How a lobbyist gets a provision into a bill

Process map by Brian. 16 steps, 2 layers. Tags: politics, money, us government, controversy.

1. A client: A rule or a bill threatens, or could help, their business
2. A lobbyist: Research the issue and the people who decide it
3. A lobbyist: Register as a lobbyist and report spending
4. A lobbyist: Meet staff and members with data and stories
5. Congressional staff: Is the argument useful and credible?
6. A lobbyist: Offer draft language
7. A member of Congress: Does a member agree to sponsor it?
8. A member of Congress: The language goes into a bill or an amendment
9. The public: Reporters and watchdogs may notice it
10. A member of Congress: It passes, changes or dies
11. A lobbyist: Find another sponsor or build a coalition
12. A lobbyist: Come back with better evidence, or give up

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