Introduction
General Motors (GM or the Company) is invested in the communities where we live and work. We strive to be a responsible corporate citizen who brings innovative products to our customers and creates shareholder value. A critical component of these efforts is actively participating in the policy making and political process. GM remains engaged through trade association and business organization memberships, direct lobbying, corporate political contributions and the General Motors Political Action Committee’s (GM PAC) political contributions.
In this report, we provide important information on how we participate in the political process. Every action we take is in strict compliance with local, state and federal law.
Our decisions are grounded in GM’s public policy positions and the best interests of our consumers, business, and our employees. Decisions are made without regard to political party affiliation and always mindful of our company values and reputation. Additionally, the Board of Directors’ Governance and Corporate Responsibility Committee (GCRC) has been delegated the responsibility to oversee these activities by the Board, and we also have a robust management-driven oversight process. Together, these guardrails are directed to one objective: to ensure General Motors has an effective, responsible voice in policy discussions that impact our business, our employees, our customers, and our communities.
Political Engagement
U.S. public policy – federal, state, and local legislation, regulation, and administrative action – can significantly affect GM’s consumers and business goals. GM participates in these and related political processes to ensure policymakers are informed by our expertise and insights when considering policies that impact our operations. The GM PAC makes political contributions to candidates and entities that support our industry, reflect our values and principles, and advance our vision for the future of mobility. GM engages in lobbying and participates in various trade associations and business and public policy organizations that advocate on issues important to the company.
We believe that strong, transparent engagement is a critical and appropriate role for companies. GM complies with federal, state, and local laws including those governing lobbying and campaign finance, discloses its lobbying activities and political contributions, and administers a robust training and compliance program.
Transparency and Disclosure
As part of our overall effort to promote political transparency and accountability, GM voluntarily publishes this annual report of political contributions.
In addition, GM files publicly available federal Lobbying Disclosure Act reports each quarter, which disclose GM’s federal lobbying expenditures, describes legislation and issues covered by lobbying activities, and identifies the registered individuals who lobbied on behalf of GM. GM also files similar periodic reports with states and localities as applicable. Links to these reports are available below.
In recognition of the best-in-class nature of GM’s disclosure, the Center for Political Accountability’s Zicklin Index of Corporate Political Accountability and Disclosure, which benchmarks the political disclosure and accountability policies and practices of leading U.S. public companies, has recognized the quality of our disclosures, and ranked GM as a Trendsetter, its highest ranking, among S&P 500 companies.
Governance – Board of Directors Oversight
The GCRC oversees the company’s political engagement strategy. This includes annual reviews of political contributions and lobbying expenditures made during the year and previews of the public policy priorities for the coming year. The Board also receives regular updates from management regarding significant global policy issues facing the Company. The Vice President, Global Public Policy is responsible for the operational activities and management consistent with this oversight and that position reports to the Executive Vice President, Chief Legal and Public Policy Officer.
Additional Governance
Before the GCRC review, the corporate political spending plans and decisions are reviewed and approved by senior management. In addition, the GCRC reviews shareholder feedback, including at times related to political and lobbying contributions.
Federal law generally does not permit contributions, including in-kind contributions, by corporations to candidates for federal office or national party committees. However, corporations may contribute to candidates running for state or local office in some states, and they may also contribute to various organizations that engage in political activities. All applicable contributions are listed in this report.
2025 Lobbying Activities
In 2025, GM spent $19.6 million on federal lobbying. This number includes any indirect federal lobbying through trade associations. Details of GM’s 2025 Federal Lobbying Disclosure and Federal Lobbying Contribution Reports can be found at:
- Federal Lobbying Report Q1 2025
- Federal Lobbying Report Q2 2025
- Federal Lobbying Report Q3 2025
- Federal Lobbying Report Q4 2025
- Federal Lobbying Contribution Report 1H 2025
- Federal Lobbying Contribution Report 2H 2025
GM lobbies in all 50 states. GM files state lobbying reports in compliance with state requirements. These reports are publicly available in the respective jurisdictions.
Trade Association and Business Organization Memberships
GM holds memberships in trade associations and business organizations representing the automotive industry and the wider business community. Engaging with other stakeholders helps us gain perspective and views on public policy issues that impact our Company. Additionally, participating in a broad array of groups expands the company’s ability to build coalitions in support of its policy positions.
GM does not agree with all the positions of every industry, trade, or policy organization in which it participates. However, through participation and active engagement with these organizations, GM seeks to influence their positions in a manner that aligns with GM’s interests.
2025 PUBLIC POLICY TRADE ASSOCIATION & BUSINESS ORGANIZATION MEMBERSHIPS
For associations with political contributions or lobbying expenditures, the most recent Form 990 is linked.
501(c)(4) Organizations
- American Action Network
- Associated Taxpayers of Idaho
- Automotive Coalition for Traffic Safety
- Business Leaders for Michigan
- California Issues Forum
- Center Forward
- Congressional Institute
- Civil Justice Association of California
- House Majority Forward
- Idaho Liability Reform Coalition
- Majority Forward
- Moving NC Forward
- National League of Cities
- One Nation
- Progressive State Leaders
- Reforming America’s Taxes Equitably
- Ripon Society
- Third Way
None of the support provided by GM to these 501(C)(4) organizations was used for non-deductible political spending.
501(c)(6) Organizations, $25,000+ in dues
$2 Million - $3 Million
Alliance for Automotive Innovation (21%*)
$1 Million - $2 Million
American Automotive Policy Council (12.94%*)
$400,000 – $500,000
n/a
$300,000 – $400,000
Business Roundtable (45%*)
Engine Manufacturers Association (9.3%*)
$200,000 – $300,000
U.S. Chamber of Commerce (40%*)
$100,000 – $200,000
n/a
$50,000 – $100,000
Consumer Technology Association (100%*)
Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce (6%*)
Michigan Manufacturers Association (25%*)
$25,000 – $50,000
Alliance for Transportation Electrification (0%*)
Texas Association of Manufacturers (75%*)
U.S. China Business Council (10%*)
*Portion of GM’s annual dues that are attributed to lobbying.
Political Contributions
GM and GM PAC make political contributions in connection with U.S. federal, state or local elections as permitted by law. We contribute to political parties, political action committees and ballot measure committees in the furtherance of public policies that support the company’s business goals. GM does not make independent expenditures to expressly advocate for the election or defeat of candidates.
Policy Regarding Making Political Contributions and Expenditures
GM PAC is governed by the GM PAC Board of Directors, and contributions are overseen by the Steering Committee. GM PAC makes political contributions pursuant to a robust vetting and review process and in accordance with GM PAC Articles of Organization and Governing Policies.
Using the following criteria, GM PAC contributions are guided by a Board of Directors appointed by the Chief Executive Officer of GM:
(1) Representation of a district with a GM facility and/or employees, retirees, and other constituents of importance (e.g., suppliers);
(2) Placement in a leadership position or on a key committee of importance to GM and/or the industry; and,
(3) General support of issues of importance to GM and/or the industry.
Even if a candidate meets the base criteria, a candidate can be disqualified from receiving contributions from GM if:
(a) the candidate, while seeking or holding a public office is found guilty of a felony or a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude; or
(b) espouses or endorses public positions which are persistently and patently inconsistent with GM’s stated corporate values.
Direct corporate political contributions will also be guided by the above set of criteria.
Consistent with our commitment to ethical business conduct, political spending reflects GM’s interests and is not based on the personal interests of any of our individual officers, directors, or employees. Furthermore, no contributions are given in anticipation of, in recognition of, or in return for any official act.
Employee Political Activity
Thousands of GM employees take an active voluntary role through membership in GM PAC. GM PAC, and associated state PACs, are independent of any political party. They provide employees the ability to make financial contributions that can be used to support candidates and participate in the political process. Our employee political action committee spending plans are reviewed and approved by the Political Action Committee’s Steering Committee and receive compliance review before contributions are made.
Political Compliance
GM Legal Staff assists with compliance with laws including reporting obligations. In addition:
- GM provides training for employees who may interface with public officials
- GM’s intranet site includes policies related to lobbying, gifts, contributions, and political fundraising including for personal political activity
- GM PAC and GM’s state PACs undergo a financial compliance audit by an external auditor after each election cycle
- The Vice President, Global Public Policy oversees GM’s corporate political activity and the GM PAC
Political Contributions (2025)
Section 527 Organization Contributions
| Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
| All Together Colorado | $5,000 |
| Colorado Way Forward | $5,000 |
| Democratic Attorneys General Association | $125,000 |
| Democratic Governors Association | $100,000 |
| Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee | $100,000 |
| Democratic Mayors Association | $10,000 |
| Democratic Municipal Officials | $25,000 |
| GOPAC | $100,000 |
| Republican Attorneys General Association | $75,000 |
| Republican Governors Association | $100,000 |
| Republican State Leadership Committee | $100,000 |
| RLGA Lt. Governors Council | $10,000 |
| Senate Majority Fund (CO) | $5,000 |
Corporate Contributions to Individual Candidates for State or Local Office or Ballot Initiatives:
Assemblywoman Diane Dixon's Ballot Measure for Safer Communities
Assemblywoman Diane Dixon (R-CA)
$5,000
Rubio Fighting for California Ballot Measure Committee
Assemblywoman Blanca Rubio (D-CA)
$10,000
Corporate Contributions to Gubernatorial Inaugurations:
Governor Mike Braun (R-IN)
$5,000
Governor Mike Kehoe (R-MO)
$10,000
General Motors Political Action Committee (GM PAC) Contributions
View all GM PAC 2025 disbursements here.
Prepared on May 7, 2026