The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) spent $1.1 million on lobbying during the second quarter of 2011. The trade association for gaming companies was concerned with issues like regulation of video game content, First Amendment protection and parental control technology.
The ESA has traditionally opposed all government attempts to regulate game content ratings. Other specific lobbying issues include copyright enforcement and green cards for skilled foreign workers allowing temporary employment of foreign workers in specialized and advanced-degree positions.
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