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LOBBYING REPORT

Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (Section 5) - All Filers Are Required to Complete This Page

1. Registrant Name Organization/Lobbying Firm Self Employed Individual
Demand Progress Action, Inc

2. Address

Address1
30 Ritchie Avenue
 Address2
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City
Silver Spring
 State
MD
 Zip Code
20910
 Country
USA

3. Principal place of business (if different than line 2)

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4a. Contact Name b. Telephone Number c. E-mail
​Mr.
​Mark Stanley
​2026817582
​mark@demandprogress.org
5. Senate ID#
​401103609-12
7. Client Name Self Check if client is a state or local government or instrumentality
​Demand Progress Action, Inc
6. House ID#
​428750001
TYPE OF REPORT 8. Year
​2026
 Q1 (1/1 - 3/31) Q2 (4/1 - 6/30) Q3 (7/1 - 9/30) Q4 (10/1 - 12/31)

9. Check if this filing amends a previously filed version of this report

10. Check if this is a Termination Report Termination Date
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11. No Lobbying Issue Activity
INCOME OR EXPENSES - YOU MUST complete either Line 12 or Line 13
12. Lobbying 13. Organizations
INCOME relating to lobbying activities for this reporting period was: EXPENSE relating to lobbying activities for this reporting period were:
Less than $5,000
Less than $5,000
$5,000 or more $
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$5,000 or more $
​70,000.00
Provide a good faith estimate, rounded to the nearest $10,000, of all lobbying related income for the client (including all payments to the registrant by any other entity for lobbying activities on behalf of the client). 14. REPORTING Check box to indicate expense accounting method. See instructions for description of options.
Method A. Reporting amounts using LDA definitions only

Method B. Reporting amounts under section 6033(b)(8) of the Internal Revenue Code

Method C. Reporting amounts under section 162(e) of the Internal Revenue Code

Signature
Digitally Signed By: Mark Stanley
 Date
7/20/2026 1:54:20 PM

LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.

15. General issue area code FOR

16. Specific lobbying issues

H.Con.Res.86 - Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran

H.Con.Res.75 - Directing the President, pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution, to remove United States Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran.
directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran

H.Con.Res.84 - Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from Lebanon.
directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Lebanon

H.Con.Res.108 - Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from Lebanon.
directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Lebanon

S.J.Res.124 - A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Republic of Cuba that have not been authorized by Congress. directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Cuba

H.R.8595 - National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Act, 2027 Making appropriations for national security, Department of State, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.

H.Con.Res.38 - Directing the President pursuant to section 5(c) of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized hostilities in the Islamic Republic of Iran. directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran

S.J.Res.104 - A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted.

H.Con.Res.68 - To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities within or against Venezuela

S.J.Res.98 - A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities within or against Venezuela

S.J.Res.118 - A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted.

S.J.Res.116 - A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted.

H.J.Res.153 - To direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Republic of Cuba that have not been authorized by Congress.
directs the President to block use of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Cuba

H.R.8103 - To prohibit the use of funds to use military force in or against Cuba, and for other purposes.
prohibits the use of funds to use military force in or against Cuba


17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None

U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area

First Name Last Name Suffix Covered Official Position (if applicable) New
Sean
Vitka
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Cavan
Kharrazian
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None

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LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.

15. General issue area code DEF

16. Specific lobbying issues

S.J.Res.138 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.
blocks a foreign military sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.

S.J.Res.32 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.
blocks a foreign military sale to the Government of Israel of certain defense articles and services.

H.R.8800 - National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027
This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as well as the national security programs of the Department of Energy (DOE).

S.4784 - An original bill to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2027 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and for other purposes.
An original bill to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2027 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and for other purposes. This bill sets forth policies and authorities for for Department of Defense programs and activities. The bill authorizes appropriations but it does not provide budget authority, which is provided by appropriations legislation.

H.R.3565 - To provide for a limitation on the transfer of defense articles and defense services to Israel.
This bill prohibits the President from selling, transferring, or exporting certain defense articles or services to Israel, except in specified circumstances.

17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None

U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area

First Name Last Name Suffix Covered Official Position (if applicable) New
Sean
Vitka
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Cavan
Kharrazian
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Hajar
Hammado
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None

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LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.

15. General issue area code BUD

16. Specific lobbying issues

FY 2027 Appropriations
Determining funding for each authorized federal government agency and program receives and determining which can operate and to what extent.

17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None

U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area

First Name Last Name Suffix Covered Official Position (if applicable) New
Sean
Vitka
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Hajar
Hammado
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None

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LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.

15. General issue area code INT

16. Specific lobbying issues

S. 3893 Security and Freedom Enhancement (SAFE) Act of 2026
Bipartisan legislation would protect Americans from foreign threats and from warrantless government surveillance

H.R. 7816 Protect Liberty and End Warrantless Surveillance Act of 2026
Bill to End Warrantless Surveillance and Protect Americans Fourth Amendment Rights

S.4082 - Government Surveillance Reform Act of 2026
Reform FISA Section 702, Protect Americans Constitutional Rights and Plug Data Broker Surveillance Loophole

S.4594 - Subpoena Abuse Prevention Act
Reform the governments use of subpoenas, which are used to collect huge numbers of call records, and other personal information, without a warrant or other court oversight.

17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None

U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area

First Name Last Name Suffix Covered Official Position (if applicable) New
Hajar
Hammado
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Sean
Vitka
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None

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LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.

15. General issue area code CON

16. Specific lobbying issues

Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act reauthorization
Reauthorization of warrantless surveillance authorities

H.R.8035 - To amend the FISA Amendments Act of 2008 to extend the authorities of title VII of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act of 1978 through October 20, 2027, and for other purposes.Reauthorization of warrantless surveillance authorities

17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None

U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area

First Name Last Name Suffix Covered Official Position (if applicable) New
Hajar
Hammado
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Sean
Vitka
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None

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LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.

15. General issue area code SCI

16. Specific lobbying issues

H.R. 7757- KIDS Act
To protect children and teens online, empower parents and strengthen families, and for other purposes.

Great American AI Act (Obernolte-Trahan discussion draft)
Federal AI regulatory framework

17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None

U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area

First Name Last Name Suffix Covered Official Position (if applicable) New
Sean
Vitka
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Colin
McGlynn
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Hajar
Hammado
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None

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LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.

15. General issue area code TRA

16. Specific lobbying issues

H.R.8870 - BUILD America 250 Act
This bill authorizes federal surface transportation (highway, public transportation, and rail) programs and activities through FY2031. The bill also establishes or modifies Department of Transportation (DOT) programs and policies that are a part of the federal-aid highway, transit, highway safety, motor carrier, research, hazardous materials, and rail programs.

17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None

U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area

First Name Last Name Suffix Covered Official Position (if applicable) New
Hajar
Hammado
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Sean
Vitka
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None

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LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.

15. General issue area code TRD

16. Specific lobbying issues

H.R. 8202 Export Control Statute of Limitations Extension
Export control enforcement

H.R. 4505 Export Controls Enforcement Act
Export control enforcement

H.R. 5853 Export Control Civil Penalty Increase
Export control enforcement

H.R. 7962 Export Dispute Resolution Act
Export control administration

H.R. 8288 Strengthening Export Controls Compliance Act
Export control compliance

H.R. 4920 BIS IT Modernization Act
Export control administration

H.R. 8289 BIS Licensing Efficiency Act of 2026
Export licensing

H.R. 6322 Stop Stealing our Chips Act
Export control enforcement

H.R. 6058 STRIDE Act
Semiconductor export controls

H.R. 8170 MATCH Act
Semiconductor export controls

H.R. 8287 Semiconductor Controls Effectiveness Act of 2026
Semiconductor export controls

H.R. 8284 BIS License Administration Enhancement Act
Export licensing

H.R. 8285 Protecting American Competition Act of 2026
Export control review

H.R. 6331 ADVERSARIES Act
Export control regulation

H.R. 8283 Deterring American AI Model Theft Act of 2026
AI model export controls

H.R. 7003 BIS STRENGTH Act
Export control administration

H.R. 8036 Interagency Coordination in Export Controls Act of 2026
Export control interagency coordination

H.R. 6624 Biological Intellectual Property Protection Act of 2025
Biotech export licensing

H.R. 6996 Full AI Stack Export Promotion Act
AI export policy

17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None

U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area

First Name Last Name Suffix Covered Official Position (if applicable) New
Colin
McGlynn
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None

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Information Update Page - Complete ONLY where registration information has changed.

20. Client new address

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21. Client new principal place of business (if different than line 20)

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22. New General description of client’s business or activities

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LOBBYIST UPDATE

23. Name of each previously reported individual who is no longer expected to act as a lobbyist for the client

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​Peterson Cassin
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ISSUE UPDATE

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AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS

25. Add the following affiliated organization(s)

Internet Address:

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(city and state or country)
Street Address
City State/Province Zip Country
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26. Name of each previously reported organization that is no longer affiliated with the registrant or client

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FOREIGN ENTITIES

27. Add the following foreign entities:

Name Address Principal place of business
(city and state or country) 		Amount of contribution for lobbying activities Ownership percentage in client
Street Address
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28. Name of each previously reported foreign entity that no longer owns, or controls, or is affiliated with the registrant, client or affiliated organization

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CONVICTIONS DISCLOSURE

29. Have any of the lobbyists listed on this report been convicted in a Federal or State Court of an offense involving bribery, extortion, embezzlement, an illegal kickback, tax evasion, fraud, a conflict of interest, making a false statement, perjury, or money laundering?

Lobbyist Name Description of Offense(s)