What constitutes direct lobbying?

Direct lobbying specifically involves communication with legislators or government officials regarding specific legislation or regulation. This includes efforts to influence decision-makers on a particular issue, often through personal meetings, phone calls, or written correspondence. The essence of direct lobbying is that it targets the legislative body directly, aiming to affect the outcome of policy decisions through these direct interactions.

In contrast, gathering public support through campaigns focuses on mobilizing the general public's opinion rather than directly engaging legislators. Attending charity events generally serves philanthropic purposes and does not inherently involve influencing legislation. Soliciting funds for Political Action Committees (PACs) pertains to funding political candidates or campaigns rather than directly lobbying for policy changes. Each of these activities serves important functions within advocacy and political engagement, but they do not fall under the definition of direct lobbying.