Lobbyist and Interest groups basically influence legislatures to pass their wanted laws/amendments. lobbyists are hired usually by a businessman/corporation. Interest groups do the same thing but are more for the people. citizens may join them and help advocate for things. Lobbying is protected by the first amendment.
The Commissioner of Financial Regulation is responsible for charting and supervising Maryland state-chartered banks, state-chartered credit unions, and state-chartered trust companies.
