An Act closing a loophole in lobbying law

This bill amends Massachusetts lobbying law to automatically disqualify anyone convicted of specific federal or state corruption crimes from acting as a lobbyist for ten years. It directly affects executive and legislative agents by removing a loophole that previously allowed individuals with certain felony convictions to continue working in lobbying roles. The key provision mandates that the state secretary must immediately bar these disqualified individuals from registering or serving as agents without requiring a separate court order. This change aims to strengthen ethical standards within the state's lobbying system by ensuring that those convicted of political corruption are excluded from influencing legislation.