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Lobbying ban proposal for former Minnesota legislators to resurface in 2025
- Ten days later, he registered with the state Campaign Finance Board as a lobbyist for the Minnesota Grocers Association. Garofalo, a Republican, represented Farmington in the Legislature for 10 terms before stepping aside and becoming president of the food industry trade group,
The article from the Star Tribune discusses a proposed lobbying ban for former Minnesota legislators that is set to resurface in the 2025 legislative session. This proposal, which has been a topic of debate in previous sessions, aims to prevent former lawmakers from immediately becoming lobbyists after leaving office, thereby reducing the potential for conflicts of interest and the influence of money in politics. The ban would extend the current one-year cooling-off period, with suggestions to increase it to two or even five years. Advocates argue that this measure would help restore public trust in government by limiting the "revolving door" between legislative roles and lobbying positions. However, there has been resistance, particularly from legislators who might see future careers in lobbying, and the proposal has not yet gained enough traction to pass. The discussion around this ban reflects broader national conversations about ethics in government and the influence of special interest groups.
Read the Full Star Tribune Article at [ https://www.startribune.com/lobbying-ban-proposal-for-former-minnesota-legislators-to-resurface-in-2025/601188466 ]
Read the Full Star Tribune Article at [ https://www.startribune.com/lobbying-ban-proposal-for-former-minnesota-legislators-to-resurface-in-2025/601188466 ]
