Practical Guidance: What Nonprofits Need to Know About Lobbying in Texas
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On May 13, 2026, the Texas Ethics Commission adjusted the expenditure and compensation/reimbursement thresholds that trigger lobbyist registration and reporting in Texas. Under the new thresholds, an individual must register as a lobbyist after making expenditures of more than $650 during a calendar quarter. The compensation and reimbursement threshold also decreased to $1,200 per calendar quarter. The new thresholds will no longer be adjusted annually.
Inside this Guide:
This Practical Guidance resource is designed to help your nonprofit organization determine if lobbying rules in Texas might apply to your state or local work. It includes:
- Summary of registration and reporting triggers
- Key takeaways for nonprofit organizations
- FAQs
- Case study for a hypothetical small student voting rights organization
- List of helpful additional resources