Why It Matters
Gray Media is maintaining steady lobbying pressure on Capitol Hill through its second quarter 2026 lobbying filing.
By the Numbers
Gray Media paid $130,000 for lobbying services in the second quarter of 2026, according to the filing submitted by Cogent Strategies LLC. The engagement marks a consistent spending level compared to the first quarter of 2026, when the company also spent $130,000 through the same firm.
Broader Context
The filing lists the issue code telecommunications with specific issues related to TV innovation, competition, local broadcasting, streaming, AI, FCC, local station ownership issues, and Next Generation TV.
The lobbying team represents a full roster of Cogent Strategies operatives. Claudia James, Dave Oxner, Andrew Kauders, Shellie Purvis, Randall Gerard, and Kimberley Fritts are all listed as representatives.
The Bottom Line
Gray Media continues its legislative advocacy at elevated spending levels, now relying exclusively on Cogent Strategies LLC for federal lobbying representation.
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