Here is Wednesday’s look at transparency-related news items, today’s congressional committee hearings, transparency-related bills introduced in Congress, and transparency-related events.
News Roundup:
- The Washington Post looked at the Minerals Management Service’s ties to the oil an gas industry. (The Washington Post) (related documents)
- Government Executive looked at an effort by the White House to make federal contracts more transparent. (Government Executive)
- OMB Watch looked at a global conference aimed at bringing transparency to the issue of development aid. (OMB Watch)
- A loophole in Minnesota’s campaign contribution disclosure law allowed an anti-same-sex marriage organization to skirt disclosure requirements. (The Washington Independent)
- A recent disclosure report shows that MasterCard Inc. spent $2.33 million during the second quarter of FY2010 to lobby the federal government over financial regulation legislation. (The Washington Post)
Relevant committee hearings scheduled for 8/25:
- None
Relevant bills introduced:
- None
Transparency events scheduled for 8/25:
- None
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