Get Form L-5 Lobbying Financial Report - Politicalpractices Mt

Filling out the FORM L-5 Lobbying Financial Report is a crucial task for principals who make lobbying payments. This guide will provide you with a comprehensive and user-friendly approach to accurately complete and submit the form online.

Follow the steps to successfully complete the FORM L-5 report.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the FORM L-5 and open it in the online editor.
2. Provide your full name and complete business mailing address in the designated fields at the top of the form.
3. Indicate whether this is an original filing or an amended filing by selecting the appropriate checkbox.
4. Complete the certification section by printing the name of the principal’s authorized representative, their title, signing the form, and providing the date and phone number.
5. In Part 1, list all payments made to lobbyists, including salaries and fees, in the specified fields. Make sure to report all applicable expenses.
6. Fill out Part 2 by detailing each bill draft request, bill number, and the legislative issue for which efforts were exerted, along with the principal's position regarding each issue.
7. In Part 3, list any earmarked contributions and membership fees of $250 or more that were paid to promote, oppose, or modify legislation, including detailed information about the contributors.
8. Complete Part 4 by itemizing each payment of $25 or more made to any public official, including the benefit amount and name of the official. Ensure all submissions meet the required financial thresholds.
9. Once you have filled out all sections of the form, review your entries for accuracy and completeness before proceeding to submit.
10. Finally, save any changes made to the form. You can download, print, or share your completed report as necessary.

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