On December 31, 2013 ALL EXECUTIVE AGENCY LOBBYING* AND RETIREMENT SYSTEM LOBBYING ENGAGEMENTS will expire in OLAC. Legislative lobbying engagements do not expire until the end of 2014. JLEC routinely reviews and makes updates to section IV in the Executive … Continue reading
December 16, 2013 CLE
December 6, 2013 By admin
The Office of the Legislative Inspector General is sponsoring the Jurisdiction & Enforcement Roles of Ohio’s Ethics Offices CLE on December 16, 2013. You can view the brochure and register to attend here. Hope to see you there!
Happy Holidays!
November 25, 2013 By admin
As we near the Holiday season, please keep in mind the following tips and guidance: Holiday gifts of $25.00 or more provided to legislators/staff by lobbyists or their employers are reported on Activity & Expenditure Reports. If a financial disclosure … Continue reading →
Reminder: Contingency Fees Prohibited!
October 29, 2013 By admin
Generally, lobbyists are prohibited from receiving compensation based on the outcome of legislation, decisions regarding state funds by executive agencies and decisions regarding the placement of funds by one of the five state retirement systems. A lobbyist’s compensation cannot be … Continue reading →
Seeing Double?
October 18, 2013 By admin
The OLIG, in conjunction with the lobbying community, strives to provide legislators, lobbyists and the public with the most up-to-date and accurate information possible via Activity & Expenditure Reports. One common reporting error occurs when a lobbyist and their employer … Continue reading →
The Legislative Inspector General’s Office Welcomes Robin Hurst – Lobbying Compliance Specialist!
October 8, 2013 By admin
Please join us in welcoming Robin Hurst to the Legislative Inspector General’s Office. Robin joined our team as our Lobbying Compliance Specialist on September 16, replacing Diana Brnusak who returned to the Franklin County Clerk of Court’s Office. Robin has … Continue reading →
Happy Filing Deadline!
September 30, 2013 By admin
Today is the last day to timely file Legislative, Executive Agency and Retirement System Lobbying Activity & Expenditure Reports for the May – August 2013 reporting period. If you have any questions about reporting activity and expenditures or the filing … Continue reading →
Thinking of Inviting Legislators or Legislative Employees to an Event? Run it by JLEC!!
September 19, 2013 By admin
Contemplating holding an all-invited event? Considering inviting Members and/or staff to lunch and a tour of your facilities? Contact JLEC prior to sending out gift(s) and event invitations! A quick conversation with our office allows you to provide recipients/invitees with … Continue reading →
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Is an Award/Plaque Subject to the Same Restrictions & Reporting Requirements as Other Gifts?
August 20, 2013 By admin
An organization or entity seeking to present a Legislator with a plaque or award for their public service must remember that these plaques/awards are subject to the same restrictions and reporting requirements as any other gift. An organization or entity … Continue reading →
New Lobbying Palm Cards
August 7, 2013 By admin
The OLIG has given a face-lift to the old blue lobbying palm cards! The updated cards are available from our office upon request. If you aren’t familiar with this handy reference tool, the new gray lobbying palm card highlights Legislative … Continue reading →