SB 504 - This act bans lobbyists from giving honoraria to public officials. Lobbyists are also prohibited from providing tickets to public officials for out-of-state sporting events.

"Honoraria" is defined as any payment made for giving a speech, making an appearance or writing an article. It does not include reimbursement for expenses incurred.

This act is similar to SB 45(1997) and SB 682 (1996).

MARGARET J. TOALSON