What Are Contract Lobbyists

question 26

Multiple Choice

What are contract lobbyists?

• A) They are employees of a trade, professional, or labor association and represent that group's interest only.
• B) They are lobbyists that seek long-term contracts, usually five to ten years, for development and construction companies that build administrative buildings, courts, and fire and police stations.
• C) They are advocates-for-hire and often represent multiple clients on a variety of issues at the same time.
• D) They specialize in policy that involves the governor, president, and foreign heads of state.

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Definitions:

Merged

The result of two or more entities combining to form a single entity, often to increase market share or efficiency.

Shares

Units of ownership interest in a corporation or financial asset, representing a proportion of the company's capital.

Target Firm's Board

The board of directors of a company that is the object of an acquisition or merger proposal.

Acquisition

The process by which one company purchases most or all of another company's shares to gain control of that company.