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
$144,712Total Contributions
$126,462Total Expenditures
Financial Activity
Top Contributors
Total Contributions | Name |
|---|---|
| $20,000.00 | Stuart W Stedman |
| $16,000.00 | Richard Hill |
| $11,000.00 | Susan and Gary S Farmer |
| $10,000.00 | David L Roche |
| $10,000.00 | Matt Ramsey |
| $10,000.00 | William Leslie Doggett |
| $6,000.00 | Rex Baker |
| $5,000.00 | Charles W Tate |
| $5,000.00 | D Kirk Edwards |
| $5,000.00 | Jon and Rebecca Brumley |
Top Payees
Total Expenditures | Payee |
|---|---|
| $30,000.00 | Richard Hill |
| $13,750.00 | Erben & Yarbrough |
| $6,651.32 | The Headliner's Club |
| $3,500.00 | Drew Darby |
| $2,500.00 | Brandon Creighton |
| $2,500.00 | Bryan Hughes |
| $2,500.00 | Joseph Cole Hefner |
| $2,500.00 | Daniel Alders Campaign |
| $2,500.00 | Greg Bonnen |
| $2,500.00 | Kelly Hancock |
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