Wi-Fi Innovation Act
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2015 · second_quarter · Telecommunications
Continued advocating in support of HR 5125, The Wi-Fi Innovation Act (companion to S. 2505), to expand unlicensed spectrum use by requiring the FCC to test the feasibility of opening the upper 5 GHz band to unlicensed use. Worked on adding IoT language to S. 886, the Smart Energy and Water Efficiency Act; S. 1046, the Smart Building Acceleration Act; S. 270 the Energy Efficiency Improvement Act; and the House Energy and Commerce Committee discussion draft on energy efficiency and accountability.
Client expense: $1,290,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2015 · first_quarter · Telecommunications
Advocated in support of the Senate IoT Resolution (S. Res. 110), Strategy to Expand U.S. Global Competitiveness in the Digital Age, passed March 24, 2015 Sponsored by Sen. Kelly Ayotte (R- NH), Sen. Cory Booker, (D-NJ), Sen. Deb Fischer (R-NE), and Sen. Brian Schatz (D - HI). Continued advocating in support of HR 5125, The Wi-Fi Innovation Act (companion to S 2505), to expand unlicensed spectrum use by requiring the FCC to test the feasibility of opening the upper 5 GHz band to unlicensed use; and S 2505, The Wi-Fi Innovation Act, to expand unlicensed spectrum use by requiring the FCC to test the feasibility of opening the upper 5 GHz band to unlicensed use.
Client expense: $1,170,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Education, Dept of, Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2015 · first_quarter · Automotive Industry
Federal policy in the automotive and transportation sectors, specifically safety, environmental, manufacturing, trade, foreign affairs and labor relations. S. 1230 - Alternative Fueled Vehicles Competitiveness and Energy Security Act of 2013, all provisions. H.R. 4361 - Sunshine in Litigation Act, all provisions. S. 2151 - Early Warning Reporting System Improvement Act, all provisions. S. 2171 - Location Privacy Protection Act, all provisions. S. 2260 - Expiring Provisions Improvement Reform and Efficiency Act, provisions regarding hydrogen and fuel cell motor vehicles. H.R. 4733 - Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Infrastructure Act, all provisions. S. 1976 - Data Security and Breach Notification Act, all provisions. S. 2322 - Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Reauthorization Act, all provisions. S. 921 - Safe Rental Car Act, all provisions. S. 2505 - Wi-Fi Innovation Act, provisions realated to the band reserved for Dedicated Short Range Communications used in vehicle-to-vehicle communications. Changes to Federal Communications Commission rules on Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (U-NII) devices in the 5GHz band, provisions seeking comment on making available an additional 195 megahertz of spectrum in the 5.35-5.47 GHz and 5.85-5.925 GHz bands for U-NII devices use (ET Docket No. 13-49; FCC 13-22). Issues relating to the use of E-15 in motor vehicles, including H.R. 875: To provide for a comprehensive assessment of the scientific and technical research on the implications of the use of mid-level ethanol blends, and for other purposes (all provisions); S. 344: A bill to prohibit the Administrator of the EPA from approving the introduction into commerce of gasoline that contains greater than 10-volume-percent ethanol, and for other purposes (all provisions); and EPA regulatory decisions relating to the use of E-15 in motor vehicles (EPA-HQ-OAR-2009-0211; FRL-9258-6 and FRL-9215-5). NHTSA and EPA regulations related to corporate average fuel economy standards for 2017 and later model year light-duty vehicles (EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0799; FRL-9706-5; NHTSA-2010-0131; RIN 2060-AQ54; RIN 2127-AK79). NHTSA regulations regarding driver distraction guidelines for in-vehicle electronic devices (Docket No. NHTSA-2010-0053). Changes to EPA rules related to Tier 3 motor vehicle emission and fuel standards (EPA-HQ-OAR-2011-0135; RIN 2060-AQ86). Implementation of P.L. No. 112-141 - Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21), provisions related to motor vehicle and highway safety. NHTSA pending regulations on vehicle-to-vehicle communications for lightweight vehicles. H.R. 2609, S. 1245 - Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2014, sections related to advanced technology vehicles. H.R. 1663, S. 780 - PARTS Act, all provisions. S. 1925 - Protect Driver Privacy Act, all provisions. H.R. 4364 - Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 2014, all provisions. S. 2615 - Hide No Harm Act, all provisions.
2014 · third_quarter · Telecommunications
S. 2505 / H.R. 5125 - The Wi-Fi Innovation Act; data security and breach notification, net neutrality, unlicensed spectrum
Client expense: $190,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
2014 · fourth_quarter · Telecommunications
S. 2505, Wi-Fi Innovation Act H.R. 5125, Wi-Fi Innovation Act Intelligent transportation systems Vehicle-to-vehicle, vehicle-to-infrastructure communication
Client expense: $1,200,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
2014 · fourth_quarter · Telecommunications
Client expense: $190,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
H.R. 3696 - National Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2013; S.2473 - Wireless Innovation Act of 2014; S.2505 - The Wi-Fi Innovation Act; S.2588 - Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act; and General lobbying on the following issues: deployment of FM chips in mobile telephones; oversight of the Federal Communications Commission; spectrum policy (including efforts to reallocate federal spectrum for commercial use); cybersecurity; stolen phones; the FCCs Open Internet Order; deployment of E911/NG911 capabilities, including text to 911 solutions; the deployment of wireless infrastructure.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $60,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · fourth_quarter · Communications/Broadcasting/Radio/TV
H.R. 624 - Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act; H.R. 3696 - National Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2014; H.R. 3720 - Next Generation Television Marketplace Act; S. 21 - Cybersecurity and American Cyber Competitiveness Act of 2013; S. 607 - Electronic Communications Privacy Act Amendments Act of 2013; S. 912 - Television Consumer Freedom Act of 2013; S. 1193 - Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2013 S. 1353 - Cybersecurity Act of 2013 (to strengthen cybersecurity research and development, as well as public awareness); S. 1379 - Federal Communications Commission Consolidated Reporting Act of 2013; S. 1788 - Digital Trade Act of 2013 (to promote Internet-enabled commerce and digital trade); S. 1925 - Driver Privacy Act (to ensure the bill does not create unintentional consequences on legitimate data uses); S. 2354 - Cybersecurity Workforce Recruitment and Retention Act of 2014; S. 2473 - Wireless Innovations Act of 2014 (concerning the commercial use of government held spectrum); S.2505 - The Wi-Fi Innovation Act (concerning unlicensed spectrum use to maximize use of the 5GHz band); S.2588 - Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2014; S.2799 -- Satellite Televisions Access and Vierwer Rights Act (concerning the authority of satellite carriers to retransmit certain television broadcast station signals); and S.2781 - Law enforcement Access to Data Stored Abroad Act. General Lobbying on the following issues: Video competition, program access, retransmission consent; Telecommunications Policy Framework; competition; Net Neutrality/Internet Governance [including the responsibilities of the National Telecommunications and Information Association (NTIA) concerning Internet Assigned Numbers Authority functions and the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) functions]; privacy; data security/breach/ retention; potential legislation to streamline siting permits broadband build out on federal land; issues associated with cloud services and potential regulation that could affect deployment; mobile payments applications and regulation; Telematics, including potential legislation that could affect deployment; and Spectrum policy/holdings/allocations/auctions/fees.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $40,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · third_quarter · Telecommunications
H.R. 3283 - Integrated Public alert and Warning System Modernization Act of 2013; H.R. 3670 - Anti-Spoofing Act of 2013; S. 517/H.R. 1123 - Unlocking Consumer Choice and Wireless Competition Act; S. 721/H.R. 1575 - the Kelsey Smith Act; S. 1379 - The Federal Communications Consolidated Reporting Act; S.2473 - Wireless Innovation Act of 2014; S.2505 - The Wi-Fi Innovation Act; S.2588 - Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act; and S.2664 - the IPAWS Modernization Act. General lobbying on the following issues: spectrum policy (including implementation of the spectrum provisions of PL 112-96 and efforts to reallocate federal spectrum for commercial use); cybersecurity; stolen phones; the FCCs Open Internet Order; the deployment of wireless infrastructure; wireless carrier billing practices; and Oversight of the Federal Communications Commission.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $60,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · third_quarter · Communications/Broadcasting/Radio/TV
H.R. 624 - Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act; H.R. 1580 - To Affirm the Policy of the United States Regarding Internet Governance; H.R. 1575 - Kelsey Smith Act (to provide call location from mobile services in emergency situations); H.R. 2739 - Efficient Use of Government Spectrum Act of 2013; H.R. 3696 - National Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2014; H.R. 3719 - Video CHOICE Act of 2013; H.R. 3720 - Next Generation Television Marketplace Act; H.R. 4342 - Domain Openness Through Continued Oversight Matters (DOTCOM) Act of 2014 (re: Internet domain name system); H.R. 4572 & H.R. 5036/S. 2454 - STELA (Satellite Television Extension and Localism Act) Reauthorization Act of 2014; S. 21 - Cybersecurity and American Cyber Competitiveness Act of 2013; S. 517 & H.R. 1123 - Unlocking Consumer Choice and Wireless Competition Act; S. 607 - Electronic Communications Privacy Act Amendments Act of 2013; S. 912 - Television Consumer Freedom Act of 2013; S. 1193 - Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2013 S. 1353 - Cybersecurity Act of 2013; S. 1379 - Federal Communications Commission Consolidated Reporting Act of 2013; S. 1788 - Digital Trade Act of 2013; S. 1925 - Driver Privacy Act (to ensure the bill does not create unintentional consequences on legitimate data uses); S. 2354 - Cybersecurity Workforce Recruitment and Retention Act of 2014; S. 2473 - Wireless Innovations Act of 2014 (concerning the commercial use of government held spectrum); S. 2476/.H.R. 4880 - Online Competition and Consumer Choice Act (concerning prioritization of Internet traffic); S.2505 - The Wi-Fi Innovation Act (concerning unlicensed spectrum use to maximize use of the 5GHz band); S.2588 - Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2014; S.2799 -- Satellite Televisions Access and Vierwer Rights Act (concerning the authority of satellite carriers to retransmit certain television broadcast station signals); and S.2781 - Law enforcement Access to Data Stored Abroad Act. General Lobbying on the following issues: Video competition, program access, retransmission consent; Telecommunications Policy Framework; competition; interconnection; Net Neutrality/Internet Governance [including the responsibilities of the National Telecommunications and Information Association (NTIA) concerning Internet Assigned Numbers Authority functions and the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) functions]; privacy; data security/breach/ retention; location based services; LTE deployment; potential legislation to streamline siting permits for broadband build out on federal land; issues associated with cloud services and potential regulation that could affect deployment; mobile payments applications and regulation; Telematics, including potential legislation that could affect deployment; Spectrum policy/holdings/allocations/auctions/fees; wireless alerts (in potential emergency situations).
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $40,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · fourth_quarter · Telecommunications
Advocated for increasing Wi-Fi access at 5GHz: continued supporting H.R. 5125, The Wi-Fi Innovation Act (companion to S. 2505), to expand unlicensed spectrum use by requiring FCC to test the feasibility of opening the upper 5GHz band to unlicensed use, and S. 2505, The Wi-Fi Innovation Act, to expand unlicensed spectrum use.
Client expense: $980,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Education, Dept of, Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Natl Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
2014 · fourth_quarter · Automotive Industry
Federal policy in the automotive and transportation sectors, specifically motor vehicle and highway safety, energy, environmental and motor vehicle fuels (no specific legislation). H.R. 4733 - Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Infrastructure Act, all provisions. S. 1230 - Alternative Fueled Vehicles Competitiveness and Energy Security Act of 2013, all provisions. S. 2260 - Expiring Provisions Improvement Reform and Efficiency Act, provisions regarding hydrogen and fuel cell motor vehicles. H.R. 4361 - Sunshine in Litigation Act, all provisions. H.R. 4364 - Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 2014, all provisions. S. 921 - Safe Rental Car Act, all provisions. S. 1925, Protect Driver Privacy Act, all provisions S. 2151 - Early Warning Reporting System Improvement Act, all provisions. S. 2284, Pedestrian Safety Act, all provisions S. 2615 - Hide No Harm Act, all provisions. S. 2760 - Motor Vehicle and Highway Safety Enhancement Act, all provisions S. 2322 - Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Reauthorization Act, all provisions. S. 2505 - Wi-Fi Innovation Act, provisions related to the band reserved for Dedicated Short Range Communications used in vehicle-to-vehicle communications. H.R. 4811, Bureau Guidance Transparency Act, all provisions H.R. 5062, Examination and Supervisory Privilege Parity Act, all provisions Changes to Federal Communications Commission rules on Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (U-NII) devices in the 5GHz band, provisions seeking comment on making available an additional 195 megahertz of spectrum in the 5.35-5.47 GHz and 5.85-5.925 GHz bands for U-NII devices use (ET Docket No. 13-49; FCC 13-22). Issues relating to the use of E-15 in motor vehicles, including H.R. 875: To provide for a comprehensive assessment of the scientific and technical research on the implications of the use of mid-level ethanol blends, and for other purposes (all provisions); S. 344: A bill to prohibit the Administrator of the EPA from approving the introduction into commerce of gasoline that contains greater than 10-volume-percent ethanol, and for other purposes (all provisions); and EPA regulatory decisions relating to the use of E-15 in motor vehicles (EPA-HQ-OAR-2009-0211; FRL-9258-6 and FRL-9215-5). NHTSA and EPA regulations related to corporate average fuel economy standards for 2017 and later model year light-duty vehicles (EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0799; FRL-9706-5; NHTSA-2010-0131; RIN 2060-AQ54; RIN 2127-AK79). NHTSA regulations regarding driver distraction guidelines for in-vehicle electronic devices (Docket No. NHTSA-2010-0053). Changes to EPA rules related to Tier 3 motor vehicle emission and fuel standards (EPA-HQ-OAR-2011-0135; RIN 2060-AQ86). Implementation of P.L. No. 112-141 - Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21), provisions related to motor vehicle and highway safety. NHTSA pending regulations on vehicle-to-vehicle communications for lightweight vehicles.
Client expense: $20,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE
2014 · fourth_quarter · Automotive Industry
American Opportunity Carbon Fee Act (S 2940) Secret Science Reform Act (HR 4012) Energy/Fuel Economy/Greenhouse Gas Issues in General Infrastructure for Electric Vehicles Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 2014 (S 2559/HR 4364) Motor Vehicle and Highway Safety Enhancement Act of 2014 (S 2760) Early Warning Reporting System Improvement Act of 2014 (S 2151) Raechel and Jacqueline Houck Safe Rental Car Act of 2013 (S 921) Wi-Fi Innovation Act (S 2505) Digital Spectrum Discussions Cybersecurity Discussions Privacy Principle Discussions Driver Privacy Act (S 1925)
Client expense: $520,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE
2014 · fourth_quarter · Communications/Broadcasting/Radio/TV
Regulation of internet ; H.R. 3196 To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit the Federal Communications Commission from adopting certain rules or policies relating to multichannel video programming distributors, and for other purposes.; H.R. 5125 WiFi Innovation Act; S.2505 Wifi Innovation Act; S.2583 E-Label Act; H.R. 5156 E-Label Act
Client expense: $780,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2014 · fourth_quarter · Telecommunications
H.R.5125 and S. 2505, Wi-Fi Innovation Act,
Client expense: $650,062 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · fourth_quarter · Telecommunications
S 2505 Wi-fi Innovation Act, HR 5125 Wi-fi Innovation Act
Client expense: $320,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · fourth_quarter · Telecommunications
HR 2739: EFFICIENT USE OF GOVERNMENT SPECTRUM ACT OF 2013 - PROVISIONS RELATED TO SPECTRUM ALLOCATION POLICY HR 3674: FEDERAL SPECTRUM INCENTIVE ACT OF 2013 - PROVISIONS RELATED TO SPECTRUM ALLOCATION POLICY HR 5125: WI-FI INNOVATION ACT - PROVISIONS RELATED TO 5 GHZ S 2473: WIRELESS INNOVATION ACT OF 2014 - PROVISIONS RELATED TO SPECTRUM ALLOCATION POLICY S 2505: WI-FI INNOVATION ACT - PROVISIONS RELATED TO 5 GHZ AND SPECTRUM SHARING GENERAL DISCUSSIONS REGARDING NET NEUTRALITY, E-RATE, UNIVERSAL SERVICE, SPECTRUM, AND THE TELECOM ACT
Client expense: $310,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
2014 · fourth_quarter · Communications/Broadcasting/Radio/TV
Privacy & Data Breach Legislation; Driver Distraction; FY 2015 Commerce Appropriations. Spectrum Allocation Cybersecurity; Wi-Fi Innovation Act (H.R. 5125), (S.2505).
Client expense: $1,960,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Natl Security Council (NSC), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
2014 · fourth_quarter · Communications/Broadcasting/Radio/TV
H.R. 624 - Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act H.R. 3696 - National Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2014 H.R. 3720 - Next Generation Television Marketplace Act H.R. 4572, H.R. 5036 & S. 2454 - STELA (Satellite Television Extension and Localism Act) Reauthorization Act of 2014S. 21 - Cybersecurity and American Cyber Competitiveness Act of 2013 S. 607 - Electronic Communications Privacy Act Amendments Act of 2013 S. 912 - Television Consumer Freedom Act of 2013 S. 1193 - Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2013 S. 1353 - Cybersecurity Act of 2013 (to strengthen cybersecurity research and development and public awareness) S. 1379 - Federal Communications Commission Consolidated Reporting Act of 2013 S. 1788 - Digital Trade Act of 2013 (to promote Internet-enabled commerce and digital trade) S. 1925 - Driver Privacy Act (to ensure the bill doesn't create unintentional consequences on legitimate data uses) S. 2473 - Wireless Innovation Act of 2014 (concerning the commercial use of government-held spectrum) S. 2505 - Wi-Fi Innovation Act (concerning unlicensed spectrum use in the 5GHz band to maximize use of the band) S. 2588 - Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2014 S. 2799 - Satellite Television Access and Viewer Rights Act (concerning the authority of satellite carriers to retransmit certain television broadcast station signals) S. 2871 - Law Enforcement Access to Data Stored Abroad Act (concerning the safeguarding of data stored abroad) Video competition, program access, retransmission consent, regulation Telecommunications policy framework; competition Net neutrality/Internet governance, including the responsibilities of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) concerning Internet Assigned Numbers Authority functions and the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) functions Privacy; data security/retention/data breach notification Potential legislation to streamline siting permits for broadband buildout on federal land Issues associated with cloud services and potential regulation Mobile payments applications and regulation Telematics, including potential regulation that could affect deployment Spectrum policy/holdings/allocations/auctions/fees
Client expense: $2,970,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Federal Reserve System, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
2014 · fourth_quarter · Automotive Industry
U.S. - EU Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership Tier 3 RegulationsH.R.724 -- To amend the Clean Air Act to remove the requirement for dealer certification of new light-duty motor vehicles. H.R.875 -- To provide for a comprehensive assessment of the scientific and technical research on the implications of the use of mid-level ethanol blends, and for other purposes. H.R.1027 -- Advanced Vehicle Technology Act of 2013. H.R.2414 -- Black Box Privacy Protection Act H.R.4013 -- Low Volume Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Standards. H.R.4340 -- Safety Through Informed Consumers Act of 2014. H.R.4364 -- Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 2014 H.R.4834 -- Grow America Act H.R.5107 -- Fuel Choice for American Prosperity and Security Act of 2014 H.R.5125 -- Wi-Fi Innovation Act H.R.5403 -- Reforming CFPB Indirect Auto Financing Guidance Act H.R.5654 -- Vehicle Safety Improvement Act of 2014 S.344 -- To prohibit the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency from approving the introduction into commerce of gasoline that contains greater than 10-volume-percent ethanol, and for other purposes. S.488 -- Advanced Vehicle Technology Act of 2013. S.921 -- Raechel and Jacqueline Houck Safe Rental Car Act of 2013. S.1230 - Alternative Fueled Vehicles Competitiveness and Energy Security Act of 2013. S.1925 -- Driver Privacy Act S.2151 -- Early Warning Reporting System Improvement Act of 2014 S.2171 -- Location Privacy Protection Act of 2014 S.2284 -- Pedestrian Safety Act of 2014 S.2322 -- MAP-21 Reauthorization Act S.2398 -- Automaker Accountability Act of 2014 S. 2505 -- Wi-Fi Innovation Act S.2559 -- Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 2014 S.2615 -- To establish criminal penalties for failing to inform and warn of serious dangers. S.2760 -- Motor Vehicle and Highway Safety Enhancement Act of 2014 S.2819 -- Raechel and Jacqueline Houck Safe Rental Car Act of 2014 S.2949 -- Motor Vehicle Safety Whistleblower Act 5.9 GHz Regulation/Connected Vehicle Regulations Distracted Driving Guidelines. Transportation Reauthorization Draft Spectrum Bill Auto Haulers APEC Roadmap for International Electric Vehicle Standards
Client expense: $2,060,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP), Research & Special Programs Administration, SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2014 · fourth_quarter · Telecommunications
H.R.5125 -- Wi-Fi Innovation Act S. 2505 -- Wi-Fi Innovation Act 5.9 GHz Regulation/Connected Vehicle Regulations
Client expense: $2,060,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP), Research & Special Programs Administration, SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2014 · fourth_quarter · Communications/Broadcasting/Radio/TV
H.R.5125 -- Wi-Fi Innovation Act S.2171 -- Location Privacy Protection Act of 2014 S. 2505 -- Wi-Fi Innovation Act 5.9 GHz Regulation/Connected Vehicle Regulations
Client expense: $2,060,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP), Research & Special Programs Administration, SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2014 · fourth_quarter · Telecommunications
H.R. 3696 - National Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2013 S. 2473 - Wireless Innovation Act of 2014 S. 2505 - the Wi-Fi Innovation Act S. 2588 - Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act Issues regarding the deployment of FM chips in mobile telephones Issues related to cybersecurity Issues related to oversight of the Federal Communications Commission Issues related to spectrum policy, including efforts to reallocate federal spectrum for commercial use Issues related to the FCC's Open Internet Order Issues related to the deployment of E911/NG911 capabilities, including text to 911 solutions Issues related to the deployment of wireless infrastructure
Client expense: $2,350,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · fourth_quarter · Automotive Industry
Issues related to the automotive manufacturing industry. S.2505, Wi-Fi Innovation Act, issues related to connected vehicle technology. S.1925, Driver Privacy Act, issues related to event data recorders (EDRs).
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $40,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · fourth_quarter · Communications/Broadcasting/Radio/TV
Regulation of internet ; H.R. 3196 To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit the Federal Communications Commission from adopting certain rules or policies relating to multichannel video programming distributors, and for other purposes.; H.R. 5125 WiFi Innovation Act; S.2505 Wifi Innovation Act; S.2583 E-Label Act; H.R. 5156 E-Label Act
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $60,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · fourth_quarter · Telecommunications
FCC National Broadband Plan; FCC Re-classification of broadband Internet access services/network management; implementation of Title VI of Middle Class Tax Reform & Job Creation Act of 2011; issues concerning the provision of wireless services; S.517 Unlocking Consumer Choices & Wireless Competition Act; spectrum policy/re-allocation; S.2505, Wi-Fi Innovation Act.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $100,000
Government targets: Federal Communications Commission (FCC), SENATE, White House Office
2014 · fourth_quarter · Telecommunications
Special access telecommunications elements; FCC National Broadband Plan; FCC re-classification of broadband Internet access services/network management; S.517 Unlocking Consumer Choices & Wireless Competition Act; implementation of Title VI of Middle Class Tax Reform & Job Creation Act of 2011; S.2505, Wi-Fi Innovation Act.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $70,000
Government targets: Federal Communications Commission (FCC), SENATE
2014 · fourth_quarter · Telecommunications
FCC National Broadband Plan; S.609 Electronic Communications Privacy Act Amendments of 2013; S.21 Cybersecurity & American Cyber Competitiveness Act; implementation of Title VI of Middle Class Tax Reform & Job Creation Act of 2011; HR 2454, Aaron's Law Act of 2013; S.517 Unlocking Consumer Choices & Wireless Competition Act; S.987, Free Flow of Information Act of 2013; S.1353, Cybersecurity Act of 2013; S.1215, FISA Accountability & Privacy Protection Act of 2013; Allocation ofUnlicensed Spectrum; FCC Process Reform; Preserving Open Internet/Broadband Industry Practices; S.2454, Satellite Television Access Reauthorization Act of 2014; S.2977, Satellite Television Access & Viewer Rights Act; S.2536, Stop Advertising Victims of Exploitation Act of 2014; S.2505, Wi-Fi Innovation Act.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $60,000
Government targets: Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, White House Office
2014 · fourth_quarter · Telecommunications
FCC National Broadband Plan; S.609 Electronic Communications Privacy Act Amendments of 2013; S.21 Cybersecurity & American Cyber Competitiveness Act; Implementation of Title VI of Middle Class Tax Reform & Job Creation Act of 2011; S.987, Free Flow of Information Act of 2013; S.1353, Cybersecurity Act of 2013; Allocation of Unlicensed Spectrum; Preserving Open Internet/Broadband Industry Practices; S.2505, Wi-Fi Innovation Act.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $100,000
Government targets: Federal Communications Commission (FCC), SENATE, White House Office
2014 · fourth_quarter · Automotive Industry
Federal policy in the automotive and transportation sectors, specifically safety, environmental, manufacturing, trade, foreign affairs and labor relations. S. 1230 - Alternative Fueled Vehicles Competitiveness and Energy Security Act of 2013, all provisions. H.R. 2609, S. 1245 - Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2014, sections related to advanced technology vehicles. H.R. 1663, S. 780 - PARTS Act, all provisions. S. 1925 - Protect Driver Privacy Act, all provisions. H.R. 4364 - Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 2014, all provisions. S. 2615 - Hide No Harm Act, all provisions. H.R. 4361 - Sunshine in Litigation Act, all provisions. S. 2151 - Early Warning Reporting System Improvement Act, all provisions. S. 2171 - Location Privacy Protection Act, all provisions. S. 2260 - Expiring Provisions Improvement Reform and Efficiency Act, provisions regarding hydrogen and fuel cell motor vehicles. H.R. 4733 - Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Infrastructure Act, all provisions. S. 1976 - Data Security and Breach Notification Act, all provisions. S. 2322 - Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Reauthorization Act, all provisions. S. 921 - Safe Rental Car Act, all provisions. S. 2505 - Wi-Fi Innovation Act, provisions realated to the band reserved for Dedicated Short Range Communications used in vehicle-to-vehicle communications. Changes to Federal Communications Commission rules on Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (U-NII) devices in the 5GHz band, provisions seeking comment on making available an additional 195 megahertz of spectrum in the 5.35-5.47 GHz and 5.85-5.925 GHz bands for U-NII devices use (ET Docket No. 13-49; FCC 13-22). Issues relating to the use of E-15 in motor vehicles, including H.R. 875: To provide for a comprehensive assessment of the scientific and technical research on the implications of the use of mid-level ethanol blends, and for other purposes (all provisions); S. 344: A bill to prohibit the Administrator of the EPA from approving the introduction into commerce of gasoline that contains greater than 10-volume-percent ethanol, and for other purposes (all provisions); and EPA regulatory decisions relating to the use of E-15 in motor vehicles (EPA-HQ-OAR-2009-0211; FRL-9258-6 and FRL-9215-5). NHTSA and EPA regulations related to corporate average fuel economy standards for 2017 and later model year light-duty vehicles (EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0799; FRL-9706-5; NHTSA-2010-0131; RIN 2060-AQ54; RIN 2127-AK79). NHTSA regulations regarding driver distraction guidelines for in-vehicle electronic devices (Docket No. NHTSA-2010-0053). Changes to EPA rules related to Tier 3 motor vehicle emission and fuel standards (EPA-HQ-OAR-2011-0135; RIN 2060-AQ86). Implementation of P.L. No. 112-141 - Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21), provisions related to motor vehicle and highway safety. NHTSA pending regulations on vehicle-to-vehicle communications for lightweight vehicles. S. 2760 - Motor Vehicle and Highway Safety Enhancement Act, all provisions.
Client expense: $193,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
2014 · third_quarter · Telecommunications
- HR 624 Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act- all provisions relating to cable. - HR 845 Saving High-Tech Innovators from Egregious Legal Disputes Act - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 983 Online Communications and Geolocation Protection Act- all provisions relating to cable. - HR 989 To prohibit the use of funds for the Lifeline program - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 1312, Geolocational Privacy and Surveillance Act- all provisions relating to cable. - HR 1468, Strengthening and Enhancing Cybersecurity by Using Research, Education, Information, and Technology (SECURE IT) Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 1580 To affirm the policy of the United States regarding Internet governance - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 1639 To amend the Rural Electrification Act of 1936 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 1847 Electronic Communications Privacy Act Amendments Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 1852 Email Privacy Act - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 1860 Criminal Code Modernization and Simplification Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 1960 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 1962 Free Flow of Information Act - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 2014 Telephone Records Protection Act - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 2024 End Anonymous Patents Act - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 2454 Aarons Law Act of 2013, reforming the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act to clarify the meaning of access without authorization - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 2642 Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 2739 Efficient Use of Government Spectrum Act - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 2766 STOP (Stopping the Offensive Use of Patents) Act - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 2911 Wireless Microphone Users Interference Protection Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 2952 CIRDA (Critical Infrastructure Research and Development Advancement) Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 3032 Executive Cyberspace Coordination Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 3107 Homeland Security Cybersecurity Boots-on-the-Ground Act - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 3309 Innovation Act, to reform the U.S. patent system - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 3349 Innovation Protection Act, creating reliable funding for the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 3361 Uniting and Strengthening America by Fulfilling Rights and Ending Eavesdropping, Dragnet Collection, and Online Monitoring Act - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 3410 "Critical Infrastructure Protection Act" ("CIPA") - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 3481 Do Not Track Kids Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 3540 Demand Letter Transparency Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 3674 Federal Spectrum Incentive Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 3696 National Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 3982 "Open Internet Preservation Act of 2014" - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 3990 "Personal Data Privacy and Security Act of 2014" - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 4070 "Internet Freedom Act" - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 4215 Federal Agency Data Breach Notification Act of 2014 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 4225 "SAVE ("Stop Advertising Victims of Exploitation Act of 2014") Act of 2014" - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 4342 "Domain Openness Through Continued Oversight Matters ("DOTCOM") Act" - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 4367 Internet Stewardship Act of 2014 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 4398 GIF (Global Internet Freedom) Act of 2014 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 4400 Data Accountability and Trust Act - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 4660 Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2015 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 4711 Commercial Privacy Bill of Rights Act of 2014 and the Do Not Track Kids Act of 2014 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 4752 To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to limit the authority of the Federal Communications Commission over providers of broadband Internet access service - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 4800 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2015 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 4870 Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2015 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 4880 Online Competition and Consumer Choice Act of 2014 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 4903 Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2015 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 5016 Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2015 - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 5125 Wi-Fi Innovation Act - all provisions relating to cable. - HR 5429 Open Internet Act of 2014 - all provisions relating to cable. - HJRes 124 Continuing Appropriations Resolution, 2015 - all provisions relating to cable. - S 418 Do-Not-Track Online Act of 2013- all provisions related to cable. - S 607 Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - S 639 Geolocational Privacy and Surveillance Act - all provisions relating to cable. - S 774 To require the Comptroller General of the United States to submit a report to Congress on the effectiveness of the Federal Communications Commissions universal service reforms - all provisions relating to cable. - S 866 Patent Quality Improvement Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - S 987 Free Flow of Information Act - all provisions relating to cable. - S 1013 "Patent Abuse Reduction Act of 2013" - all provisions relating to cable. - S 1193 "Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2013" - all provisions relating to cable. - S 1196 Aarons Law Act of 2013, reforming the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act to clarify the meaning of access without authorization- all provisions relating to cable. - S 1353 Cybersecurity Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - S 1612 "Patent Litigation Integrity Act of 2013" - all provisions relating to cable. - S 1631 Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) Improvements Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - S 1638 Cybersecurity Public Awareness Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - S 1681 "Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014" - all provisions relating to cable. - S 1700 Do Not Track Kids Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - S 1720 Patent Transparency and Improvements Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - S 1766 "USF Equitable Distribution Act of 2013" - all provisions relating to cable. - S 1776 Rural Spectrum Accessibility Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - S 1858 Rural Broadband Investment (RBI) Act of 2013 - all provisions relating to cable. - S 1897 "Personal Data Privacy and Security Act of 2014" - all provisions relating to cable. - S 1927 "Data Security Act of 2014" - all provisions relating to cable. - S 1976 "Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2014" - all provisions relating to cable. - S 1981 "Open Internet Preservation Act of 2014" - all provisions relating to cable. - S 1995 "Personal Data Protection and Breach Accountability Act of 2014" - all provisions relating to cable. - S 2025 "Data Broker Accountability and Transparency Act" - all provisions relating to cable. - S 2049 "Transparency in Assertion of Patents Act" - all provisions relating to cable. - S 2146 "Patent Fee Integrity Act" - all provisions relating to cable. - S 2155 "Maximizing Spectrum Efficiency and Value Act of 2014" - all provisions relating to cable. - S 2171 "Location Privacy Protection Act of 2014" - all provisions relating to cable. - S 2378 Commercial Privacy Bill of Rights Act of 2014 and the Do Not Track Kids Act of 2014 - all provisions relating to cable. - S 2389 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2015 - all provisions relating to cable. - S 2410 Carl Levin National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015 - all provisions relating to cable. - S 2437 Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2015 - all provisions relating to cable. - S 2438 Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2015 - all provisions relating to cable. - S 2473 Wireless Innovation Act of 2014 - all provisions relating to cable. - S 2476 Online Competition and Consumer Choice Act of 2014 - all provisions relating to cable. - S 2505 Wi-Fi Innovation Act - all provisions relating to cable. - S 2519 - National Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Center Act of 2014
Client expense: $3,810,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Defense, Dept of (DOD), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA), Natl Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST), Natl Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA), Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP), SENATE
2014 · third_quarter · Telecommunications
S. 2505 / H.R. 5125 - The Wi-Fi Innovation Act; data security and breach notification, net neutrality, unlicensed spectrum
Client expense: $190,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Natl Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
2014 · third_quarter · Telecommunications
Advocated for increasing Wi-Fi access at 5GHz: supported introduction of H.R. 5125, The Wi-Fi Innovation Act (companion to S. 2505), to expand unlicensed spectrum use; S. 2505, The Wi-Fi Innovation Act, to expand unlicensed spectrum use.
Client expense: $810,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Natl Telecommunications & Information Administration (NTIA), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
2014 · third_quarter · Communications/Broadcasting/Radio/TV
H.R.5125 -- Wi-Fi Innovation Act S.2171 -- Location Privacy Protection Act of 2014 S. 2505 -- Wi-Fi Innovation Act 5.9 GHz Regulation/Connected Vehicle Regulations
Client expense: $1,460,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP), Research & Special Programs Administration, SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2014 · third_quarter · Telecommunications
H.R.5125 -- Wi-Fi Innovation Act S. 2505 -- Wi-Fi Innovation Act 5.9 GHz Regulation/Connected Vehicle Regulations
Client expense: $1,460,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP), Research & Special Programs Administration, SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2014 · third_quarter · Automotive Industry
U.S. - EU Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership Tier 3 RegulationsH.R.724 -- To amend the Clean Air Act to remove the requirement for dealer certification of new light-duty motor vehicles. H.R.875 -- To provide for a comprehensive assessment of the scientific and technical research on the implications of the use of mid-level ethanol blends, and for other purposes. H.R.1027 -- Advanced Vehicle Technology Act of 2013. H.R.2414 -- Black Box Privacy Protection Act H.R.4013 -- Low Volume Motor Vehicle Manufacturers Standards. H.R.4340 -- Safety Through Informed Consumers Act of 2014. H.R.4364 -- Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 2014 H.R.4834 -- Grow America Act H.R.5107 -- Fuel Choice for American Prosperity and Security Act of 2014 H.R.5125 -- Wi-Fi Innovation Act H.R.5403 -- Reforming CFPB Indirect Auto Financing Guidance Act H.R.5654 -- Vehicle Safety Improvement Act of 2014 S.344 -- To prohibit the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency from approving the introduction into commerce of gasoline that contains greater than 10-volume-percent ethanol, and for other purposes. S.488 -- Advanced Vehicle Technology Act of 2013. S.921 -- Raechel and Jacqueline Houck Safe Rental Car Act of 2013. S.1230 - Alternative Fueled Vehicles Competitiveness and Energy Security Act of 2013. S.1925 -- Driver Privacy Act S.2151 -- Early Warning Reporting System Improvement Act of 2014 S.2171 -- Location Privacy Protection Act of 2014 S.2284 -- Pedestrian Safety Act of 2014 S.2322 -- MAP-21 Reauthorization Act S.2398 -- Automaker Accountability Act of 2014 S. 2505 -- Wi-Fi Innovation Act S.2559 -- Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 2014 S.2615 -- To establish criminal penalties for failing to inform and warn of serious dangers. S.2760 -- Motor Vehicle and Highway Safety Enhancement Act of 2014 S.2819 -- Raechel and Jacqueline Houck Safe Rental Car Act of 2014 5.9 GHz Regulation/Connected Vehicle Regulations Distracted Driving Guidelines. Transportation Reauthorization Draft Spectrum Bill Auto Haulers APEC Roadmap for International Electric Vehicle Standards
Client expense: $1,460,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of Science & Technology Policy (OSTP), Research & Special Programs Administration, SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2014 · third_quarter · Telecommunications
H.R. 624 - Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act H.R. 1580 - To affirm the policy of the United States regarding Internet governance H.R. 2952 - CIRDA Act of 2013; would amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to make certain improvements in the laws relating to the advancement of security technologies for critical infrastructure protection, and for other purposesH.R. 4342 - Domain Openness through Continued Oversight Matters Act of 2014 or the DOTCOM Act of 2014 H.R. 4752 - To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to limit the authority of the Federal Communications Commission overproviders of broadband Internet access service H.R. 4880 - Online Competition and Consumer Choice Act of 2014 S. 21 - Cybersecurity and American Cyber Competitiveness Act of 2013 S. 418 - Do-Not-Track Online Act of 2013 S. 761 Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act of 2013; would promote energy savings in residential and commercial buildings and industry, and for other purposes. S. 1193 Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2013; would require certain entities that collect and maintain personal information of individuals to secure such information and to provide notice to such individuals in the case of a breach of security involving such information, and for other purposes S. 1353 Cybersecurity Act of 2013; would provide for an ongoing, voluntary public-private partnership to improve cybersecurity, and to strengthen cybersecurity research and development, workforce development and education, and public awareness and preparedness, and for other purposes. S. 2476 - Online Competition and Consumer Choice Act of 2014 S. 2505 - Wi-Fi Innovation Act The proposed merger between Time Warner Cable and Comcast
Client expense: $1,800,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · third_quarter · Communications/Broadcasting/Radio/TV
H.R. 624 - Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act H.R. 3696 - National Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2014 H.R. 3720 - Next Generation Television Marketplace Act H.R. 1123 & S. 517 - Unlocking Consumer Choice and Wireless Competition ActH.R. 4572, H.R. 5036 & S. 2454 - STELA (Satellite Television Extension and Localism Act) Reauthorization Act of 2014 H.R. 4880 & S. 2476 - Online Competition and Consumer Choice Act (concerning prioritization of Internet traffic) S. 21 - Cybersecurity and American Cyber Competitiveness Act of 2013 S. 607 - Electronic Communications Privacy Act Amendments Act of 2013 S. 912 - Television Consumer Freedom Act of 2013 S. 1193 - Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2013 S. 1353 - Cybersecurity Act of 2013 (to strengthen cybersecurity research and development and public awareness) S. 1379 - Federal Communications Commission Consolidated Reporting Act of 2013 S. 1788 - Digital Trade Act of 2013 (to promote Internet-enabled commerce and digital trade) S. 1925 - Driver Privacy Act (to ensure the bill doesn't create unintentional consequences on legitimate data uses) S. 2354 - Cybersecurity Workforce Recruitment and Retention Act of 2014 S. 2473 - Wireless Innovation Act of 2014 (concerning the commercial use of government-held spectrum) S. 2505 - Wi-Fi Innovation Act (concerning unlicensed spectrum use in the 5GHz band to maximize use of the band) S. 2588 - Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2014 S. 2799 - Satellite Television Access and Viewer Rights Act (concerning the authority of satellite carriers to retransmit certain television broadcast station signals) S. 2871 - Law Enforcement Access to Data Stored Abroad Act (concerning the safeguarding of data stored abroad) Video competition, program access, retransmission consent, regulation Telecommunications policy framework; competition; interconnection Net neutrality/Internet governance, including the responsibilities of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) concerning Internet Assigned Numbers Authority functions and the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) functions Privacy; data security/retention/breach; location based services LTE deployment Potential legislation to streamline siting permits for broadband buildout on federal land Issues associated with cloud services and potential regulation Mobile payments applications and regulation Telematics, including potential legislation that could affect deployment Spectrum policy/holdings/allocations/auctions/fees Wireless alerts (in potential emergency situations)
Client expense: $2,910,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Federal Reserve System, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
2014 · third_quarter · Automotive Industry
Expiring Provisions Improvement Reform and Efficiency (EXPIRE) Act (S. 2260) Energy/Fuel Economy/Greenhouse Gas Issues in General Infrastructure for Electric Vehicles Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 2014 (S 2559/HR 4364) Motor Vehicle and Highway Safety Enhancement Act of 2014 (S 2760) Raechel and Jacqueline Houck Safe Rental Car Act of 2013 (S 921) Wi-Fi Innovation Act (S 2505) Digital Spectrum Discussions Driver Privacy Act (S 1925)
Client expense: $780,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Economic Council (NEC), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE
2014 · third_quarter · Telecommunications
H.R. 2844 / S. 1379, Federal Communications Commission Consolidated Reporting Act of 2013; H.R. 4435, Howard P. "Buck" McKeon National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2015, potential amendment regarding sanctions against Russia and Iran; H.R. 5125 / S. 2505, Wi-Fi Innovation Act;S. 2473, Wireless Innovation Act of 2014; Potential legislation regarding spectrum allocation; Issues relating to satellite communication, including the C-band (4GHz - 8GHz); Potential issues relating to satellite access sanctions.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $20,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
2014 · third_quarter · Communications/Broadcasting/Radio/TV
Regulation of internet ; H.R. 3196 To amend the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit the Federal Communications Commission from adopting certain rules or policies relating to multichannel video programming distributors, and for other purposes.; H.R. 5125 WiFi Innovation Act; S.2505 Wifi Innovation Act; S.2583 E-Label Act; H.R. 5156 E-Label Act
Client expense: $730,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2014 · third_quarter · Telecommunications
General spectrum issues Cybersecurity S.2505 - WiFi Innovation Act
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $120,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · third_quarter · Telecommunications
Wifi Innovation Act S.2505/H.R. 5125
Client expense: $360,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · third_quarter · Automotive Industry
Federal policy in the automotive and transportation sectors, specifically motor vehicle and highway safety, energy, environmental and motor vehicle fuels (no specific legislation).S. 2260, Expiring Provisions Improvement Reform and Efficiency Act, provisions regarding hydrogen and fuel cell motor vehicles H.R. 4733, Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Infrastructure Act, all provisions S. 2505, Wi-Fi Innovation Act, all provisions S. 2284, Pedestrian Safety Act, all provisions S. 1925, Protect Driver Privacy Act, all provisions H.R. 4364, Motor Vehicle Safety Act, all provisions S. 2151, Early Warning Reporting System Improvement Act, all provisions H.R. 4361, Sunshine in Litigation Act, all provisions S. 2760, Motor Vehicle and Highway Safety Enhancement Act, all provisions S.2615, Hide No Harm Act, all provisions H.R. 5062, Examination and Supervisory Privilege Parity Act, all provisions H.R. 4811, Bureau Guidance Transparency Act, all provisions S. 2322, MAP-21 Reauthorization Act, all provisions S. 921, Safe Rental Car Act, all provisions Implementation of P.L. No. 112-141 - Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21), provisions related to motor vehicle and highway safety. Issues relating to the use of E-15 in motor vehicles, including H.R. 875: To provide for a comprehensive assessment of the scientific and technical research on the implications of the use of mid-level ethanol blends, and for other purposes (all provisions); S. 344: A bill to prohibit the Administrator of the EPA from approving the introduction into commerce of gasoline that contains greater than 10-volume-percent ethanol, and for other purposes (all provisions); and EPA regulatory decisions relating to the use of E-15 in motor vehicles (EPA-HQ-OAR-2009-0211; FRL-9258-6 and FRL-9215-5. Changes to the FCC rules on Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (U-NII) Devices in the 5 GHz Band, provisions seeking comment on making available an additional 195 megahertz of spectrum in the 5.35 - 5.47 GHz and 5.85 - 5.925 GHz bands for U-NII devices use (ET Docket No. 13-49; FCC 13-22). Changes to EPA rules related to Tier 3 motor vehicle emission and fuel standards (EPA-HQ-OAR-2011-0135; RIN 2060-AQ86). NHTSA and EPA regulations related to corporate average fuel economy standards for 2017 and later model year light-duty vehicles (NHTSA-2010-0131; RIN 2060-AQ54; RIN 2127-AK79; EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0799; FRL-9706-5). NHTSA regulations regarding driver distraction guidelines for in-vehicle electronic devices (Docket No. NHTSA 2010-0053). NHTSA pending regulations on vehicle-to-vehicle communications for light-duty vehicles (Docket No. NHTSA-2014-0022).
Client expense: $20,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE
2014 · third_quarter · Automotive Industry
Federal policy in the automotive and transportation sectors, specifically safety, environmental, manufacturing, trade, foreign affairs and labor relations. S. 1230 - Alternative Fueled Vehicles Competitiveness and Energy Security Act of 2013, all provisions. H.R. 4923 - Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2014, sections related to advanced technology vehicles. H.R. 1663, S. 780 - PARTS Act, all provisions. S. 1925 - Protect Driver Privacy Act, all provisions. H.R. 4364 - Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 2014, all provisions. H.R. 4361 - Sunshine in Litigation Act, all provisions. S. 2151 - Early Warning Reporting System Improvement Act, all provisions. S. 2171 - Location Privacy Protection Act, all provisions. S. 2260 - Expiring Provisions Improvement Reform and Efficiency Act, provisions regarding hydrogen and fuel cell motor vehicles. H.R. 4733 - Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Infrastructure Act, all provisions. S. 1976 - Data Security and Breach Notification Act, all provisions. S. 2322 - Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Reauthorization Act, all provisions. S. 921 - Safe Rental Car Act, all provisions. S. 2505 - Wi-Fi Innovation Act, provisions related to the band reserved for Dedicated Short Range Communications used in vehicle-to-vehicle communications. Changes to Federal Communications Commission rules on Unlicensed National Information Infrastructure (U-NII) devices in the 5GHz band, provisions seeking comment on making available an additional 195 megahertz of spectrum in the 5.35-5.47 GHz and 5.85-5.925 GHz bands for U-NII devices use (ET Docket No. 13-49; FCC 13-22). Issues relating to the use of E-15 in motor vehicles, including H.R. 875: To provide for a comprehensive assessment of the scientific and technical research on the implications of the use of mid-level ethanol blends, and for other purposes (all provisions); S. 344: A bill to prohibit the Administrator of the EPA from approving the introduction into commerce of gasoline that contains greater than 10-volume-percent ethanol, and for other purposes (all provisions); and EPA regulatory decisions relating to the use of E-15 in motor vehicles (EPA-HQ-OAR-2009-0211; FRL-9258-6 and FRL-9215-5). NHTSA and EPA regulations related to corporate average fuel economy standards for 2017 and later model year light-duty vehicles (EPA-HQ-OAR-2010-0799; FRL-9706-5; NHTSA-2010-0131; RIN 2060-AQ54; RIN 2127-AK79). NHTSA regulations regarding driver distraction guidelines for in-vehicle electronic devices (Docket No. NHTSA-2010-0053). Changes to EPA rules related to Tier 3 motor vehicle emission and fuel standards (EPA-HQ-OAR-2011-0135; RIN 2060-AQ86). Implementation of P.L. No. 112-141 - Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21), provisions related to motor vehicle and highway safety. NHTSA pending regulations on vehicle-to-vehicle communications for lightweight vehicles. S. 2760 - Motor Vehicle and Highway Safety Enhancement Act, all provisions. (Draft legislation) - Safeguarding motor vehicles from cyber-attacks. Late last year Sen. Ed Markey (D-MA) asked automakers to describe how vehicles can be protected from cyber security threats and how drivers can be protected from privacy violations. Markey likely will conduct a hearing on these topics and may introduce legislation.
Client expense: $185,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
2014 · third_quarter · Telecommunications
FCC National Broadband Plan; FCC Re-classification of broadband Internet access services/network management; implementation of Title VI of Middle Class Tax Reform & Job Creation Act of 2011; issues concerning the provision of wireless services; S.517 Unlocking Consumer Choices & Wireless Competition Act; spectrum policy/re-allocation; S.2505, Wi-Fi Innovation Act.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $100,000
Government targets: Federal Communications Commission (FCC), SENATE, White House Office
2014 · third_quarter · Telecommunications
Special access telecommunications elements; FCC National Broadband Plan; FCC re-classification of broadband Internet access services/network management; S.517 Unlocking Consumer Choices & Wireless Competition Act; implementation of Title VI of Middle Class Tax Reform & Job Creation Act of 2011; S.2505, Wi-Fi Innovation Act.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $70,000
Government targets: Federal Communications Commission (FCC), SENATE
2014 · third_quarter · Telecommunications
FCC National Broadband Plan; S.609 Electronic Communications Privacy Act Amendments of 2013; S.21 Cybersecurity & American Cyber Competitiveness Act; implementation of Title VI of Middle Class Tax Reform & Job Creation Act of 2011; HR 2454, Aaron's Law Act of 2013; S.517 Unlocking Consumer Choices & Wireless Competition Act; S.987, Free Flow of Information Act of 2013; S.1353, Cybersecurity Act of 2013; S.1215, FISA Accountability & Privacy Protection Act of 2013; Allocation ofUnlicensed Spectrum; FCC Process Reform; Preserving Open Internet/Broadband Industry Practices; S.2454, Satellite Television Access Reauthorization Act of 2014; S.2977, Satellite Television Access & Viewer Rights Act; S.2536, Stop Advertising Victims of Exploitation Act of 2014; S.2505, Wi-Fi Innovation Act.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $60,000
Government targets: Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, White House Office
2014 · third_quarter · Telecommunications
FCC National Broadband Plan; S.609 Electronic Communications Privacy Act Amendments of 2013; S.21 Cybersecurity & American Cyber Competitiveness Act; Implementation of Title VI of Middle Class Tax Reform & Job Creation Act of 2011; S.987, Free Flow of Information Act of 2013; S.1353, Cybersecurity Act of 2013; Allocation of Unlicensed Spectrum; FCC Process Reform; Preserving Open Internet/Broadband Industry Practices; S.2505, Wi-Fi Innovation Act.
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $100,000
Government targets: Federal Communications Commission (FCC), SENATE, White House Office
2014 · third_quarter · Automotive Industry
Issues related to the automotive manufacturing industry. S.2505, Wi-Fi Innovation Act, issues related to connected vehicle technology. S.1925, Driver Privacy Act, issues related to event data recorders (EDRs).
Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $40,000
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
2014 · third_quarter · Telecommunications
H.R. 1123 / S. 517 - the Unlocking Consumer Choice and Wireless Competition Act H.R. 1575 / S. 721 - the Kelsey Smith Act H.R. 3283 - Integrated Public Alert and Warning System Modernization Act of 2013 H.R. 3670 - Anti-Spoofing Act of 2013 H.R. 5161 / S. 2583 - the E-LABEL Act S. 1379 - the Federal Communications Commission Consolidated Reporting Act S. 2473 - Wireless Innovation Act of 2014 S. 2505 - the Wi-Fi Innovation Act S. 2588 - Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act S. 2664 - the IPAWS Modernization Act PL 112-96 - Implementation of the spectrum provisions of PL 112-96 Issues related to cybersecurity Issues related to oversight of the Federal Communications Commission Issues related to spectrum policy, including efforts to reallocate federal spectrum for commercial use Issues related to stolen phones Issues related to the FCC's Open Internet Order Issues related to the deployment of wireless infrastructure Issues related to wireless carrier billing practices
Client expense: $1,950,000 · Firm income: Not reported
Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE