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Lobbying Disclosure: Kessler and Associates for Dunn-Edwards Paint Co.

Original title: KESSLER AND ASSOCIATES BUSINESS SERVICES INC. lobbying for Dunn-Edwards Paint Co.

June 20, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

Dunn-Edwards Paint Co. paid $141,143.25 to influence state-level environmental regulations governing the chemical composition of architectural paints.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Dunn-Edwards Paint Co.

The company is the client paying for lobbying services to influence regulatory outcomes for their products.

California Air Resources Board

The agency is the target of lobbying efforts regarding the drafting of environmental regulations for architectural coatings.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 20, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

Kessler and Associates Business Services Inc. reported lobbying activities and payments on behalf of Dunn-Edwards Paint Co. during the first quarter of 2000. The firm focused on influencing California Air Resources Board () regulations regarding .

Key Facts

  • Kessler and Associates Business Services Inc. received $141,143.25 from Dunn-Edwards Paint Co. for lobbying services.
  • The lobbying activity occurred between January 1, 2000, and March 31, 2000.
  • The primary focus of the lobbying was the California Air Resources Board (CARB).
  • The lobbying efforts targeted the drafting of a suggested central measure for architectural coatings.

Why It Matters

Dunn-Edwards Paint Co. paid $141,143.25 to influence state-level environmental regulations governing the chemical composition of architectural paints.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of this lobbying?
The lobbying was intended to influence the California Air Resources Board's development of regulations for .
How much was spent on this lobbying effort?
Dunn-Edwards Paint Co. paid $141,143.25 to Kessler and Associates Business Services Inc. for the period of January through March 2000.

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Lobbying Activity

KESSLER AND ASSOCIATES BUSINESS SERVICES INC.

on behalf of Dunn-Edwards Paint Co.

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KESSLER AND ASSOCIATES BUSINESS SERVICES INC.

on behalf of Dunn-Edwards Paint Co.

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Discoveries

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Regulatory Influence on Coatings

The document highlights early 2000s industry efforts to shape the development of state-level air quality standards for architectural coatings.

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Sources

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www.sos.ca.gov

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  • Controversy20
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  • Entertainment5
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