To find some of the most influential people in Austin, look no further than the lobbyists employed by hundreds of entities across the state of Texas. The highest paid lobbyists in Texas politics are hired by organizations willing to spend significant resources persuading lawmakers to support legislation that is favorable to their interests.
Friends of The University of Texas System
Texas Committee
$49,127Cash on Hand
$109,212Total Contributions
$63,055Total Expenditures
Financial Activity
Top Contributors
Total Contributions | Name |
|---|---|
| $20,000.00 | Stuart W Stedman |
| $10,000.00 | David L Roche |
| $10,000.00 | William Leslie Doggett |
| $6,000.00 | Rex Baker |
| $6,000.00 | Richard Hill |
| $5,000.00 | Charles W Tate |
| $5,000.00 | D Kirk Edwards |
| $5,000.00 | Jon and Rebecca Brumley |
| $5,000.00 | Sam Dawson |
| $2,500.00 | Barbara and Alan W Dreeben |
Top Payees
Total Expenditures | Payee |
|---|---|
| $30,000.00 | Richard Hill |
| $13,750.00 | Erben & Yarbrough |
| $6,651.32 | The Headliner's Club |
| $2,500.00 | Joseph Cole Hefner |
| $2,500.00 | Daniel Alders Campaign |
| $2,500.00 | Drew Darby |
| $2,500.00 | Greg Bonnen |
| $900.47 | Gordon Wright |
| $400.00 | Emily Gimble |
| $400.00 | Lawrence Wright |
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