Sentences with phrase «as lobbying activities»

It includes advocacy advertising and ballot measures, as well as lobbying activities.

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Perusing the index of Origins, the weekly publication of representative documents and speeches compiled by Catholic News Service, our imaginary historian will note, for example, the following initiatives undertaken at the national, diocesan and parish levels in 1994 - 95: providing alternatives to abortion; staffing adoption agencies; conducting adult education courses; addressing African American Catholics» pastoral needs; funding programs to prevent alcohol abuse; implementing a new policy on altar servers and guidelines for the Anointing of the Sick; lobbying for arms control; eliminating asbestos in public housing; supporting the activities of the Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (227 strong); challenging atheism in American society; establishing base communities (also known as small faith communities); providing aid to war victims in Bosnia; conducting Catholic research in bioethics; publicizing the new Catechism of the Catholic Church; battling child abuse; strengthening the relationship between church and labor unions; and deepening the structures and expressions of collegiality in the local and diocesan church.

This meeting will be a chance for members to receive an update from the secretariat on recent ESSNA activity, including on our lobbying, non-compliance, PR and consumer education work, as well as ask question and provide feedback to the ESSNA secretariat and officers.

However, in its proposals, the term «lobbyist» is narrowly defined as those who undertake lobbying activities on behalf of a third party client.

It also comes as the consulting and lobbying firm, which had guided NYCLASS» political activities and press, has endured a barrage of bad reports related to campaign activities last year.

As attorney general, Cuomo launched Project Sunlight, a comprehensive online database of information related to campaign finance, lobbying activity and state contracts.

The new 14 - member commission will oversee financial - disclosure requirements for state officials as well as regulate the state's $ 200 million - a-year lobbying activities.

Campaigners say that as little as 1 % of lobbying activity will be affected by it.

The idea is to cover «people who are not currently registered as lobbyists but are doing what can be considered lobbying activity,» said commission spokesman Walt McClure.

«Conduct and activities of The Advance Group during the last election cycle may have involved the coordinating of independent expenditure Super PACs with official campaigns, and The Advance Group provided unpaid lobbying services to a public official and, as a consequence, The Advance Group will benefit from selling access to the public official to influence official acts,» the complaint alleges.

The statutes define lobbying as only those activities clearly aimed at influencing decisions on concrete legislative action or proposals.

Advocacy can take many forms, ranging from grassroots lobbying, to direct lobbying of legislators, to explicitly political activities such as campaigning.

At least a third of their dues go to pay for such political activities as lobbying, advocacy advertising and ballot measures.

However, they may be tax deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses subject to restrictions imposed by the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1993 as a result of association lobbying activities.

An organization called Excel Bridgeport and two individuals, Meghan Lowney and Nate Snow (who also serves as the Director of Teach For America's Connecticut chapter engaged in a series of communications aimed at getting the state to take over the Bridgeport Schools but never registered to lobby for those activities.

Please remember that political activities, such as sign - making, letter writing, and organizing lobbying efforts, are strictly prohibited during the school day and on school grounds.

His efforts led to the successful passage of legislation in forty - two states, through direct lobbying activity as well as grassroots lobbying efforts, including the passage of stricter animal abuse laws for horse racing, dog racing, dog fighting, cockfighting, puppy mills, and pet stores.

We congratulate the Kunming activists for their success and we will continue our efforts to encourage greater awareness of animal welfare issues, support capacity building, assist in lobbying activities aimed at policy change, respond to distress calls and monitor developments as the Chinese animal protection movement grows.

«Further, as a nationwide, non-profit organization, the Center for Canine Welfare, which operates Canine Care Certified, is prohibited from legislative, regulatory or lobbying activity.

Charter Sports is conveniently located on the lobby level of The Charter offering recreational equipment for winter and summer activities as well as a complete line of seasonal clothing, accessories, gift and apothocary items.

If you're feeling hungry or thirsty as a result of all that activity the Gloria Palace Amadores Thalasso & Hotel have it covered with a buffet restaurant, pool restaurant, snack bar, lobby bar and lounge bar.

Outrigger Laguna Beach Resort has a distinct neo-classical theme running throughout it, from the lobby to the fabulously fitted - out rooms.Room sizes are a generous 43sqm to 53sqm and either have sea views or lagoon views as Outrigger is built on absolute beachfront next to a picturesque lake.With invigorating sea breezes and the sound of crashing waves the beachside atmosphere is an integral part of the resorts personality.Outrigger is decidedly a family destination and the admirable and inventive organised childrens activities here rotate on a weekly basis.Children can also enjoy themselves in the three swimming pools, one of which features one of the longest water slides on the island and families can revel in the absolute beachside location.

In the lobby, guests can feed their curiosity in the Concierge Library — a social space hosted by the hotel concierge — and at the Activity Table, which offers enriching cultural programming such as wine and cheese tastings, coffee experiences, chef - led culinary events and more.

You may not fall for Four Seasons Resort Nevis if: • You prefer cutting - edge design hotels or modern, minimalist hotel rooms • You want a beach resort on a busy hotel strip such as Cancun or Waikiki • Or you want a very social hotel with more nightlife on - property than this resort's lobby bar • You like a resort with organized activities • You feel more comfortable with all - inclusive pricing

Jeff Strachan, Vice President Sales and Marketing, Marriott International Middle East and Africa, commented: «Our hotel lobbies are a hive of activity, as people meet, greet and plan their day ahead; therefore it is important for Marriott to enable guests to be connected across all areas of the hotel.

As well as this bar and pool area you are first impressed by the lobby area where the safety deposits are kept and there is always a member of staff nearby to assist you with any needs within the resort as well as organizing tours and trips around island and even to the surrounding islands or activity tripAs well as this bar and pool area you are first impressed by the lobby area where the safety deposits are kept and there is always a member of staff nearby to assist you with any needs within the resort as well as organizing tours and trips around island and even to the surrounding islands or activity tripas this bar and pool area you are first impressed by the lobby area where the safety deposits are kept and there is always a member of staff nearby to assist you with any needs within the resort as well as organizing tours and trips around island and even to the surrounding islands or activity tripas well as organizing tours and trips around island and even to the surrounding islands or activity tripas organizing tours and trips around island and even to the surrounding islands or activity trips.

For a walk through time, consider The Majestic Malacca as your choice accommodation when youre in the historical city.Previously a private residence of a Chinese merchant, the 1920s mansion is now part of the luxury hotel (together with a 20 - storey accommodation tower), with some of its original fixtures still maintained, such as its Straits Chinese tiles at the reception lobby and the colourful stained glass at the entrance of the mansion.A library, an outdoor swimming pool, a fully equipped gym, four conference rooms and three on - site restaurants round up the hotels facilities, but in - house guests also get to enjoy its exclusive activities lined up, such as the historical walk with a resident historian and the Peranakan cooking class.

If scientists want to help their cause, they might be better served spending their time on lobbying Capitol Hill and talking to candidates — the kind of political activity often seen as «dirty work» — rather than leaping into the showy realm of presidential debates.

«Electoral intervention is not supposed to be a non-profit's main activity, but these dark money groups are abusing their tax - exempt status by existing primarily as vehicles for corporations and wealthy donors to secretly influence elections,» Fischer noted, adding, «Some dark money non-profits might now use lobbying as an accounting trick to balance their books between electoral and non-electoral spending, leading to a spiraling cycle of non-stop campaigning and special interest influence, but with zero transparency or public accountability.»

Heartland's policy positions, strategies and budget distinguish it clear as a lobby firm that is misrepresenting itself as a «think tank» - it budgets $ 4.1 million of its $ 6.4 million in projected expenditures for Editorial, Government Relations, Communications, Fundraising, and Publications, and the only activity it plans that could vaguely be considered policy development is the writing of a curriculum package for use in confusing high schoolers about climate change.

ENECO Eneco raises its voice for an ambitious climate framework As a climate policy leader Eneco leads advocacy and lobbying activities by networking with peers, industry associations, suppliers and other stakeholders, leading to new and more ambitious climate policy developments.

A DeSmog UK investigation into the oil giant's European activities reveals much of this was spent lobbying on energy and environment issues in addition to donations to organisations such as the United Nations Environment Programme and the Oxford Institute for Energy Studies.

The petition calls on WTTG General Manger Patrick Paolini to fire Miller for spending «most of her career openly lobbying against the District's gun laws,» instead of avoiding political activities that undermine her independence and impartiality as a journalist.

Union Pacific has given $ 700,000 to the U.S. Chamber since 2004, as reported in the company's 2007, 2008, and 2009 proxy statements, and has spent over $ 3 million on lobbying activities in 2009, including efforts to oppose the American Clean Energy and Security Act.

From the activities of the Koch brothers lobbying octopus in opposing any environmental constraints on business, to the vast subsidies the oil industry maintains even as profits are at record levels, to dirty tricks lobbying against meaningful climate action.

But the most interesting part of the segment is an interview with Joe Lucas, head of the American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity (nee Americans for Balanced Energy Choices), a coal industry front group that has spent tens of millions of dollars on deceptive advertising and political activities, as well as more than $ 10.5 million to lobby Congress directly on behalf of dirty coal and against legislation to fight global warming and promote clean, renewable electricity.

And as a 501 (c)(3) organization, Surfrider Foundation has made a 501 (h) election which allows us to participate in lobbying activity that is limited by the financial expenditure on that lobbying (regardless of the overall amount of lobbying that may include volunteer time).

organizations are allowed to conduct activities that are political in nature but are not related to elections, such as lobbying for or against legislation

The South Carolina Civil Justice Coalition (SCCJC) serves as the united voice for the business community on tort and workers» compensation issues; coordinating lobbying, legal, grassroots and public relations activities.

However, political activities, such as lobbying for reform of laws or policies, are permitted up to a 10 percent ceiling.

Since the LCA has and will take meaningful positions and conduct lobbying activities with respect to legislation such as that affecting judicial compensation and benefits, judicial campaign financing and / or other legislation important to the American litigation processes, IRC Reg.

Not only do they get to put the trophy in their lobby, they're already in a significantly better financial position as a result of the honored activity.

The ideal candidate will have a at least 3 - 5 + years of administrative experience along with top - notch interpersonal skills and a positive demeanor.Main Responsibilities: - Provide a wide variety of administrative and staff support services - Research, documentation, word processing and data entry - Maintain office files and other records - Process incoming and outgoing mail - Distribute interoffice mail as needed - Schedule appointments and coordinate conference rooms - Provide back - up front desk support in the main lobby support for guests, visitors and the company's employees Additional Qualifications: -3-5 + years of progressive administrative support experience - Extremely articulate, polished, and professional - Ability to interface with administrators of all levels - Must be flexible, willing to help out wherever needed - Ability to juggle multiple deadlines in a fast - paced environment - Bachelor's Degree highly preferred - Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) The company offers wonderful employee perks including weekly catered meals, fun team building activities, great medical benefits, competitive salary, and room to grow from within.

• Greet customers as they check into their rooms and assist them with the check in process • Provide customers with information that they need regarding hotel services and facilities • Perform bed stripping and linen changing activities, and ensure that all supplies within the room and bathroom are replenished • Transport dirty laundry to the washing area and pick up clean linen and towels • Replenish the room attendant cart with supplies such as toilet paper, soap, shampoo, shaving kits and linen • Sweep and mop floors in rooms, corridors, stairwells, lobbies and reception areas • Sanitize all surfaces using the right amount of sanitizing liquids and other cleaning agents • Set up, clean and maintain event rooms for meetings, wedding receptions and parties

Participated in grassroots lobbying activities such as attending local events in support of my candidate.

Dues payments may, however, be deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense except that portion used for lobbying activities which has been determined to be $ 50.00 of the National dues and $ 10.72 of the State dues.

An industry trade association participates in activities such as advertising, public relations, education, lobbying and collaboration between companies.