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strangeaffliction

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on: Jul 8, 2018
How can interim oversight help an interest group in affecting policy makers even when the legislature is out of session?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

The ability of an interest group to contact policy makers in an attempt to enlist their help is referred to as ________.
 
  Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.


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Toya9913

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer:
A. Interest groups still seek access when legislature is out of session
1. contact can be useful in building support for the group's agenda
2. encouraging members to keep open access during interim
B. Interim also leaves more time for members of legislature
1. sit down with the public to discuss issues of concern
2. analyze what has been accomplished
3. discuss future plans and trends
4. allow members to get to know representatives better
5. building of personal relationships can help when legislators are back in session
C. Interest groups still host outings for legislators
1. restrictions exist but still used to maintain and grow goodwill
D. Lobbyists involved in other activities
1. research
2. testifying for committees to gain more information
a. interim committees are still working to explore issues that will come up in the next session
b. lobbyists use these meetings to get involved early

Answer to Question 2

Answer: access


strangeaffliction

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Reply 2 on: Jul 8, 2018
Excellent

xiaomengxian

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Wow, this really help

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