What are the limitations on lobbying, and at what point in time must a person register with the state as a lobbyist?
What will be an ideal response?
The ideal answer should include:
1. There are few limitations on lobbyists.
2. One limitation is that a person who spends more than $500 on food, benefits, or entertainment for legislative and/or executive officials must register as a lobbyist.
3. Another limitation is that a person that has received more than $1,000 in a quarter as compensation for his or her activities must register.
4. A lobbyist must provide monthly expenditure reports.
5. A person must register with the state as a lobbyist if he or she is involved in direct communication with an official in order to influence that official's actions.
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