This article examines the institution of lobbying in the United States, presenting its historical development, regulatory framework, and empirical scope, with the aim of drawing lessons for the Republic of Armenia. In the U.S. context, lobbying has evolved into a significant economic and political sector, creating both democratic opportunities and risks of corruption. By contrast, Armenia lacks a comprehensive legal framework for lobbying, despite pressing anti-corruption imperatives. The article argues that Armenia could benefit from adapting elements of the American model – particularly transparency, registration, public access, and oversight – while tailoring these mechanisms to its local institutional context and democratic needs. The study concludes by offering recommendations to Armenia’s emerging reform agenda․

KeywordsLobbying USA anti-corruption policy lobbying groups Armenian diaspora lobbying organizations in the U.S. Republic of Armenia lobbying oversight.