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Lobbying Disclosure: Richard Robinson & Associates for KPMG LLP

Original title: RICHARD ROBINSON & ASSOCIATES INC. lobbying for KPMG LLP

June 20, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This report identifies the financial investment made by a major accounting firm to influence specific state legislation and regulatory reviews during early 2000.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

KPMG LLP

The firm paid for lobbying services to influence state legislative and regulatory outcomes.

Richard Robinson & Associates Inc.

The firm received payment to perform lobbying services on behalf of a client.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 20, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

This document discloses activities and payments made by KPMG LLP to the firm Richard Robinson & Associates Inc. for the first quarter of 2000.

Key Facts

  • Total payments for lobbying services during the period of 1/1/2000 to 3/31/2000 were $20,978.
  • The lobbying firm Richard Robinson & Associates Inc. represented KPMG LLP.
  • Lobbying activity included monitoring or influencing five specific bills: AB 823, AB 858, AB 1138, AB 1190, and AB 1751.
  • Lobbying activity included participation in the Sunset Review process for the Department of Consumer Affairs.
  • Lobbying activity included participation in the Sunset Review process for the Board of Accountancy.

Why It Matters

This report identifies the financial investment made by a major accounting firm to influence specific state legislation and regulatory reviews during early 2000.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much did KPMG LLP pay for lobbying in early 2000?
KPMG LLP paid $20,978 to Richard Robinson & Associates Inc. for the period between January 1 and March 31, 2000.
What specific government actions were targeted by this lobbying?
The firm focused on five legislative bills (AB 823, AB 858, AB 1138, AB 1190, and AB 1751) and the processes for the Department of Consumer Affairs and the Board of Accountancy.

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Lobbying Activity

RICHARD ROBINSON & ASSOCIATES INC.

on behalf of KPMG LLP

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Discoveries

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policy shift90% confidence

Focus on Professional Regulation

The lobbying activity is heavily concentrated on the Board of Accountancy and the Department of Consumer Affairs, suggesting a focus on professional licensing and regulatory oversight.

Connected Entities

Sources

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www.sos.ca.gov

Analysis Score

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  • Significance35
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  • Controversy10
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  • Entertainment5
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  • Buzz5
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