Stealth Lobbyist Disclosure Act of 2005

H.R. 1302, the Stealth Lobbyist Disclosure Act of 2005, seeks to increase transparency regarding the funding of lobbying efforts by closing a loophole used by large coalitions and associations. Under this bill, organizations that hire lobbyists would be required to disclose the individual members or businesses that contribute $1,000 or more toward specific lobbying activities, rather than simply listing the name of the coalition itself. By requiring the identification of these underlying donors, the bill aims to provide the public with a clearer understanding of which specific interests are financially supporting efforts to influence federal legislation.