Are there any laws related to the regulation of lobbying activities?

Yes, there are laws related to the regulation of lobbying activities in South Carolina. The South Carolina Lobbying Act (“Act”) is the primary law governing lobbying activities in the state. This Act requires that all individuals or entities that engage in lobbying activities must register with the South Carolina Ethics Commission. This registration requires the individual or entity to provide information related to the identity of their clients, the fees they receive, and other pertinent information. The Act also mandates that all lobbyist contracts and expenditure reports must also be filed with the Ethics Commission. These reports must be filed quarterly and must include information outlining the lobbying activities that were done including the costs associated with them. In addition, the Act requires that lobbyists disclose any gifts that have been given to public officials or employees. The Act also prohibits certain activities such as providing false information in lobbyist registration or expenditure reports. It also prohibits lobbyists from engaging in activities intended to influence the outcome of legislation or regulation. Finally, the Act also contains a "revolving door" provision which restricts the ability of a lobbyist to serve in a public office for two years after they have registered to lobby in South Carolina. Overall, the South Carolina Lobbying Act provides a legal framework that governs lobbying activities in the state. This includes requiring lobbyists to register and disclose pertinent information as well as prohibiting certain activities such as providing false information or attempting to influence legislation.

Are there any laws related to the regulation of lobbying activities?

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