PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act of 2018

H.R. 906, Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act of 2017 S. 2564, PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act (PROTECT Act) Tort issues including asbestos bankruptcy trust reform

Client expense: $380,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of

Background on federal civil and criminal enforcement against business, and over criminalization of federal law (no specific legislation); general background on the False Claims Act; general background on legal reform; and H.R. 985, the Fairness in Class Action Litigation Act, Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act; S. 2564, Protect Asbestos Victims Act of 2018; S. 2815, Litigation Funding Transparency Act of 2018, and other asbestos reform policy.

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

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 906, Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act of 2017 S. 2564, PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act (PROTECT Act) Tort issues including asbestos bankruptcy trust reform

Client expense: $440,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of

Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act, H.R. 906; H.R. 985; FICLA., S. 2564, Protect Asbestos Victims act of 2018.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $80,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Treasury, Dept of

H.R. 906 (Furthering Asbestos Claims Transparency Act); amends title 11 of the United States Code to require the public disclosure by trusts established under section 524(g) of such title, of quarterly reports that contain detailed information regarding the receipt and disposition of claims for injuries based on exposure to asbestos. H.R. 1563 (Mary Jo Lawyer Spano Mesothelioma Patient Registry Act of 2017); amends the Public Health Service Act to provide for the establishment of a mesothelioma patient registry. H.R. 575 (Cosmetic Modernization Amendments of 2017); amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish new procedures and requirements for the registration of cosmetic manufacturing establishments, the submission of cosmetic and ingredient statements, and the reporting of serious cosmetic adverse events. S. 1113 (Personal Care Products Safety Act); amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to ensure the safety of cosmetics. H.R. 832 (Arbitration Transparency Act); amends title 9 of the United States Code to require that arbitration proceedings in certain disputes involving consumer financial products and services be open to the public. S. 542 (Safety Over Arbitration Act of 2017); amends title 9, United States Code, with respect to arbitration where the claim or controversy alleges facts relevant to a hazard to public health or safety. S. 552/H.R. 1414 (Justice for Victims of Fraud Act); amends the Truth in Lending Act and the Electronic Fund Transfer Act to provide justice to victims of fraud. S. 550/H.R. 1396 (Restoring Statutory Rights Act); invalidates arbitration agreements between parties in certain commercial contracts or transactions if they require arbitration of a claim for damages or injunctive relief brought by an individual or small business arising from the alleged violation of a federal or state statute, the U.S. Constitution, or a state constitution. S. 646/H.R. 2631 (Justice for Servicemembers and Veterans Act); amends title 38, United States Code, to improve the enforcement of employment and reemployment rights of members of the uniformed services, to amend the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to improve the protection of members of the uniformed services. S. 647 (Mandatory Arbitration Transparency Act); amends title 9, United States Code, with respect to arbitration. S. 537/H.R. 1374 (Arbitration Fairness Act); prohibits mandatory, pre-dispute arbitration in employment, consumer, antitrust, or civil rights disputes. S. 2203/H.R. 4734/H.R. 4570 (Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Harassment Act of 2017); prohibits a pre-dispute arbitration agreement from being valid or enforceable if it requires arbitration of a sex discrimination dispute. H.R. 3857 (PASS Act of 2017); amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to lower standards of conduct for brokers and dealers that are in the best interest of their retail customers. S. 534/H.R. 1973 (Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse Act of 2017); prevents the sexual abuse of minors and amateur athletes by requiring the prompt reporting of sexual abuse to law enforcement authorities S. 2564, (PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act of 2018); restricts claims against asbestos trusts and provides for criminal penalties for fraudulent claims. S. 1112, (Maternal Health Accountability Act of 2017); retricts the use of information reviewed by the maternal mortality review committee. Infomration is considered confidential and not subject to dioscvery at a civil trial. S. 2852 (Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness and Advancing Innovation Act of 2018); regarding immunity provisions, and additional variations of the bill including: H.R. 7328 (Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness and Advancing Innovation Act of 2018) and H.R. 6378 (Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness and Advancing Innovation Act of 2018). H.R. 6022/ S. 3019 (Accurate Labels Act); regarding the broad preemption of state and local labeling laws for consumer products. H.R. 6903 (Safe Cosmetics and Personal Care Products Act of 2018); amends current law to ensure the safety of cosmetics and personal care products. H.R. 919 (Blitz Gas Can bill). H.R. 3850 (Made in America Act of 2017); directs the FTC to establish labels that may be used as a voluntary means of indicating to consumers the extent to which products are of US origin; more specifically about the FTC enforcement authority. General issues pertaining to Asbestos Bankruptcy Trusts. Cosmetic Regulation and Safety and realted preemption issues in Murray Alexander draft bill. General lobbying with regard to the Education Departments borrower defenses rule. General lobbying with regard to warranties of Energy Star-rated products and ability of consumers to bring a class action against manufacturers of Energy Star-rated products. General lobbying with regard to pesticide regulations. General lobbying with regard to amending Telephone Consumer Protection Act liability. General lobbying with regard to attorney advertising issues. General lobbying with regard to asbestos exposure and related health and environmental issues. General lobbying with regard to liability issues related to regulation of cosmetics products. General lobbying with regard to TSCA implementation. General lobbying with regard to asbestos in talc and talc generally. General lobbying with regard to nursing home arbitration. General lobbying with regard to issues relating to PFOA.

H.R. 906, Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act of 2017 S. 2564, PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act of 2018 Various issues relating to the U.S. Trustees authority to oversee the administration of bankruptcy trust funds

Client expense: $9,490,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC)

H.R. 985: Fairness in Class Action Litigation and Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act of 2017 S.2564 PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act of 2018 Issues related to the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) generally including; Public Notice DA 18-493: Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau seeks comment on interpretation of the telephone consumer protection act in light of the D.C. Circuit's ACA International Decision

Client expense: $340,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Reserve System, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Postal Regulatory Commission, SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Postal Service (USPS), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)

Legislation: H.R. 906, the Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act (FACT ACT) S. 2564, The PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act of 2018 Class actions: Fairness in Class Action Litigation and Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act (FACT ACT)

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $38,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Arbitration Related Legislation Asbestos Related Legislation H.R. 906, Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act of 2017 S. 2564, Providing Responsible Oversight of Trusts to Ensure Compensation and Transparency for Asbestos Victims Act of 2018 (PROTECT Act) Bankruptcy Transparency Issues Budget Issues Municipal Surety Bond Related Issues Climate Change Natural Catastrophe Related Legislation including disaster mitigation and emergency disaster aid supplemental legislation Credit Scoring and the Use of Credit as Underwriting Tool Issues Data breach and cyber-security Related Legislation Dodd-Frank Related Legislation Oppose Expansion of the Risk Retention Act FAA Reauthorization Insurance issues relating to the authority of the Financial Stability Oversight Council Insurance issues relating to the Office of Financial Research Issues relating to Financial Services Systemic Risk Proposals Insurance issues relating to Federal Resolution Authority Issues relating to the Federal Insurance Office Insurance issues relating to liquidation authority for systemically important financial institutions and the plans for US and global regulators for higher capital requirements for financial institutions. Medical Liability Reform Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements National Flood Insurance Program and Related Legislation Opioid Reform Legislation SEC issues related to the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Act and corporate governance issues Tax Code Reform Related Issues, State and Federal Terrorism Risk Insurance and Related Issues Tort Reform Related Issues Trade and cross-border issues McCarran-Ferguson Reform and Modernization Issues Relating to Health Insurance Reform Shareholder Liability Related Issues State Bankruptcy Issues Transportation and Infrastructure Issues Legislative and Regulatory issues involving autonomous vehicles HUD Disparate impact rulemaking related issues

HR 985; HR 906; S 2564

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $40,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 143 Anticompetitive Activities H.R. 372 Health Insurance Antitrust Law Application H.R. 617 Application of the Federal Antitrust Laws H.R. 906 Asbestos Exposure Claims Reports Public Disclosure H.R. 985 Federal Court Procedures H.R. 1637 Compel Sanctions by Filing Civil Actions H.R. 1667 Insolvent Financial Institution Bankruptcy Resolution H.R. 4432 Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazards Violations S. 2564 Fraudulent Claims Against Trusts S. 237 Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2017 H.R. 6773 Attorney Accountability **Issues lobbied without specific bill numbers: Disparate Impact rule

Client expense: $1,030,000 · Firm income: Not reported

H.R. 906 (Furthering Asbestos Claims Transparency Act); amends title 11 of the United States Code to require the public disclosure by trusts established under section 524(g) of such title, of quarterly reports that contain detailed information regarding the receipt and disposition of claims for injuries based on exposure to asbestos. H.R. 1563 (Mary Jo Lawyer Spano Mesothelioma Patient Registry Act of 2017); amends the Public Health Service Act to provide for the establishment of a mesothelioma patient registry. H.R. 575 (Cosmetic Modernization Amendments of 2017); amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish new procedures and requirements for the registration of cosmetic manufacturing establishments, the submission of cosmetic and ingredient statements, and the reporting of serious cosmetic adverse events. S. 1113 (Personal Care Products Safety Act); amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to ensure the safety of cosmetics. H.R. 832 (Arbitration Transparency Act); amends title 9 of the United States Code to require that arbitration proceedings in certain disputes involving consumer financial products and services be open to the public. S. 542 (Safety Over Arbitration Act of 2017); amends title 9, United States Code, with respect to arbitration where the claim or controversy alleges facts relevant to a hazard to public health or safety. S. 552/H.R. 1414 (Justice for Victims of Fraud Act); amends the Truth in Lending Act and the Electronic Fund Transfer Act to provide justice to victims of fraud. S. 550/H.R. 1396 (Restoring Statutory Rights Act); invalidates arbitration agreements between parties in certain commercial contracts or transactions if they require arbitration of a claim for damages or injunctive relief brought by an individual or small business arising from the alleged violation of a federal or state statute, the U.S. Constitution, or a state constitution. S. 646/H.R. 2631 (Justice for Servicemembers and Veterans Act); amends title 38, United States Code, to improve the enforcement of employment and reemployment rights of members of the uniformed services, to amend the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to improve the protection of members of the uniformed services. S. 647 (Mandatory Arbitration Transparency Act); amends title 9, United States Code, with respect to arbitration. S. 537/H.R. 1374 (Arbitration Fairness Act); prohibits mandatory, pre-dispute arbitration in employment, consumer, antitrust, or civil rights disputes. S. 2203/H.R. 4734/H.R. 4570 (Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Harassment Act of 2017); prohibits a pre-dispute arbitration agreement from being valid or enforceable if it requires arbitration of a sex discrimination dispute. H.R. 3857 (PASS Act of 2017); amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to lower standards of conduct for brokers and dealers that are in the best interest of their retail customers. S. 534/H.R. 1973 (Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse Act of 2017); prevents the sexual abuse of minors and amateur athletes by requiring the prompt reporting of sexual abuse to law enforcement authorities S. 2564, (PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act of 2018); restricts claims against asbestos trusts and provides for criminal penalties for fraudulent claims. S. 1112, (Maternal Health Accountability Act of 2017); retricts the use of information reviewed by the maternal mortality review committee. Infomration is considered confidential and not subject to dioscvery at a civil trial. S. 2852 (Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness and Advancing Innovation Act of 2018); regarding immunity provisions. H.R. 6022/ S. 3019 (Accurate Labels Act); regarding the broad preemption of state and local labeling laws for consumer products. Cosmetic Regulation and Safety and realted preemption issues in Murray Alexander draft bill. General lobbying with regard to the Education Departments borrower defenses rule. General lobbying with regard to warranties of Energy Star-rated products and ability of consumers to bring a class action against manufacturers of Energy Star-rated products. General lobbying with regard to pesticide regulations. General lobbying with regard to amending Telephone Consumer Protection Act liability. General lobbying with regard to attorney advertising issues. General lobbying with regard to asbestos exposure and related health and environmental issues. General lobbying with regard to liability issues related to regulation of cosmetics products. General lobbying with regard to TSCA implementation.

Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act, H.R. 906; H.R. 985; FICLA., S. 2564, Protect Asbestos Victims act of 2018.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $80,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Treasury, Dept of

H.R. 906, Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act of 2017 S. 2564, PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act (PROTECT Act) Tort issues including asbestos bankruptcy trust reform

Client expense: $470,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of

H.R. 906 (Furthering Asbestos Claims Transparency Act); amends title 11 of the United States Code to require the public disclosure by trusts established under section 524(g) of such title, of quarterly reports that contain detailed information regarding the receipt and disposition of claims for injuries based on exposure to asbestos. H.R. 1563 (Mary Jo Lawyer Spano Mesothelioma Patient Registry Act of 2017); amends the Public Health Service Act to provide for the establishment of a mesothelioma patient registry. H.R. 575 (Cosmetic Modernization Amendments of 2017); amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish new procedures and requirements for the registration of cosmetic manufacturing establishments, the submission of cosmetic and ingredient statements, and the reporting of serious cosmetic adverse events. S. 1113 (Personal Care Products Safety Act); amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to ensure the safety of cosmetics. H.R. 832 (Arbitration Transparency Act); amends title 9 of the United States Code to require that arbitration proceedings in certain disputes involving consumer financial products and services be open to the public. S. 542 (Safety Over Arbitration Act of 2017); amends title 9, United States Code, with respect to arbitration where the claim or controversy alleges facts relevant to a hazard to public health or safety. S. 552/H.R. 1414 (Justice for Victims of Fraud Act); amends the Truth in Lending Act and the Electronic Fund Transfer Act to provide justice to victims of fraud. S. 550/H.R. 1396 (Restoring Statutory Rights Act); invalidates arbitration agreements between parties in certain commercial contracts or transactions if they require arbitration of a claim for damages or injunctive relief brought by an individual or small business arising from the alleged violation of a federal or state statute, the U.S. Constitution, or a state constitution. S. 646/H.R. 2631 (Justice for Servicemembers and Veterans Act); amends title 38, United States Code, to improve the enforcement of employment and reemployment rights of members of the uniformed services, to amend the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to improve the protection of members of the uniformed services. S. 647 (Mandatory Arbitration Transparency Act); amends title 9, United States Code, with respect to arbitration. S. 537/H.R. 1374 (Arbitration Fairness Act); prohibits mandatory, pre-dispute arbitration in employment, consumer, antitrust, or civil rights disputes. S. 2203/H.R. 4734/H.R. 4570 (Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Harassment Act of 2017); prohibits a pre-dispute arbitration agreement from being valid or enforceable if it requires arbitration of a sex discrimination dispute. H.R. 3857 (PASS Act of 2017); amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to lower standards of conduct for brokers and dealers that are in the best interest of their retail customers. S. 534/H.R. 1973 (Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse Act of 2017); prevents the sexual abuse of minors and amateur athletes by requiring the prompt reporting of sexual abuse to law enforcement authorities S. 2564, (PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act of 2018); restricts claims against asbestos trusts and provides for criminal penalties for fraudulent claims. S. 1112, (Maternal Health Accountability Act of 2017); retricts the use of information reviewed by the maternal mortality review committee. Infomration is considered confidential and not subject to dioscvery at a civil trial. S. 2852 (Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness and Advancing Innovation Act of 2018); regarding immunity provisions. H.R. 6022/ S. 3019 (Accurate Labels Act); regarding the broad preemption of state and local labeling laws for consumer products. H.R. 6903 (Safe Cosmetics and Personal Care Products Act of 2018); amends current law to ensure the safety of cosmetics and personal care products. H.R. 919 (Blitz Gas Can bill). General issues pertaining to Asbestos Bankruptcy Trusts. Cosmetic Regulation and Safety and realted preemption issues in Murray Alexander draft bill. General lobbying with regard to the Education Departments borrower defenses rule. General lobbying with regard to warranties of Energy Star-rated products and ability of consumers to bring a class action against manufacturers of Energy Star-rated products. General lobbying with regard to pesticide regulations. General lobbying with regard to amending Telephone Consumer Protection Act liability. General lobbying with regard to attorney advertising issues. General lobbying with regard to asbestos exposure and related health and environmental issues. General lobbying with regard to liability issues related to regulation of cosmetics products. General lobbying with regard to TSCA implementation.

Background on federal civil and criminal enforcement against business, and over criminalization of federal law (no specific legislation); general background on the False Claims Act; general background on legal reform; and H.R. 985, the Fairness in Class Action Litigation Act, Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act; S. 2564, Protect Asbestos Victims Act of 2018; S. 2815, Litigation Funding Transparency Act of 2018, and other asbestos reform policy.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $150,000

H.R. 985: Fairness in Class Action Litigation and Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act of 2017 S.2564 PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act of 2018 Issues related to the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) generally including; Public Notice DA 18-493: Consumer and Governmental Affairs Bureau seeks comment on interpretation of the telephone consumer protection act in light of the D.C. Circuit's ACA International Decision

Client expense: $420,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Reserve System, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Postal Regulatory Commission, SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Postal Service (USPS), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)

H.R. 906, Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act of 2017 S. 2564, PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act of 2018 Various issues relating to the U.S. Trustees authority to oversee the administration of bankruptcy trust funds

Client expense: $7,630,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Government Accountability Office (GAO), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC)

H.R. 143 Anticompetitive Activities H.R. 372 Health Insurance Antitrust Law Application H.R. 617 Application of the Federal Antitrust Laws H.R. 906 Asbestos Exposure Claims Reports Public Disclosure H.R. 985 Federal Court Procedures H.R. 1637 Compel Sanctions by Filing Civil Actions H.R. 1667 Insolvent Financial Institution Bankruptcy Resolution H.R. 4432 Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazards Violations S. 2564 Fraudulent Claims Against Trusts S. 237 Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2017 **Issues lobbied without specific bill numbers: Disparate Impact rule

Client expense: $1,070,000 · Firm income: Not reported

HR 985; HR 906; S 2564

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $40,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Arbitration Related Legislation Asbestos Related Legislation H.R. 906, Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act of 2017 S. 2564, Providing Responsible Oversight of Trusts to Ensure Compensation and Transparency for Asbestos Victims Act of 2018 (PROTECT Act) Bankruptcy Transparency Issues Budget Issues Municipal Surety Bond Related Issues Climate Change Natural Catastrophe Related Legislation including disaster mitigation and emergency disaster aid supplemental legislation Credit Scoring and the Use of Credit as Underwriting Tool Issues Data breach and cyber-security Related Legislation Dodd-Frank Related Legislation Expansion to the Risk Retention Act FAA Reauthorization Insurance issues relating to the authority of the Financial Stability Oversight Council Insurance issues relating to the Office of Financial Research Issues relating to Financial Services Systemic Risk Proposals Insurance issues relating to Federal Resolution Authority Issues relating to the Federal Insurance Office Insurance issues relating to liquidation authority for systemically important financial institutions and the plans for US and global regulators for higher capital requirements for financial institutions. Medical Liability Reform Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements National Flood Insurance Program and Related Legislation Opioid Reform Legislation SEC issues related to the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Act and corporate governance issues Tax Code Reform Related Issues, State and Federal Terrorism Risk Insurance and Related Issues Tort Reform Related Issues Trade and cross-border issues McCarran-Ferguson Reform and Modernization Issues Relating to Health Insurance Reform Shareholder Liability Related Issues State Bankruptcy Issues Transportation and Infrastructure Issues Legislative and Regulatory issues involving autonomous vehicles HUD Disparate impact rulemaking related issues

Legislation: H.R. 906, the Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act (FACT ACT) S. 2564, The PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act of 2018 Class actions: Fairness in Class Action Litigation and Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act (FACT ACT)

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $38,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Legislation: H.R. 906, the Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act (FACT ACT) S. 2564, The PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act of 2018 Class actions: Fairness in Class Action Litigation and Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act (FACT ACT)

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $38,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Background on federal civil and criminal enforcement against business, and over criminalization of federal law (no specific legislation); general background on the False Claims Act; general background on legal reform; and H.R. 985, the Fairness in Class Action Litigation Act, Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act; S. 2564, Protect Asbestos Victims Act of 2018; S. 2815, Litigation Funding Transparency Act of 2018, and other asbestos reform policy.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $150,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act, H.R. 906; H.R. 985; FICLA., S. 2564, Protect Asbestos Victims act of 2018.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $80,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Treasury, Dept of

H.R. 906 (Furthering Asbestos Claims Transparency Act); amends title 11 of the United States Code to require the public disclosure by trusts established under section 524(g) of such title, of quarterly reports that contain detailed information regarding the receipt and disposition of claims for injuries based on exposure to asbestos. H.R. 1563 (Mary Jo Lawyer Spano Mesothelioma Patient Registry Act of 2017); amends the Public Health Service Act to provide for the establishment of a mesothelioma patient registry. H.R. 575 (Cosmetic Modernization Amendments of 2017); amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish new procedures and requirements for the registration of cosmetic manufacturing establishments, the submission of cosmetic and ingredient statements, and the reporting of serious cosmetic adverse events. S. 1113 (Personal Care Products Safety Act); amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to ensure the safety of cosmetics. H.R. 832 (Arbitration Transparency Act); amends title 9 of the United States Code to require that arbitration proceedings in certain disputes involving consumer financial products and services be open to the public. S. 542 (Safety Over Arbitration Act of 2017); amends title 9, United States Code, with respect to arbitration where the claim or controversy alleges facts relevant to a hazard to public health or safety. S. 552/H.R. 1414 (Justice for Victims of Fraud Act); amends the Truth in Lending Act and the Electronic Fund Transfer Act to provide justice to victims of fraud. S. 550/H.R. 1396 (Restoring Statutory Rights Act); invalidates arbitration agreements between parties in certain commercial contracts or transactions if they require arbitration of a claim for damages or injunctive relief brought by an individual or small business arising from the alleged violation of a federal or state statute, the U.S. Constitution, or a state constitution. S. 646/H.R. 2631 (Justice for Servicemembers and Veterans Act); amends title 38, United States Code, to improve the enforcement of employment and reemployment rights of members of the uniformed services, to amend the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to improve the protection of members of the uniformed services. S. 647 (Mandatory Arbitration Transparency Act); amends title 9, United States Code, with respect to arbitration. S. 537/H.R. 1374 (Arbitration Fairness Act); prohibits mandatory, pre-dispute arbitration in employment, consumer, antitrust, or civil rights disputes. S. 2203/H.R. 4734/H.R. 4570 (Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Harassment Act of 2017); prohibits a pre-dispute arbitration agreement from being valid or enforceable if it requires arbitration of a sex discrimination dispute. H.R. 3857 (PASS Act of 2017); amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to lower standards of conduct for brokers and dealers that are in the best interest of their retail customers. S. 534/H.R. 1973 (Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse Act of 2017); prevents the sexual abuse of minors and amateur athletes by requiring the prompt reporting of sexual abuse to law enforcement authorities S. 2564, (PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act of 2018); restricts claims against asbestos trusts and provides for criminal penalties for fraudulent claims. S. 1112, (Maternal Health Accountability Act of 2017); retricts the use of information reviewed by the maternal mortality review committee. Infomration is considered confidential and not subject to dioscvery at a civil trial. S. 2852 (Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness and Advancing Innovation Act of 2018); regarding immunity provisions. H.R. 6022/ S. 3019 (Accurate Labels Act); regarding the broad preemption of state and local labeling laws for consumer products. Cosmetic Regulation and Safety and realted preemption issues in Murray Alexander draft bill. General lobbying with regard to the Education Departments borrower defenses rule. General lobbying with regard to warranties of Energy Star-rated products and ability of consumers to bring a class action against manufacturers of Energy Star-rated products. General lobbying with regard to pesticide regulations. General lobbying with regard to amending Telephone Consumer Protection Act liability. General lobbying with regard to attorney advertising issues. General lobbying with regard to asbestos exposure and related health and environmental issues. General lobbying with regard to liability issues related to regulation of cosmetics products. General lobbying with regard to TSCA implementation.

HR 985; HR 906; S 2564

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $40,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 143 Anticompetitive Activities H.R. 372 Health Insurance Antitrust Law Application H.R. 617 Application of the Federal Antitrust Laws H.R. 906 Asbestos Exposure Claims Reports Public Disclosure H.R. 985 Federal Court Procedures H.R. 1637 Compel Sanctions by Filing Civil Actions H.R. 1667 Insolvent Financial Institution Bankruptcy Resolution H.R. 4432 Residential Lead Based Paint Hazards Violations S. 2564 Fraudulent Claims Against Trusts **Issues lobbied without specific bill numbers: Disparate Impact rule

Client expense: $1,590,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Flood Insurance Reauthorization, S. 2564- PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act of 2018

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $60,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 906, Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act of 2017 S. 2564, PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act of 2018 Various issues relating to the U.S. Trustees authority to oversee the administration of bankruptcy trust funds

Client expense: $5,160,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC)

Arbitration Related Legislation Asbestos Related Legislation H.R. 906, Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act of 2017 S. 2564, Providing Responsible Oversight of Trusts to Ensure Compensation and Transparency for Asbestos Victims Act of 2018 (PROTECT Act) Bankruptcy Transparency Issues Budget Issues Municipal Surety Bond Related Issues H.R. 8 - Water Resources Development Act of 2018 S. 2800 - Americas Water Infrastructure Act of 2018 Climate Change Natural Catastrophe Related Legislation including disaster mitigation and emergency disaster aid supplemental legislation Credit Scoring and the Use of Credit as Underwriting Tool Issues Data breach and cyber-security Related Legislation Dodd-Frank Related Legislation Expansion to the Risk Retention Act FAA Reauthorization Insurance issues relating to the authority of the Financial Stability Oversight Council Insurance issues relating to the Office of Financial Research Issues relating to Financial Services Systemic Risk Proposals Insurance issues relating to Federal Resolution Authority Issues relating to the Federal Insurance Office Insurance issues relating to liquidation authority for systemically important financial institutions and the plans for US and global regulators for higher capital requirements for financial institutions. Medical Liability Reform Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements National Flood Insurance Program and Related Legislation SEC issues related to the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Act and corporate governance issues Tax Code Reform Related Issues, State and Federal Terrorism Risk Insurance and Related Issues Tort Reform Related Issues Trade and cross-border issues McCarran-Ferguson Reform and Modernization Issues Relating to Health Insurance Reform Shareholder Liability Related Issues State Bankruptcy Issues Transportation and Infrastructure Issues Legislative and Regulatory issues involving autonomous vehicles HUD Disparate impact rulemaking related issues

H.R. 906, Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act of 2017 S. 2564, PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act (PROTECT Act) Tort issues including asbestos bankruptcy trust reform

Client expense: $420,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of

H.R. 906, Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act of 2017 S. 2564 PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act (PROTECT Act) Tort issues including asbestos bankruptcy trust reform

Client expense: $490,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of

Arbitration Related Legislation Asbestos Related Legislation H.R. 906, Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act of 2017 S. 2564, Providing Responsible Oversight of Trusts to Ensure Compensation and Transparency for Asbestos Victims Act of 2018 (PROTECT Act) Bankruptcy Transparency Issues Budget Issues Municipal Surety Bond Related Issues Climate Change Natural Catastrophe Related Legislation including disaster mitigation and emergency disaster aid supplemental legislation Credit Scoring and the Use of Credit as Underwriting Tool Issues Data breach and cyber-security Related Legislation Dodd-Frank Related Legislation Expansion to the Risk Retention Act FAA Reauthorization Insurance issues relating to the authority of the Financial Stability Oversight Council Insurance issues relating to the Office of Financial Research Issues relating to Financial Services Systemic Risk Proposals Insurance issues relating to Federal Resolution Authority Issues relating to the Federal Insurance Office Insurance issues relating to liquidation authority for systemically important financial institutions and the plans for US and global regulators for higher capital requirements for financial institutions. Medical Liability Reform Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements National Flood Insurance Program and Related Legislation SEC issues related to the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Act and corporate governance issues Tax Code Reform Related Issues, State and Federal Terrorism Risk Insurance and Related Issues Tort Reform Related Issues Trade and cross-border issues McCarran-Ferguson Reform and Modernization Issues Relating to Health Insurance Reform Shareholder Liability Related Issues State Bankruptcy Issues Transportation and Infrastructure Issues Legislative and Regulatory issues involving autonomous vehicles HUD Disparate impact rulemaking related issues

H.R. 906 (Furthering Asbestos Claims Transparency Act); amends title 11 of the United States Code to require the public disclosure by trusts established under section 524(g) of such title, of quarterly reports that contain detailed information regarding the receipt and disposition of claims for injuries based on exposure to asbestos. H.R. 1563 (Mary Jo Lawyer Spano Mesothelioma Patient Registry Act of 2017); amends the Public Health Service Act to provide for the establishment of a mesothelioma patient registry. H.R. 575 (Cosmetic Modernization Amendments of 2017); amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to establish new procedures and requirements for the registration of cosmetic manufacturing establishments, the submission of cosmetic and ingredient statements, and the reporting of serious cosmetic adverse events. S. 1113 (Personal Care Products Safety Act); amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to ensure the safety of cosmetics. H.R. 832 (Arbitration Transparency Act); amends title 9 of the United States Code to require that arbitration proceedings in certain disputes involving consumer financial products and services be open to the public. S. 542 (Safety Over Arbitration Act of 2017); amends title 9, United States Code, with respect to arbitration where the claim or controversy alleges facts relevant to a hazard to public health or safety. S. 552/H.R. 1414 (Justice for Victims of Fraud Act); amends the Truth in Lending Act and the Electronic Fund Transfer Act to provide justice to victims of fraud. S. 550/H.R. 1396 (Restoring Statutory Rights Act); invalidates arbitration agreements between parties in certain commercial contracts or transactions if they require arbitration of a claim for damages or injunctive relief brought by an individual or small business arising from the alleged violation of a federal or state statute, the U.S. Constitution, or a state constitution. S. 646/H.R. 2631 (Justice for Servicemembers and Veterans Act); amends title 38, United States Code, to improve the enforcement of employment and reemployment rights of members of the uniformed services, to amend the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act to improve the protection of members of the uniformed services. S. 647 (Mandatory Arbitration Transparency Act); amends title 9, United States Code, with respect to arbitration. S. 537/H.R. 1374 (Arbitration Fairness Act); prohibits mandatory, pre-dispute arbitration in employment, consumer, antitrust, or civil rights disputes. S. 2203/H.R. 4734/H.R. 4570 (Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Harassment Act of 2017); prohibits a pre-dispute arbitration agreement from being valid or enforceable if it requires arbitration of a sex discrimination dispute. H.R. 3857 (PASS Act of 2017); amend the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 to lower standards of conduct for brokers and dealers that are in the best interest of their retail customers. S. 534/H.R. 1973 (Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse Act of 2017); prevents the sexual abuse of minors and amateur athletes by requiring the prompt reporting of sexual abuse to law enforcement authorities S. 2564, (PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act of 2018); restricts claims against asbestos trusts and provides for criminal penalties for fraudulent claims. General lobbying with regard to the Education Departments borrower defenses rule. General lobbying with regard to the CMS long term care rule. General lobbying with regard to warranties of Energy Star-rated products and ability of consumers to bring a class action against manufacturers of Energy Star-rated products. General lobbying with regard to pesticide regulations. General lobbying with regard to amending Telephone Consumer Protection Act liability. General lobbying with regard to attorney advertising issues. General lobbying with regard to asbestos exposure and related health and environmental issues. General lobbying with regard to liability issues related to regulation of cosmetics products. General lobbying with regard to TSCA implementation.

H.R. 906, Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency (FACT) Act of 2017 S. 2564, PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act of 2018 Various issues relating to the U.S. Trustees authority to oversee the administration of bankruptcy trust funds

Client expense: $7,540,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, Vice President of the U.S.

HR 985; HR 906; HR 1 (issues affecting the deduction for fines and penalties); S 2564

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $40,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Legislation: H.R. 906, the Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act (FACT ACT) S. 2564, The PROTECT Asbestos Victims Act of 2018 Class actions: Fairness in Class Action Litigation and Furthering Asbestos Claim Transparency Act (FACT ACT)

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $160,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE