Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 34-12.170 - Examples of Activities Not Constituting Lobbying Involving Water Management Districts
As used in this chapter, "lobbying" activities do not include, for example:
(1)
Participation at a bid conference held by an agency after bid specifications
have been set and announced by the agency.
(2) The mere submission of a bid or proposal
in response to an agency's solicitation of bids or request for
proposals.
(3) A request for
information about an agency's procedures, forms, budget, budget proposal,
programs, or other requirements in behalf of another.
(4) Appearances before an agency and
communications with an agency which are initiated by the agency's request, such
as a response to an agency's request for information, an appearance in response
to an agency subpoena, or a quotation of prices or description of materials or
services available in response to an agency's inquiry.
(5) Advice or services communicated to an
agency which arise out of an existing contractual obligation to the agency to
render the advice or services provided.
(6) Representation of a client before an
agency where the agency's decision relates to the grant or denial of a permit,
license, or certification, or may result in an order imposing or recommending
the imposition of disciplinary action against the client.
(7) Representation of a client at a publicly
noticed hearing or workshop conducted by an agency regarding a proposed agency
rule.
(8) Representation of a
person before an agency where the person provides only reimbursement for actual
travel, lodging, and meal expenses, rather than compensation, remuneration, or
a commission for the representation.
(9) Communications with an agency by an
expert consultant retained by a person to gather, analyze, or disseminate
information required by the agency, when made in connection with the person's
application for a permit, license, or certification.
Notes
Rulemaking Authority 112.3215, 112.322(9) FS. Law Implemented Chapter 2014-183, Section 6, L.O.F., 112.3215, 112.3261 FS.
New 10-12-89.
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