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Lobbying Disclosure: John F. Dunn for Hudson Group

Original title: JOHN F DUNN for SSP AMERICA, INC. @ MAYORS OFFICE (2016-10-01)

Record date · October 1, 2016

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What This Bill Does

This document discloses that lobbyist John F. Dunn was hired by the Hudson Group to represent their interests regarding concession negotiations at the Chicago Legislative Council & Government Affairs department. The activity covers the period from October 1, 2016, through December 31, 2016.

Why it matters

This filing identifies the professional representation hired by the Hudson Group to influence administrative decisions regarding Midway Airport concession contracts during the final quarter of 2016.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Hudson Group

The company is seeking to influence administrative outcomes regarding airport concession contracts.

Directly affected

John F. Dunn

The individual is professionally engaged to represent the client's interests before the city department.

Key Facts

  • Lobbyist John F. Dunn was retained by the Hudson Group.
  • The lobbying activity targeted the Legislative Council & Government Affairs department.
  • The specific action sought was related to Midway Concessions negotiations.
  • The reporting period for this activity was October 1, 2016, to December 31, 2016.
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  • The jurisdiction for this lobbying activity is Chicago, Illinois.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hudson Group?
The document identifies the Hudson Group as the client hiring the lobbyist, but does not provide further details on the company's operations.
What does 'Midway Concessions negotiations' mean?
It refers to discussions regarding the retail or service contracts located at Midway International Airport.

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Lobbying Activity

JOHN F DUNN

on behalf of SSP AMERICA, INC.

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Discoveries

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Airport Concession Focus

The document highlights the ongoing administrative focus on Midway Airport's retail and service contract environment during late 2016.

Connected Entities

Hudson Group, Legislative Council & Gov't Affairs, John F. Dunn and 1 more

Sources

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  • Controversy10
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