Preclearance Authorization Act of 2014
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2014 · first_quarter · Aviation/Airlines/Airports
H.R. 1455, S. 697 - Contract Screener Reform and Accountability Act H.R. 182, S. 1692 - Safe Skies Act of 2013 H.R. 2591 - To amend certain provisions of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 Pilot and Flight Crew Fatigue H.R. 3488 - To Establish Conditions Relating to Preclearance Facilities and Operations and Customs Services Outside the U.S. H.R. 3575 - Putting Security First in Preclearance Act Federal Aviation Administration Staffing Issues Foreign Pre-Clearance Facilities Norweigan Air Shuttle ICAO Joint Committee Meetings In-Flight Voice Communication NextGen Implementation Air Navigation Services American Airlines - U.S. Airways Merger Air Cargo Liberalization Foreign Ownership, Control and Carbotage Issues Flight Attendant Workplace Safety and Health Issues Federal Aviation Administration Standards for Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Employee Background Checks Helicopter Safety Airline Pensions Flight Duty Time Joint Venture Protections Open Skies China Application of Aviation Worker Protections Repair Station Safety, Security, Oversight Drug and Alcohol Testing for Repair Station Employees Lithium Battery Transportation Pilot Certification and Qualification Requirements Aviation Taxes and Fees Air Traffic Control Privatization Airline Bankruptcy Family and Medical Leave Act Coverage Transportation Security Administration Nominations
Client expense: $210,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Natl Mediation Board, Natl Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Railroad Retirement Board, SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2014 · fourth_quarter · Homeland Security
TSA Authorization Legislation; Airport Screening (Known Crewmembers); Federal Flight Deck Officer (FFDO); Risk-Based Security; Threatened Airspace Management; Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS); H.R. 3488/H.R. 3575 Customs and Border Protection; Pre-Clearance Facilities; H.R. 1775/S. 1495 - Saracini Aviation Safety Act.
Client expense: $240,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Defense, Dept of (DOD), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
2014 · fourth_quarter · Homeland Security
FY 15 DHS appropriations bill; general security issues; TSA authorization; CBP authorization; HR 3846 CBP Authorization Act; HR 3141 Biometric Exit Improvement Act; HR 4802 Airport Security Enhancement Act; HR 3488 Preclearance Authorization Act; HR 1204 - Aviation Security Advisory Committee Act; HR 2719 - Transporation Security Acquisition Reform Act; TSA proposed ASP amendment on exit lane staffing. CBP Preclearance issues; Automated Passport Control; Mobile Passport Control.
Client expense: $440,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Customs & Border Protection
2014 · fourth_quarter · Homeland Security
Monitor legislative and federal activity related to Homeland Security issues. Monitor legislative and federal activity related to Customs and Border Patrol issues. Monitor legislative and federal activity related to Transportation Security Administration issues. H.R. 1745, To direct the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to issue regulations regarding secondary cockpit barriers. H.R. 1775, Saracini Aviation Safety Act of 2013. H.R. 2946, Risk-Based Cockpit Security Act of 2013. H.R. 3488, To establish the conditions under which the Secretary of Homeland Security may establish preclearance facilities, conduct preclearance operations, and provide customs services outside the United States, and for other purposes. H.R. 3575, Putting Security First in Preclearance Act. H.R. 5462, To amend title 49, United States Code, to provide for limitations on the fees charged to passengers of air carriers (P.L. 113-294). S. 1495, Saracini Aviation Safety Act of 2013.
Client expense: $770,000 · Firm income: Not reported
2014 · fourth_quarter · Aviation/Airlines/Airports
HR 1455, S 697 - Contract Screener Reform and Accountability Act HR 182, S 1692 - Safe Skies Act of 2013 HR 2591 - To amend certain provisions of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 Pilot and Flight Crew Fatigue HR 3488 - To establish conditions relating to preclearance facilities and operations and customs services outside the US HR 3575 - Putting Security First in Preclearance Act HR 4156 - Transparent Airfares Act of 2014 Ebola Response and Prevention Issues Federal Aviation Administration Staffing Issues Foreign Pre-Clearance Facilities Norweigan Air Shuttle Norweigan Air International Commercial Flight Wireless Communication Services NextGen Implementation Air Navigation Services Air Cargo Liberalization Foreign Ownership, Control and Carbotage Issues Flight Attendant Workplace Safety and Health Issues Federal Aviation Administration Standards for Airport Rescue and Fire Fighting Helicopter Safety Airline Pensions Flight Duty Time Joint Venture Protections Open Skies China Repair Station Safety, Security, Oversight Drug and Alcohol Testing for Repair Station Employees Lithium Battery Transportation Pilot Certification and Qualification Requirements Aviation Taxes and Fees Air Traffic Control Privatization Airline Bankruptcy Family and Medical Leave Act Coverage Transportation Security Administration Nominations
Client expense: $220,000 · Firm income: Not reported
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| Alcee L. Hastings | Democratic | FL |
| André Carson | Democratic | IN |
| Ann Kirkpatrick | Democratic | AZ |
| Ann Wagner | Republican | MO |
| Betty McCollum | Democratic | MN |
| Bill Cassidy | Republican | LA |
| Bill Flores | Republican | TX |
| Bill Foster | Democratic | IL |
| Bill Huizenga | Republican | MI |
| Bill Johnson | Republican | OH |
| Bill Pascrell, Jr. | Democratic | NJ |
| Bill Posey | Republican | FL |
| Brian Higgins | Democratic | NY |
| Candice S. Miller | Republican | MI |
| Carolyn B. Maloney | Democratic | NY |
| Charles B. Rangel | Democratic | NY |
| Cheri Bustos | Democratic | IL |
| Chris Collins | Republican | NY |
| Chris Stewart | Republican | UT |
| Christopher P. Gibson | Republican | NY |
| Collin C. Peterson | Democratic | MN |
| Corrine Brown | Democratic | FL |
| Daniel Lipinski | Democratic | IL |
| Daniel Webster | Republican | FL |
| David B. McKinley | Republican | WV |
| David Loebsack | Democratic | IA |
| David P. Joyce | Republican | OH |
| Derek Kilmer | Democratic | WA |
| Dina Titus | Democratic | NV |
| Doc Hastings | Republican | WA |
| Don Young | Republican | AK |
| Donna F. Edwards | Democratic | MD |
| Earl Blumenauer | Democratic | OR |
| Eddie Bernice Johnson | Democratic | TX |
| Eleanor Holmes Norton | Democratic | DC |
| Elizabeth H. Esty | Democratic | CT |
| Eric Swalwell | Democratic | CA |
| Erik Paulsen | Republican | MN |
| Frank A. LoBiondo | Republican | NJ |
| Frank Pallone, Jr. | Democratic | NJ |
| Frederica S. Wilson | Democratic | FL |
| Gary C. Peters | Democratic | MI |
| Gene Green | Democratic | TX |
| George Miller | Democratic | CA |
| Gerald E. Connolly | Democratic | VA |
| Grace F. Napolitano | Democratic | CA |
| Grace Meng | Democratic | NY |
| Greg Walden | Republican | OR |
| Gregory W. Meeks | Democratic | NY |
| Hakeem S. Jeffries | Democratic | NY |
| Henry C. "Hank" Johnson, Jr. | Democratic | GA |
| Howard Coble | Republican | NC |
| Jackie Speier | Democratic | CA |
| James B. Renacci | Republican | OH |
| James P. McGovern | Democratic | MA |
| Janice Hahn | Democratic | CA |
| Jared Huffman | Democratic | CA |
| Jason Chaffetz | Republican | UT |
| Jerrold Nadler | Democratic | NY |
| Jim Costa | Democratic | CA |
| Jim Gerlach | Republican | PA |
| Jim Matheson | Democratic | UT |
| Joe Courtney | Democratic | CT |
| Joe Garcia | Democratic | FL |
| John B. Larson | Democratic | CT |
| John D. Dingell | Democratic | MI |
| John Garamendi | Democratic | CA |
| John Lewis | Democratic | GA |
| Joseph Crowley | Democratic | NY |
| Juan Vargas | Democratic | CA |
| Judy Chu | Democratic | CA |
| Julia Brownley | Democratic | CA |
| Keith J. Rothfus | Republican | PA |
| Ken Calvert | Republican | CA |
| Kenny Marchant | Republican | TX |
| Kerry L. Bentivolio | Republican | MI |
| Kevin Yoder | Republican | KS |
| Kyrsten Sinema | Independent | AZ |
| Larry Bucshon | Republican | IN |
| Leonard Lance | Republican | NJ |
| Linda T. Sánchez | Democratic | CA |
| Lloyd Doggett | Democratic | TX |
| Lou Barletta | Republican | PA |
| Louise McIntosh Slaughter | Democratic | NY |
| Lynn A. Westmoreland | Republican | GA |
| Lynn Jenkins | Republican | KS |
| Marc A. Veasey | Democratic | TX |
| Mario Diaz-Balart | Republican | FL |
| Mark Meadows | Republican | NC |
| Mark Pocan | Democratic | WI |
| Marsha Blackburn | Republican | TN |
| Matt Cartwright | Democratic | PA |
| Michael E. Capuano | Democratic | MA |
| Michael F. Doyle | Democratic | PA |
| Michael G. Fitzpatrick | Republican | PA |
| Michael G. Grimm | Republican | NY |
| Michael H. Michaud | Democratic | ME |
| Michael M. Honda | Democratic | CA |
| Michael R. Turner | Republican | OH |
| Mike Coffman | Republican | CO |
| Mike Pompeo | Republican | KS |
| Mike Rogers | Republican | AL |
| Mike Thompson | Democratic | CA |
| Nick J. Rahall II | Democratic | WV |
| Patrick J. Tiberi | Republican | OH |
| Patrick Murphy | Democratic | FL |
| Paul C. Broun | Republican | GA |
| Paul Cook | Republican | CA |
| Paul Tonko | Democratic | NY |
| Pete Olson | Republican | TX |
| Pete Sessions | Republican | TX |
| Peter A. DeFazio | Democratic | OR |
| Peter J. Roskam | Republican | IL |
| Peter T. King | Republican | NY |
| Raul Ruiz | Democratic | CA |
| Raúl M. Grijalva | Democratic | AZ |
| Richard Hudson | Republican | NC |
| Richard L. Hanna | Republican | NY |
| Rick Larsen | Democratic | WA |
| Rob Bishop | Republican | UT |
| Robert A. Brady | Democratic | PA |
| Robert Pittenger | Republican | NC |
| Rodney Davis | Republican | IL |
| Rodney P. Frelinghuysen | Republican | NJ |
| Rosa L. DeLauro | Democratic | CT |
| Rush Holt | Democratic | NJ |
| Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. | Democratic | GA |
| Sean Patrick Maloney | Democratic | NY |
| Steve Cohen | Democratic | TN |
| Steve Israel | Democratic | NY |
| Steve Scalise | Republican | LA |
| Steve Southerland II | Republican | FL |
| Steve Stivers | Republican | OH |
| Steven M. Palazzo | Republican | MS |
| Susan W. Brooks | Republican | IN |
| Suzan K. DelBene | Democratic | WA |
| Suzanne Bonamici | Democratic | OR |
| Ted Poe | Republican | TX |
| Thomas Massie | Republican | KY |
| Tim Griffin | Republican | AR |
| Tim Walberg | Republican | MI |
| Tom Cole | Republican | OK |
| Tom Graves | Republican | GA |
| Tony Cárdenas | Democratic | CA |
| Trey Radel | Republican | FL |
| Vicky Hartzler | Republican | MO |
| Walter B. Jones | Republican | NC |
| William L. Enyart | Democratic | IL |
| William R. Keating | Democratic | MA |
| Yvette D. Clarke | Democratic | NY |
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Government targets: AMTRAK - Natl Railroad Passenger Corporation, Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Railroad Administration, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Maritime Administration (MARAD), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Natl Mediation Board, Natl Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Railroad Retirement Board, SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2014 · fourth_quarter · Aviation/Airlines/Airports
HR 5462 Legislation to cap the passenger security fee at $11.20 per round trip. HR 3141 Biometric Exit Improvement Act of 2013. HR 4156 Transparent Airfares Act of 2014. HR 182/S 3263 Safe Skies Act of 2014. HR 1775/S1495 Saracini Aviation Safety Act of 2014. HR 3650 Silent Skies Act of 2013. S 2290 Real Transparency in Airfares Act 2014. Civil Aviation Security Issues, including expansion of the trusted traveler/risk-based screenin programs, airport exit lane staffin and secondary cockpit barriers.DOT Full Fare Advertising Rule. DOT Tarmac Delay Rule. DOT Passenger Protection Regulations I and II. Implementation of a National Airline Policy. International Air Service to Japan. FAA NextGen Initiative. HR 3488 Preclearance Authorization. FAA War Risk Insurance Program.
Client expense: $1,500,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection
2014 · third_quarter · Homeland Security
H.R. 3846, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Authorization Act H.R. 3488, the Preclearance Authorization Act of 2014 S. 1804 Aviation Security Stakeholder Participation Act of 2013 S. 1893 Transportation Security Acquisition Reform Act (CBP staffing at airports)
Client expense: $671,458 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection
2014 · third_quarter · Homeland Security
S 744 Border Security, Economic Oppertunity and Immigration Modernization Act, HR 3488 Preclearance Authorization Act of 2014, HR 3846 U.S. Customs and Border Protection Authorization Act
Client expense: $1,170,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
2014 · third_quarter · Homeland Security
FY 15 DHS appropriations bill; general security issues; TSA authorization; CBP authorization; HR 3846 CBP Authorization Act; HR 3141 Biometric Exit Improvement Act; HR 4802 Airport Security Enhancement Act; HR 3488 Preclearance Authorization Act; HR 1204 - Aviation Security Advisory Committee Act; HR 2719 - Transporation Security Acquisition Reform Act; TSA proposed ASP amendment on exit lane staffing. CBP Preclearance issues;
Client expense: $430,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Customs & Border Protection
2014 · third_quarter · Aviation/Airlines/Airports
H.R. 5462. Legislation to cap the passenger security fee at $11.20 per round trip. S.744. Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act. H.R. 3846. U.S. Customs and Border Protection Authorization Act. H.R. 4156. Transparent Airfares Act of 2014. H.R.182/S.3263. Safe Skies Act of 2014. H.R.1775/S.1495. Saracini Aviation Safety Act of 2014. H.R. 3650. Silent Skies Act of 2013. H.R. 4903/S.2534. FY 2015 Homeland Security Appropriations Act. H.R. 4745/S.2438. FY 2015 THUDAppropriations Act. H.R. 3488. Preclearance Authorization Act of 2014. H.R. 3141. Biometric Exit Improvement Act of 2013. Aircraft Noise and Emissions. Civil Aviation Security Issues, including expansion of trusted traveler/risk-based screening programs, airport exit lane staffing and secondary cockpit barriers. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Issues, including CBP staffing levels at airports, preclearance issues and proposed CBP user fee increase. DOT Full Fare Advertising Rule. DOT Tarmac Delay Rule. DOT Passenger Protection Rule III. FAA War Risk Insurance Program. FAA NextGen Initiative. Implementation of DOT Passenger Protection Regulations I and II. Implementation of a National Airline Policy. International Air Service Rights Issues (U.S. Government Bilateral Negotiations). Implementation of Biometric Entry & Exit Systems.
Client expense: $380,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
2014 · third_quarter · Homeland Security
H.R. 4903 FY 2015 Homeland Security Appropriations Act S. 2534 FY 2015 Senate Homeland Scurity Appropriations Bill H.R. 3488 Preclearance Authorization Act of 2014 H.R. 3846 U.S. Customs and Border Protection Authorization Act H.R. 5462 Legislation to cap the passenger security fee at $11.20 per round trip OTHER REGULATORY MATTERS: -Transportation Security Administration (TSA) PreCheck, Known Crewmember, Global Entry and Known Shipper Programs -Customs and Border Protection Issues, including CBP staffing levels at airports, preclearance issues and proposed CBP user fee increase -Civil Aviation Security Issues, including expansion of trusted traveler/risk-based screening programs, airport exit lane staffing and secondary cockpit barriers -Passenger Processing and User Fee Issues (domestic and international) -FY 2014 and FY 2015 DOT/FAA and DHS Budget proposals, including proposals to increase the TSA passenger security fee, customs user fee, and immigration user fee -Impact of federal budget sequester on CBP, TSA & FAA -TSA Aviation Security Taxes and Fees
Client expense: $846,287 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection
2014 · third_quarter · Homeland Security
Monitor legislative and federal activity related to Homeland Security issues. Monitor legislative and federal activity related to Customs and Border Patrol issues. Monitor legislative and federal activity related to Transportation Security Administration issues.H.R. 1745, To direct the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to issue regulations regarding secondary cockpit barriers. H.R. 1775, Saracini Aviation Safety Act of 2013. H.R. 2946, Risk-Based Cockpit Security Act of 2013. H.R. 3488, To establish the conditions under which the Secretary of Homeland Security may establish preclearance facilities, conduct preclearance operations, and provide customs services outside the United States, and for other purposes. H.R. 3575, Putting Security First in Preclearance Act. H.R. 5462, To amend title 49, United States Code, to provide for limitations on the fees charged to passengers of air carriers. S. 1495, Saracini Aviation Safety Act of 2013.
Client expense: $730,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · third_quarter · Homeland Security
H.R.3488 - Preclearance Authorization Act of 2014 H.R.5462 - To amend Title 49 U.S.C. to provide for limitations on the fees charged to passengers of air carriers. CBP inspector staffing at airports.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $60,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · third_quarter · Aviation/Airlines/Airports
Transportation Security Administration fee increase; Dept. of Homeland Security pre-clearance bill (H.R. 3488) Passenger screening bill (S. 2671); Small Airport Regulation Relief Act (H.R. 5295, S. 2848) Airfare transparency (H.R. 4156, S. 2290); travel promotion bill (H.R. 4450, S. 2250); employee pension bill (S. 2614, H.R. 2591) Transportation Security Acquisition Reform Act (S. 1893); Aviation Security Stakeholder Participation Act (S. 1804)Aircraft management and ticket taxes (S. 2775, H.R. 5382) Aircraft tracking (H.R. 5312) Data recorder requirements (H.R. 5334) TSA acceptable ID bill (H.R. 5440) Nominations to WMATA and National Transportation Safety Board
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $30,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · third_quarter · Aviation/Airlines/Airports
H.R. 5462, Legislation to cap the passenger security fee at $11.20 per round trip; S.744, Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act; H.R. 3488, Preclearance Authorization Act of 2014; H.R.3846, U.S. Customs and Border Protection Authorization Act; H.R. 3141, Biometric Exit Improvement Act of 2013; H.R. 4156, Transparent Airfares Act of 2014; H.R. 182/S. 3263, Safe Skies Act of 2014; H.R. 1775/S. 1495, Saracini Aviation Safety Act of 2014;Continued from page 2 H.R. 3650, Silent Skies Act of 2013; S. 2260, The Expiring Provisions Improvement Reform and Efficiency (EXPIRE) Act; H.R. 4903/S. 2534, FY 2015 Homeland Security Appropriations Act; H.R. 4745/S. 2438, FY 2015 THUD Appropriations Act; H.R. 4438, American Research and Competitiveness Act of 2014; and H.R. 4718, A bill that would make permanent the election to accelerate AMT credits in lieu of bonus depreciation. Regulatory and Other Matters -- In addition to the contacts associated with the legislation described above: Aircraft noise and emissions issues, and ground facility environmental issues Alternative aviation fuels development and use Cabin safety issues Civil aviation security issues, including passenger and cargo security issues, expansion of trusted traveler/risk-based screening programs, airport passenger exit lane staffing and secondary aircraft cockpit barriers Customs and Border Protection ("CBP") issues, including CBP staffing levels at airports, foreign-airport passenger preclearance, proposed CBP user fee increases, and biometric passenger entry and exit systems Department of Transportation ("DOT") Full-Fare Advertising Rule DOT Tarmac Delay Rule DOT Passenger Protection Rule III Federal Aviation Administration ("FAA") rules and policies, including Air-Crew Training Rule and FAA Pilot Qualification Rule FAA War-Risk Insurance Program FAA NextGen Initiative FY 2015 DOT/FAA and Department of Homeland Security budget proposals, including proposals to increase the customs use and immigration user fees Implementation of a National Airline Policy Implementation of Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013 (H.J. Res. 59) International air service rights issues (U.S. Government air-transport agreement negotiations) Promotion of international air travel to the United States National Transportation Safety Board Investigation Procedures Rule Railway Labor Act issues Transportation Security Administration aviation security taxes and fees Various federal income and excise tax matters
Client expense: $2,030,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Natl Mediation Board, Natl Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Occupational Safety & Health Review Commission, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
2014 · third_quarter · Aviation/Airlines/Airports
H.R. 5462, Legislation to cap the passenger security fee at $11.20 per round trip; S. 744, Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act; H.R. 3488, Preclearance Authorization Act of 2014;H.R. 3846, U.S. Customs and Border Protection Authorization Act; H.R. 3141, Biometric Exit Improvement Act of 2013; H.R. 4156, Transparent Airfares Act of 2014; H.R. 182/S. 3263, Safe Skies Act of 2014; H.R. 1775/S. 1495, Saracini Aviation Safety Act of 2014; H.R. 3650, Silent Skies Act of 2013; S. 2260,The Expiring Provisions Improvement Reform and Efficiency (EXPIRE) Act; H.R. 4903/S. 2534, FY 2015 Homeland Security Appropriations Act; H.R. 4745/S. 2438, FY 2015 THUD Appropriations Act; H.R. 4438, American Research and Competitiveness Act of 2014; and H.R. 4718, A bill that would make permanent the election to accelerate AMT credits in lieu of bonus depreciation. Regulatory and Other Matters -- In addition to contacts associated with the legislation described above: Aircraft noise and emissions issues, and ground facility issues Alternative aviation fuels development and use Cabin safety issues Civil aviation security issues, including passenger and cargo security issues, expansion of trusted traveler/risk-based screening programs, airport passenger exit lane staffing and secondary aircraft cockpit barriers Customs and Border Protection ("CBP") issues, including CBP staffing levels at airports, foreign-airport passenger preclearance issues, proposed CBP user fee increase, and biometric passenger entry and exit systems Department of Transportation ("DOT") Full-Fare Advertising Rule DOT Tarmac Delay Rule DOT Passenger Protection Rule III Federal Aviation Administration ("FAA") rules, including Air-Crew Training Rule and FAA Pilot Qualifications Rule FAA War Risk Insurance Program FAA NextGen Initiative FY 2015 DOT/FAA and DHS budget proposals, including proposals to increase the customs use and immigration user fees Implementation of a National Airline PolicyImplementation of Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013 (H.J. Res. 59) Implementation of DOT Passenger Protection Rules I and II International air service rights issues (U.S. Government bilateral civil aviation negotiations) Promotion of international air travel and tourism to the United States National Transportation Safety Board Investigation Procedures Rule Railway Labor Act issues, interpretation and implementation Transportation Security Administration aviation security taxes and fees Various federal income and excise tax matters
Client expense: $2,030,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Natl Mediation Board, Natl Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
2014 · third_quarter · Homeland Security
TSA Authorization Legislation; Airport Screening (Known Crewmembers); Federal Flight Deck Officer (FFDO); Risk-Based Security; Threatened Airspace Management; Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS); H.R. 3488/H.R. 3575 Customs and Border Protection; Pre-Clearance Facilities; H.R. 1775/S. 1495 - Saracini Aviation Safety Act.
Client expense: $490,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Defense, Dept of (DOD), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
2014 · second_quarter · Homeland Security
FY 2015 Homeland Security Appropriations Act (H.R. 4903/S. 2534); U.S. Customs and Border Protection Authorization Act (H.R. 3846); Preclearance Authorization Act of 2014 (H.R. 3488); commercial aviation taxes and fees; civil aviation security; customs, immigration and passenger facilitation issues.
Client expense: $220,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
2014 · second_quarter · Aviation/Airlines/Airports
FY 2015 THUD Appropriations Act (H.R. 4745/S. 2438); FY 2015 Homeland Security Appropriations Act (H.R. 4903/S. 2534); Transparent Airfares Act of 2014 (H.R. 4156); Silent Skies Act of 2013 (H.R. 3650); Commercial Flight Courtesy Act (S. 1811); U.S. Customs and Border Protection Authorization Act (H.R. 3846); Preclearance Authorization Act of 2014 (H.R. 3488) (see addendum for more issues).air traffic control operations and modernization; aircraft operations, maintenance and safety issues; airport access and infrastructure; aviation fuels and fuel hedging; commercial aviation taxes and fees; customer service issues; civil aviation security; customs, immigration and passenger facilitation issues; war risk insurance.
Client expense: $220,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
2014 · second_quarter · Homeland Security
Monitor legislative and federal activity related to Homeland Security issues. Monitor legislative and federal activity related to Customs and Border Patrol issues. Monitor legislative and federal activity related to War Risk Insurance. Monitor legislative and federal activity related to Transportation Security Administration issues.H.R. 1417, Border Security Results Act of 2013. H.R. 3141, Biometric Exit Improvement Act of 2013. H.R. 3488, To establish the conditions under which the Secretary of Homeland Security may establish preclearance facilities, conduct preclearance operations, and provide customs services outside the United States, and for other purposes. H.R. 3575, Putting Security First in Preclearance Act. S. 744, Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act.
Client expense: $620,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · second_quarter · Homeland Security
H.R. 4903 FY 2015 Homeland Security Appropriations Act S. 2534 FY 2015 Senate Homeland Scurity Appropriations Bill H.R. 3488 Preclearance Authorization Act of 2014 H.R. 3846 U.S. Customs and Border Protection Authorization ActOTHER REGULATORY MATTERS: Transportation Security Administration (TSA) PreCheck, Known Crewmember, Global Entry and Known Shipper Programs Customs and Border Protection Issues, including proposed preclearance facility in Abu Dhabi and elsewhere, UAE, future pre-clearance facilities, third-party reimbursement agreements, CBP staffing levels at airports, and proposed CBP user fee increase Civil Aviation Security Issues, including proposed modifications of TSA prohibited items list, self-defense training for flight attendants, secondary cockpit barriers Passenger Processing and User Fee Issues (domestic and international) FY 2014 and FY 2015 DOT/FAA and DHS Budget proposals, including proposals to increase the TSA passenger security fee, customs user fee, and immigration user fee Impact of federal budget sequester on CBP, TSA & FAA TSA Aviation Security Taxes and Fees
Client expense: $706,724 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection
2014 · second_quarter · Homeland Security
TSA Authorization Legislation; Airport Screening (Known Crewmembers); Federal Flight Deck Officer (FFDO); Risk-Based Security; Threatened Airspace Management; Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS); H.R. 3488/H.R. 3575 Customs and Border Protection; Pre-Clearance Facilities; H.R. 1775/S. 1495 - Saracini Aviation Safety Act
Client expense: $460,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Defense, Dept of (DOD), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
2014 · first_quarter · Aviation/Airlines/Airports
H.R. 3488. A bill to establish the conditions under which the Secretary of Homeland Security may establish preclearance facilities, conduct preclearance operations, and provide customs services outside the U.S. H.R. 4156. Transparent Airfares Act of 2014. H.R. 1775/S. 1495. Saracini Aviation Safety Act of 2014. H.R. 3650. Silent Skies Act of 2013. Civil Aviation Security Issues, including airport exit lane staffing and secondary cockpit barriers. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Issues, including proposedpreclearance facility in Abu Dhabi, UAE, CBP staffing levels at airports, and proposed CBP user fee increase. DOT Data Modernization Rule. DOT Full Fare Advertising Rule. FAA War Risk Insurance Program. FAA NextGen Initiative. Implementation of a National Airline Policy. International Air Service Rights Issues (U.S. Government Bilateral Negotiations).
Client expense: $850,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
2014 · second_quarter · Homeland Security
H.R. 3846, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Authorization Act H.R. 3488, the Preclearance Authorization Act of 2014 CBP staffing at airports Exit Lane staffing at airports
Client expense: $656,658 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection
2014 · second_quarter · Homeland Security
HR 3488 Preclearance Authorization Act of 2014, A bill to establish the conditions under which the Secretary of Homeland Security may establish preclearance facilities, conduct preclearance operations, and provide customs services outside the US.
Client expense: $1,320,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
2014 · second_quarter · Aviation/Airlines/Airports
S. 744, Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act H.R. 3488, Preclearance Authorization Act of 2014(Continued from page 2) H.R. 3846, U.S. Customs and Border Protection Authorization Act H.R. 3141, Biometric Exit Improvement Act of 2013 H.R. 4156, Transparent Airfares Act of 2014 H.R. 182/S. 3263, Safe Skies Act of 2014 H.R. 1775/S. 1495, Saracini Aviation Safety Act of 2014 H.R. 4295, Protecting Airline Passengers from Sexual Assaults Act of 2014 H.R. 4404, Sexual Assault Reporting Act (SARA) Act of 2014 H.R. 3650, Silent Skies Act of 2013 H.R. 3696, National Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2013 H.R. 4903/S. 2534, FY 2015 Homeland Security Appropriations Act H.R. 4745/S. 2438, FY 2015 THUD Appropriations Act H. Con. Res. 96, FY 2015 Budget Resolution H.R. 4718, A bill that would make permanent the election to accelerate AMT credits in lieu of bonus depreciation S. 2260, The Expiring Provisions Improvement Reform and Efficiency (EXPIRE) Act H.R. 4438, American Research and Competitiveness Act of 2014 Regulatory and Other Matters In addition to contacts associated with the legislation identified above: Air Cargo Security Issues Aircraft Noise and Emissions Issues Alternative Aviation Fuels Civil Aviation Security Issues, including expansion of trusted traveler/risk-based screening programs, airport exit lane staffing and secondary cockpit barriers Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Issues, including CBP staffing levels at airports, preclearance issues and proposed CBP user fee increase(Continued from page 4) Department of Transportation (DOT) Data Modernization Rule DOT Full Fare Advertising Rule DOT Tarmac Delay Rule Proposed DOT Passenger Protection Rule III Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Crew Training Rule FAA Pilot Qualifications Rule FAA War Risk Insurance Program FAA NextGen Initiative FY 2015 DOT/FAA and Department of Homeland Security Budget Proposals, Including Proposals to Increase the Customs Use and Immigration User Fees Implementation of Biometric Entry and Exit Systems at U.S. International Airports of Entry and Departure Implementation of Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013 (H.J. Res. 59) Implementation of DOT Passenger Protection Regulations I and II Implementation of a National Airline Policy International Air Service Rights Issues (U.S. Government Bilateral and Multilateral Negotiations Affecting Airlines) International Competitiveness of the U.S. Airline Industry Transportation Security Administration Aviation Security Taxes and Fees, Including Changes to the 9/11 Passenger Security Fee Various Federal Income and Excise Tax Matters
Client expense: $1,290,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Natl Mediation Board, Natl Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
2014 · second_quarter · Homeland Security
FY 15 DHS appropriations bill; general security issues; TSA authorization; CBP authorization; HR 3846 CBP Authorization Act; HR 3141 Biometric Exit Improvement Act; HR 4802 Airport Security Enhancement Act; HR 3488 Preclearance Authorization Act; HR 1204 - Aviation Security Advisory Committee Act; HR 2719 - Transporation Security Acquisition Reform Act; TSA proposed ASP amendment on exit lane staffing. CBP Preclearance issues;
Client expense: $421,135 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Customs & Border Protection
2014 · second_quarter · Aviation/Airlines/Airports
Department of Homeland Security pre-clearance bill (H.R. 3488); advertising of airline fares (H.R. 4156, S. 2290) War risk insurance; ancillary fees; Dept. of Transportation highway bill (S. 2332) as it relates to aviation Transportation Security Administration fee increase; Aviation Security Stakeholder Participation Act (S. 1804) Transportation Security Acquisition Reform Act (S. 1893); Dept. of Transportation nominations
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $30,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · second_quarter · Homeland Security
Aviation, immigration, and homeland security issues; Customs and Border Protection staffing; CBP preclearance operations, H.R.3488; Trusted Traveler Programs, Global Entry, NEXUS; FY15 DHS Appropriations, H.R. 4903, S. 2534; CBP reimbursable agreements; Beyond the Border Initiative
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $40,000
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Security Council (NSC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), U.S. Customs & Border Protection
2014 · second_quarter · Government Issues
Aviation, immigration, and homeland security issues; Customs and Border Protection staffing; CBP preclearance operations, H.R.3488; Trusted Traveler Programs, Global Entry, NEXUS; FY15 DHS Appropriations, H.R. 4903, S. 2534; CBP reimbursable agreements; Beyond the Border Initiative
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $40,000
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Security Council (NSC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), U.S. Customs & Border Protection
2014 · second_quarter · Aviation/Airlines/Airports
Aviation, immigration, and homeland security issues; Customs and Border Protection staffing; CBP preclearance operations, H.R.3488; Trusted Traveler Programs, Global Entry, NEXUS; FY15 DHS Appropriations, H.R. 4903, S. 2534; CBP reimbursable agreements; Beyond the Border Initiative
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $40,000
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Security Council (NSC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), U.S. Customs & Border Protection
2014 · second_quarter · Immigration
Aviation, immigration, and homeland security issues; Customs and Border Protection staffing; CBP preclearance operations, H.R.3488; Trusted Traveler Programs, Global Entry, NEXUS; FY15 DHS Appropriations, H.R. 4903, S. 2534; CBP reimbursable agreements; Beyond the Border Initiative
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $40,000
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Security Council (NSC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), U.S. Customs & Border Protection
2014 · first_quarter · Small Business
Capital Market Enhancements H.R. 3623: Improving Access to Capital for Emerging Growth Companies ActSarbanes Oxley Section 404 (b) Mandatory Audit Firm Rotation H.R. 1564/S. 1526: The Audit Integrity and Job Protection Act Capital Formation Investment Incentives Reform of Passive Loss Rules Reform of Net Operating Loss Rules Reform of Capital Gains Rules S. 1658: The Start-up Jobs and Innovation Act Reform of SEC Regulation D Implementation of Jumpstart Our Business Start-ups (JOBS) Act Legislative Amendments to SEC Rule 12b-2 Filing Status Definitions H.R. 2629: The Fostering Innovation Act XBRL Exemption for Small Public Companies H.R. 4164: Small Company Disclosure Simplification Act Stock Exchange Tick Size H.R. 3488: The Small Cap Liquidity Reform Act
Client expense: $1,990,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Institutes of Health (NIH), Natl Security Council (NSC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
2014 · first_quarter · Homeland Security
H.R. 2217 Homeland Security Appropriations Act of 2014 S. 1372 Senate Homeland Scurity Appropriations Bill H.R. 3488 A bill to establish the conditions under which the Secretary of Homeland Security may establish preclearance facilities, conduct preclearance operations, and provide customs services outside the U.S.TBD - FY 2015 Homeland Security Appropriations Act OTHER REGULATORY MATTERS: Transportation Security Administration (TSA) PreCheck, Known Crewmember, Global Entry and Known Shipper Programs Customs and Border Protection Issues, including proposed preclearance facility in Abu Dhabi and elsewhere, UAE, future pre-clearance facilities, third-party reimbursement agreements, CBP staffing levels at airports, and proposed CBP user fee increase Civil Aviation Security Issues, including proposed modifications of TSA prohibited items list, self-defense training for flight attendants, secondary cockpit barriers Passenger Processing and User Fee Issues (domestic and international) FY 2014 and FY 2015 DOT/FAA and DHS Budget proposals, including proposals to increase the TSA passenger security fee, customs user fee, and immigration user fee TSA Prohibited Items List modifications Impact of federal budget sequester on CBP, TSA & FAA TSA Aviation Security Taxes and Fees
Client expense: $657,678 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection
2014 · first_quarter · Aviation/Airlines/Airports
H.R. 3488. A bill to establish the conditions under which the Secretary of Homeland Security may establish preclearance facilities, conduct preclearance operations, and provide customs services outside the U.S. H.R. 4156. Transparent Airfares Act of 2014. H.R. 1775/S. 1495. Saracini Aviation Safety Act of 2014. H.R. 3650. Silent Skies Act of 2013. Civil Aviation Security Issues, including airport exit lane staffing and secondary cockpit barriers. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Issues, including proposedpreclearance facility in Abu Dhabi, UAE, CBP staffing levels at airports, and proposed CBP user fee increase. DOT Data Modernization Rule. DOT Full Fare Advertising Rule. FAA War Risk Insurance Program. FAA NextGen Initiative. Implementation of a National Airline Policy. International Air Service Rights Issues (U.S. Government Bilateral Negotiations).
Client expense: $820,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
2014 · first_quarter · Homeland Security
Monitor federal and legislative activity related to Homeland Security issues. Monitor legislative and federal activity related to Customs and Border Patrol Issues. Monitor legislative and federal activity related to War Risk Insurance. H.R. 2278, SAFE Act.H.R. 3488, To establish the conditions under which the Secretary of Homeland Security may establish preclearance facilities, conduct preclearance operations, and provide customs services outside the United States, and for other purposes. H.R. 3575, Putting Security First in Preclearance Act.
Client expense: $620,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · first_quarter · Homeland Security
H.R. 3488 - A bill to establish the conditions under which the Secretary of Homeland Security may establish preclearance facilities, conduct preclearance operations, and provide customs services outside the U.S.
Client expense: $1,500,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
2014 · first_quarter · Homeland Security
TSA Authorization Legislation; Airport Screening (Known Crewmembers); Federal Flight Deck Officer (FFDO); Risk-Based Security; Threatened Airspace Management; Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS); H.R. 3488/H.R. 3575 Customs and Border Protection; Pre-Clearance Facilities; H.R. 1775/S. 1495 - Saracini Aviation Safety Act.
Client expense: $490,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Defense, Dept of (DOD), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
2014 · first_quarter · Aviation/Airlines/Airports
National aviation policy development; Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization; carrier operations, including tarmac rules Aviation safety, including pilot screening (H.R. 3578); Department of Transportation budget, as it relates to aviation Department of Homeland Security pre-clearance bill (H.R. 3488); Transparent Airfares Act (H.R. 4156) Consolidated Appropriations bill (H.R. 3547), as it relates to war risk insurance
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $30,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · first_quarter · Aviation/Airlines/Airports
S. 744, Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act; H.R. 3488, A bill to establish the conditions under which the Secretary of Homeland Security may establish preclearance facilities, conduct preclearance operations, and provide customs services outside the U.S.;H.R. 3141, Biometric Exit Improvement Act of 2013; H.R. 4156, Transparent Airfares Act of 2014; H.R. 182/S. 3263, Safe Skies Act of 2014; H.R. 1775/S. 1495, Saracini Aviation Safety Act of 2014; H.R. 4295, Protecting Airline Passengers from Sexual Assaults Act of 2014; H.R. 4404, Sexual Assault Reporting Act (SARA) Act of 2014; H.R. 3650, Silent Skies Act of 2013; H.R. 3696, National Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2013; TBD,FY 2015 Homeland Security Appropriations Act; TBD, FY 2015 THUD Appropriations Act; H. Con. Res. 96, FY 2015 Budget Resolution; H.R. 3547, FY 2014 Omnibus Appropriations Act. Regulatory and Other Matters In addition to contacts associated with the legislation described above: Air Cargo Issues (domestic and international) Aircraft Noise and Emissions Issues Alternative Aviation Fuels Civil Aviation Security Issues, including airport exit lane staffing, self-defense training for flight attendants and secondary cockpit barriers Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Issues, including proposed preclearance facility in Abu Dhabi, UAE; CBP staffing levels at airports; and proposed CBP user fee increase Department of Transportation (DOT) Data Modernization Rule DOT Full Fare Advertising Rule DOT Tarmac Delay Rule DOT Passenger Protection Rule III Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Crew Training Rule FAA/Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) final policy for improving workplace safety for aircraft cabin crew members FAA Pilot Qualifications Rule FAA War Risk Insurance Program FAA NextGen Initiative FY 2015 DOT/FAA and Department of Homeland Security budget proposals, including proposals to increase the customs user fee and immigration user fees, and impose a new departure tax Implementation of Biometric Entry & Exit Systems in Immigration LegislationImplementation of DOT Passenger Protection Regulations I and II Implementation of a National Airline Policy Implementation of the transportation of hazardous goods requirements International Air Service Rights Issues (U.S. Government Bilateral Negotiations) TSA Aviation Security Taxes and Fees Various Federal Income and Excise Tax Matters
Client expense: $1,190,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Mediation Board, Natl Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
2013 · fourth_quarter · Homeland Security
TSA Authorization Legislation; Airport Screening (Known Crewmember); Federal Flight Deck Officer (FFDO); Risk-Based Security; Threatened Airspace Management; Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS); H.R. 3488/H.R. 3575 Customs and Border Protection, Pre-Clearance Facilities; H.R. 1775 - Saracini Aviation Safety Act.
Client expense: $400,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Defense, Dept of (DOD), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
2013 · fourth_quarter · Small Business
Sarbanes Oxley Section 404 (b) Mandatory Audit Firm Rotation H.R. 1564/S. 1526: The Audit Integrity and Job Protection ActCapital Formation Investment Incentives Reform of Passive Loss Rules Reform of Net Operating Loss Rules Reform of Capital Gains Rules S. 1658: The Start-up Jobs and Innovation Act Reform of SEC Regulation D Implementation of Jumpstart Our Business Start-ups (JOBS) Act Expansion of Exemption under SEC Regulation A H.R. 701: To amend a provision of the Securities Act of 1933 directing the Securities and Exchange Commission to add a particular class of securities to those exempted under such Act to provide a deadline for such action Legislative Amendments to SEC Rule 12b-2 Filing Status Definitions H.R. 2629: The Fostering Innovation Act XBRL Exemption for Small Public Companies Small Company Disclosure Simplification Act (Reps. Hurt and Sewell Discussion Draft) Stock Exchange Tick Size H.R. 1952: The Spread Pricing Liquidity Act H.R. 3488: The Small Cap Liquidity Reform Act
Client expense: $2,010,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Natl Institutes of Health (NIH), Natl Security Council (NSC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
2013 · fourth_quarter · Homeland Security
TSA Authorization Legislation; Airport Screening (Known Crewmember); Federal Flight Deck Officer (FFDO); Risk-Based Security; Threatened Airspace Management; Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS); H.R. 3488/H.R. 3575 Customs and Border Protection, Pre-Clearance Facilities; H.R. 1775 - Saracini Aviation Safety Act.
Client expense: $400,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Defense, Dept of (DOD), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
2013 · fourth_quarter · Small Business
Sarbanes Oxley Section 404 (b) Mandatory Audit Firm Rotation H.R. 1564/S. 1526: The Audit Integrity and Job Protection ActCapital Formation Investment Incentives Reform of Passive Loss Rules Reform of Net Operating Loss Rules Reform of Capital Gains Rules S. 1658: The Start-up Jobs and Innovation Act Reform of SEC Regulation D Implementation of Jumpstart Our Business Start-ups (JOBS) Act Expansion of Exemption under SEC Regulation A H.R. 701: To amend a provision of the Securities Act of 1933 directing the Securities and Exchange Commission to add a particular class of securities to those exempted under such Act to provide a deadline for such action Legislative Amendments to SEC Rule 12b-2 Filing Status Definitions H.R. 2629: The Fostering Innovation Act XBRL Exemption for Small Public Companies Small Company Disclosure Simplification Act (Reps. Hurt and Sewell Discussion Draft) Stock Exchange Tick Size H.R. 1952: The Spread Pricing Liquidity Act H.R. 3488: The Small Cap Liquidity Reform Act
Client expense: $2,010,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Natl Institutes of Health (NIH), Natl Security Council (NSC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
2013 · fourth_quarter · Homeland Security
Monitor federal and legislative activity related to Homeland Security issues. Monitor legislative and federal activity related to Customs and Border Patrol Issues. Monitor legislative and federal activity related to War Risk Insurance. H.R. 1417, Border Security Results Act of 2013.H.R. 2278, SAFE Act. H.R. 3141, Biometric Exit Improvement Act of 2013. H.R. 3488, To establish the conditions under which the Secretary of Homeland Security may establish preclearance facilities, conduct preclearance operations, and provide customs services outside the United States, and for other purposes. H.R. 3575, Putting Security First in Preclearance Act. S. 744, Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act.
Client expense: $940,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2013 · fourth_quarter · Homeland Security
H.R. 2217 Homeland Security Appropriations Act of 2014 S. 1372 Senate Homeland Scurity Appropriations Bill H.R. 3488 A bill to establish the conditions under which the Secretary of Homeland Security may establish preclearance facilities, conduct preclearance operations, and provide customs services outside the U.S.H.J. Res. 59 - Continuing Appropriationes Resolution, 2014 OTHER REGULATORY MATTERS: Transportation Security Administration (TSA) PreCheck, Known Crewmember, Global Entry and Known Shipper Programs Customs and Border Protection Issues, including proposed preclearance facility in Abu Dhabi, UAE, third-party reimbursement agreements, CBP staffing levels at airports, and proposed CBP user fee increase Civil Aviation Security Issues, including proposed modifications of TSA prohibited items list, self-defense training for flight attendants, secondary cockpit barriers Passenger Processing and User Fee Issues (domestic and international) FY 2014 DOT/FAA and DHS Budget proposals, including proposals to increase the TSA passenger security fee, customs user fee, and immigration user fee TSA Prohibited Items List modifications Impact of federal budget sequester on CBP, TSA & FAA TSA Aviation Security Taxes and Fees
Client expense: $978,984 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection
2013 · fourth_quarter · Homeland Security
H.R. 2217/S. 1372, Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY14; H.J. Res. 59, Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013; H.R. 2775, Continuing Appropriations Act, FY14; H.R. 3488, CBP Preclearance airport facilities; H.R. 1775, Saracini Aviation Safety Act; commercial aviation taxes and fees; civil aviation security; customs, immigration and passenger facilitation issues.
Client expense: $460,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection
2013 · fourth_quarter · Aviation/Airlines/Airports
H.R. 2610/S. 1372, Transportation Appropriation Act, FY14; H.R. 2217/S. 1372, Homeland Security Appropriations Act, FY14; H.J. Res. 59, Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013; H.R. 2775, Continuing Appropriations Act, FY14; H.R. 3488, CBP Preclearance airport facilities; H.R. 1775, Saracini Aviation Safety Act (see addendum for more)air traffic control operations and modernization; aircraft operations, maintenance and safety issues; airport access and infrastructure; aviation fuels and fuel hedging; commercial aviation taxes and fees; customer service issues; civil aviation security; customs, immigration and passenger facilitation issues; war risk insurance.
Client expense: $460,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection
2013 · fourth_quarter · Aviation/Airlines/Airports
S.744. Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act. H.R.3488. A bill to establish the conditions under which the Secretary of Homeland Security may establish preclearance facilities, conduct preclearance operations, and provide customs services outside the U.S. H.R.182/S.3263. Safe Skies Act of 2013. H.R.1775/S.1495. Saracini Aviation Safety Act of 2013. H.R.3650.Silent Skies Act of 2013. Air Cargo Security issues. Civil Aviation Security Issues, including proposed modification ofTSA prohibited items list, self-defense training for flight attendants, and secondary cockpit barriers. Airline Customer Service Commitment Issues. Airline Service Quality Issues (domestic and international). War Risk Insurance Issues. DOT Full Fare Advertising Rule. DOT Tarmac Delay Rule. FAA Air Crew Training Rule. FAA Pilot Qualifications Rule. Implementation of a National Airline Policy. International Air Service Rights Issues. TSA Prohibited Items List modifications. Proposals to increase airline taxes and fees, including those proposed within the President's budget. Industry Consolidation Issues, including a proposed merger between US Airways and American Airlines.
Client expense: $1,500,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
2013 · fourth_quarter · Homeland Security
H.R. 3141 - Biometric Exit Improvement Act. H.R. 3488 - A bill to establish the conditions under which the Secretary of Homeland Security may establish preclearance facilites, conduct preclearance operations, and provide customs services outside the U.S.
Client expense: $1,040,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT)