Can We Do That? Lobbying and Political Activity for Federal Grantees

October 6, 2026

Election season is in full swing.  What do federal grantees need to know?  

This webinar will unpack the nuances of long-standing restrictions on using federal funds for lobbying, grassroots lobbying, supporting or opposing referendums and ballot initiatives, and other political activities. The presenters will examine the Uniform Guidance, federal tax law, and the Hatch Act, highlighting both specific limitations as well as the broader concept of cost allowability. 

Although the proposed changes to the Uniform Guidance have been temporarily paused by Congress, the training will briefly touch on the possible updates, and implications for grantees as they advocate for their mission.

Designed with a practical focus, this session will help federal funding recipients navigate the advocacy and political engagement while maintaining compliance with applicable requirements. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of how to advance their organization's goals while adhering to federal restrictions on lobbying and political activities.

Please note the webinar will consist of 60 minutes of content followed by 15 minutes for questions.

The on-demand version of this webinar will be available for purchase one week after the conclusion of the live webinar. 

Target Audience

  • CEOs and Executive Directors
  • CFOs/Controllers/Fiscal Staff
  • Compliance Team
  • Public Relations Team
  • Other grants management staff  

Learning Objectives

After this webinar, you will be able to:

  1. Distinguish between permissible and prohibited lobbying activities and understand how the rules apply in practice
  2. Draft policies and procedures that support compliance while still engaging in activities crucial to your mission
  3. Identify which restrictions apply when using federal funds and those that apply more broadly to your organization
  4. Understand key federal laws as they apply to lobbying, advocacy, and other political activities

Course summary

Available credit: 
  • 1.25 Certificate of Attendance
  • 1.50 CPE
Course opens: 
09/10/2026
Course expires: 
11/07/2026
Event starts: 
10/06/2026 - 1:00pm EDT
Event ends: 
10/06/2026 - 2:15pm EDT
Cost:
$185.00
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Gabriel S. García

Gabriel García is a Partner in the firm's Health Care practice group. With over 20 years of experience, Gabriel regularly counsels clients on Medicare/Medi-Cal enrollment, managed care contracting, provider reimbursement, and nonprofit governance. A former founder of a boutique law firm in Sacramento, he brings deep insight into the operational and legal needs of health care organizations and federally funded entities across California and beyond. [Full Bio]

Ted Waters

Ted Waters serves as Managing Partner of the firm and a member of the Federal Grants and Health Care practice groups, Ted focuses his practice on helping organizations solve problems. His vast experience in financial, cost reporting, reimbursement and administrative issues is widely recognized, and he routinely handles challenging issues for clients such as government audits, internal investigations and litigation. [Full Bio]

Participants can earn up to 1.50 CPE credits in Specialized Knowledge and Applications upon completion of all course requirements.

Attendee Requirements for CPE Credit

If you purchase CPE credit for this webinar you must satisfy the following conditions in order to receive your certificate:

  1. Answer at least 5 of the polling questions during the webinar
  2. Complete the evaluation survey after the conclusion of the webinar or in the follow-up email

Upon completion of these requirements, we will email you your CPE Certificate within two (2) weeks.

Additional Information

  • Prerequisites: None 
  • Target Audience: CEOs and Executive Directors, CFOs/Controllers/Fiscal Staff, Compliance Team, Public Relations Team, and other grants management staff
  • Advanced Preparation: None  
  • Program Level: All
  • Delivery Method: Group Internet Based

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Available Credit

  • 1.25 Certificate of Attendance
  • 1.50 CPE

Price

Cost:
$185.00
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