Lobbyists spent a record $14 million dollars last year trying to influence the Unicameral.
Common Cause Nebraska has released its report on the spending of special interest groups.

More than 500 groups hire lobbyists to work during the legislative sessions.
Jack Gould with Common Cause says lobbyists often not only try to persuade legislators on issues, but raise campaign donations for those they favor.

Gould says lobbyists hold positions of power at the Capitol.

Ethanol producers spent the most in 2014. TransCanada came in second. The University of Nebraska ranked third.