Measure seeks to reveal names, funding behind indirect lobbying

But distinguishing between different kinds of advocates is very difficult, said Lee Drutman, a senior fellow on political reform at the New America Foundation.

“It’s not a clear call how to approach this problem,” Drutman said. “Where does legitimate public participation end and corporate, ginned-up participation begin? And how do we put clear markers on what is genuine, heartfelt participation and participation in which people are only there because they are being coerced or forced into it?”