Notice of Lobbying Activity

The Association is required by the IRS to remind members that as a result of ongoing lobbying activities on behalf of our members, a portion of members’ dues payments are not deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense.

Our accounting firm has notified us that for the fiscal year ended August 31, the non-deductible portion of the dues paid would be 6.53 percent.

In addition to staff activity, the Association will continue to use paid lobbyists to assist in making elected officials and government agencies aware of our members’ interests.

It is important to note that our Association has not endorsed, nor have we contributed any Association funds to any candidate for public office or any political action committee.

If you would like to learn more about the Association’s lobbying work, call 314/878.2304, or send an e-mail to Vernon@FarmEquip.org.