Compliance
State Lobbying and Campaign Finance Reporting Requirements in May 2026
April 28, 2026 | Megan Zeiss, Vinnie Cannamela
May lobbying disclosure deadlines are due in 25 states, 7 localities, and at the federal level in Canada, making it a busy month for compliance teams. Some states like Georgia, Louisiana, and Ohio have multiple state lobbying reporting requirements in May depending on which level or branch of government you're registered with. Local lobbying registration requirements can trigger state-level obligations—for example, lobbying any locality in New York requires registration with the state Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government. In May, 23 states plus the FEC have campaign finance disclosure deadlines that political committees must meet, with some jurisdictions offering monthly or quarterly filing options.
