Uber leads lobbying race in New York

According to reports in Saratogian there has been no group who has spent more on lobbying state lawmakers to influence them to allow expansion into upstate than Uber.

The app-based ride-hailing service reported almost $1.8 million (£1.4 million) in lobbying expenses between January and June of 2017. 

Their lobbying efforts have allowed them to expand into areas outside of Manhattan where they've seen a very healthy growth. 

It seems the more money you spend, the more money you make.