Election 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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