A bill to expand the prohibition on the manufacture, distribution, and importation of children's products that contain phthalates, and for other purposes.
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Introduced
March 12, 2014
Latest Action
March 12, 2014
Primary Sponsor
Kirsten E. GillibrandDemocratic(NY)
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2014 · fourth_quarter · Consumer Issues/Safety/Products
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Discussions with CPSC and various Congressional offices on implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). Implementation of a bill to provide the Consumer Product Safety Commission with greater authority and discretion in enforcing the consumer product safety laws, and for other purposes. (HR 2715) Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Modifications to the Toxic Substances Control Act. Chemical Safety Improvement Act of 2013 (S. 1009) Draft legislation Chemicals in Commerce Act (CICA) Discussion with Congressional office on (S.2120): Expanding the prohibition on the manufacture, distribution, and importation of certain products containing phthalates. Comments to the CPSC on Voluntary Recalls, Information Disclosure, and 1110.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Overseas Private Investment Corp (OPIC), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
2014 · fourth_quarter · Consumer Issues/Safety/Products
Discussions with CPSC and various Congressional offices on implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). Implementation of a bill to provide the Consumer Product Safety Commission with greater authority and discretion in enforcing the consumer product safety laws, and for other purposes. (HR 2715) Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Modifications to the Toxic Substances Control Act. Chemical Safety Improvement Act of 2013 (S. 1009) Draft legislation Chemicals in Commerce Act (CICA) Discussion with Congressional office on (S.2120): Expanding the prohibition on the manufacture, distribution, and importation of certain products containing phthalates. Comments to the CPSC on Voluntary Recalls, Information Disclosure, and 1110.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Overseas Private Investment Corp (OPIC), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
2014 · fourth_quarter · Apparel/Clothing Industry/Textiles
Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration changes to the Hours of Service (HoS) rules. Discussions with Congress and Administration, including President, on disruptions of West and East/Gulf Coast ports due to labor disputes. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. Water Resources Development Act (S. 601) / Water Resources Reform and Development Act (HR 3080). Clean Ports Act (S. 1435). Discussion with FMC on ocean carrier congestion surcharges implemented during port labor disruptions. DHS waiver of 100% cargo scanning mandate. Comments to the Federal Maritime Commission on the proposed discussion agreements between the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with CPSC and various Congressional offices on implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Implementation of a bill to provide the Consumer Product Safety Commission with greater authority and discretion in enforcing the consumer product safety laws, and for other purposes. (HR 2715). Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Modifications to the Toxic Substances Control Act. Chemical Safety Improvement Act of 2013 (S. 1009). Draft Legislation Chemicals in Commerce Act (CICA). Discussion with Congressional office on (S.2120): Expanding the prohibition on the manufacture, distribution, and importation of certain products containing phthalates. Comments to the CPSC on Voluntary Recalls, Information Disclosure, and Section 1110. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. Issues relating to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) pending regulations on the ability of employers to use criminal background checks in employment decisions. NLRB issues. The Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act (HR 1120). The Secret Ballot Protection Act (HR 2346). The Representation Fairness Act (HR 2347). Save American Workers Act (HR 2575). Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Comments to DOL on proposed Persuader Rule. Executive Order 11246, Equal Employment Opportunity. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2013 (HR 684/S.336). American Textile Technology Innovation and Research for Exportation (ATTIRE) Act (HR 937). Textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules. Green labeling rules. Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act of 2013 (HR 2542). Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2014 (HR 4457). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. Innovation Act (H.R. 3309). Patent Transparency and Improvements Act (S. 1720). Patent Quality Improvement Act (S. 866). Patent Abuse Reduction Act (S. 1013). Patent Litigation Integrity Act (S. 1612). Demand Letter Transparency Act (H.R. 3540). Innovation Protection Act (H.R. 3309). Patent Litigation and Innovation Act (H.R. 2639). SHIELD Act (H.R. 845). Stopping the Offensive Use of Patents Act (STOP Act) (H.R. 2766). End Anonymous Patents Act (H.R. 2024). Trade Protection Not Troll Protection Act (H.R. 4763). Transparency in Assertion of Patents Act (S. 2049). Combating Counterfeit Products Act Other Immigration Innovation Act of 2013 (S. 169). Implementation of Affordable Care Act. Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Comments to the Securities and Exchange Commission on the proposed Pay Ratio Disclosure Rule. Extend expiring tax breaks (including Tax Increase Prevention Act, HR 5771) Government funding (HR 83)
Client expense: $197,678 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Air Force, Dept of, Army, Dept of (Other), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Defense Logistics Agency, Defense, Dept of (DOD), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Navy, Dept of, Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Marines, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
2014 · fourth_quarter · Chemicals/Chemical Industry
H.R. 322, Hunting, Fishing and Recreational Shooting Protection Act (Toxic Substances Control Act Provisions); H.R. 527, Helium Stewardship Act of 2013; H.R. 888, General Duty Clarification Act of 2013; H.R. 1287, Sound Science Act of 2013; H.R. 2248, Ban Poisonous Additives Act of 2013, H.R. 1422, EPA Science Advisory Board Reform Act of 2013; H.R. 4012, Secret Science Reform Act of 2014; H.R. 4159, America Competes Reauthorization Act of 2014 (Nanotechnology Provisions); H.R. 4795, Promoting New Manufacturing Act; H.R. 4895, Microbead-Free Waters Act of 2014; H.R. 5033, Ban Poisonous Additives Act of 2014; S. 696, Safe Chemicals Act of 2013; S. 783, Helium Stewardship Act of 2013; S. 814, Protecting Communities from Chemical Explosions Act of 2013; S. 1009, Chemical Safety Improvement Act; S. 1124, BPA in Food Packaging Right to Know Act; S. 1468, Revitalize American Manufacturing and Innovation Act of 2013; S. 1781, General Duty Clarification Act of 2013; S. 1853, EPA Science Advisory Board Reform Act of 2013; S. 1961, Chemical Safety and Drinking Water Protection Act of 2014; S. 2006, National Rare Earth Cooperative Act of 2014; S. 2120, A bill to regulate children's products that contain phthalates; S. 2363, Bipartisan Sportsmen's Act of 2014; S. 2572, Ban Poisonous Additives Act of 2014; S. 2613, Secret Science Reform Act of 2014; S. 2656, Protecting America's Families from Toxic Chemicals Act of 2014; S. 2811, Children and Firefighters Protection Act of 2014; S. 2833, CASE Act; S. 2879, Sustainable Chemistry Research and Development Act of 2014; S. 2902, Microbead Free Waters Act of 2014; Appropriations for Commerce, Justice, Science FY 2015; Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations FY 2015 (National Toxicology Program within HHS, Report on Carcinogens); Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2015 (GSA and Green Building Policies, Phthalates, CHAP and CPSC); Interior Appropriations FY 2015 including EPA Funding and EPA programs; Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Modernization and Reform; Chemicals in Commerce Act (House Discussion Draft); TSCA Inventory Update Rule; T-TIP, MTB and Trade Promotion Authority; Access to Federally Funded Research Data; Chemical Safety Board; Confidential Business Information Disclosures under TSCA; Design for the Environment; EPA's Integrated Risk Information System (including Assessments on Dioxin, Formaldehyde and Hexavalent Chromium) and Good Science; EPA Science Advisory Board Reform; Asbestos; Bisphenol A; CPSC Phthalates CHAP; Crystalline Silica; EPEAT Environmental Assessment Tool; Flame Retardants; Foam Food Service; Formaldehyde; Helium; Hexavalent Chromium; Mercury; Nanotechnology; Polystyrene foodservice; Rare Earths; Styrene; Federal Government Use of Green Building Standards, Including "LEED"; Improving Federal Agency Chemical Risk Assessments; Regulatory Reform; Significant New Use Rules; Vinyl Industry Related Issues
Client expense: $2,200,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Interior, Dept of (DOI), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of
2014 · third_quarter · Chemicals/Chemical Industry
H.R. 322, Hunting, Fishing and Recreational Shooting Protection Act (Toxic Substances Control Act Provisions); H.R. 527, Helium Stewardship Act of 2013; H.R. 888, General Duty Clarification Act of 2013; H.R. 1287, Sound Science Act of 2013; H.R. 2248, Ban Poisonous Additives Act of 2013, H.R. 1422, EPA Science Advisory Board Reform Act of 2013; H.R. 4012, Secret Science Reform Act of 2014; H.R. 4159, America Competes Reauthorization Act of 2014 (Nanotechnology Provisions); H.R. 4795, Promoting New Manufacturing Act; H.R. 4895, Microbead-Free Waters Act of 2014; H.R. 5033, Ban Poisonous Additives Act of 2014; S. 696, Safe Chemicals Act of 2013; S. 783, Helium Stewardship Act of 2013; S. 814, Protecting Communities from Chemical Explosions Act of 2013; S. 1009, Chemical Safety Improvement Act; S. 1124, BPA in Food Packaging Right to Know Act; S. 1468, Revitalize American Manufacturing and Innovation Act of 2013; S. 1781, General Duty Clarification Act of 2013; S. 1853, EPA Science Advisory Board Reform Act of 2013; S. 1961, Chemical Safety and Drinking Water Protection Act of 2014; S. 2006, National Rare Earth Cooperative Act of 2014; S. 2120, A bill to regulate children's products that contain phthalates; S. 2363, Bipartisan Sportsmen's Act of 2014; S. 2572, Ban Poisonous Additives Act of 2014; S. 2613, Secret Science Reform Act of 2014; S. 2656, Protecting America's Families from Toxic Chemicals Act of 2014; S. 2811, Children and Firefighters Protection Act of 2014; S. 2833, CASE Act; S. 2879, Sustainable Chemistry Research and Development Act of 2014; S. 2902, Microbead Free Waters Act of 2014; Appropriations for Commerce, Justice, Science FY 2015; Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations FY 2015 (National Toxicology Program within HHS, Report on Carcinogens); Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2015 (GSA and Green Building Policies, Phthalates, CHAP and CPSC); Interior Appropriations FY 2015 (EPA Funding); Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Modernization and Reform; Chemicals in Commerce Act (House Discussion Draft); TSCA Inventory Update Rule; T-TIP, MTB and Trade Promotion Authority; Access to Federally Funded Research Data; Chemical Safety Board; Confidential Business Information Disclosures under TSCA; Design for the Environment; EPA's Integrated Risk Information System (including Assessments on Dioxin, Formaldehyde and Hexavalent Chromium) and Good Science; EPA Science Advisory Board Reform; Asbestos; Bisphenol A; CPSC Phthalates CHAP; Crystalline Silica; EPEAT Environmental Assessment Tool; Flame Retardants; Formaldehyde; Helium; Hexavalent Chromium; Mercury; Nanotechnology; Polystyrene foodservice; Rare Earths; Styrene; Federal Government Use of Green Building Standards, Including "LEED"; Improving Federal Agency Chemical Risk Assessments; Regulatory Reform; Vinyl Industry Related Issues
Client expense: $3,200,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Interior, Dept of (DOI), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of
2014 · third_quarter · Consumer Issues/Safety/Products
See next pageProduct Safety Discussions with CPSC and various Congressional offices on implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). Implementation of a bill to provide the Consumer Product Safety Commission with greater authority and discretion in enforcing the consumer product safety laws, and for other purposes. (HR 2715) Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Modifications to the Toxic Substances Control Act. Chemical Safety Improvement Act of 2013 (S. 1009) Draft legislation Chemicals in Commerce Act (CICA) Discussion with Congressional office on (S.2120): Expanding the prohibition on the manufacture, distribution, and importation of certain products containing phthalates. Comments to the CPSC on Voluntary Recalls, Information Disclosure, and 1110.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000
2014 · third_quarter · Apparel/Clothing Industry/Textiles
See attachmentMiscellaneous Trade (MTBs on separate page): Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs) 1.on implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). 2.on negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), US-EU trade agreement, International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. 3.on AGOA and other existing preference programs. 4.on implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 9801, de minims, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, implementation of single window/ITDS Exec Order) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. 5.on trade barriers in Mexico, Argentina, Indonesia, Ecuador, Japan, and Brazil. 6.on foreign trade practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). 7.on China and Vietnam bilateral trade issues. 8.on trade remedy laws, including proposals for prospective trade remedy systems. 9.on other trade initiatives and items, including: 1.Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. 2.Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. 3.U.S./Philippines trade. 4.Outdoor Act (HR 5646/S. 2838). 5.Miscellaneous Tariff Bills (introduced in prior congresses) and process. 6.Wool and cotton trust funds. 7.Extension of GSP to include travel goods (GSP Update Act (HR 2139/S. 1839)). 8.Trade adjustments assistance. 9.The benefit of imports and global value chains. Currency Reform for Fair Trade Act (HR 1276). Asia South Pacific Trade Preferences Act (HR 432). Customs reauthorization measures in Senate (S 662) and in House (introduced in prior Congresses). Textile Enforcement and Security Act (TESA) (HR 3558/S. 1412). Discussions with OPIC, Export-Import Bank, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve Ex-Im Bank services for the apparel and textile supply chain. Customs Provisions in Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2014 (HJRes 59). Issues related to the prevention of human trafficking. Trade agency reorganization. Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration changes to the Hours of Service (HoS) rules. Discussions with Congress and Administration on disruptions of West and East/Gulf Coast ports due to labor disputes. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21 Water Resources Development Act (S. 601) / Water Resources Reform and Development Act (HR 3080) Discussion with FMC on ocean carrier congestion surcharges implemented during port labor disruptions DHS waiver of 100% cargo scanning mandate Continued on next page.Continued from previous page. Product Safety Discussions with CPSC and various Congressional offices on implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). Implementation of a bill to provide the Consumer Product Safety Commission with greater authority and discretion in enforcing the consumer product safety laws, and for other purposes. (HR 2715) Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Modifications to the Toxic Substances Control Act. Chemical Safety Improvement Act of 2013 (S. 1009) Draft legislation Chemicals in Commerce Act (CICA) Discussion with Congressional office on (S.2120): Expanding the prohibition on the manufacture, distribution, and importation of certain products containing phthalates. Comments to the CPSC on Voluntary Recalls, Information Disclosure, and 1110. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Vietnam, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2013 (HR 684/S.336). American Textile Technology Innovation and Research for Exportation (ATTIRE) Act (HR 937). Green labeling rules. Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act of 2013 (HR 2542). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. Innovation Act (H.R. 3309). Patent Transparency and Improvements Act (S. 1720). Patent Quality Improvement Act (S. 866). Patent Abuse Reduction Act (S. 1013). Patent Litigation Integrity Act (S. 1612). Demand Letter Transparency Act (H.R. 3540). Innovation Protection Act (H.R. 3309). Patent Litigation and Innovation Act (H.R. 2639). SHIELD Act (H.R. 845). Stopping the Offensive Use of Patents Act (STOP Act) (H.R. 2766). End Anonymous Patents Act (H.R. 2024). Other Immigration Innovation Act of 2013 (S. 169). Implementation of Affordable Care Act. Implementation of new rules on interchange fees.
2014 · third_quarter · Apparel/Clothing Industry/Textiles
See attachmentBerry Amendment/Federal Prison Industries/Military Apparel Procurement Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries, and Ability One programs. Discussions with Members of Congress, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues, including reverse auctions, Berry Athletic footwear, and Low Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) procurement procedures. Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 (HR 933). Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2014 (H.R. 2397). National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (H.R. 3335/S. 2410). Amendments to NDAA related to Berry, Athletic Footwear, and Federal Prison Industries and Military Exchange Sourcing. Federal Prison Industries Competition in Contracting Act of 2013 (HR2098). All-American Flag Act of 2014 (S. 1214 & H.R. 2355). H.R. 2664: Made in America Act of 2013. Miscellaneous Trade (MTBs on separate page) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs): oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), US-EU trade agreement, International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. oon AGOA and other existing preference programs. oon implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 9801, de minimis, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles, single window/ITDS Executive Order, APHIS user fees) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. oon trade barriers in Mexico, Argentina, Indonesia, Ecuador, Japan, and Brazil. oon foreign trade practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon China and Vietnam bilateral trade issues. oon trade remedy laws, including proposals for prospective trade remedy systems. o on timely approval of pending USTR nominations. oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC. Affordable Footwear Act (HR. 1708/S. 1633). U.S./Philippines trade. Outdoor Act (HR 5646/S. 2838). Miscellaneous Tariff Bills (introduced in prior congresses) and process. Wool and cotton trust funds. Extension of GSP to include travel goods (GSP Update Act (HR 2139/S. 1839)). Trade adjustments assistance. Nicaragua trade programs (S. 1136/S. 1883). The benefit of imports and global value chains. Currency Reform for Fair Trade Act (HR 1276). Asia South Pacific Trade Preferences Act (HR 432). Customs reauthorization measures in Senate (S 662) and in House (introduced in prior Congresses). Textile Enforcement and Security Act (TESA) (HR 3558/S. 1412). Discussions with OPIC, Export-Import Bank, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve Ex-Im Bank services for the apparel and textile supply chain. Trade agency reorganization. Comments to International Trade Administration on Doing Business in Africa Campaign. Customs Provisions in Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2014 (HJRes 59). Issues related to the prevention of human trafficking. Comments to US ITC on Section 337 case regarding denim garments made with laser abrading technology. Continued on next pageContinued from prevoius page Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration changes to the Hours of Service (HoS) rules. Discussions with Congress and Administration on disruptions of West and East/Gulf Coast ports due to labor disputes. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21. Water Resources Development Act (S. 601) / Water Resources Reform and Development Act (HR 3080). Clean Ports Act (S. 1435). Discussion with FMC on ocean carrier congestion surcharges implemented during port labor disruptions. DHS waiver of 100% cargo scanning mandate. Product Safety Discussions with CPSC and various Congressional offices on implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Implementation of a bill to provide the Consumer Product Safety Commission with greater authority and discretion in enforcing the consumer product safety laws, and for other purposes. (HR 2715). Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Modifications to the Toxic Substances Control Act. Chemical Safety Improvement Act of 2013 (S. 1009). Draft Legislation Chemicals in Commerce Act (CICA). Discussion with Congressional office on (S.2120): Expanding the prohibition on the manufacture, distribution, and importation of certain products containing phthalates. Comments to the CPSC on Voluntary Recalls, Information Disclosure, and Section 1110. Blackburn Amendments to HR 5016 Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. Issues relating to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) pending regulations on the ability of employers to use criminal background checks in employment decisions. NLRB issues. The Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act (HR 1120). The Secret Ballot Protection Act (HR 2346). The Representation Fairness Act (HR 2347). Save American Workers Act (HR 2575). Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges. Comments to DOL on proposed Persuader Rule. Executive Order 11246, Equal Employment Opportunity. Bangladesh amendments to the Defense Department appropriations and authorization measures. Continued on next pageSmall Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2013 (HR 684/S.336). American Textile Technology Innovation and Research for Exportation (ATTIRE) Act (HR 937). Textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules. Green labeling rules. Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act of 2013 (HR 2542). Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2014 (HR 4457). IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS. Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. Innovation Act (H.R. 3309). Patent Transparency and Improvements Act (S. 1720). Patent Quality Improvement Act (S. 866). Patent Abuse Reduction Act (S. 1013). Patent Litigation Integrity Act (S. 1612). Demand Letter Transparency Act (H.R. 3540). Innovation Protection Act (H.R. 3309). Patent Litigation and Innovation Act (H.R. 2639). SHIELD Act (H.R. 845). Stopping the Offensive Use of Patents Act (STOP Act) (H.R. 2766). End Anonymous Patents Act (H.R. 2024). Trade Protection Not Troll Protection Act (H.R. 4763). Transparency in Assertion of Patents Act (S. 2049). Other Immigration Innovation Act of 2013 (S. 169). Implementation of Affordable Care Act. Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Comments to the Securities and Exchange Commission on the proposed Pay Ratio Disclosure Rule.
2014 · second_quarter · Apparel/Clothing Industry/Textiles
See next pageMiscellaneous Trade (MTBs on separate page) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs) 1.on implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). 2.on negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), US-EU trade agreement, International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. 3.on AGOA and other existing preference programs. 4.on implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 9801, de minims, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. 5.on trade barriers in Mexico, Argentina, Indonesia, Ecuador, Japan, and Brazil 6.on foreign trade practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). 7.on China and Vietnam bilateral trade issues 8.on trade remedy laws, including proposals for prospective trade remedy systems. 9.on other trade initiatives and items, including: 1.Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. 2.Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC 3.U.S./Philippines trade 4. Outdoor Act 5.Miscellaneous Tariff Bills (introduced in prior congresses) and process 6.Wool and cotton trust funds 7.Extension of GSP to include travel goods (GSP Update Act (HR 2139/S. 1839)) 8.Trade adjustments assistance 9.The benefit of imports and global value chains Currency Reform for Fair Trade Act (HR 1276) Asia South Pacific Trade Preferences Act (HR 432) Customs reauthorization measures in Senate (S 662) and in House (introduced in prior Congresses) Textile Enforcement and Security Act (TESA) (HR 3558/S. 1412) Discussions with OPIC, Export-Import Bank, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve Ex-Im Bank services for the apparel and textile supply chain Customs Provisions in Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2014 (HJRes 59) Issues related to the prevention of human trafficking Trade agency reorganization Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration changes to the Hours of Service (HoS) rules. Discussions with Congress and Administration on disruptions of West and East/Gulf Coast ports due to labor disputes. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21 Water Resources Development Act (S. 601) / Water Resources Reform and Development Act (HR 3080) Discussion with FMC on ocean carrier congestion surcharges implemented during port labor disruptions DHS waiver of 100% cargo scanning mandate Continued on next pageCont'd from previous page Product Safety Discussions with CPSC and various Congressional offices on implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). Implementation of a bill to provide the Consumer Product Safety Commission with greater authority and discretion in enforcing the consumer product safety laws, and for other purposes. (HR 2715) Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Modifications to the Toxic Substances Control Act. Chemical Safety Improvement Act of 2013 (S. 1009) Draft legislation Chemicals in Commerce Act (CICA) Discussion with Congressional office on (S.2120): Expanding the prohibition on the manufacture, distribution, and importation of certain products containing phthalates. Comments to the CPSC on Voluntary Recalls and Information Disclosure Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Vietnam, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2013 (HR 684/S.336) American Textile Technology Innovation and Research for Exportation (ATTIRE) Act (HR 937) Green labeling rules. Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act of 2013 (HR 2542) IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. Innovation Act (H.R. 3309) Patent Transparency and Improvements Act (S. 1720) Patent Quality Improvement Act (S. 866) Patent Abuse Reduction Act (S. 1013) Patent Litigation Integrity Act (S. 1612) Demand Letter Transparency Act (H.R. 3540) Innovation Protection Act (H.R. 3309) Patent Litigation and Innovation Act (H.R. 2639) SHIELD Act (H.R. 845) Stopping the Offensive Use of Patents Act (STOP Act) (H.R. 2766) End Anonymous Patents Act (H.R. 2024) Other Immigration Innovation Act of 2013 (S. 169) Implementation of Affordable Care Act Implementation of new rules on interchange fees.
2014 · second_quarter · Consumer Issues/Safety/Products
See next pageProduct Safety Discussions with CPSC and various Congressional offices on implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). Implementation of a bill to provide the Consumer Product Safety Commission with greater authority and discretion in enforcing the consumer product safety laws, and for other purposes. (HR 2715) Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Modifications to the Toxic Substances Control Act. Chemical Safety Improvement Act of 2013 (S. 1009) Draft legislation Chemicals in Commerce Act (CICA) Discussion with Congressional office on (S.2120): Expanding the prohibition on the manufacture, distribution, and importation of certain products containing phthalates. Comments to the CPSC on Voluntary Recalls and Information Disclosure
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000
2014 · second_quarter · Apparel/Clothing Industry/Textiles
See next pageBerry Amendment/Federal Prison Industries/Military Apparel Procurement Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries, and Ability One programs. Discussions with Members of Congress, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues, including reverse auctions and Low Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) procurement procedures. Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2013 (HR 933) Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2014 (H.R. 2397) National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 (H.R. 3335/S. 2410) Amendments to NDAA related to Berry, Athletic Footwear, and Federal Prison Industries and Military Exchange Sourcing Federal Prison Industries Competition in Contracting Act of 2013 (HR2098) All-American Flag Act of 2014 (S. 1214 & H.R. 2355) Miscellaneous Trade (MTBs on separate page) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, and Customs) oon implementation of free trade agreements (FTAs). oon negotiation of new trade agreements, including Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), US-EU trade agreement, International Services Agreement (ISA), and Trade Facilitation agreement. oon AGOA and other existing preference programs. oon implementation of various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 10 plus 2, 9801, de minims, CAFTA-DR documentation, FTZs, textile outsoles) covering apparel, footwear, and travel goods. oon trade barriers in Mexico, Argentina, Indonesia, Ecuador, Japan, and Brazil oon foreign trade practices, including labeling, cotton, market access, and intellectual property rights (IPR). oon China and Vietnam bilateral trade issues oon trade remedy laws, including proposals for prospective trade remedy systems. oon other trade initiatives and items, including: Issues relating to ocean shipping capacity and prices. Implementation of conflict minerals reporting requirements with the SEC Affordable Footwear Act (HR. 1708/S. 1633) U.S./Philippines trade Outdoor Act Miscellaneous Tariff Bills (introduced in prior congresses) and process Wool and cotton trust funds Extension of GSP to include travel goods (GSP Update Act (HR 2139/S. 1839)) Trade adjustments assistance Nicaragua trade programs (S. 1136/S. 1883) The benefit of imports and global value chains Currency Reform for Fair Trade Act (HR 1276) Asia South Pacific Trade Preferences Act (HR 432) Customs reauthorization measures in Senate (S 662) and in House (introduced in prior Congresses) Textile Enforcement and Security Act (TESA) (HR 3558/S. 1412) Discussions with OPIC, Export-Import Bank, GAO, Commerce, and Congressional staff on ways to improve Ex-Im Bank services for the apparel and textile supply chain Trade agency reorganization Comments to International Trade Administration on Doing Business in Africa Campaign Customs Provisions in Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2014 (HJRes 59) Issues related to the prevention of human trafficking Continued on next pageCont'd from previous page Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration changes to the Hours of Service (HoS) rules. Discussions with Congress and Administration on disruptions of West and East/Gulf Coast ports due to labor disputes. Discussion with DOT on implementation of freight provisions and development of National Freight Policy called for in MAP-21 Water Resources Development Act (S. 601) / Water Resources Reform and Development Act (HR 3080) Clean Ports Act (S. 1435) Discussion with FMC on ocean carrier congestion surcharges implemented during port labor disruptions DHS waiver of 100% cargo scanning mandate Product Safety Discussions with CPSC and various Congressional offices on implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). Regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Implementation of a bill to provide the Consumer Product Safety Commission with greater authority and discretion in enforcing the consumer product safety laws, and for other purposes. (HR 2715) Monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. Modifications to the Toxic Substances Control Act. Chemical Safety Improvement Act of 2013 (S. 1009) Draft Legislation Chemicals in Commerce Act (CICA) Discussion with Congressional office on (S.2120): Expanding the prohibition on the manufacture, distribution, and importation of certain products containing phthalates. Comments to the CPSC on Voluntary Recalls and Information Disclosure Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions (including filed comments) with Departments of Labor and State and USTR in conjunction with Child/Forced labor list, Uzbek cotton, Better Work programs, CAFTA-DR labor cases, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Cambodia, Burma, Swaziland, Haiti, and other labor issues and reports. Issues relating to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) pending regulations on the ability of employers to use criminal background checks in employment decisions. NLRB issues The Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act (HR 1120) The Secret Ballot Protection Act (HR 2346) The Representation Fairness Act (HR 2347) Save American Workers Act (HR 2575) Issues related to sourcing of apparel with military exchanges Comments to DOL on proposed Persuader Rule Small Business Issues relating to changes or implementation of the Lobby Disclosure Act, including Administration policies relating to advisory committees and ethics rules. Marketplace Fairness Act of 2013 (HR 684/S.336) American Textile Technology Innovation and Research for Exportation (ATTIRE) Act (HR 937) Textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules. Green labeling rules. Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act of 2013 (HR 2542) Americas Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2014 (HR 4457) Continued on next pageContinued from previous page IPR Issues relating to ICANN/GTLDS Discussions on rogue websites, design piracy, information sharing, copyright trolls, and other IPR initiatives with Congressional and Administration officials. Innovation Act (H.R. 3309) Patent Transparency and Improvements Act (S. 1720) Patent Quality Improvement Act (S. 866) Patent Abuse Reduction Act (S. 1013) Patent Litigation Integrity Act (S. 1612) Demand Letter Transparency Act (H.R. 3540) Innovation Protection Act (H.R. 3309) Patent Litigation and Innovation Act (H.R. 2639) SHIELD Act (H.R. 845) Stopping the Offensive Use of Patents Act (STOP Act) (H.R. 2766) End Anonymous Patents Act (H.R. 2024) Trade Protection Not Troll Protection Act (H.R. 4763) Transparency in Assertion of Patents Act (S. 2049) Other Immigration Innovation Act of 2013 (S. 169) Implementation of Affordable Care Act Implementation of new rules on interchange fees. Comments to the Securities and Exchange Commission on the proposed Pay Ratio Disclosure Rule
2014 · second_quarter · Chemicals/Chemical Industry
H.R. 322, Hunting, Fishing and Recreational Shooting Protection Act (Toxic Substances Control Act Provisions); H.R. 527, Helium Stewardship Act of 2013; H.R. 888, General Duty Clarification Act of 2013; H.R. 1287, Sound Science Act of 2013;H.R. 1422, EPA Science Advisory Board Reform Act of 2013; H.R. 4012, Secret Science Reform Act of 2014; H.R. 4159, America Competes Reauthorization Act of 2014 (Nanotechnology Provisions); H.R. 4795, Promoting New Manufacturing Act; H.R. 4895, Microbead-Free Waters Act of 2014; H.R. 5033, Ban Poisonous Additives Act of 2014; S. 696, Safe Chemicals Act of 2013; S. 783, Helium Stewardship Act of 2013; S. 814, Protecting Communities from Chemical Explosions Act of 2013; S. 1009, Chemical Safety Improvement Act; S. 1468, Revitalize American Manufacturing and Innovation Act of 2013; S. 1781, General Duty Clarification Act of 2013; S. 1853, EPA Science Advisory Board Reform Act of 2013; S. 1961, Chemical Safety and Drinking Water Protection Act of 2014; S. 2006, National Rare Earth Cooperative Act of 2014; S. 2120, A bill to regulate children's products that contain phthalates; S. 2363, Bipartisan Sportsmen's Act of 2014; S. 2572, Ban Poisonous Additives Act of 2014; Appropriations for Commerce, Justice, Science FY 2015; Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations FY 2015 (National Toxicology Program within HHS, Report on Carcinogens); Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2015 (GSA and Green Building Policies, Phthalates CHAP and CPSC); Interior Appropriations FY 2015 (EPA Funding); Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Modernization and Reform; Chemicals in Commerce Act (House Discussion Draft); TSCA Inventory Update Rule; T-TIP, MTB and Trade Promotion Authority; Access to Federally Funded Research Data; Chemical Safety Board; Confidential Business Information Disclosures under TSCA; Design for the Environment; EPA's Integrated Risk Information System (including Assessments on Dioxin, Formaldehyde and Hexavalent Chromium) and Good Science; EPA Science Advisory Board Reform; Asbestos; Bisphenol A; CPSC Phthalates CHAP; Crystalline Silica; EPEAT Environmental Assessment Tool; Flame Retardants; Formaldehyde; Helium; Hexavalent Chromium; Mercury; Nanotechnology; Rare Earths; Styrene; Federal Government Use of Green Building Standards, Including "LEED"; Improving Federal Agency Chemical Risk Assessments; Regulatory Reform; Vinyl Industry Related Issues
2014 · first_quarter · Health Issues
FY2015 Defense Appropriations HR 3547 Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2014 HR SOFTWARE Act of 2013 Senate Protect Act of 2014HR 4302 Sustainable Growth Rate S 2120 Medicare SGR Repeal and Beneficiary Access Improvement Act of 2014 H.R. 1405 - SGR Repeal and Medicare Provider Payment Modernization Act of 2014 White House Office of Science and Technology Dr. Phil Rubin, Issue: Brain Initiative
Client expense: $1,233,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2014 · first_quarter · Chemicals/Chemical Industry
H.R. 322, Hunting, Fishing and Recreational Shooting Protection Act (Toxic Substances Control Act Provisions); H.R. 527, Helium Stewardship Act of 2013; H.R. 888, General Duty Clarification Act of 2013; H.R. 1287, Sound Science Act of 2013;H.R. 1422, EPA Science Advisory Board Reform Act of 2013; H.R. 4012, Secret Science Reform Act of 2014; H.R. 4159, America Competes Reauthorization Act of 2014 (Nanotechnology Provisions); S. 696, Safe Chemicals Act of 2013; S. 783, Helium Stewardship Act of 2013; S. 814, Protecting Communities from Chemical Explosions Act of 2013; S. 1009, Chemical Safety Improvement Act; S. 1468, Revitalize American Manufacturing and Innovation Act of 2013; S. 1781, General Duty Clarification Act of 2013; S. 1853, EPA Science Advisory Board Reform Act of 2013; S. 2120, A bill to regulate children's products that contain phthalates; Appropriations for Commerce, Justice, Science FY 2015; Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations FY 2015 (National Toxicology Program within HHS); Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2015 (GSA and Green Building Policies, Phthalates CHAP and CPSC); Interior Appropriations FY 2015 (EPA Funding); Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Modernization and Reform; Chemicals in Commerce Act (House Discussion Draft); TSCA Inventory Update Rule; Access to Federally Funded Research Data; Confidential Business Information Disclosures under TSCA; EPA's Integrated Risk Information System (including Assessments on Dioxin, Formaldehyde and Hexavalent Chromium) and Good Science; EPA Science Advisory Board Reform; Asbestos; Bisphenol A; CPSC Phthalates CHAP; Crystalline Silica; EPEAT Environmental Assessment Tool; Flame Retardants; Formaldehyde; Helium; Hexavalent Chromium; Mercury; Nanotechnology; Rare Earths; Styrene; Federal Government Use of Green Building Standards, Including "LEED"; Improving Federal Agency Chemical Risk Assessments; Regulatory Reform; Vinyl Industry Related Issues
2014 · first_quarter · Consumer Issues/Safety/Products
Flame retardants and furniture flammability Consumer Product Safety Commission nominations Bill concerning phthalates (S. 2120)
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2013 · second_quarter · Banking
S.1217, The Housing Finance Reform and Taxpayer Protection Act of 2013. All Provisions. A bill to replace Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac over a five-year period. H.R. 1223, GSE Credit Risk Equitable Treatment Act of 2011. All Provisions. (See next page for more detailed description.)S. 222, Limiting Investor and Homeowner Loss in Foreclosure Act of 2010. All Provisions. Limits investor and homeowner losses in foreclosures, and other purposes. H.R.836, Emergency Mortgage Relief Program Termination Act. All Provisions. Rescinds the unobligated funding for the Emergency Mortgage Relief Program and terminates the program. H.R. 839, HAMP Termination Act of 2011. All Provisions. Amends the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 to terminate the authority of the Secretary of the Treasury to provide new assistance under the Home Affordable Modification Program, while preserving assistance to homeowners who were already extended an offer to participate in the Program, either on a trial or permanent basis. H.R. 1225, GSE Debt Issuance Approval Act of 2011. All Provisions. Prohibits Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from issuing any new debt without approval in advance by the Secretary of the Treasury. H.R. 1783, Foreclosure Fraud and Homeowner Abuse Prevention Act of 2011. All Provisions. Provides for enhanced mortgage-backed and asset-backed security investor protections, prevents foreclosure fraud, and for other purposes S. 967, Regulation of Mortgage Servicing Act of 2011. All Provisions. Establishes clear regulatory standards for mortgage servicers, and for other purposes. H.R. 1498, Prompt Decision for Qualification of Short Sale Act of 2011. All Provisions. Requires the lender or servicer of a home mortgage, upon a request by the homeowner for a short sale, to make a prompt decision whether to allow the sale. H.R. 1977, FHA Reform Act of 2011. All Provisions. Improves the financial safety and soundness of the FHA mortgage insurance program. H.R.1754, Preserving Equal Access to Mortgage Finance Programs Acts. All Provisions. Permanently increase the conforming loan limits for the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation and the Federal National Mortgage Association and the FHA maximum mortgage amount limitations. H.R. 1223, GSE Credit Risk Equitable Treatment Act of 2011. All Provisions. Amends the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to ensure mortgages held or securitized by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and asset-backed securities issued by such enterprises are treated similarly as other mortgages and asset-backed securities for purposes of the credit risk retention requirements under such Act. H.R. 2126, Risk and Retention Modernization Act of 2011. All Provisions. Modernizes the Liability Risk Retention Act of 1986 and expands coverage to include commercial property insurance, and for other purposes. S. 170, The Helping Responsible Homeowners Act. All Provisions. Provides for the affordable refinancing of mortgages held by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. H.R. 1309, Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2011. All Provisions. Extends the authorization of the national flood insurance program, achieve reforms to improve the financial integrity and stability of the program, and increase the role of private markets in the management of flood insurance risk, and for other purposes. S. 1284, All Provisions. Amends the National Floor Insurance Act of 1968 to require the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to consider reconstruction and improvement of flood protection systems when establishing flood insurance rates. S. 967, Merkley Regulation of Mortgages Servicing Act of 2011. All Provisions. Establishes clear regulatory standards for mortgage servicers, and for other purposes. H.R. 1783, Foreclosure Fraud and Homeowner Abuse Prevention Act of 2011. All Provisions. Provides for enhanced mortgage-backed and asset-backed security investor protections, to prevent foreclosure fraud, and for other purposes. S.489, Preserving Homes and Communities Act of 2011. All Provisions. Requires certain mortgagees to evaluate loans for modifications, establishes a grant program for State and local government mediation programs, and for other purposes. H.R. 1498, Prompt Decision for Qualification of Short Sale Act of 2011. All Provisions. Requires the lender of a home mortgage, upon a request by the homeowner for a short sale, to make a prompt decision whether to allow the sale. H.R. 3849, Preserving Access to Manufactured Housing Act. All Provisions. Amends S.A.F.E. Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 to provide an exception from the definition of loan originator for certain loans made with respect to manufactured homes, amends the Truth in Lending Act to modify the definition of a high-cost mortgage, and for other purposes. S.2072, Helping Homeowners Refinance Act. All Provisions. Discourages disincentives to the housing missions of government sponsored enterprises and requires consistent putback risks at the enterprises to assist homeowners. H.R. 1223, GSE Credit Risk Equitable Treatment Act of 2011. All Provisions. Amends the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to ensure mortgages held or securitized by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and asset-backed securities issued by such enterprises are treated similarly as other mortgages and asset-backed securities for purposes of the credit risk retention requirements under such Act.H.R. 4264, FHA Emergency Fiscal Solvency Act of 2012. All Provisions. Helps ensure the fiscal solvency of the FHA mortgage insurance programs of the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, and for other purposes. S. 2120, Prompt Notifications of Short Sales Act. All Provisions. Requires the lender or servicer of a home mortgage upon a request by the homeowner for a short sale, to make a prompt decision whether to allow the sale. S. 2099, All Provisions. Amends the Federal Deposit Insurance Act with respect to information provided to the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection. H.R. 4323, Consumer Mortgage Choice Act (Qualified Mortgage Bill). All Provisions. Amends the Truth in Lending Act to improve upon the definitions provided for points and fees in connection with a mortgage transaction. S. 1813, Transportation Research and Innovative Technology Act of 2012. All Provisions. Reauthorizes Federal-aid highway and highway safety construction programs, and for other purposes.
2013 · first_quarter · Banking
H.R.1223, GSE Credit Risk Equitable Treatment Act of 2011. All Provisions.Amends the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to ensure mortgages held or securitized by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and asset-backed securities issued by such enterprises are treated similarly as other mortgages and asset-backed securities for purposes of the credit risk retention requirements under such Act.S. 222, Limiting Investor and Homeowner Loss in Foreclosure Act of 2010. All Provisions. Limits investor and homeowner losses in foreclosures, and other purposes. H.R.836, Emergency Mortgage Relief Program Termination Act. All Provisions. Rescinds the unobligated funding for the Emergency Mortgage Relief Program and terminates the program. H.R. 839, HAMP Termination Act of 2011. All Provisions. Amends the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 to terminate the authority of the Secretary of the Treasury to provide new assistance under the Home Affordable Modification Program, while preserving assistance to homeowners who were already extended an offer to participate in the Program, either on a trial or permanent basis. H.R. 1225, GSE Debt Issuance Approval Act of 2011. All Provisions. Prohibits Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from issuing any new debt without approval in advance by the Secretary of the Treasury. H.R. 1783, Foreclosure Fraud and Homeowner Abuse Prevention Act of 2011. All Provisions. Provides for enhanced mortgage-backed and asset-backed security investor protections, prevents foreclosure fraud, and for other purposes S. 967, Regulation of Mortgage Servicing Act of 2011. All Provisions. Establishes clear regulatory standards for mortgage servicers, and for other purposes. H.R. 1498, Prompt Decision for Qualification of Short Sale Act of 2011. All Provisions. Requires the lender or servicer of a home mortgage, upon a request by the homeowner for a short sale, to make a prompt decision whether to allow the sale. H.R. 1977, FHA Reform Act of 2011. All Provisions. Improves the financial safety and soundness of the FHA mortgage insurance program. H.R.1754, Preserving Equal Access to Mortgage Finance Programs Acts. All Provisions. Permanently increase the conforming loan limits for the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation and the Federal National Mortgage Association and the FHA maximum mortgage amount limitations. H.R. 1223, GSE Credit Risk Equitable Treatment Act of 2011. All Provisions. Amends the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to ensure mortgages held or securitized by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac and asset-backed securities issued by such enterprises are treated similarly as other mortgages and asset-backed securities for purposes of the credit risk retention requirements under such Act. H.R. 2126, Risk and Retention Modernization Act of 2011. All Provisions. Modernizes the Liability Risk Retention Act of 1986 and expands coverage to include commercial property insurance, and for other purposes. S. 170, The Helping Responsible Homeowners Act. All Provisions. Provides for the affordable refinancing of mortgages held by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. H.R. 1309, Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2011. All Provisions. Extends the authorization of the national flood insurance program, achieve reforms to improve the financial integrity and stability of the program, and increase the role of private markets in the management of flood insurance risk, and for other purposes. S. 1284, All Provisions. Amends the National Floor Insurance Act of 1968 to require the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency to consider reconstruction and improvement of flood protection systems when establishing flood insurance rates. S. 967, Merkley Regulation of Mortgages Servicing Act of 2011. All Provisions. Establishes clear regulatory standards for mortgage servicers, and for other purposes. H.R. 1783, Foreclosure Fraud and Homeowner Abuse Prevention Act of 2011. All Provisions. Provides for enhanced mortgage-backed and asset-backed security investor protections, to prevent foreclosure fraud, and for other purposes. S.489, Preserving Homes and Communities Act of 2011. All Provisions. Requires certain mortgagees to evaluate loans for modifications, establishes a grant program for State and local government mediation programs, and for other purposes. H.R. 1498, Prompt Decision for Qualification of Short Sale Act of 2011. All Provisions. Requires the lender of a home mortgage, upon a request by the homeowner for a short sale, to make a prompt decision whether to allow the sale. H.R. 3849, Preserving Access to Manufactured Housing Act. All Provisions. Amends S.A.F.E. Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 to provide an exception from the definition of loan originator for certain loans made with respect to manufactured homes, amends the Truth in Lending Act to modify the definition of a high-cost mortgage, and for other purposes. S.2072, Helping Homeowners Refinance Act. All Provisions. Discourages disincentives to the housing missions of government sponsored enterprises and requires consistent putback risks at the enterprises to assist homeowners.H.R. 4264, FHA Emergency Fiscal Solvency Act of 2012. All Provisions. Helps ensure the fiscal solvency of the FHA mortgage insurance programs of the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, and for other purposes. S. 2120, Prompt Notifications of Short Sales Act. All Provisions. Requires the lender or servicer of a home mortgage upon a request by the homeowner for a short sale, to make a prompt decision whether to allow the sale. S. 2099, All Provisions. Amends the Federal Deposit Insurance Act with respect to information provided to the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection. H.R. 4323, Consumer Mortgage Choice Act (Qualified Mortgage Bill). All Provisions. Amends the Truth in Lending Act to improve upon the definitions provided for points and fees in connection with a mortgage transaction. S. 1813, Transportation Research and Innovative Technology Act of 2012. All Provisions. Reauthorizes Federal-aid highway and highway safety construction programs, and for other purposes.
Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Natl Security Council (NSC), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS), U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade & Development Agency (USTDA), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), Vice President of the U.S., White House Office
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000
Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Natl Security Council (NSC), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS), U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), Vice President of the U.S., White House Office
Client expense: $197,678 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Air Force, Dept of, Army, Dept of (Other), Bureau of Prisons (BOP), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Defense Logistics Agency, Defense, Dept of (DOD), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), General Services Administration (GSA), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Natl Security Council (NSC), Navy, Dept of, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of the Secretary of Defense, Office of the Vice President of the United States, Overseas Private Investment Corp (OPIC), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS), U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), Vice President of the U.S., White House Office
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $10,000
Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Natl Security Council (NSC), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS), U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), Vice President of the U.S., White House Office
Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Natl Security Council (NSC), Office of the Vice President of the United States, Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS), U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), Vice President of the U.S., White House Office
Client expense: $197,071 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Air Force, Dept of, Army, Dept of (Other), Bureau of Prisons (BOP), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Defense Logistics Agency, Defense, Dept of (DOD), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), General Services Administration (GSA), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Natl Security Council (NSC), Navy, Dept of, Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), Office of the Secretary of Defense, Office of the Vice President of the United States, Overseas Private Investment Corp (OPIC), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS), U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE), U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), Vice President of the U.S., White House Office
Client expense: $2,974,703 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Interior, Dept of (DOI), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of
Client expense: $2,990,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Interior, Dept of (DOI), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of
Client expense: $970,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Client expense: $730,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, White House Office