This article is Part 1 of a four-part series demonstrating how the money in a lobby sector can impact state politics and legislation. We’ve selected the Green Energy sector due to a resurgence of interest in a behind-the-scenes look at renewables following the 2021 snowstorms, but you can follow the money in any industry of interest that is spending lobbying dollars in Austin.
Parker County Conservatives PAC
Texas Committee
$4,657Cash on Hand
$86,821Total Contributions
$92,668Total Expenditures
Financial Activity
Top Contributors
Total Contributions | Name |
|---|---|
| $36,100.00 | Michael Olcott |
| $25,000.00 | Farris & JoAnn Wilks |
| $7,500.00 | Defend Texas Liberty PAC |
| $5,000.00 | Don Dyer |
| $3,000.00 | Larry Bartolli |
| $2,550.00 | Saulsbury Ventures LLC |
| $2,000.00 | Ed Huddleston |
| $1,001.00 | Michael Parker |
| $1,000.00 | Shanna Parker |
| $700.00 | Mike Brasovan |
Top Payees
Total Expenditures | Payee |
|---|---|
| $37,827.68 | Wishlist Direct / VoterDirect Texas |
| $32,129.31 | Direct Texas LLC |
| $21,000.00 | J W Media Services |
| $1,661.05 | Triton Polling & Research |
| $50.00 | Daniel Lane |
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