PROCUREMENT LOBBYING LAW
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Replaces previously released version in its entirety
10.1. Are contacts with the Legislature permitted during the Restricted Period? (Last Updated: 7/19/2023)
Yes, an Offerer may communicate with a member of the State legislature or legislative staff about a Governmental Procurement being conducted by a Governmental Entity other than the State legislature. In addition, a member of the State legislature or legislative staff may contact a Governmental Entity about a Governmental Procurement being conducted by a Governmental Entity other than the State legislature as long as that public official or staff member is acting in their official capacity. See State Finance Law § 139-j(4). Such contacts shall not be recorded by the Governmental Entity pursuant to the new State Finance Law.