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SB 238

Lobbying prohibition.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Eric Bassler and 1 co-sponsor

SB 238 proposes to restrict or prohibit lobbying activities in Indiana, currently under committee review with unclear specific restrictions and potential First Amendment implications.

Senator Bassler added as second author
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Bill Summary · SB 238

Legislative bill overview

SB 238 is a lobbying prohibition bill introduced in the Indiana Senate that would restrict lobbying activities, though the specific restrictions are not detailed in the limited information provided. The bill was authored by Senator Tyler Johnson with Senator Eric Bassler added as a co-author and is currently in committee review as of late January 2025.

Why is this important

Lobbying regulations directly affect how interest groups, businesses, and advocacy organizations can influence legislative processes. Changes to lobbying rules impact transparency, access to lawmakers, and the balance of political influence between well-funded organizations and grassroots advocates.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of the prohibition – Unclear whether this would ban all lobbying activities, certain types of lobbying, or lobbying by specific groups, which would significantly affect its practical impact
  • First Amendment concerns – Broad lobbying restrictions could face constitutional challenges regarding citizens' rights to petition government and free speech protections
  • Implementation and enforcement – Determining how to monitor and enforce lobbying prohibitions while maintaining legislative access for legitimate constituent concerns presents administrative challenges

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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