Food Security and Agricultural Development Act of 2007

Jones Act Cargo Preference, Coast Gurad Issues-H.R. 2830 Maritime Security Program Farm Bill & Food aid Issues-H.R. 2419/H.R. 2844 Great Lakes/Water Resources Development Act Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Harbor Main Tenance Tax Legislation/S.3199-H.R. 1499 American Shipping Reinvestment Act/H.R. 6374 and S.3359 Mr. Gordon Spencer no longer active Lobbyist

Client expense: $14,617 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Jones Act Cargo Preference, Coast Guard Issues-H.R. 2830 Maritime Security Program Farm Bill & Food Aid Issues-H.R. 2419/H.R. 2844 Great Lakes/Water Resoures Development Act Transportation Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Harbor MainTenance Tax Legislation/S.3199 American Shipping Reinvestment Act/H.R. 6374 and S.3359

Client expense: $36,851 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Agriculture/food-related provisions of: H.RES.336, expresses that the U.S. should adhere to moral principles relating to international trade pacts. H.RES.587, expresses that the House should not at this time consider fast-track negotiating authority. H.RES.926, recognizes the importance of food, product safety and U.S. trade policy. H.J.RES.55, to disapprove a final rule on importation of cattle and beef. H.R.137, to amend title 18, U.S. Code, to strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. H.R.169, to improve trade deficits between U.S. and other countries. H.R.294, to prohibit entry into bilateral or regional trade agreement for 2 years. H.R.321, to require Treasury to report on exchange rate policies of the PRC. H.R.624, to lift the trade embargo on Cuba. H.R.782, to amend title 7 of the 1930 Tariff Act. H.R.1026, to facilitate export of U.S. agricultural products to Cuba. H.R.1042, to extend trade promotion authority. H.R.1706, to assist U.S. exporters of certain fruits and vegetables. H.R.1830, to extend authorities of the Andean Trade Preference Act. H.R.2819, to facilitate export of U.S. agricultural products to Cuba. H.R.2844, to promote U.S. emergency and non-emergency food assistance programs. H.R.3182, to let the U.S. participate in energy development offshore from Cuba and other countries. H.R.3684, to enhance reciprocal market access for U.S. domestic producers in trade agreement negotiations. H.R.3688, to implement the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. H.R.4124, to direct withdrawal from the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. S.J.RES.20, to disapprove a rule relating to importation of cattle and beef. S.1106, to extend the additional duty on ethanol. S.1485, to impose tariff-rate quotas on certain casein and milk protein concentrates. S.1848, to amend the 1974 Trade Act to address the impact of globalization and other purposes. S.2113, to implement the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. H.R.5724, to implement the U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement. H.R.6137, to remove the additional tariff on ethanol. S.2830, to implement the U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement. S.2906, to require a report on invasive agricultural pests and diseases prior to free-trade agreement negotiations. S.3083, to require a review of trade agreements and other purposes. H.R.6522, to prohibit swine, pork imports from Argentina until certified free of foot and mouth disease. S.3238, to prohibit swine, pork imports from Argentina until certified free of foot and mouth disease. Issues other than legislation: Trade (domestic/foreign) Agricultural trade issues for the World Trade Organization. Revisions to U.S. sanctions policy. Export licensing requirements for agricultural sales. Implementation of Trade Adjustment Assistance to agricultural producers. Impact of domestic agricultural policy on trade agreements. Inclusion of labor and environmental standards in agricultural trade negotiations. International food assistance. Mechanisms to address impact of exchange rate fluctuations on trade. Implementation of Byrd Amendment. Agricultural imports. Harmonization of environmental regulations. Bilateral and regional trade negotiations and agreements.

Cable ownership cap Multicast must carry Program carriage Leased access Network neutrality DTV transition A la carte programming H.R.3403: 911 Modernization and Public Safety Act of 2007 H.R.3919: Broadband Census of America Act of 2007 H.R.5353:Internet Freedom Preservation Act of 2008 H.R.5470: To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require the carriage of all local television signals by satellite carriers in all local markets H.R. 5635: Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act of 2008 H.Res.79: Recognizing the establishment of Hunters for the Hungry programs across the United States and the contributions of those programs efforts to decrease hunger and help feed those in need. VOIP 911 H.R.2844/S.2302: Food Security and Agricultural Development Act of 2007 Retention marking Privacy Retransmission consent

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $50,000

H.R. 2844, Food Security and Development Act of 2007, Title I Food Assistance

Client expense: $70,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Maritime Administration (MARAD), SENATE, U.S. Customs & Border Protection

Agriculture/food-related provisions of: H.RES.336, expresses that the U.S. should adhere to moral principles relating to international trade pacts. H.RES.587, expresses that the House should not at this time consider fast-track negotiating authority. H.RES.926, recognizes the importance of food, product safety and U.S. trade policy. H.J.RES.55, to disapprove a final rule on importation of cattle and beef. H.R.137, to amend title 18, U.S. Code, to strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. H.R.169, to improve trade deficits between U.S. and other countries. H.R.294, to prohibit entry into bilateral or regional trade agreement for 2 years. H.R.321, to require Treasury to report on exchange rate policies of the PRC. H.R.624, to lift the trade embargo on Cuba. H.R.782, to amend title 7 of the 1930 Tariff Act. H.R.1026, to facilitate export of U.S. agricultural products to Cuba. H.R.1042, to extend trade promotion authority. H.R.1706, to assist U.S. exporters of certain fruits and vegetables. H.R.1830, to extend authorities of the Andean Trade Preference Act. H.R.2819, to facilitate export of U.S. agricultural products to Cuba. H.R.2844, to promote U.S. emergency and non-emergency food assistance programs. H.R.3182, to let the U.S. participate in energy development offshore from Cuba and other countries. H.R.3684, to enhance reciprocal market access for U.S. domestic producers in trade agreement negotiations. H.R.3688, to implement the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. H.R.4124, to direct withdrawal from the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. S.J.RES.20, to disapprove a rule relating to importation of cattle and beef. S.1106, to extend the additional duty on ethanol. S.1485, to impose tariff-rate quotas on certain casein and milk protein concentrates. S.1848, to amend the 1974 Trade Act to address the impact of globalization and other purposes. S.2113, to implement the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. H.R.5724, to implement the U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement. H.R.6137, to remove the additional tariff on ethanol. S.2830, to implement the U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement. S.2906, to require a report on invasive agricultural pests and diseases prior to free-trade agreement negotiations. S.3083, to require a review of trade agreements and other purposes. H.R.6522, to prohibit swine, pork imports from Argentina until certified free of foot and mouth disease. S.3238, to prohibit swine, pork imports from Argentina until certified free of foot and mouth disease. Issues other than legislation: Trade (domestic/foreign) Agricultural trade issues for the World Trade Organization. Revisions to U.S. sanctions policy. Export licensing requirements for agricultural sales. Implementation of Trade Adjustment Assistance to agricultural producers. Impact of domestic agricultural policy on trade agreements. Inclusion of labor and environmental standards in agricultural trade negotiations. International food assistance. Mechanisms to address impact of exchange rate fluctuations on trade. Implementation of Byrd Amendment. Agricultural imports. Harmonization of environmental regulations. Bilateral and regional trade negotiations and agreements.

Cable ownership cap Multicast must carry Program carriage Leased access Network neutrality DTV transition A la carte programming H.R.3403: 911 Modernization and Public Safety Act of 2007 H.R.3919: Broadband Census of America Act of 2007 H.R.5353:Internet Freedom Preservation Act of 2008 H.R.5470: To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require the carriage of all local television signals by satellite carriers in all local markets H.R. 5635: Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act of 2008 H.Res.79: Recognizing the establishment of Hunters for the Hungry programs across the United States and the contributions of those programs efforts to decrease hunger and help feed those in need. VOIP 911 H.R.2844/S.2302: Food Security and Agricultural Development Act of 2007 Retention marking Privacy Retransmission consent

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $50,000

A la carte programming H.R.3403: 911 Modernization and Public Safety Act of 2007 H.R.3919: Broadband Census of America Act of 2007 H.R.5353:Internet Freedom Preservation Act of 2008 H.R.5470: To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require the carriage of all local television signals by satellite carriers in all local markets H.R. 5635: Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act of 2008 H.Res.79: Recognizing the establishment of Hunters for the Hungry programs across the United States and the contributions of those programs efforts to decrease hunger and help feed those in need. VOIP 911 H.R.2844/S.2302: Food Security and Agricultural Development Act of 2007 Retention marking Privacy Retransmission Content

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $90,000

H.R. 2419, Farm Bill Extension Act of 2007, Title III Trade; H.R. 2844, Food Security and Development Act of 2007, Title I Food Assistance

Client expense: $100,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Maritime Administration (MARAD), SENATE, U.S. Customs & Border Protection

HR 2419, HR 2844 - Farm, Nutrition and Bioenergy Act -nutrition title Agriculture Appropriations - all provisions

Client expense: $560,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE

Cable ownership cap Multicast must carry Program carriage Leased access Network neutrality DTV transition A la carte programming H.R.3403: 911 Modernization and Public Safety Act of 2007 H.R.3919: Broadband Census of America Act of 2007 H.R.5353:Internet Freedom Preservation Act of 2008 H.R.5470: To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require the carriage of all local television signals by satellite carriers in all local markets H.R. 5635: Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act of 2008 H.Res.79: Recognizing the establishment of Hunters for the Hungry programs across the United States and the contributions of those programs efforts to decrease hunger and help feed those in need. VOIP 911 H.R.2844/S.2302: Food Security and Agricultural Development Act of 2007 Retention marking Privacy

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $50,000

A la carte programming H.R.3403: 911 Modernization and Public Safety Act of 2007 H.R.3919: Broadband Census of America Act of 2007 H.R.5353:Internet Freedom Preservation Act of 2008 H.R.5470: To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require the carriage of all local television signals by satellite carriers in all local markets H.R. 5635: Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act of 2008 H.Res.79: Recognizing the establishment of Hunters for the Hungry programs across the United States and the contributions of those programs efforts to decrease hunger and help feed those in need. VOIP 911 H.R.2844/S.2302: Food Security and Agricultural Development Act of 2007 Retention marking Privacy

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $90,000

Agriculture/food-related provisions of: H.RES.336, expresses that the U.S. should adhere to moral principles relating to international trade pacts. H.RES.587, expresses that the House should not at this time consider fast-track negotiating authority. H.RES.926, recognizes the importance of food, product safety and U.S. trade policy. H.J.RES.55, to disapprove a final rule on importation of cattle and beef. H.R.137, to amend title 18, U.S. Code, to strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. H.R.169, to improve trade deficits between U.S. and other countries. H.R.294, to prohibit entry into bilateral or regional trade agreement for 2 years. H.R.321, to require Treasury to report on exchange rate policies of the PRC. H.R.624, to lift the trade embargo on Cuba. H.R.782, to amend title 7 of the 1930 Tariff Act. H.R.1026, to facilitate export of U.S. agricultural products to Cuba. H.R.1042, to extend trade promotion authority. H.R.1706, to assist U.S. exporters of certain fruits and vegetables. H.R.1830, to extend authorities of the Andean Trade Preference Act. H.R.2819, to facilitate export of U.S. agricultural products to Cuba. H.R.2844, to promote U.S. emergency and non-emergency food assistance programs. H.R.3182, to let the U.S. participate in energy development offshore from Cuba and other countries. H.R.3684, to enhance reciprocal market access for U.S. domestic producers in trade agreement negotiations. H.R.3688, to implement the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. H.R.4124, to direct withdrawal from the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. S.J.RES.20, to disapprove a rule relating to importation of cattle and beef. S.1106, to extend the additional duty on ethanol. S.1485, to impose tariff-rate quotas on certain casein and milk protein concentrates. S.1848, to amend the 1974 Trade Act to address the impact of globalization and other purposes. S.2113, to implement the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. H.R.5724, to implement the U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement. H.R.6137, to remove the additional tariff on ethanol. S.2830, to implement the U.S.-Columbia Trade Promotion Agreement. S.2906, to require a report on invasive agricultural pests and diseases prior to free-trade agreement negotiations. S.3083, to require a review of trade agreements and other purposes. Issues other than legislation: Trade (domestic/foreign) Agricultural trade issues for the World Trade Organization. Revisions to U.S. sanctions policy. Export licensing requirements for agricultural sales. Implementation of Trade Adjustment Assistance to agricultural producers. Impact of domestic agricultural policy on trade agreements. Inclusion of labor and environmental standards in agricultural trade negotiations. International food assistance. Mechanisms to address impact of exchange rate fluctuations on trade. Implementation of Byrd Amendment. Agricultural imports. Harmonization of environmental regulations. Bilateral and regional trade negotiations and agreements.

H.R. 2419, Farm Bill Extension Act of 2007, title III Trade; H.R. 2844, Food Security and Development Act of 2007, Title I Food Assistance

Client expense: $130,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Maritime Commission, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Maritime Administration (MARAD), Navy, Dept of, SENATE, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)

Cuba export control Section 211 S.1673/H.R. 2819: Promoting American Agricultural and Medical Exports to Cuba Act of 2007 Deficit Reduction Act S. 2499: Medicare, Medicaid, and SCHIP Extension Act of 2007 Repeal of Bacardi Provision to allow defense of legal trademark H.R. 217: Cuba Reconciliation Act H.R. 624: Free Trade With Cuba Act H.R. 2844: Food Security and Agricultural Development Act of 2007

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $50,000

Ownership cap Multicast must carry Program carriage Leased access Network Neutrality DTV Transition A la Carte Programming H.R. 3403: 911 Modernization and Public Safety Act of 2007 H.R. 3919: Broadband Census of America Act of 2007 H.R. 5353: Internet Freedom Preservation Act of 2008 H.R. 5470: To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require the carriage of all local television signals by satellite carriers in all local markets H.R. 5635: To suspend temporarily the duty on digital-to-analog converter boxes H. Res. 79: Recognizing the establishment of Hunters for the Hungry programs across the United States and the contributions of those programs efforts to decrease hunger and help feed those in need. VOIP 911 H.R. 2844/S. 2302: Food and Energy Security Act of 2007

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $90,000

General Maritime Issues DL 480 Issues Trade Issues S.2302/H.R.2419: Farm, Nutrition, and Bioenergy Act of 2007 H.R. 2844: Food Security and Agricultural Development Act of 2007

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $20,000

H.R. 2844: Food Security and Agricultural Development Act of 2007 H.R. 2419/S. 2302: Food and Energy Security Act of 2007

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $20,000

Agriculture/food-related provisions of: H.RES.336, expresses that the U.S. should adhere to moral principles relating to international trade pacts. H.RES.587, expresses that the House should not at this time consider fast-track negotiating authority. H.RES.926, recognizes the importance of food, product safety and U.S. trade policy. H.J.RES.55, to disapprove a final rule on importation of cattle and beef. H.R.137, to amend title 18, U.S. Code, to strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. H.R.169, to improve trade deficits between U.S. and other countries. H.R.294, to prohibit entry into bilateral or regional trade agreement for 2 years. H.R.321, to require Treasury to report on exchange rate policies of the PRC. H.R.624, to lift the trade embargo on Cuba. H.R.782, to amend title 7 of the 1930 Tariff Act. H.R.1026, to facilitate export of U.S. agricultural products to Cuba. H.R.1042, to extend trade promotion authority. H.R.1706, to assist U.S. exporters of certain fruits and vegetables. H.R.1830, to extend authorities of the Andean Trade Preference Act. H.R.2819, to facilitate export of U.S. agricultural products to Cuba. H.R.2844, to promote U.S. emergency and non-emergency food assistance programs. H.R.3182, to let the U.S. participate in energy development offshore from Cuba and other countries. H.R.3684, to enhance reciprocal market access for U.S. domestic producers in trade agreement negotiations. H.R.3688, to implement the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. H.R.4124, to direct withdrawal from the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. S.J.RES.20, to disapprove a rule relating to importation of cattle and beef. S.1106, to extend the additional duty on ethanol. S.1485, to impose tariff-rate quotas on certain casein and milk protein concentrates. S.1848, to amend the 1974 Trade Act to address the impact of globalization and other purposes. S.2113, to implement the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. Issues other than legislation: Trade (domestic/foreign) Agricultural trade issues for the World Trade Organization. Revisions to U.S. sanctions policy. Export licensing requirements for agricultural sales. Implementation of Trade Adjustment Assistance to agricultural producers. Impact of domestic agricultural policy on trade agreements. Inclusion of labor and environmental standards in agricultural trade negotiations. International food assistance. Mechanisms to address impact of exchange rate fluctuations on trade. Implementation of Byrd Amendment. Agricultural imports. Harmonization of environmental regulations. Bilateral and regional trade negotiations and agreements.

HR 2419, HR 2844 - Farm, Nutrition and Bioenergy Act - nutrition title

Client expense: $480,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE

H.R.1302 & S.2433 - Global Poverty Act '07; H.R. 2092 & S.1259 - Educ. for All Act '07; S.2279 - Int'l Violence Against Women Act '07; H.R. 2764 - For.Ops Approps '08, Titles I & III; S.2302 - Food & Energy Security Act '07, Title III; H.R. 2419 - Farm Nutrition & Bioenergy Act '07, Title III; S.2191 - America's Climate Security Act '07; H.R.2844 - Food Sec. and Ag. Dev. Act '07; H.R.1713 & S.1553 - Protect. Against Trans. of HIV for Women/ Youth act of '07; H.R. 1225 - Focus on Fam. Health Worldwide

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

H.R.1302 & S.2433 - Global Poverty Act '07; H.R. 2092 & S.1259 - Educ. for All Act '07; S.2279 - Int'l Violence Against Women Act '07; H.R. 2764 - For.Ops Approps '08, Titles I & III; S.2302 - Food & Energy Security Act '07, Title III; H.R. 2419 - Farm Nutrition & Bioenergy Act '07, Title III; S.2191 - America's Climate Security Act '07; H.R.2844 - Food Sec. and Ag. Dev. Act '07; H.R.1713 & S.1553 - Protect. Against Trans. of HIV for Women/ Youth act of '07; H.R. 1225 - Focus on Fam. Health Worldwide

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

H.R.1302 & S.2433 - Global Poverty Act '07; H.R. 2092 & S.1259 - Educ. for All Act '07; S.2279 - Int'l Violence Against Women Act '07; H.R. 2764 - For.Ops Approps '08, Titles I & III; S.2302 - Food & Energy Security Act '07, Title III; H.R. 2419 - Farm Nutrition & Bioenergy Act '07, Title III; S.2191 - America's Climate Security Act '07; H.R.2844 - Food Sec. and Ag. Dev. Act '07; H.R.1713 & S.1553 - Protect. Against Trans. of HIV for Women/ Youth act of '07; H.R. 1225 - Focus on Fam. Health Worldwide

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

H.R.1302 & S.2433 - Global Poverty Act '07; H.R. 2092 & S.1259 - Educ. for All Act '07; S.2279 - Int'l Violence Against Women Act '07; H.R. 2764 - For.Ops Approps '08, Titles I & III; S.2302 - Food & Energy Security Act '07, Title III; H.R. 2419 - Farm Nutrition & Bioenergy Act '07, Title III; S.2191 - America's Climate Security Act '07; H.R.2844 - Food Sec. and Ag. Dev. Act '07; H.R.1713 & S.1553 - Protect. Against Trans. of HIV for Women/ Youth act of '07; H.R. 1225 - Focus on Fam. Health Worldwide

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

H.R.1302 & S.2433 - Global Poverty Act '07; H.R. 2092 & S.1259 - Educ. for All Act '07; S.2279 - Int'l Violence Against Women Act '07; H.R. 2764 - For.Ops Approps '08, Titles I & III; S.2302 - Food & Energy Security Act '07, Title III; H.R. 2419 - Farm Nutrition & Bioenergy Act '07, Title III; S.2191 - America's Climate Security Act '07; H.R.2844 - Food Sec. and Ag. Dev. Act '07; H.R.1713 & S.1553 - Protect. Against Trans. of HIV for Women/ Youth act of '07; H.R. 1225 - Focus on Fam. Health Worldwide

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

H.R.1302 & S.2433 - Global Poverty Act '07; H.R. 2092 & S.1259 - Educ. for All Act '07; S.2279 - Int'l Violence Against Women Act '07; H.R. 2764 - For.Ops Approps '08, Titles I & III; S.2302 - Food & Energy Security Act '07, Title III; H.R. 2419 - Farm Nutrition & Bioenergy Act '07, Title III; S.2191 - America's Climate Security Act '07; H.R.2844 - Food Sec. and Ag. Dev. Act '07; H.R.1713 & S.1553 - Protect. Against Trans. of HIV for Women/ Youth act of '07; H.R. 1225 - Focus on Fam. Health Worldwide

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported

HR 2419, HR 2844 - Farm, Nutrition and Bioenergy Act (Nutrition Title)

Client expense: $1,240,000 · Firm income: Not reported

H.R. 2419, Farm Bill Extension Act of 2007, Title III Trade; H.R. 2844, Food Security and Development Act of 2007, Title I Food Assistance

Client expense: $170,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Maritime Commission, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Maritime Administration (MARAD), Navy, Dept of, SENATE, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)

HR 2419, HR 2844 - Farm, Nutrition and Bioenergy Act (Nutrition Title)

Client expense: $1,300,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Agriculture/food-related provisions of: H.RES.336, expresses that the U.S. should adhere to moral principles relating to international trade pacts. H.RES.587, to express that the House should not at this time consider fast-track negotiating authority. H.J.RES.55, to disapprove a final rule on importation of cattle and beef. H.R.137, to amend title 18, U.S. Code, to strengthen prohibitions against animal fighting. H.R.169, to improve trade deficits between U.S. and other countries. H.R.294, to prohibit entry into bilateral or regional trade agreement for 2 years. H.R.321, to require Treasury to report on exchange rate policies of the PRC. H.R.624, to lift the trade embargo on Cuba. H.R.782, to amend title 7 of the 1930 Tariff Act. H.R.1026, to facilitate export of U.S. agricultural products to Cuba. H.R.1042, to extend trade promotion authority. H.R.1706, to assist U.S. exporters of certain fruits and vegetables. H.R.1830, to extend authorities of the Andean Trade Preference Act. H.R.2819, to facilitate export of U.S. agricultural products to Cuba. H.R.2844, to promote U.S. emergency and non-emergency food assistance programs. H.R.3182, to let the U.S. participate in energy development offshore from Cuba and other countries. H.R.3684, to enhance reciprocal market access for U.S. domestic producers in trade agreement negotiations. H.R.3688, to implement the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. H.R.4124, to direct withdrawal from the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. S.J.RES.20, to disapprove a rule relating to importation of cattle and beef. S.1106, to extend the additional duty on ethanol. S.1485, to impose tariff-rate quotas on certain casein and milk protein concentrates. S.1848, to amend the 1974 Trade Act to address the impact of globalization and other purposes. S.2113, to implement the U.S.-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement. Issues other than legislation: Trade (domestic/foreign) Agricultural trade issues for the World Trade Organization. Revisions to U.S. sanctions policy. Export licensing requirements for agricultural sales. Implementation of Trade Adjustment Assistance to agricultural producers. Impact of domestic agricultural policy on trade agreements. Inclusion of labor and environmental standards in agricultural trade negotiations. International food assistance. Mechanisms to address impact of exchange rate fluctuations on trade. Implementation of Byrd Amendment. Agricultural imports. Harmonization of environmental regulations. Bilateral and regional trade negotiations and agreements.

H.R. 2419, Farm Bill Extension Act of 2007, Title III Trade; H.R. 2844, Food Security and Development Act of 2007, Title I Food Assistance

Client expense: $100,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Maritime Commission, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Maritime Administration (MARAD), Navy, Dept of, SENATE, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)

Defense Authorization, HR 1585; S 1547; Farm Programs Reauthorization, HR 3419; HR 2844; Lobbying Rules Change, H Res 6; H Res 363; S 1; Medicare Drug Program Revisions HR 4; S 3; Stem Cell Research Funding, HR 3 S 5; Student Loan Program Changes, HR 2669

Client expense: $43,500 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 2419 - Farm Bill H.R. 2844 - Food Security and Agricultural Development Act of 2007

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $252,941

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)

HR 2419; HR 2844--Farm Bill Reauthorization, Animal Welfare Act and Class B research animal dealers

Client expense: $180,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE