Cisco Systems
Technology & Internet · Lobbying Client
Cisco Systems reported $10.2 million in federal lobbying expenditures (2020-2024) as disclosed in Senate LDA filings. The organization's lobbying activity spans 5 policy areas, with primary focus on Computer Industry, Telecommunications, Defense. This data is drawn from quarterly disclosure reports filed with the Secretary of the Senate under the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995. All lobbying disclosure data sourced from Senate lobbying disclosure filings filed under the Lobbying Disclosure Act.
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Recent Filings
| Period | Registrant | Issues | Lobbyists | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Oct-Dec | Steptoe & Johnson | DEFCPITAX+2 | 1 | $448K |
| 2024 Jul-Sep | Holland & Knight | CPITAXGOV+1 | 4 | $432K |
| 2024 Apr-Jun | Venable LLP | TAXTECCPI+1 | 2 | $531K |
| 2024 Jan-Mar | Steptoe & Johnson | TAXCPIGOV+2 | 2 | $543K |
| 2023 Oct-Dec | Subject Matter | TAXCPIGOV+2 | 4 | $444K |
| 2023 Jul-Sep | Capitol Counsel | DEFTAX | 1 | $430K |
| 2023 Apr-Jun | Prime Policy Group | TECCPIGOV | 2 | $578K |
| 2023 Jan-Mar | Capitol Counsel | DEFCPI | 2 | $519K |
Cisco Systems Lobbying FAQ
Cisco Systems has spent $10.2M on federal lobbying across 5 policy areas. This includes spending on registered lobbyists and direct government contacts.
Cisco Systems lobbies on 5 policy issues, including Computer Industry, Telecommunications, Defense, Taxation. These disclosures are filed quarterly with the Senate Office of Public Records.
Cisco Systems has an Influence Score of 50/100 (Grade C). This proprietary score is based on total lobby spend (40%), policy issue breadth (30%), and revolving door connections (30%).
Cisco Systems employs 7 registered lobbyists, of whom 1 have revolving door connections, meaning they previously held government positions before becoming lobbyists.
Cisco Systems has contacted 7 government entities as part of their lobbying activities, including White House Office, Dept of Health & Human Services, Dept of Education.
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Lobbying data is sourced from quarterly Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings with the Senate Office of Public Records. Influence Scores combine total spend (40%), issue breadth (30%), and revolving door connections (30%). Filings may be amended after initial submission.