Lobbying by the Numbers

The lobbyists who registered in Virginia for 2022-2023 and the types of organizations they represented.

Lobbyists and Clients by Year

Lobbyist Years of Experience

Lobbyist Portfolio

Most lobbyists represent a single client.

Political Donors

Most clients didn't make political donations.

Who Hires Lobbyists?

Businesses and trade groups are most likely to get representation

Lobbyist Compensation

Most lobbyists are employed by their clients

Source: Lobbyist registrations from May 2022 through April 2023 filed with the Virginia Ethics Council; campaign finance reports from the Virginia Department of Elections.