Lobbying commissioner Karen Shepherd won’t seek another term

Her decision draws mixed reactions from lobbyists and observers, with some accusing her of poorly conceived rules, while others are praising her openness and accessibility.

Karen Shepherd has announced that she won't seek reappointment as commissioner of lobbying when her term concludes at the end of December. The Hill Times photograph by Sam Garcia

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BY MARCO VIGLIOTTI

November 2, 2016

Lobbying commissioner Karen Shepherd is stepping down after more than eight years in office. Ms. Shepherd told The Hill Times on Oct. 27 that she would not seek reappointment when her current term expires at the end ...

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