Of course, not everyone at the Capitol is thrilled by the idea.
Opponents charge that the bill sponsors are seeking publicity for future runs at public office.
It's very strange to introduce a major package in the 81st day of the session, especially without building any kind of consensus. I guess some senators would rather pursue higher office than pursue well thought-out legislation. D.C. The co-authors hope the plan can help break the cycle of lobbyists' influence at the Legislature. The plan calls for registered lobbyists to report the candidates for whom they are soliciting or receiving contributions on the secretary of state's Web site. Lobbyists also would have to disclose the campaign finance committees on which they serve.