JLEC Advisory Opinions 2012-001 & 2012-002

January 17, 2012 By admin

The Joint Legislative Ethics Committee issued Advisory Opinions 2012-001 and 2012-002.  You can view the opinions at www.ohiolobbying.com, by selecting ‘Ethics’ from the menu bar, and clicking ‘Advisory Opinions’.

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Expenditures Made for the Benefit of Spouses or Other Immediate Family Members

January 6, 2012 By admin

In many instances, lobbyists or their employers must report the value of gifts or meals and beverages provided to the spouse, or other immediate family member, of a legislator or staff person who files a financial disclosure statement. Additionally, the … Continue reading →

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OLIG 2012 Ethics Calendar

January 3, 2012 By admin

The 2012 Ethics Calendar is now available at www.ohiolobbying.com.  If you have questions, please contact the Office of the Legislative Inspector General at 614-728-5100.

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2011 Financial Disclosure Statement

December 27, 2011 By admin

The 2011 Financial Disclosure Statement to be filed by all Members, selected employees of, and candidates for the General Assembly is now available at www.ohiolobbying.com.  The 2011 Financial Disclosure Statement is available in both (.pdf) and an interactive version (.xls).  … Continue reading →

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2012 Registration Renewal Tutorial

December 22, 2011 By admin

For step-by-step instructions on how to complete the 2012 Executive Agency/Retirement System registration renewals click on the 2012 Registration Renewal Tutorial link at www.ohiolobbying.com. For a complete listing of OLAC Tutorials, select ‘Step-by-Step OLAC Instructions’ under the ‘Lobbying’ heading.

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Lobbying Registration Renewal Reminder

December 16, 2011 By admin

***The Registration Renewal process DOES NOT apply to Legislative Liaisons for state agencies. ***Legislative lobbying engagements DO NOT expire until December 31, 2012. All Executive Agency and Retirement System lobbying engagements will expire in OLAC on December 31, 2011*. Lobbyists … Continue reading →

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2012 Lobbying Calendar

December 8, 2011 By admin

The 2012 Lobbying Calendar is now available on our website at www.ohiolobbying.com.  If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the OLIG at 614-728-5100.

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2011 Holiday Guidance

November 30, 2011 By admin

As we approach the holidays, the following provides some general guidance regarding the distribution and reporting of gifts.  Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the OLIG at 614-728-5100. How should cookie trays, popcorn tins and fruit baskets be handled? If … Continue reading →

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2012 Registration Renewal Announcement

November 21, 2011 By admin

On December 31, 2011 all Executive and Retirement System lobbying engagements will expire in OLAC. Starting December 15, 2011 lobbyists can begin renewing Executive/Retirement System engagements. In order for renewed registrations to become active, an Invoice and filing fee must … Continue reading →

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“JCARR” field added to Legislative Activity & Expenditure Reports

November 14, 2011 By admin

Beginning January 1, 2012 Lobbyists and their Employers must report JCARR activity in the new field labeled “JCARR” on their Legislative Activity & Expenditure Reports (AERs) in OLAC.  For example, if Liam Lobbyist spoke with JCARR staff and/or Members of … Continue reading →

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