DRIVE Safe Act

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act STB and freight rail oversight Increasing Gross vehicle weights on interstate highways Safe Routes Act S. 659, the Drive Safe Act Commercial Vehicle Hours of service rule Farm to Table Act Commercial Vehicle Insurance HR 2187, the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act Commercial Maritime Shipping Delays Ocean Shipping Reform Act S. 2071, the Reliable Rail Service Act H.R. 8649, the Freight Rail Shipping Fair Market Act General supply chain issues related to the Paper Industry Labor issues related to Ocean Ports Labor issues related to railroad service Transportation provisions in H.R. 2617, the Consolidated Appropriations Act (FY23 Omnibus) HR 3372, to establish a safety data collection program for certain 6-axle vehicles

Client expense: $930,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Maritime Commission, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act STB and freight rail oversight Increasing Gross vehicle weights on interstate highways Safe Routes Act S. 659, the Drive Safe Act Commercial Vehicle Hours of service rule Farm to Table Act Commercial Vehicle Insurance HR 2187, the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act Commercial Maritime Shipping Delays Ocean Shipping Reform Act S. 2071, the Reliable Rail Service Act H.R. 8649, the Freight Rail Shipping Fair Market Act General supply chain issues related to the Paper Industry Labor issues related to Ocean Ports Labor issues related to railroad service Transportation provisions in H.R. 2617, the Consolidated Appropriations Act (FY23 Omnibus) HR 3372, to establish a safety data collection program for certain 6-axle vehicles

Client expense: $570,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Maritime Commission, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Motor Carrier Safety Policies and Regulations Highway Funding NAFTA/Cross-Border Trucking Pilot Program Oppose increased Truck Size & Weight Policies Support Enhanced Entry-Level Driver Training Support H.R. 2367, S. 1034, Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) EPA/NHTSA Heavy-Duty Truck Fuel Economy/Greenhouse Gas Regulations EPA Diesel Emissions Regulations Hours-of-Service Regulations Highway Trust Fund Taxes/VMT Taxes Broker and Freight Forwarder Financial Responsibility Driver Compensation Compliance, Safety, Accountability program Autonomous vehicles, support enhanced transparency Oppose H.R. 1622/S. 605, the Stop Underrides Act Oppose H.R. 1745/S. 659, DRIVE-Safe Act H.R.2103/S.1026 - Tax Fairness for Workers Act H.R. 1341/S. 469, Promoting Women in Trucking Workforce Act H.R. 3684, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Setting an American Framework to Ensure Data Access, Transparency, and Accountability (SAFE DATA ACT) Cyber and transportation security TWIC, Haz-Mat endorsement, licensing and credentialing Oppose expansion of Pre-employment Screening Program Improve DataQ process to provide fairness for professional drivers Oppose expansion of toll road system and abolish current toll road fees used for anything unrelated to highway improvement Repeal Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) Feedback on emergency declarations for weight, equipment and HOS exemptions Oppose increased insurance minimums for commercial trucking Oppose inclusion of hair testing results in the FMCSAs Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Support S. 2090, Preserving Choice in Vehicle Purchases Act; limit the EPA from issuing waivers for states to ban combustion engines Support S.J.Res. 11, Congressional Review Act to repeal rule titled Control of Air Pollution From New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards. Oppose H.R. 3408, DRIVE Safe Integrity Act Support H.R. 3039/S. 2671 DRIVE Act, to prevent speed limiter mandate on CMVs Oppose H.R. 20/S. 567, the PRO Act; support independent contractor owner-operators in worker classification Oppose H.R. 2984, CARS Act, to provide exemption to EV vehicle haulers Oppose H.R. 3372, to establish pilot program for heavier trucks Support H.R. 3869. Trucker Bathroom Access Act; provide truckers restroom access Support elimination of FLSA Overtime exemption for truck drivers Improve oversight of driver coercion H.R. 4820/S. 2437- Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2024 Support H.R. 4468, Choice in Automobile Retail Sales (CARS) Act; preserve availability of internal combustion engine trucks

Client expense: $394,982 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act STB and freight rail oversight Increasing Gross vehicle weights on interstate highways Safe Routes Act S. 659, the Drive Safe Act Commercial Vehicle Hours of service rule Farm to Table Act Commercial Vehicle Insurance HR 2187, the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act Commercial Maritime Shipping Delays Ocean Shipping Reform Act Reliable Rail Service Act H.R. 8649, the Freight Rail Shipping Fair Market Act General supply chain issues related to the Paper Industry Labor issues related to Ocean Ports Labor issues related to railroad service Transportation provisions in H.R. 2617, the Consolidated Appropriations Act (FY23 Omnibus) HR 3372, to establish a safety data collection program for certain 6-axle vehicles

Client expense: $640,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Maritime Commission, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 1745 and S. 659 - DRIVE Safe Act. Bills would help address ongoing driver shortages in the U.S. which is leading to supply chain challenges. H.R. 7348 - Strengthening Supply Chains Through Truck Driver Incentives Act of 2022.

Client expense: $200,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Motor Carrier Safety Policies and Regulations Highway Funding NAFTA/Cross-Border Trucking Pilot Program Oppose increased Truck Size & Weight Policies Support Enhanced Entry-Level Driver Training Support H.R. 2367, S. 1034, Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) EPA/NHTSA Heavy-Duty Truck Fuel Economy/Greenhouse Gas Regulations EPA Diesel Emissions Regulations Hours-of-Service Regulations Highway Trust Fund Taxes/VMT Taxes Broker and Freight Forwarder Financial Responsibility Driver Compensation Compliance, Safety, Accountability program Autonomous vehicles, support enhanced transparency Oppose H.R. 1622/S. 605, the Stop Underrides Act Oppose H.R. 1745/S. 659, DRIVE-Safe Act H.R.2103/S.1026 - Tax Fairness for Workers Act H.R. 1341/S. 469, Promoting Women in Trucking Workforce Act H.R. 3684, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Setting an American Framework to Ensure Data Access, Transparency, and Accountability (SAFE DATA ACT) Cyber and transportation security TWIC, Haz-Mat endorsement, licensing and credentialing Oppose expansion of Pre-employment Screening Program Improve DataQ process to provide fairness for professional drivers Oppose expansion of toll road system and abolish current toll road fees used for anything unrelated to highway improvement Repeal Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) Feedback on emergency declarations for weight, equipment and HOS exemptions Oppose increased insurance minimums for commercial trucking Oppose inclusion of hair testing results in the FMCSAs Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Support S. 2090, Preserving Choice in Vehicle Purchases Act; limit the EPA from issuing waivers for states to ban combustion engines Support S.J.Res. 11, Congressional Review Act to repeal rule titled Control of Air Pollution From New Motor Vehicles: Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Standards. Oppose H.R. 3408, DRIVE Safe Integrity Act Support H.R. 3039, DRIVE Act, to prevent speed limiter mandate on CMVs Oppose H.R. 20/S. 567, the PRO Act; support independent contractor owner-operators in worker classification Oppose H.R. 2984, CARS Act, to provide exemption to EV vehicle haulers Oppose H.R. 3372, to establish pilot program for heavier trucks Support H.R. 3869. Trucker Bathroom Access Act; provide truckers restroom access Support elimination of FLSA Overtime exemption for truck drivers Improve oversight of driver coercion

Client expense: $344,669 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act STB and freight rail oversight Increasing Gross vehicle weights on interstate highways Safe Routes Act S. 659, the Drive Safe Act Commercial Vehicle Hours of service rule Farm to Table Act Commercial Vehicle Insurance HR 2187, the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act Commercial Maritime Shipping Delays Ocean Shipping Reform Act Reliable Rail Service Act H.R. 8649, the Freight Rail Shipping Fair Market Act General supply chain issues related to the Paper Industry Labor issues related to Ocean Ports Labor issues related to railroad service Transportation provisions in H.R. 2617, the Consolidated Appropriations Act (FY23 Omnibus)

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

Government targets: Federal Maritime Commission, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

H.R. 1745 and S. 659 - DRIVE Safe Act. Bills would help address ongoing driver shortages in the U.S. which is leading to supply chain challenges. H.R. 7348 - Strengthening Supply Chains Through Truck Driver Incentives Act of 2022.

Client expense: $220,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Motor Carrier Safety Policies and Regulations Highway Funding NAFTA/Cross-Border Trucking Pilot Program Oppose increased Truck Size & Weight Policies Support Enhanced Entry-Level Driver Training Support H.R. 2367, S. 1034, Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act Support HR 9592, The Trucker Bathroom Access Act Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) EPA/NHTSA Heavy-Duty Truck Fuel Economy/Greenhouse Gas Regulations EPA Diesel Emissions Regulations Hours-of-Service Regulations Highway Trust Fund Taxes/VMT Taxes Broker and Freight Forwarder Financial Responsibility Driver Compensation Compliance, Safety, Accountability program Autonomous vehicles, support enhanced transparency Oppose H.R. 1622/S. 605, the Stop Underrides Act Oppose H.R. 1745/S. 659, DRIVE-Safe Act H.R.2103/S.1026 - Tax Fairness for Workers Act Oppose Speed Limiter Mandate for CMVs H.R. 5430 - The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act Oppose H.R. 842/S.420, the PRO Act; employee classification Oppose Automatic Emergency Braking mandate H.R. 1341/S. 469, Promoting Women in Trucking Workforce Act H.R. 3684, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Setting an American Framework to Ensure Data Access, Transparency, and Accountability (SAFE DATA ACT) Cyber and transportation security Oppose impractical NOx regulations TWIC, Haz-Mat endorsement, licensing and credentialing H.R.8294 - Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023 Support H.R.7517/ S.4823, The Guaranteeing Overtime for Truckers Act; eliminate FLSA OT exemption for truckers SEC Climate-Related Disclosures Proposed Rule - Provide clarity and flexibility for small-business truckers Oppose expansion of Pre-employment Screening Program Improve DataQ process to provide fairness for professional drivers Oppose expansion of toll road system and abolish current toll road fees used for anything unrelated to highway improvement Repeal Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) Feedback on emergency declarations for weight, equipment and HOS exemptions H.R. 8417, Keep on Trucking Act

Client expense: $381,730 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office

Moving Forward Act - In the House Democratic infrastructure proposal, NACD lobbied for general infrastructure improvements paired with revenue-stabilizing measures in addition to small changes to existing transportation law. NACD advocated for the inclusion of the DRIVE Safe Act language into HR2 as well as changes proposed to the Hazmat title to clarify the status of goods in rail containers. NACD opposes the change to increase the minimum commercial motor vehicle insurance from $750,000 to $2,000,000. Rail Reform - NACD advocated for a full Surface Transportation Board to review and resolve issues related to rail. NACD advocated for rail reform as it relates to competitive switching and demurrage fees. NACD advocated in favor of the House, Senate, and joint resolutions to avoid a rail labor strike that passed both Chambers. Specifically, advocated in support of 1) H.J.Res.100 that provides for a resolution with respect to the unresolved disputes between certain railroads represented by the National Carriers' Conference Committee of the National Railway Labor Conference and certain of their employees, and S.J.Res.61 a joint resolution requires the parties to the disputes between certain railroads and labor organizations to accept the recommendations in the report of the Presidential Emergency Board Numbered 250 that was issued on August 16, 2022, with respect to any such disputes that remain unresolved by 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on September 16, 2022. Additionally, NACD advocated for a separate amendment to the resolution, H.Con.Res.119, which would grant workers seven paid sick days. Specifically, it was a concurrent resolution that would provide for seven days of sick leave for railroad employees under the terms of the most recent tentative agreements, side letters, and local carrier agreements entered into by the parties to the disputes between certain railroads and labor organizations. The resolution that guaranteed seven paid sick days for rail workers, which passed the U.S. House of Representatives, could not overcome the filibuster in the U.S. Senate despite receiving bipartisan support. Additionally, NACD advocated regarding NACDs support for including additional paid sick days in any legislated rail labor agreement. Support of the DRIVE-Safe Act - On March 20, 2021, The Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy Act (H.R. 1745) was introduced in the House by Rep. Trey Hollingsworth (R-IN) and a bipartisan mix of eight original cosponsors (4 republicans and 4 democrats). Sen. Todd Young (R-IN) and a bipartisan mix of seven original cosponsors (3 republicans, 3 democrats, and 1 independent) also introduced the Senate companion bill (S. 659). Currently, 48 states allow individuals to obtain commercial driver licenses at age 18; however, those states prohibit drivers until they are 21 from moving goods across state lines. The bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to issue regulations relating to commercial motor vehicle drivers under the age of 21.

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

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

NACD advocated in favor of the House, Senate, and joint resolutions to avoid a rail labor strike that passed both Chambers. Specifically, advocated in support of 1) H.J.Res.100 that provides for a resolution with respect to the unresolved disputes between certain railroads represented by the National Carriers' Conference Committee of the National Railway Labor Conference and certain of their employees, and S.J.Res.61 a joint resolution requires the parties to the disputes between certain railroads and labor organizations to accept the recommendations in the report of the Presidential Emergency Board Numbered 250 that was issued on August 16, 2022, with respect to any such disputes that remain unresolved by 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on September 16, 2022. Additionally, NACD advocated for a separate amendment to the resolution, H.Con.Res.119, which would grant workers seven paid sick days. Specifically, it was a concurrent resolution that would provide for seven days of sick leave for railroad employees under the terms of the most recent tentative agreements, side letters, and local carrier agreements entered into by the parties to the disputes between certain railroads and labor organizations. The resolution that guaranteed seven paid sick days for rail workers, which passed the U.S. House of Representatives, could not overcome the filibuster in the U.S. Senate despite receiving bipartisan support. Additionally, NACD advocated regarding NACDs support for including additional paid sick days in any legislated rail labor agreement. Superfund Excise Tax Full or Partial Repeal - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act reinstatement of the Superfund excise tax led to NACD advocating for full or partial repeal of the Superfund excise tax. Additionally, NACD advocated for Congress to put pressure on the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Department of Treasury to issue additional guidance on the excise tax due to unclear initial guidance that left taxpayers guessing as to what should be taxed. The Superfund Tax on chemicals was sold as a fee on chemicals, but it is really a new tax on consumers. The 42 chemicals identified for taxation are the building blocks for a limitless number of goods, including steel, plastics, wood products, copper, cement, glass, pesticides, fungicides, pharmaceuticals, rubber, paint and coatings, batteries, solar panels, soap and detergents, ceramics, textiles, semiconductors, water treatment, light bulbs, refrigerants, dental fillings, fireworks, and consumer electronics. The Superfund Tax on chemicals will also impede the goals of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework by making the components of infrastructure more expensive-including clean energy building blocks such as renewable energy, advanced coatings, energy efficiency solutions and electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. The Superfund Tax on chemicals will also make U.S. manufacturers less competitive. NACD advocated for full repeal of the Superfund Tax in 2022, as well as partial repeal/exclusion of certain specific chemicals not manufactured in the US. While we awaited more information from the IRS, Congress passed the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, which reinstated the Hazardous Substance Superfund Financing Tax Rate on Crude Oil and Petroleum Products. The tax will go into effect on January 1, 2023, and will be applied upon importation of the petroleum products. This is likely to have an impact on NACD members. NACD engaged in congressional advocacy to eliminate or limit the scope of the Superfund tax, including working with representatives and senators to send letters to Treasury/IRS, and educating offices on key committees about chemical distributors' compliance challenges. NACD encouraged members of the House of Representatives to sign a letter to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen that was signed by eleven bipartisan U.S. House of Representatives members urging the IRS to issue guidance on the Superfund tax. Moving Forward Act - In the House Democratic infrastructure proposal, NACD lobbied for general infrastructure improvements paired with revenue-stabilizing measures in addition to small changes to existing transportation law. NACD advocated for the inclusion of the DRIVE Safe Act language into HR2 as well as changes proposed to the Hazmat title to clarify the status of goods in rail containers. NACD opposes the change to increase the minimum commercial motor vehicle insurance from $750,000 to $2,000,000. Rail Reform - NACD advocated for a full Surface Transportation Board to review and resolve issues related to rail. NACD advocated for rail reform as it relates to competitive switching and demurrage fees. Support of the DRIVE-Safe Act - On March 20, 2021, The Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy Act (H.R. 1745) was introduced in the House by Rep. Trey Hollingsworth (R-IN) and a bipartisan mix of eight original cosponsors (4 republicans and 4 democrats). Sen. Todd Young (R-IN) and a bipartisan mix of seven original cosponsors (3 republicans, 3 democrats, and 1 independent) also introduced the Senate companion bill (S. 659). Currently, 48 states allow individuals to obtain commercial driver licenses at age 18; however, those states prohibit drivers until they are 21 from moving goods across state lines. The bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to issue regulations relating to commercial motor vehicle drivers under the age of 21.

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

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Moving Forward Act - In the House Democratic infrastructure proposal, NACD lobbied for general infrastructure improvements paired with revenue-stabilizing measures in addition to small changes to existing transportation law. NACD advocated for the inclusion of the DRIVE Safe Act language into HR2 as well as changes proposed to the Hazmat title to clarify the status of goods in rail containers. NACD opposes the change to increase the minimum commercial motor vehicle insurance from $750,000 to $2,000,000. Rail Reform - NACD advocated for a full Surface Transportation Board to review and resolve issues related to rail. NACD advocated for rail reform as it relates to competitive switching and demurrage fees. NACD advocated in favor of the House, Senate, and joint resolutions to avoid a rail labor strike that passed both Chambers. Specifically, advocated in support of 1) H.J.Res.100 that provides for a resolution with respect to the unresolved disputes between certain railroads represented by the National Carriers' Conference Committee of the National Railway Labor Conference and certain of their employees, and S.J.Res.61 a joint resolution requires the parties to the disputes between certain railroads and labor organizations to accept the recommendations in the report of the Presidential Emergency Board Numbered 250 that was issued on August 16, 2022, with respect to any such disputes that remain unresolved by 12:01 a.m. eastern daylight time on September 16, 2022. Additionally, NACD advocated for a separate amendment to the resolution, H.Con.Res.119, which would grant workers seven paid sick days. Specifically, it was a concurrent resolution that would provide for seven days of sick leave for railroad employees under the terms of the most recent tentative agreements, side letters, and local carrier agreements entered into by the parties to the disputes between certain railroads and labor organizations. The resolution that guaranteed seven paid sick days for rail workers, which passed the U.S. House of Representatives, could not overcome the filibuster in the U.S. Senate despite receiving bipartisan support. Additionally, NACD advocated regarding NACDs support for including additional paid sick days in any legislated rail labor agreement. Support of the DRIVE-Safe Act - On March 20, 2021, The Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy Act (H.R. 1745) was introduced in the House by Rep. Trey Hollingsworth (R-IN) and a bipartisan mix of eight original cosponsors (4 republicans and 4 democrats). Sen. Todd Young (R-IN) and a bipartisan mix of seven original cosponsors (3 republicans, 3 democrats, and 1 independent) also introduced the Senate companion bill (S. 659). Currently, 48 states allow individuals to obtain commercial driver licenses at age 18; however, those states prohibit drivers until they are 21 from moving goods across state lines. The bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to issue regulations relating to commercial motor vehicle drivers under the age of 21.

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

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Moving Forward Act - In the House Democratic infrastructure proposal, NACD lobbied for general infrastructure improvements paired with revenue-stabilizing measures in addition to small changes to existing transportation law. NACD advocated for the inclusion of the DRIVE Safe Act language into HR2 as well as changes proposed to the Hazmat title to clarify the status of goods in rail containers. NACD opposes the change to increase the minimum commercial motor vehicle insurance from $750,000 to $2,000,000. Rail Reform - NACD advocated for a full Surface Transportation Board to review and resolve issues related to rail. NACD advocated for rail reform as it relates to competitive switching and demurrage fees. Support of the DRIVE-Safe Act - On March 20, 2021, The Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy Act (H.R. 1745) was introduced in the House by Rep. Trey Hollingsworth (R-IN) and a bipartisan mix of eight original cosponsors (4 republicans and 4 democrats). Sen. Todd Young (R-IN) and a bipartisan mix of seven original cosponsors (3 republicans, 3 democrats, and 1 independent) also introduced the Senate companion bill (S. 659). Currently, 48 states allow individuals to obtain commercial driver licenses at age 18; however, those states prohibit drivers until they are 21 from moving goods across state lines. The bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to issue regulations relating to commercial motor vehicle drivers under the age of 21.

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

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Superfund Excise Tax Full or Partial Repeal - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act reinstatement of the Superfund excise tax led to NACD advocating for full or partial repeal of the Superfund excise tax. Additionally, NACD advocated for Congress to put pressure on the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Department of Treasury to issue additional guidance on the excise tax due to unclear initial guidance that left taxpayers guessing as to what should be taxed. The Superfund Tax on chemicals was sold as a fee on chemicals, but it is really a new tax on consumers. The 42 chemicals identified for taxation are the building blocks for a limitless number of goods, including steel, plastics, wood products, copper, cement, glass, pesticides, fungicides, pharmaceuticals, rubber, paint and coatings, batteries, solar panels, soap and detergents, ceramics, textiles, semiconductors, water treatment, light bulbs, refrigerants, dental fillings, fireworks and consumer electronics. The Superfund Tax on chemicals will also impede the goals of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework by making the components of infrastructure more expensive-including clean energy building blocks such as renewable energy, advanced coatings, energy efficiency solutions and electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure. The Superfund Tax on chemicals will also make U.S. manufacturers less competitive. NACD advocated for full repeal of the Superfund Tax in 2022, as well as partial repeal/exclusion of certain specific chemicals not manufactured in the US. While we awaited more information from the IRS, Congress passed the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, which reinstated the Hazardous Substance Superfund Financing Tax Rate on Crude Oil and Petroleum Products. The tax will go into effect on January 1, 2023, and will be applied upon importation of the petroleum products. This is likely to have an impact on NACD members. NACD engaged in congressional advocacy to eliminate or limit the scope of the Superfund tax, including working with representatives and senators to send letters to Treasury/IRS, and educating offices on key committees about our compliance challenges. The legislative team secured a letter to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen that was signed by eleven bipartisan U.S. House of Representatives members urging the IRS to issue guidance on the Superfund tax. Moving Forward Act - In the House Democratic infrastructure proposal, NACD lobbied for general infrastructure improvements paired with revenue-stabilizing measures in addition to small changes to existing transportation law. NACD advocated for the inclusion of the DRIVE Safe Act language into HR2 as well as changes proposed to the Hazmat title to clarify the status of goods in rail containers. NACD opposes the change to increase the minimum commercial motor vehicle insurance from $750,000 to $2,000,000. Rail Reform - NACD advocated for a full Surface Transportation Board to review and resolve issues related to rail. NACD advocated for rail reform as it relates to competitive switching and demurrage fees. Support of the DRIVE-Safe Act - On March 20, 2021, The Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy Act (H.R. 1745) was introduced in the House by Rep. Trey Hollingsworth (R-IN) and a bipartisan mix of eight original cosponsors (4 republicans and 4 democrats). Sen. Todd Young (R-IN) and a bipartisan mix of seven original cosponsors (3 republicans, 3 democrats, and 1 independent) also introduced the Senate companion bill (S. 659). Currently, 48 states allow individuals to obtain commercial driver licenses at age 18; however, those states prohibit drivers until they are 21 from moving goods across state lines. The bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to issue regulations relating to commercial motor vehicle drivers under the age of 21.

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

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Moving Forward Act - In the House Democratic infrastructure proposal, NACD lobbied for general infrastructure improvements paired with revenue-stabilizing measures in addition to small changes to existing transportation law. NACD advocated for the inclusion of the DRIVE Safe Act language into HR2 as well as changes proposed to the Hazmat title to clarify the status of goods in rail containers. NACD opposes the change to increase the minimum commercial motor vehicle insurance from $750,000 to $2,000,000. Rail Reform - NACD advocated for a full Surface Transportation Board to review and resolve issues related to rail. NACD advocated for rail reform as it relates to competitive switching and demurrage fees. Support of the DRIVE-Safe Act - On March 20, 2021, The Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy Act (H.R. 1745) was introduced in the House by Rep. Trey Hollingsworth (R-IN) and a bipartisan mix of eight original cosponsors (4 republicans and 4 democrats). Sen. Todd Young (R-IN) and a bipartisan mix of seven original cosponsors (3 republicans, 3 democrats, and 1 independent) also introduced the Senate companion bill (S. 659). Currently, 48 states allow individuals to obtain commercial driver licenses at age 18; however, those states prohibit drivers until they are 21 from moving goods across state lines. The bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to issue regulations relating to commercial motor vehicle drivers under the age of 21.

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

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Twin 33 trailers; truck size and weights; surface transportation; autonomous and self-driving vehicles; supply chain security; ports; infrastructure; metrics; labor relations and contract negotiations; lithium battery transport; FAST Act reauthorization; F4A preemption; UAS/drone policy; H.R. 1745/S. 659, DRIVE-Safe Act; Comments on Hours of Service for Drivers; Port Congestion; Detention and Demurrage Fees; pending transportation legislation; H.R. 3684 - INVEST in America Act; S. 1931 - Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act of 2021; Build Back Better Act; USICA; COMPETES Act; H.J. Res. 100 Railroad Strike Legislation

Client expense: $720,000 · Firm income: Not reported

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

Waterways and Ports: infrastructure funding, infrastructure needs. Rail: Regulatory and legislative activities relating to railroad oversight. S. 659, DRIVE Safe Act. H.R.4996, Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021. H.R.8649, Freight Rail Shipping Fair Market Act. H.R.7776, Water Resources Development Act of 2022.

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

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy Act or the DRIVE Safe Act (S. 659) - support bill that directs the Department of Transportation to promulgate regulations to implement an apprenticeship program for licensed commercial motor vehicle drivers under the age of 21.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $30,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Implementation and reform to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Compliance, Safety, and Accountability (CSA) program, FAST Act (P.L. 114-94) implementation of provisions related to windshield mounted safety equipment on vehicles, autonomous vehicles, truck safety, FMCSA waiver exemption requests, vehicle data access issues, Crash Preventability Demonstration Program, Beyond Compliance autonomous vehicle issues, COVID-19 relief for the trucking and transit industries, petitions related to windshield placement of safety equipment, issues related to driving windows, surface transportation reauthorization, infrastructure, DRIVE Safe Act (H.R. 1374/S. 659), union and privacy issues related to safety equipment in commercial fleets. SAFE Act (S. 1406). Implementation of Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58). Issues related to 3G phaseout. SELF DRIVE Act (H.R. 3711).

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

Government targets: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Transportation and infrastructure proposals. H.R. 1745/S. 659, DRIVE Safe Act. H.R. 3177, Safe Driving Vehicles Act. Electric vehicle charging proposals.

Client expense: $780,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Issues related to the implementation of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. H.R. 1622 and S. 605, the Stop Underrides Act; and S. 659, the DRIVE-Safe Act. H.R. 2687. The INSURANCE Act. H.R. 3523, Speed Limiter Mandate.

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $30,000

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Motor Carrier Safety Policies and Regulations Highway Funding NAFTA/Cross-Border Trucking Pilot Program Oppose increased Truck Size & Weight Policies Support Enhanced Entry-Level Driver Training Support H.R. 2187/S. 5169, Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act Support HR 9592, The Trucker Bathroom Access Act Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC) EPA/NHTSA Heavy-Duty Truck Fuel Economy/Greenhouse Gas Regulations EPA Diesel Emissions Regulations Hours-of-Service Regulations Highway Trust Fund Taxes/VMT Taxes Broker and Freight Forwarder Financial Responsibility Driver Compensation Compliance, Safety, Accountability program Autonomous vehicles, support enhanced transparency Oppose H.R. 1622/S. 605, the Stop Underrides Act Oppose H.R. 1745/S. 659, DRIVE-Safe Act H.R.2103/S.1026 - Tax Fairness for Workers Act Oppose Speed Limiter Mandate for CMVs H.R. 5430 - The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act Oppose H.R. 842/S.420, the PRO Act; employee classification Oppose Automatic Emergency Braking mandate H.R. 1341/S. 469, Promoting Women in Trucking Workforce Act H.R. 3684, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Setting an American Framework to Ensure Data Access, Transparency, and Accountability (SAFE DATA ACT) Cyber and transportation security Oppose impractical NOx regulations TWIC, Haz-Mat endorsement, licensing and credentialing H.R.8294 - Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023 Support H.R.7517/ S.4823, The Guaranteeing Overtime for Truckers Act; eliminate FLSA OT exemption for truckers SEC Climate-Related Disclosures Proposed Rule - Provide clarity and flexibility for small-business truckers Oppose expansion of Pre-employment Screening Program Improve DataQ process to provide fairness for professional drivers Oppose expansion of toll road system and abolish current toll road fees used for anything unrelated to highway improvement Repeal Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) Feedback on emergency declarations for weight, equipment and HOS exemptions H.R. 8417, Keep on Trucking Act

Client expense: $348,910 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Highway Administration (FHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), SENATE, Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office

H.R. 1341, Promoting Women in Trucking Workforce Act; H.R. 1512, CLEAN Future Act; H.R. 1745, Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy Act (DRIVE-Safe Act); H.R. 2187, Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act; H.R. 3684, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act; H.R. 4153, Clean Energy Future Through Innovation Act of 2021; H.R. 4309, Clean Energy Innovation and Deployment Act of 2021; H.R. 4502, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Agriculture, Rural Development, Energy and Water Development, Financial Services and General Government, Interior, Environment, Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, Transportation, and Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act FY2022; H.R. 4521, US Innovation and Competition Act of 2021; H.R. 4996, Ocean Shipping Reform At of 2021; H.R. 5376, Inflation Reduction Act of 2022; H.R. 5389, REDUCE Act OF 2021; H.R. 5673, Safeguarding Tomorrow through Ongoing Risk Mitigation Technical Correction Act; H.R. 6546, Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging Grant Program Act of 2022; H.R. 6567, Licensing Individual Commercial Exam-takers Now Safely and Efficiently Act of 2022; H.R. 6809, TRUCKERS Act; H.R. 7456, Stopping Hindrances to Invigorate Ports and Increase Trade Act or the SHIP-IT Act; H.R. 7900, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2023; H.R. 7965, Drone Act of 2022; H.R. 8116, Modern, Clean, and Safe Trucks Act of 2022; H.R. 8294, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2023; H.R. 8649, Freight Rail Shipping Fair Market Act; H.R. 8966, START Act; H.R. 9087, TAP American Energy Act; H.R. 9592, Trucker Bathroom Access Act; H.J. Res. 100, To provide for a resolution with respect to the unresolved disputes between certain railroads represented by the National Carriers' of the National Railway Labor Conference and certain of their employees; S. 469, Promoting Women in Trucking Workforce Act; S. 659, DRIVE Safe Act; S. 1260, US Innovation and Competition Act of 2021; S. 2435, Modern, Clean, and Safe Trucks Act of 2022; S. 2645, REDUCE Act of 2021; S. 3262, FREIGHT Act; S. 3542, Drone Act of 2022; S. 3543, Vehicle Innovation Act of 2022; S. 3556, LICENSE Act of 2022; S. 3580, Ocean Shipping Reform At of 2021; S. 3701, TRUCKERS Act; S. 3807, SHIP IT Act; S. 4687 Safeguarding the Homeland from the Threats Posed by Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act of 2022; S. 4815, START Act; S. 4959, Reliable Rail Service Act; FY2022 THUD Appropriations; FY2023 THUD Appropriations; Unintroduced Freight Rail Shipping Fair Market Act (or the Surface Transportation Board Reauthorization Act of 2022); Competitive bidding process for material selection in water infrastructure; Increasing the federal gross vehicle weight limit for trucks on Interstate Highways; Issues related to competition within the railroad industry; Issues related to FAST Act Reauthorization; Issues related to reciprocal switching and mergers; Rail Policy, Infrastructure

Client expense: $5,560,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Railroad Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Natl Economic Council (NEC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), SENATE, Surface Transportation Board (STB), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office

Implementation of Drive Safe Act (H.R. 1745 and S. 659) Provisions of Public Law 117-58 - Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act H.J. Res 100 - To provide for a resolution with respect to the unresolved disputes between certain railroads represented by the National Carriers' Conference Committee of the National Railway Labor Conference and certain of their employees. Issues related to West Coast Port Labor discussions Issues related to Class I Rail Labor discussions Other workforce and labor issues included Hours of Service reform, Independent Contractors, Truck Driver Shortages, Veteran Employment Training Act, the NLRB, and the Fair Labor Standards Act

Client expense: $510,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office

Issues related to Commercial Driver's License (CDL) truck driver shortages (generally, and S.659 DRIVE-Safe Act, H.R.1374/S.659) Issues related to increasing the gross vehicle weight (GVW) limit for interstate trucks (generally, no specific legislation)

Client expense: $990,000 · Firm income: Not reported

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

Issues related to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) purchasing restrictions, generally and with regard to the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018 (H.R.2) Issues related to food labeling challenges caused by COVID-19 (generally, no specific legislation) Issues related to food supply chain disruptions caused by COVID-19 (generally, no specific legislation) Issues related to implementation of the Farm Bill (P.L. 115-334), the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018), including provisions related to nutrition (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) Reauthorization of the Farm Bill (bill number not yet available), including provisions related to commodities, biotechnology, nutrition (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), mandatory country-of-origin labeling, and citrus trust fund Issues related to Commercial Driver's License (CDL) truck driver shortages (generally, and S. 659 DRIVE-Safe Act, H.R. 1374, DRIVE-Safe Act) Issues related to Dietary Guidelines for Americans (development of 2025 guidelines by U.S. Department of Agriculture and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) Global issues related to sweeteners (generally, no specific legislation) Issues relating to health and wellness, including obesity prevention and fitness (generally, no specific legislation) Issues related to the USDA Meals to You program (generally, no specific legislation)

Client expense: $990,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Matters impacting freight cost and availability, including the DRIVE Safe Act (H.R. 1745, S. 659) and Hours of Service Rules.

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

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

Issues related to Commercial Drivers License (CDL) process application; shortage of CDL drivers; FMCSA pilot program for 18-21 year old CDL interstate drivers. Issues related to natural gas vehicles and tax credits. Support for research of the effects of all forms of impaired driving and roadside detection mechanisms that measure impairment. S. 659/H.R. 1745-The DRIVE Safe Act. Issues related to remedies to supply chain disruptions and transportation efficiencies. Issues related to the Medical Examiners Handbook and drug testing procedures for CDL drivers.

Client expense: $220,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Issues related to supply chains and infrastructure, diesel fuel supplies, hours of service Implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (P.L. 117-58) DRIVE Safe Act (H.R. 1745/S. 659)

Client expense: $450,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office

S. 659/H.R. 1375, Drive Safe Act H.R. 1289, Complete Streets Act Expansion of Truck Lengths H.R. 8411 Improving Trucking Capacity and Efficiency Act H.R. 1622/S. 605 - Stop Underrides Act AV policy Department of Transportation ELD Regulation Department of Transportation Speed-Limiters Regulation Department of Transportation Small CMV Regulation H.R. 7517/S. 4823 - Guaranteeing Overtime for Truckers Act Monitoring of Supply Chain issues and related legislation H.R. 6567/S. 3556, LICENSE Act H.R. 6571/S. 4298, TSA Security Threat Assessment Application Modernization Act Highway Accident Litigation Fairness Act

Client expense: $2,420,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

H.R. 1745/S. 659-DRIVE Safe Act Bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Infrastructure Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program and workforce issues Supply chain and trucking issues Port issues/Ocean Shipping Reform Act West Coast ports labor negotiations

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

Government targets: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office

Twin 33 trailers; truck size and weights; surface transportation; autonomous and self-driving vehicles; supply chain security; ports; infrastructure; metrics; labor relations and contract negotiations; lithium battery transport; FAST Act reauthorization; F4A preemption; UAS/drone policy; H.R. 1745/S. 659, DRIVE-Safe Act; Comments on Hours of Service for Drivers; Port Congestion; Detention and Demurrage Fees; pending transportation legislation; H.R. 3684 - INVEST in America Act; S. 1931 - Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act of 2021; Build Back Better Act; USICA; COMPETES Act; H.J. Res. 100 Railroad Strike Legislation

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

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

S. 659, DRIVE Safe Act

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

Government targets: SENATE

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act STB and Freight Rail Oversight Commercial Vehicle Hours of Service Rules Farm to Table Act S 659, Drive Safe Act Commercial Vehicle Insurance HR 2187, Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act Commercial Maritime Shipping Delays Increasing gross vehicle weights on interstate highways Safe Routes Act Ocean Shipping Reform Act Reliable Rail Service Act HR 8649, the Freight Rail Shipping Fair Market Act General supply chain issues related to the Paper Industry Labor issues related to ocean ports Labor issues related to railroad service Transportation provisions in HR 2617, the Consolidated Appropriations Act (FY23 Omnibus)

Client expense: $610,000 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Federal Maritime Commission, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Truck weight limits; S. 659 and H.R. 1745 - DRIVE Safe Act

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

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Truck weight limits; S. 659 and H.R. 1745 - DRIVE Safe Act

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

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays. Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on ongoing rail labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and PierPass. Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o DRIVE Safe Act (H.R.1745, S.659) o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146)

Client expense: Not reported · Firm income: $7,729

Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, President of the U.S., SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)

Defense (DEF) Comments and discussions on Berry Amendment, Federal Prison Industries (FPI), and Ability One programs. Discussions with Members of Congress, DoD, USTR, TSA, and DHS about implementation of Berry and procurement issues and the following legislation: o FY 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R.7900 and Senate counterpart including regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) o FY 2023 Defense Appropriations bills Discussions with Congress and Administration on government procurement provisions in trade agreements. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on economic price adjustments (EPAs) in contracts. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on government procurement of PPE product. Trade Domestic/Foreign (TRD) Discussions with Congress and Administration (including USTR, Treasury, Commerce, ITC, Labor, State, Agriculture, DLA, Customs, FDA, FEMA, and CDC) on the following items: o import of personal protective equipment (PPE). o tariff relief for PPE product. o bilateral China trade issues, including WTO compliance and the Section 301 investigation and Section 232 investigations. o Western Hemisphere issues, including CAFTA-DR and Haiti. -H.R.7579 - Western Hemisphere Nearshoring Act -H.R.7935 - Opportunities in the Americas Act o Implementation of existing and negotiation of new free trade agreements (FTAs). Issues discussed include: -Rules of origin -Duties -Customs provisions -IPR provisions -Labor provisions -Regulatory harmonization -Transportation measures -Government procurement. -Port maintenance issues -Trade deficits and global value chains. Tariffs and proposed bills to regulate tariff policy, including: -Trade Security Act of 2021 (S. 746). -U.S. Innovation and Competition Act, (S. 1260). -The America Competes Act Of 2022 (H.R. 4521) -Import Security and Fairness Act (H.R. 6412) -U.S. HTS Chapter 62 U.S. Note 2 - water resistant definition -Trade Act of 2021. o New and existing trade preference programs, including: - the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), including Ethiopia. - the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), including country and product review and legislation to update the program - CNL Update Act (H.R.6171). - the Haiti Economic Lift Program (HELP) Act and the Haitian Hemispheric Opportunity through Partnership Encouragement Act (HOPE) o GSP Refund-Only Bill (H.R. 8906) o Various trade and customs initiatives (such as First Sale, 9802, de minimis, 321/FTZs, duty drawback, single window/ITDS, changes to ACE, and pending classifications, rulings, and regulations) covering textiles, apparel, footwear, and travel goods. o Foreign trade barriers and practices (including comments for annual NTE and Special 301 and notorious markets reports). o Pending nominations. o Legislation related to the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) Program: -Earth Act (H.R. 219). o Current and proposed sanctions, including: - North Korea sanctions (CAATSA). - Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). - Uyghur Forced Labor Disclosure Act (H.R. 2072). o Country of Origin Labeling Online Act Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Discussions with Congress on the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 (H.R. 2617) TAR - Tariff (Miscellaneous Tariff Bills) Discussions with Congress, ITC, Commerce, and USTR on MTB process and individual petitions. Transportation Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays. Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on ongoing rail labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and PierPass. Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o DRIVE Safe Act (H.R.1745, S.659) o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146) Product Safety (CSP) Discussions with Administration, including CPSC, Commerce, USTR, and EPA, and various Congressional offices on: implementation of Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). regulations involving flammability, sleepwear, and drawstring hazards. Regulations involving Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), including proposed TSCA Section 8e reporting requirements possible modifications to flammability requirements to add spandex to the exempt fibers list. implementation of previously implemented legislation to reduce third party testing burdens and costs. monitoring issues relating to apparel, footwear, and travel goods/fashion accessories safety and product labeling. implementation of the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, including foreign chemical management initiatives that function as non-tariff barriers. Pending nominations. annual CPSC budget (including increased funding), resource allocation, and priorities testimony. Link between counterfeit products and unsafe products. Digitization of apparel labeling as it relates to product safety information. Labor Discussion of WRAP program and with various legislative branch and executive branch officials. Discussions with Congress and Administration (including Labor, State, USTR, USAID, DFC, and CBP) to ensure effective implementation of and action on: o Child/Forced labor rules and lists, o Impact of COVID-19 on supply chain workers, o Uzbek cotton, o Better Work programs, o China Xinjiang, o Bangladesh, Burma, Cambodia, India, Sri Lanka, and o FTA and trade preference labor cases. o Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (Public Law No: 117-78). o FABRIC Act H.R. 8473 / S. 4213 Small Business Discussions with Congress and Administration impact of shipping delays on small business. Discussions with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on digitizing apparel labels as well as on textile, wool, fur, and care labeling rules, and other labeling rules, including Made in USA labeling. Discussions with the Administration and Congress on FPI reform and impact on small business. Discussions with Congress and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes. Environment Discussions with Congress and Administration on issues as it relates to sustainability, climate and environment Lobbying on SEC climate change reporting proposal Discussions with Congress and FTC to allow Digital Labeling for clothes Discussions with Congress and FTC on environmental marketing claims and the FTCs Green Guides Discussions with Congress and Administration on Federal Supplier Climate Risks and Resilience Rule IPR Discussions with Congress and Administration on: o Intellectual property and counterfeit practices across the destructive digital value chain, including e-commerce, social commerce and social platforms. o Fraudulent advertising on social media platforms and fake websites. Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 o Fraudulent trademark filings at the USPTO and abroad. o USTR Special 301 Report and Notorious Markets Report List and comments submitted by AAFA. o Dupe influencers on social media. o Design patents o National Security related to illicit sales of products o Reforms around customs and border protection procedures; updates related to what is needed by o brands to identify counterfeits o Counterfeits and resale. o Consumer awareness campaign on counterfeits. o Dangers of counterfeits to U.S. businesses, workers and jobs. o Legislation and/or regulations to create secondary liability structure for online platforms. o INFORM Consumers Act (S. 936/H.R. 5502). o SHOP SAFE Act of 2021 (H.R. 3429/S. 1843). o The America Competes Act Of 2022 (H.R. 4521) o 19 CFR 133.21 Identification of Counterfeits at U.S. ports o FY 2023 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R.7900 and Senate counterpart including SHOP SAFE Act of 2021 (S. 1843) o Discussions with Congress and CBP on Customs Modernization. Discussions with Congress on Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 (H.R. 2617)

Client expense: $208,217 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Centers For Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Defense Logistics Agency, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Federal Maritime Commission, Federal Mediation & Conciliation Service, Federal Reserve System, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Intl Trade Administration (ITA), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Patent & Trademark Office (PTO), President of the U.S., SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Small Business Administration (SBA), State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Copyright Office, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office

Discussions with Congress and Administration on shipping delays. Discussions with Congress and Administration on West Coast port labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on ongoing rail labor contract negotiations Discussions with Congress and Administration on Hours of Service (HoS) and other driver-related rules. Discussions with Congress and key agencies on port metrics. Discussions with Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) and Congress on shipping delays, ocean carrier / port terminal issues, including congestion surcharges, demurrage charges, and PierPass. Discussions with Congress and the Administration on comprehensive infrastructure funding and repair. Specific legislation on key transportation issues impacting the industry: o DRIVE Safe Act (H.R.1745, S.659) o Ocean Shipping Reform Act (Public Law No: 117-146)

Client expense: $208,217 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Executive Office of the President (EOP), Federal Maritime Commission, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration; Hours of Service rules; issues relating to and impacting agriculture and farmer cooperatives Federal Maritime Commission; issues relating to and impacting agriculture and farmer cooperatives Drive Safe Act (S. 659, H.R. 1745); issues relating to and impacting agriculture and farmer cooperatives H.R. 3684 Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act; provisions relating to agriculture and farmer cooperatives FY 2023 Appropriations-Transportation-HUD; issues relating to agriculture and farmer cooperatives Surface Transportation Board; issues relating to agriculture and farmer cooperatives H.R. 7776 and S. 4137 Water Resources Development Act of 2022; issues relating to agriculture and farmer cooperatives Freight rail service; issues relating to agriculture and farmer cooperatives

Client expense: $440,300 · Firm income: Not reported

Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Federal Maritime Commission, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

CARES Act (S. 3548); Increasing truck gross vehicle weight limits; Driver Shortage issues and the DRIVE Safe (H.R.1745/S.659); S. 3262 - FREIGHT Act; H.R.3684 - The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act; National Freight Data Portal; S. 1260 - United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021 (USICA) (S. 1260), H.R.4521 - America COMPETES Act of 2022 OSRA 2022 implementation; H.R.6567 - LICENSE Act of 2022; H.R.4810 - STEER Act; S.792 - HAULS Act of 2021; H.R.7348 - Strengthening Supply Chains Through Truck Driver Incentives Act of 2022; STB reauthorization;

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

Government targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Federal Maritime Commission, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

Waterways and Ports: infrastructure funding, infrastructure needs. Rail: Regulatory and legislative activities relating to railroad oversight. S. 659, DRIVE Safe Act. H.R.4996, Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021. H.R.8649, Freight Rail Shipping Fair Market Act. H.R.7776, Water Resources Development Act of 2022.

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

Government targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE

DRIVE-Safe Act (S. 659 / H.R. 1745) Parity for propane and other Alternative Fuels Corridors-eligible fuels; Propane as a backup power source fuel for critical transportation infrastructure; Propose a special exemption from certain Hours of Service requirements for propane industry drivers; CLEAN Future Act (H.R. 1512); LIFT America Act (H.R. 1848); INVEST in America Act (H.R. 3684); Surface Transportation Reauthorization Act of 2021 (S. 1931); Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (H.R. 3684) Implementation of relevant propane-eligible provisions in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (H.R. 3684)/(PL-117-58); Propose a special exemption from certain Hours of Service Requirements for propane industry drivers.

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

Government targets: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)

Gross Vehicle Weights S. 659 and H.R. 1745 - The DRIVE Safe Act H.R. 3684-The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Tax benefits for training and retention of truck drivers (no bill number) Emergency declaration waivers (no bill number) HR 2187 - the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act

Client expense: $23,125 · Firm income: Not reported

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