CNE Advocacy & Public Policy 2

Question 1

A nonprofit wants to influence federal agency rulemaking. Which mechanism allows the public, including nonprofits, to formally submit comments on proposed regulations?

Accepted Answer

Notice-and-comment rulemaking under the APA

Answer

The Administrative Procedure Act (APA) requires federal agencies to publish proposed rules and accept public comments before finalizing them.

Question 2

Under IRS rules, a 501(c)(3) organization that engages in substantial lobbying risks which consequence?

Accepted Answer

Loss of tax-exempt status

Answer

Substantial lobbying by a 501(c)(3) can result in revocation of its tax-exempt status.

Question 3

A nonprofit advocacy coalition wants to elect a new board chair who supports their legislative agenda. Which action is permissible?

Accepted Answer

Hosting a candidate forum open to all candidates equally

Answer

Hosting a nonpartisan candidate forum open equally to all candidates is a permitted educational activity for 501(c)(3)s.

Question 4

Which lobbying strategy involves mobilizing an organization's members, donors, or constituents to contact their legislators directly?

Accepted Answer

Grassroots lobbying

Answer

Grassroots lobbying urges the public to contact legislators in support of or opposition to specific legislation.

Question 5

A state law requires nonprofit lobbyists to register within 15 days of first lobbying contact. A nonprofit's executive director meets with a legislator about a pending bill. What should happen next?

Accepted Answer

Register within 15 days as required by state law

Answer

State lobbyist registration laws apply independently of federal tax rules and must be followed upon triggering activity.

(CNE) Certified Nonprofit Executive Practice Test

(CNE) Certified Nonprofit Executive Practice Test

CNE Advocacy & Public Policy 2