H 686: An act relating to expanding identification of certain lobbying advertisements
H 686 status: To Governor — House message: Governor approved bill on June 17, 2026 (updated May 29, 2026).
What this bill does
Overall score
Bill summary
OfficialThis bill would require groups to clearly show who is paying for ads meant to influence politicians and laws. It is currently being debated in the House of Representatives.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct effect on environmental policy
Risks
- No direct effect on environmental policy
Economy
Benefits
- Increases integrity in political advertising markets
Risks
- Potential compliance and administrative costs for advocacy organizations
Society
Benefits
- Improves public access to information regarding funding of political influence
- Supports democratic accountability and voter awareness
Risks
- None identified
How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
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Analysis status
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Where it stands
Introduced
CompleteCommittee
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CompleteGovernor
CurrentHouse message: Governor approved bill on June 17, 2026
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