S5499A

The Senate passed legislation amending the Legislative Law on a 41-18 vote, despite opposition from Sen. Palumbo and 17 colleagues who argued the bill reduces government transparency. Senate Print 5499A, sponsored by Sen. Krueger, would allow larger nonprofits to lobby without registering. Sen. Palumbo criticized the measure as contradicting the chamber's stated commitment to open government, noting that nonprofits have increasingly lobbied on issues beyond their charter scope. The bill takes effect 60 days after becoming law.