OpenSecrets Blog: The lobbyists-turned-government officials that were never formally terminated from their lobbying contracts before joining the Obama administration include: Susan S. Sher, currently the chief of staff for first lady Michelle Obama; John Trasvina, the assistant secretary for fair housing and equal opportunity within the Department of Housing and Urban Development; and the Education Department’s assistant secretary for legislation and congressional affairs, Gabriella Gomez.
This failure to deregister comes as Congress and the Obama administration have implemented several new limitations and disclosure requirements for registered lobbyists during the past several years. Failure to fully comply with federal lobbying rules can lead to prosecution and a fine of up to $200,000 for some violations, and even registered lobbyists who are not actively lobbying have certain reporting responsibilities.
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