Industry groups win as Obama appointments invalidated
U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Coalition for Democratic Workplace battled National Labor Relations Board rulings
Read MoreAssociation fly-ins spring 2013
A preview of some upcoming action on Capitol Hill that groups have planned for members converging on Washington, D.C.
Read MoreElection year, fiscal cliff help drive up 2012 lobbying costs
From health care to highways, numbers also reflect issues hard-fought in Washington; more spending spikes expected in 2013
Read MoreDo's and don'ts for fly-in appointments
Association schedulers give advice on setting up meetings with congressional offices
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Landing fly-in meetings takes professionalism and persistence
Groups turn to members, in-house staffers and consultants to schedule lobby day visits, but each strategy has its pros and cons
Read MoreLearning to lobby: some educational options
Classes are available for both newcomers and more seasoned advocates
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