CHICAGO (COOK COUNTY)lobbying

Lobbying Disclosure: Norfolk Southern Corporation (2017)

Original title: THOMAS J MURPHY for NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORPORATION @ WATER MANAGEMENT (2017-07-01)

July 1, 2017

lobbying railroad water management infrastructure

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The Frame

What this does

This document identifies the specific corporate interests seeking to influence Chicago's water management department regarding rail infrastructure expansion projects.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Norfolk Southern Corporation

The corporation is seeking regulatory or legislative changes to expand its rail operations.

Chicago Department of Water Management

The department is the target of lobbying efforts regarding infrastructure and water-related policy.

What changed

Last recorded activity July 1, 2017.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

Thomas J. Murphy registered as a lobbyist for Norfolk Southern Corporation to influence water management policies in Chicago. The efforts focused on expanding rail operations during the third quarter of 2017.

Key Facts

Thomas J. Murphy served as the lobbyist for Norfolk Southern Corporation.
The lobbying activity took place in Chicago, Illinois.
The target of the lobbying was the Department of Water Management.
The lobbying period covered July 1, 2017, through September 30, 2017.
The stated goal of the lobbying was the expansion of rail operations.
The lobbying activities included both administrative and legislative actions.

Why It Matters

This document identifies the specific corporate interests seeking to influence Chicago's water management department regarding rail infrastructure expansion projects.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this document?

This is a public disclosure record showing that Thomas J. Murphy was paid to influence Chicago's Water Management department on behalf of Norfolk Southern Corporation.

What specific changes were requested?

The document states the goal was 'expanding rail operations,' but does not provide specific project details or permit requests.

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Lobbying Activity

THOMAS J MURPHY

on behalf of NORFOLK SOUTHERN CORPORATION

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Discoveries

Patterns POLISCOPE noticed across the record. These are observations to investigate, not conclusions.

policy shift70% confidence

Rail Expansion Interest

The document highlights a specific interest by a major rail corporation in municipal water management policy, suggesting potential intersection between rail infrastructure and water utility land or drainage rights.

Norfolk Southern Corporation Water Management