Volkswagen Group of America
Automotive · Lobbying Client
Volkswagen Group of America reported $7.3 million in federal lobbying expenditures (2020-2024) as disclosed in Senate LDA filings. The organization's lobbying activity spans 4 policy areas, with primary focus on Automotive Industry, Environment/Superfund, Trade. 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.
Annual Lobbying Spend
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Recent Filings
| Period | Registrant | Issues | Lobbyists | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Oct-Dec | Williams & Jensen | ENVAUTGOV+1 | 4 | $491K |
| 2024 Jul-Sep | Summit Strategies Government Affairs | ENVGOVTRD | 1 | $406K |
| 2024 Apr-Jun | Mehlman Consulting | AUTENVGOV | 1 | $412K |
| 2024 Jan-Mar | K&L Gates | GOVENVAUT+1 | 2 | $352K |
| 2023 Oct-Dec | Tarplin, Downs & Young | ENVTRD | 4 | $295K |
| 2023 Jul-Sep | Van Scoyoc Associates | AUTENVGOV+1 | 1 | $364K |
| 2023 Apr-Jun | Tarplin, Downs & Young | ENVGOVAUT | 3 | $360K |
| 2023 Jan-Mar | Hogan Lovells | TRDENVAUT+1 | 4 | $310K |
Volkswagen Group of America Lobbying FAQ
Volkswagen Group of America has spent $7.3M on federal lobbying across 4 policy areas. This includes spending on registered lobbyists and direct government contacts.
Volkswagen Group of America lobbies on 4 policy issues, including Automotive Industry, Environment/Superfund, Trade, Government Issues. These disclosures are filed quarterly with the Senate Office of Public Records.
Volkswagen Group of America has an Influence Score of 56/100 (Grade C). This proprietary score is based on total lobby spend (40%), policy issue breadth (30%), and revolving door connections (30%).
Volkswagen Group of America employs 5 registered lobbyists, of whom 2 have revolving door connections, meaning they previously held government positions before becoming lobbyists.
Volkswagen Group of America has contacted 7 government entities as part of their lobbying activities, including Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, Dept of Commerce, Securities & Exchange Commission.
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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.