NH Center for Nonprofits Policy Framework
The nonprofit sector plays an essential role in enhancing the economic, social, environmental, and cultural well-being of the people of New Hampshire. The NH Center for Nonprofits advocates for public policies that advance, improve, and protect the ability of New Hampshire's nonprofits to achieve their missions and effectively serve their communities.
The following policy framework provides the context to guide advocacy, education, and the development of specific policy agendas and strategic engagement.
Posted on: December 13, 2016
Advantages and Disadvantages of the IRS 501(h) Lobbying Election
Guidestar breaks down the 501(h) lobbying election, outlining the pros and cons and providing a helpful table for determing the limit of your nontaxable lobbying expenses.
Posted on: September 30, 2013
Election Related Activities
Posted on: March 5, 2013
Federal Lobbying Rules
Congress has adopted the Lobbying Disclosure Act, which defines lobbying and reporting requirements for registered lobbyists differently from the IRS regulations for charitable organizations.
Posted on: March 5, 2013
NH Lobbying Rules
The essence of New Hampshire’s definition of lobbying is contacting legislators and certain executive branch decision-makers to promote or oppose legislation; and a person who does this for pay is a “lobbyist” and must register with the Secretary of State. NH lobbyists must comply with easy reporting requirements.
NH Lobbying Rules
Posted on: March 5, 2013
IRS Lobbying Rules
Posted on: March 5, 2013