Denver City Council adopts stricter lobbying disclosure rules

The Denver City Council voted to adopt new lobbying regulations. Council members approved the measures aimed at greater transparency. The rules require lobbyists to disclose their activities in detail. Required filings will include information on contacts and expenditures. Officials said the changes address concerns about hidden influence. The city hopes the rules will boost public trust in government. The new disclosure requirements take effect later this year. Stakeholders are preparing to comply with the reporting standards.