Lobbying by the Numbers

The lobbyists who registered in Virginia for 2020-21 and the 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 are most likely to get representation.

Lobbyist Compensation

Source: Lobbyist registrations from May 2020 through April 2021 filed with the Virginia Ethics Council; campaign finance reports from the Virginia Department of Elections.