H 686·VT·house
An act relating to expanding identification of certain lobbying advertisements
Signed into LawFiled Jan 14, 2026
Sponsor: Laura Sibilia (I)
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House message: Governor approved bill on June 17, 2026
May 29, 2026
Summary
The bill mandates that any advertisement aimed at influencing Vermont legislative action and run before a session ends must identify the lobbyist, lobbying firm, or employer that financed it. It applies to lobbyists and their clients, ensuring voters see who is behind political ads. The goal is greater transparency about money influencing lawmaking.
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