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Epic battle on debit-card swipe fees amazed lobbyists, annoyed senators

Fly-ins so heavy lawmakers avoided constituents; ads ran in more than 30 states

Banking associations targeting CFPB while still building ties with officials

Trade groups supporting GOP efforts to limit the power of new bureau director

Organizations praise review, but seek more regulatory relief

Payday lending group boosts interest in D.C.

When under scrutiny in Washington, many trade groups hire outside lobbyists and increase advocacy spending.

Question for NAA: Persist with lobbyist-as-leader model?

Associations come together to oppose new health care fee

In latest battle over the new overhaul, coalition members argue that the provision would be too burdensome for small business