Here’s how much tech giants spent on lobbying efforts in Q3

Technology companies poured millions into lobbying efforts in the third quarter of fiscal year 2017, according to filings due Friday, as reported in Politico Morning Tech newsletter.

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In their disclosures, the tech giants listed a number of issues they lobbied on, including internet advertising regulations, privacy and tax reform, according to The Hill.

Here is how much 10 technology and telecommunications companies spent on lobbying efforts last quarter, listed from most to least, according to Politico.

1. AT&T: $4.43 million

2. Google: $4.17 million

3. Oracle: $3.82 million

4. Amazon: $3.41 million 

5. Facebook: $2.85 million

6. T-Mobile: $2.35 million

7. Verizon: $2.2 million

8. Microsoft: $1.95 million

9. Apple: $1.86 million

10. DXC Technology: $1.76 million

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