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Killeen is dropping lobbyist registration fees to just a buck, making it way cheaper for special interest groups to get a seat at the table. It’s a major shift that could open the floodgates for more outside influence on our local city decisions.
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The city will lose out on the revenue previously generated by higher registration fees, though the amount is relatively small compared to the overall budget.
Lobbyists and special interest groups will save money and face fewer barriers when trying to influence city officials.
Regular residents might feel their voices are being drowned out as it becomes easier for well-funded groups to lobby the council.
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