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Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021
Client: SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitored implementation of PL 116-136 CARES Act. Monitored discussions relating to H.R.133, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021.
Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021
Client: BROADCAST MUSIC INC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitored implementation of PL 116-136 CARES Act. Monitored H.R.133, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021
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BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2021 · second_quarter · Q2
Monitored implementation of PL 115-264 Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act. Monitored implementation of P.L. 116-260 Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, Protect Lawful Streaming Act provisions. Monitored discussions relating to DMCA reform proposals.
Monitored implementation of PL 117-2 American Rescue Plan of 2021.
Source: Senate LDA
| INGRAM INDUSTRIES, INC. |
| 6 |
| 2012–2020 |
| AMERICAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION | 5 | 2008–2018 |
| METLIFE | 5 | 2007–2008 |
| BANK OF AMERICA CORPORATION | 4 | 2006–2008 |
| AMERICAN FRANCHISEE ASSN | 3 | 1999–2000 |
| CSX CORPORATION | 3 | 1999–2013 |
| GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY | 3 | 2012–2013 |
| SOUTHERN COMPANY SERVICES | 3 | 1999–2000 |
| THE KROGER CO. | 3 | 2020 |
| VONAGE | 3 | 2007 |
| AMERICAN PETROLEUM INST | 2 | 1999–2000 |
| AMERICAN TELEPHONE & TELEGRAPH | 2 | 1999–2000 |
| HCA | 2 | 2000–2008 |
| LCR CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC | 2 | 2016–2017 |
| MASTERCARD WORLDWIDE | 2 | 2000–2006 |
| MIRANT CORP | 2 | 2002–2003 |
| NUCLEAR ENERGY INSTITUTE | 2 | 1999 |
| STAR NETWORK | 2 | 2000 |
| AMERICAN FOREST & PAPER ASSOCIATION | 1 | 2000 |
| BRISTOL-MEYERS SQUIBB COMPANY | 1 | 2005 |
| FEDERAL HOME LOAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION | 1 | 2000 |
| HSBC TECHNOLOGY & SERVICES (USA) INC. | 1 | 2007 |
| INGRAM BARGE COMPANY | 1 | 2016 |
| KENNECOTT SERVICES | 1 | 1999 |
| MBNA CORP | 1 | 2000 |
| PAUCATUCK EASTERN PEQUOT TRIBE | 1 | 1999 |
| SKYTEL COMMUNICATIONS | 1 | 1999 |
| SPECIALTY TOBACCO COUNCIL, INC. | 1 | 2008 |
| UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE-BATTELLE LLC | 1 | 2000 |
| US WIRELESS DATA INC | 1 | 2000 |
| USA GROUP | 1 | 2000 |
| VISA USA | 1 | 2000 |
| XCEL ENERGY | 1 | 2000 |
| ZENITH INSURANCE CO | 1 | 2004 |
Television Viewer Protection Act of 2019
Client: SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions regarding provisions of H.R. 5035 Television Viewer Protection Act of 2019 within PL 116-94 Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020.
Television Viewer Protection Act of 2019
Client: BROADCAST MUSIC INC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitored provisions of H.R. 5035 Television Viewer Protection Act of 2019 within PL 116-94 Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020.
Ask Musicians For Music Act of 2019
Client: BROADCAST MUSIC INC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance. Discussions in support of consent decree modification. Monitor implementation of PL 115-264: Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act. Monitor S. 1273 CASE Act of 2019. Monitor H.R. 5219/S. 2932 Ask Musicians for Music Act of 2019.
Monitored implementation of PL 116-136 CARES Act. Monitored discussions regarding H.R. 6800 The HEROES Act.
Monitored implementation of PL 116-136 CARES Act. Monitored H.R. 6800 The HEROES Act.
Monitored implementation of PL 116-136 CARES Act. Monitored discussions regarding H.R. 6800 The HEROES Act.
Monitored implementation of PL 116-136 CARES Act. Monitored H.R. 6800 The HEROES Act.
Discussion in support for including songwriter, composer and music publisher in classes to qualify for monetary relief in H.R. 748 CARES Act.
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance. Discussions in support of consent decree modification. Monitor implementation of PL 115-264: Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act. Monitor S. 1273 CASE Act of 2019. Monitor H.R. 5219/S. 2932 Ask Musicians for Music Act of 2019.
Ask Musicians for Music Act of 2019
Client: BROADCAST MUSIC INC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance. Discussions in support of consent decree modification. Monitor implementation of PL 115-264: Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act. Monitor S. 1273 CASE Act of 2019. Monitor H.R. 5219/S. 2932 Ask Musicians for Music Act of 2019.
Television Viewer Protection Act of 2019
Client: BROADCAST MUSIC INC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitor H.R. 5035 Television Viewer Protection Act of 2019. Monitor S. 2789 Satellite Television Access Reauthorization Act of 2019.
Satellite Television Community Protection and Promotion Act of 2019
Client: SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions relating to new distribution methods for A/V content. Monitor H.R. 5140 Satellite Television Community Protection and Promotion Act.
Satellite Television Community Protection and Promotion Act of 2019
Client: BROADCAST MUSIC INC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance. Discussions in support of consent decree modification. Monitor implementation of PL 115-264: Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act. Monitor H.R. 5140 Satellite Television Community Protection and Promotion Act of 2019. S. 1273 CASE Act of 2019. Monitor H.R. 5219/S. 2932 Ask Musicians for Music Act of 2019.
Ask Musicians For Music Act of 2019
Client: BROADCAST MUSIC INC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance. Discussions in support of consent decree modification. Monitor implementation of PL 115-264: Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act. Monitor H.R. 5140 Satellite Television Community Protection and Promotion Act of 2019. S. 1273 CASE Act of 2019. Monitor H.R. 5219/S. 2932 Ask Musicians for Music Act of 2019.
United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act
Client: SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions in support of strong market access and IP commitments in trade pacts. Discussions of concerns of potential market access barriers in some foreign markets. Discussions in support of H.R. 5430 United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act.
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance. Discussions in support of consent decree modification. Monitor implementation of PL 115-264: Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act. Monitor H.R. 5140 Satellite Television Community Protection and Promotion Act of 2019. S. 1273 CASE Act of 2019. Monitor H.R. 5219/S. 2932 Ask Musicians for Music Act of 2019.
Filter Bubble Transparency Act
Client: SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitor S. 2763 Filter Bubble Transparency Act.
Monitor H.R. 5035 Television Viewer Protection Act of 2019. Monitor S. 2789 Satellite Television Access Reauthorization Act of 2019.
Ask Musicians for Music Act of 2019
Client: BROADCAST MUSIC INC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance. Discussions in support of consent decree modification. Monitor implementation of PL 115-264: Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act. Monitor H.R. 5140 Satellite Television Community Protection and Promotion Act of 2019. S. 1273 CASE Act of 2019. Monitor H.R. 5219/S. 2932 Ask Musicians for Music Act of 2019.
Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act
Client: BROADCAST MUSIC INC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions in support of H.R. 1551 the Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act
Register of Copyrights Selection and Accountability Act of 2017
Client: SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions involving varied distribution models and platforms for A/V content Discussions in support of H.R. 1695/S. 1010 Register of Copyrights Selection and Accountability Act of 2018
Register of Copyrights Selection and Accountability Act of 2017
Client: SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions involving varied distribution models and platforms for A/V content Discussions in support of H.R. 1695/S. 1010 Register of Copyrights Selection and Accountability Act of 2018
Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
HR 372 Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act of 2017 (all sections of full text)(support)
Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act of 2017
Client: AMERICAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
HR 372 Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act of 2017 (all sections of full text)(support) S 3782 Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act of 2018 (all sections of full text)(support)
Music Modernization Act of 2017
Client: BROADCAST MUSIC INC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions in support of H.R. 4706 the Music Modernization Act of 2017/S. 2334 the Music Modernization Act of 2018 and H.R. 5447/S. 2823 the Music Modernization Act
Music Modernization Act of 2017
Client: BROADCAST MUSIC INC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions in support of H.R. 4706/S. 2334 the Music Modernization Act of 2017
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions in support of H.R. 4706 the Music Modernization Act of 2017/S. 2334 the Music Modernization Act of 2018 and H.R. 5447/S. 2823 the Music Modernization Act
Register of Copyrights Selection and Accountability Act of 2017
Client: SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions involving varied distribution models and platforms for A/V content Discussions in support of H.R. 1695/S. 1010 Register of Copyrights Selection and Accountability Act of 2018
Register of Copyrights Selection and Accountability Act of 2017
Client: SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions involving varied distribution models and platforms for A/V content Discussions in support of H.R. 1695/S. 1010 Register of Copyrights Selection and Accountability Act of 2018
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions in support of H.R. 4706 the Music Modernization Act of 2017/S. 2334 the Music Modernization Act of 2018 and H.R. 5447/S. 2823 the Music Modernization Act
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions in support of H.R. 4706/S. 2334 the Music Modernization Act of 2017
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions in support of H.R. 4706 the Music Modernization Act of 2017/S. 2334 the Music Modernization Act of 2018 and H.R. 5447/S. 2823 the Music Modernization Act
Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act of 2018
Client: AMERICAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
HR 372 Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act of 2017 (all sections of full text)(support) S 3782 Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act of 2018 (all sections of full text)(support)
To terminate the EB-5 program.
Client: LCR CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitored S. 727 Invest in Our Communities Act (All sections of full text) Monitored S. 232 A bill to terminate the EB-5 Visa Program and to reallocate the employment creation visas to the other employment-based visa classifications.(All sections of full text) Monitored H.R. 1502 To terminate the EB-5 program.(All sections of full text) Monitored S. 345 RAISE Act (All sections of full text) Monitor DHS USCIS Rule: EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Modernization (a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking or NPRM) Monitor DHS USCIS Rule: EB-5 Immigrant Investor Regional Center Program (an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking or ANPRM).
Register of Copyrights Selection and Accountability Act of 2017
Client: SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions regarding new distribution models for A/V content Discussions in support of H.R. 1695 Register of Copyrights Selection and Accountability Act of 2017
Transparency in Music Licensing and Ownership Act
Client: BROADCAST MUSIC INC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions on potential legislative approaches on music licensing reforms Discussions regarding H.R. 3350, Transparency in Music Licensing and Ownership Act (Section 2, Subsection d)
A bill to terminate the EB-5 Visa Program and to reallocate the employment creation visas to the other employment-based visa classifications.
Client: LCR CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitored S. 727 Invest in Our Communities Act (All sections of full text) Monitored S. 232 A bill to terminate the EB-5 Visa Program and to reallocate the employment creation visas to the other employment-based visa classifications.(All sections of full text) Monitored H.R. 1502 To terminate the EB-5 program.(All sections of full text) Monitored S. 345 RAISE Act (All sections of full text) Monitor DHS USCIS Rule: EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Modernization (a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking or NPRM) Monitor DHS USCIS Rule: EB-5 Immigrant Investor Regional Center Program (an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking or ANPRM).
Monitored S. 727 Invest in Our Communities Act (All sections of full text) Monitored S. 232 A bill to terminate the EB-5 Visa Program and to reallocate the employment creation visas to the other employment-based visa classifications.(All sections of full text) Monitored H.R. 1502 To terminate the EB-5 program.(All sections of full text) Monitored S. 345 RAISE Act (All sections of full text) Monitor DHS USCIS Rule: EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Modernization (a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking or NPRM) Monitor DHS USCIS Rule: EB-5 Immigrant Investor Regional Center Program (an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking or ANPRM).
Invest in Our Communities Act
Client: LCR CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitored S. 727 Invest in Our Communities Act (All sections of full text) Monitored S. 232 A bill to terminate the EB-5 Visa Program and to reallocate the employment creation visas to the other employment-based visa classifications.(All sections of full text) Monitored H.R. 1502 To terminate the EB-5 program.(All sections of full text) Monitored S. 345 RAISE Act (All sections of full text) Monitor DHS USCIS Rule: EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Modernization (a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking or NPRM) Monitor DHS USCIS Rule: EB-5 Immigrant Investor Regional Center Program (an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking or ANPRM).
Discussions in support of HR 1283 and S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance
Discussions in support of HR 1283 and S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance
Discussions in support of HR 1283 and S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance
Discussions in support of HR 1283 and S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance
Free File Act of 2016
Client: INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Enhance Tax Administration & tax system integrity. H.R. 4938 Free File Act of 2016 (all sections of full text) (efforts in support) Support Federal Free File Program Support Tax Simplification and Reform Support strengthening anti-fraud protections for tax system and taxpayers H.R. 5725 IRS Data Verification Modernization Act of 2016 (all sections of full text)
Free File Act of 2016
Client: INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Enhance Tax Administration & tax system integrity. H.R. 4938 Free File Act of 2016 (all sections of full text) Support Federal Free File Program Support Tax Simplification and Reform Support strengthening anti-fraud protections for tax system and taxpayers
Free File Act of 2016
Client: INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Enhance Tax Administration & tax system integrity. H.R. 4938 Free File Act of 2016 (all sections of full text) (efforts in support) Support Federal Free File Program Support Tax Simplification and Reform Support strengthening anti-fraud protections for tax system and taxpayers H.R. 5725 IRS Data Verification Modernization Act of 2016 (all sections of full text)
Puerto Rico Oversight, Management, and Economic Stability Act
Client: INGRAM BARGE COMPANY · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Implementation of P.L. 113-121 Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 H.R. 980 Vessel Incidental Discharge Act (all sections of full text)(support) S. 373 Vessel Incidental Discharge Act (all sections of full text)(support) Energy and Water Development Appropriations FY 2017; discussions involving provisions to fund inland waterways infrastructure, discussions involving the Navigation and Ecosystem Sustainability Program (NESP) S.2012 Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2016, discussions involving possible changes to the Jones Act S. 2848 Water Resources Development Act of 2016 (all sections of full text) H.R. 5278 PROMESA - discussions involving proposed changes to the Jones Act
Continuing Appropriations and Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2017, and Zika Response and Preparedness Act
Client: LCR CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions pertinent to re-authorization of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. S. 1501, American Job Creation & Investment Promotion Reform Act of 2015 (All sections of full text) H.R. 5992- American Job Creation and Investment Promotion Reform Act of 2016 (All sections of full text) Monitored S. 2122, Invest in Our Communities Act Monitored S. 2115, Targeted Employment Areas Improvement Act Monitored H.R. 616, American Entrepreneurship and Investment Act of 2015 Monitored H.R.5325, Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2017 Monitored P.L.114-254 Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017
IRS Data Verification Modernization Act of 2016
Client: INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Enhance Tax Administration & tax system integrity. H.R. 4938 Free File Act of 2016 (all sections of full text) (efforts in support) Support Federal Free File Program Support Tax Simplification and Reform Support strengthening anti-fraud protections for tax system and taxpayers H.R. 5725 IRS Data Verification Modernization Act of 2016 (all sections of full text)
IRS Data Verification Modernization Act of 2016
Client: INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Enhance Tax Administration & tax system integrity. H.R. 4938 Free File Act of 2016 (all sections of full text) (efforts in support) Support Federal Free File Program Support Tax Simplification and Reform Support strengthening anti-fraud protections for tax system and taxpayers H.R. 5725 IRS Data Verification Modernization Act of 2016 (all sections of full text)
Protect and Grow American Jobs Act
Client: ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitored H.R. 5801 Protect and Grow American Jobs Act
American Job Creation and Investment Promotion Reform Act of 2016
Client: LCR CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions pertinent to re-authorization of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. S. 1501, American Job Creation & Investment Promotion Reform Act of 2015 (All sections of full text) H.R. 5992- American Job Creation and Investment Promotion Reform Act of 2016 (All sections of full text) Monitored S. 2122, Invest in Our Communities Act Monitored S. 2115, Targeted Employment Areas Improvement Act Monitored H.R. 616, American Entrepreneurship and Investment Act of 2015 Monitored H.R.5325, Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2017 Monitored P.L.114-254 Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017
American Entrepreneurship and Investment Act of 2015
Client: LCR CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions pertinent to re-authorization of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. S. 1501, American Job Creation & Investment Promotion Reform Act of 2015 (All sections of full text) H.R. 5992- American Job Creation and Investment Promotion Reform Act of 2016 (All sections of full text) Monitored S. 2122, Invest in Our Communities Act Monitored S. 2115, Targeted Employment Areas Improvement Act Monitored H.R. 616, American Entrepreneurship and Investment Act of 2015 Monitored H.R.5325, Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2017 Monitored P.L.114-254 Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017
Email Privacy Act
Client: ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitored H.R. 699 Email Privacy Act Monitored S. 356 Electronic Communications Privacy Act Amendments Act of 2015
Email Privacy Act
Client: ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitored H.R. 699 Email Privacy Act
Vessel Incidental Discharge Act
Client: INGRAM BARGE COMPANY · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Implementation of P.L. 113-121 Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 H.R. 980 Vessel Incidental Discharge Act (all sections of full text)(support) S. 373 Vessel Incidental Discharge Act (all sections of full text)(support) Energy and Water Development Appropriations FY 2017; discussions involving provisions to fund inland waterways infrastructure, discussions involving the Navigation and Ecosystem Sustainability Program (NESP) S.2012 Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2016, discussions involving possible changes to the Jones Act S. 2848 Water Resources Development Act of 2016 (all sections of full text) H.R. 5278 PROMESA - discussions involving proposed changes to the Jones Act
American Job Creation and Investment Promotion Reform Act of 2015
Client: LCR CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions pertinent to re-authorization of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. S. 1501, American Job Creation & Investment Promotion Reform Act of 2015 (All sections of full text) H.R. 5992- American Job Creation and Investment Promotion Reform Act of 2016 (All sections of full text) Monitored S. 2122, Invest in Our Communities Act Monitored S. 2115, Targeted Employment Areas Improvement Act Monitored H.R. 616, American Entrepreneurship and Investment Act of 2015 Monitored H.R.5325, Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2017 Monitored P.L.114-254 Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017
North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act of 2016
Client: INGRAM BARGE COMPANY · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Implementation of P.L. 113-121 Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 H.R. 980 Vessel Incidental Discharge Act (all sections of full text)(support) S. 373 Vessel Incidental Discharge Act (all sections of full text)(support) Energy and Water Development Appropriations FY 2017; discussions involving provisions to fund inland waterways infrastructure, discussions involving the Navigation and Ecosystem Sustainability Program (NESP) S.2012 Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2016, discussions involving possible changes to the Jones Act S. 2848 Water Resources Development Act of 2016 (all sections of full text) H.R. 5278 PROMESA - discussions involving proposed changes to the Jones Act
Targeted Employment Areas Improvement Act
Client: LCR CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions pertinent to re-authorization of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. S. 1501, American Job Creation & Investment Promotion Reform Act of 2015 (All sections of full text) H.R. 5992- American Job Creation and Investment Promotion Reform Act of 2016 (All sections of full text) Monitored S. 2122, Invest in Our Communities Act Monitored S. 2115, Targeted Employment Areas Improvement Act Monitored H.R. 616, American Entrepreneurship and Investment Act of 2015 Monitored H.R.5325, Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2017 Monitored P.L.114-254 Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017
Invest in Our Communities Act
Client: LCR CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions pertinent to re-authorization of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. S. 1501, American Job Creation & Investment Promotion Reform Act of 2015 (All sections of full text) H.R. 5992- American Job Creation and Investment Promotion Reform Act of 2016 (All sections of full text) Monitored S. 2122, Invest in Our Communities Act Monitored S. 2115, Targeted Employment Areas Improvement Act Monitored H.R. 616, American Entrepreneurship and Investment Act of 2015 Monitored H.R.5325, Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2017 Monitored P.L.114-254 Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017
Venue Equity and Non-Uniformity Elimination Act of 2016
Client: ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions relating to S.2733 Venue Equity and Non-Uniformity Elimination Act of 2016 (all sections of full text)
Water Resources Development Act of 2016
Client: INGRAM BARGE COMPANY · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Implementation of P.L. 113-121 Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 H.R. 980 Vessel Incidental Discharge Act (all sections of full text)(support) S. 373 Vessel Incidental Discharge Act (all sections of full text)(support) Energy and Water Development Appropriations FY 2017; discussions involving provisions to fund inland waterways infrastructure, discussions involving the Navigation and Ecosystem Sustainability Program (NESP) S.2012 Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2016, discussions involving possible changes to the Jones Act S. 2848 Water Resources Development Act of 2016 (all sections of full text) H.R. 5278 PROMESA - discussions involving proposed changes to the Jones Act
American Innovation and Competitiveness Act
Client: ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions regarding growth in investment and jobs in the video game industry Discussions regarding S. 3084 The American Innovation and Competitiveness Act (all sections of full text)
Electronic Communications Privacy Act Amendments Act of 2015
Client: ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitored S. 356 Electronic Communications Privacy Act Amendments Act of 2015
Electronic Communications Privacy Act Amendments Act of 2015
Client: ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitored H.R. 699 Email Privacy Act Monitored S. 356 Electronic Communications Privacy Act Amendments Act of 2015
Implementation of P.L. 113-121 Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 H.R. 980 Vessel Incidental Discharge Act (all sections of full text)(support) S. 373 Vessel Incidental Discharge Act (all sections of full text)(support) Energy and Water Development Appropriations FY 2017; discussions involving provisions to fund inland waterways infrastructure, discussions involving the Navigation and Ecosystem Sustainability Program (NESP) S.2012 Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2016, discussions involving possible changes to the Jones Act S. 2848 Water Resources Development Act of 2016 (all sections of full text) H.R. 5278 PROMESA - discussions involving proposed changes to the Jones Act
Discussions in support of HR 1283 and S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance
Discussions in support of HR 1283 and S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance
Discussions in support of HR 1283 and S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance
Discussions in support of HR 1283 and S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance
Discussions in support of HR 1283, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 Discussions in support of S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Monitored Congressional review of copyright law
Discussions in support of HR 1283, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance
Discussions in support of HR 1283, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions in support of S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Monitored Congressional review of copyright law
Discussions in support of HR 1283, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions in support of S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions relating to US Copyright Office functions
Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016
Client: ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitored H.R. 2029 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2016
Innovation Act
Client: ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions in support of H.R. 9 Innovation Act (all sections of full text)
Every Student Succeeds Act
Client: ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions regarding educational aspects of video games and video game design curricula Discussions relating to eTech Caucus Monitored S.1177 Every Student Succeeds Act
Discussions in support of HR 1283, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions in support of S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Monitored Congressional review of copyright law
Discussions in support of HR 1283, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions in support of S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions relating to US Copyright Office functions
Discussions in support of HR 1283, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 Discussions in support of S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Monitored Congressional review of copyright law
Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities Act of 2014
Client: SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions in support of H.R. 3830 Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities Act of 2014 Discussions regarding market discrimination in foreign markets Discussions in support of strong IP chapter in trade pacts
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance H.R. 4079 Songwriter Equity Act (all sections, full text) (support)
Discussions in support of H.R.4079, Songwriter Equity Act of 2014 (All sections of full text) Review of songwriter copyrights in the digital marketplace
Discussions of songwriter copyrights in the digital marketplace Discussions in support of H.R.4079 and S.2321, Songwriter Equity Act of 2014 (All sections of full text)
Discussions of songwriter copyrights in the digital marketplace Discussions in support of H.R.4079 and S.2321, Songwriter Equity Act of 2014 (All sections of full text)
Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2015
Client: ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
S. 2437 FY 2015 Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill (all sections, full text) (support)
Satellite Television Access and Viewer Rights Act
Client: SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitored Congressional review of copyright law Monitored discussions of S. 2799 Satellite Television and Viewer Rights Act (all sections of full text)
Affordable Tutoring of Our Children Act
Client: ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
S. 744 The Border Security Economic Opportunity and Immigration Modernization Act (all sections of full text)
Digital Goods and Services Tax Fairness Act of 2011
Client: SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitored H.R. 1860 and S. 971 (Digital Goods and Services Tax Fairness Act of 2011) Monitored dicussions involving proposals to provide for repatriation of foreign source income Monitored discussions involving proposals to extend the Research and Development tax credit Monitored H.R. 5795 (Rebuilding American Manufacturing Act of 2012) Monitor S. 1832/H.R. 3179 Marketplace Fairness Act
Digital Goods and Services Tax Fairness Act of 2011
Client: SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitored H.R. 1860 and S. 971 (Digital Goods and Services Tax Fairness Act of 2011) Monitored dicussions involving proposals to provide for repatriation of foreign source income Monitored discussions involving proposals to extend the Research and Development tax credit Monitored H.R. 5795 (Rebuilding American Manufacturing Act of 2012)
Digital Goods and Services Tax Fairness Act of 2011
Client: ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitored H.R. 1860 and S. 971 (Digital Goods and Services Tax Fairness Act of 2011) Monitored discussions involving proposals to extend the Research and Development tax credit
To amend section 2710 of title 18, United States Code, to clarify that a video tape service provider may obtain a consumer's informed, written consent on an ongoing basis and that consent may be obtained through the Internet.
Client: SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitor H.R. 2471, Bill to amend section 2710 of title 18, U.S. Code
SAFE Data Act
Client: ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
H.R.2577, SAFE Data Act - monitored only S.1151, Personal Data Privacy and Security Act of 2011 - monitored only S.1207, Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2011 - monitored only S.1408, Data Breach Notification Act of 2011 - monitored only S.2105, Cybersecurity Act of 2012 monitored only
Marketplace Equity Act of 2011
Client: SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitored H.R. 1860 and S. 971 (Digital Goods and Services Tax Fairness Act of 2011) Monitored dicussions involving proposals to provide for repatriation of foreign source income Monitored discussions involving proposals to extend the Research and Development tax credit Monitored H.R. 5795 (Rebuilding American Manufacturing Act of 2012) Monitor S. 1832/H.R. 3179 Marketplace Fairness Act
Marketplace Equity Act of 2011
Client: ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Monitor H.R. 3179 Marketplace Equity Act of 2011/S.1832 Marketplace Fairness Act of 2011
S.968, PROTECT IP Act of 2011 - monitored only H.R.3261, Stop Online Piracy Act of 2011 - monitored only
Stop Online Piracy Act
Client: SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
Discussions in support of H.R.3261, Stop Online Piracy Act (all sections of full text) Discussion in support of S.968, PROTECT IP Act of 2011 (all sections of full text)
Stop Online Piracy Act
Client: ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) · Firm: THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
H.R.3261, Stop Online Piracy Act of 2011 - monitored only S.968, PROTECT IP Act of 2011 - monitored only
2021 · second_quarter · Q2
Monitored discussions relating to DMCA reform proposals. Monitored implementation of P.L. 116-260 Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, Protect Lawful Streaming Act provisions.
Monitored implementation of PL 117-2 American Rescue Plan of 2021.
Monitored implementation of USMCA.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2021 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitored implementation of USMCA.
Monitored discussions relating to DMCA reform proposals. Monitored implementation of P.L. 116-260 Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, Protect Lawful Streaming Act provisions.
Monitored implementation of PL 117-2 American Rescue Plan of 2021.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2021 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitored implementation of PL 117-2 American Rescue Plan of 2021.
Monitored implementation of PL 115-264 Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act. Monitored implementation of P.L. 116-260 Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, Protect Lawful Streaming Act provisions. Monitored discussions relating to DMCA reform proposals.
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2020 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Monitored discussions relating to DMCA reform proposals. Monitored discussions regarding Protect Lawful Streaming Act legislation.
Monitored discussions relating to UK-US trade agreement.
Monitored implementation of PL 116-136 CARES Act. Monitored discussions relating to H.R.133, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021.
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2020 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Monitored implementation of PL 116-136 CARES Act. Monitored H.R.133, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021
Monitor implementation of PL 115-264: Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act. Monitored discussions regarding Protect Lawful Streaming Act legislation. Monitored discussions relating to DMCA reform proposals.
THE KROGER CO. via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2020 · third_quarter · Q3
Monitored issues related to the Work Opportunity Tax Credit
Monitored implementation of the CARES Act Monitored issues related to pandemic pay and working conditions
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2020 · third_quarter · Q3
Discussions regarding concerns of regulatory discrimination in foreign TV markets. Monitored ratification and implementation of USMCA. Monitored discussions on UK-US trade agreement.
Discussions regarding diversity, equity and inclusion issues.
Monitored implementation of PL 116-136 CARES Act. Monitored discussions regarding H.R. 6800 The HEROES Act.
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2020 · third_quarter · Q3
Monitor implementation of PL 115-264: Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act.
Monitored implementation of PL 116-136 CARES Act. Monitored H.R. 6800 The HEROES Act.
Support for inclusion of songwriters, composers, and performers in future COVID-19 relief efforts.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
THE KROGER CO. via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2020 · second_quarter · Q2
Monitored issues related to the Work Opportunity Tax Credit
Monitored implementation of the CARES Act
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2020 · second_quarter · Q2
Monitored implementation of PL 116-136 CARES Act. Monitored discussions regarding H.R. 6800 The HEROES Act.
Monitored ratification and implementation of USMCA. Monitored discussions on UK-US trade agreement. Monitored discussions on US-Kenya trade agreement.
Discussions relating to liability insurance provisions for productions.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2020 · second_quarter · Q2
Monitor implementation of PL 115-264: Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act.
Monitored implementation of PL 116-136 CARES Act. Monitored H.R. 6800 The HEROES Act.
INGRAM INDUSTRIES INC. via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2020 · second_quarter · 2T
Monitored federal data privacy legislation
Monitored potential changes in COPPA and FERPA standards Monitored HR 3900 - To amend the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 to strengthen protections relating to the online collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and minors, and for other purposes Monitored S 748 - To amend the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 to strengthen protections relating to the online collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and minors, and for other purposes.
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2020 · first_quarter · Q1
Discussions in support of strong market access and IP commitments in trade pacts. Discussions of concerns of potential market access barriers in some foreign markets. Monitored ratification and implementation of USMCA.
Discussions relating to new distribution methods for A/V content. Discussions relating to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.
Discussions regarding provisions of H.R. 5035 Television Viewer Protection Act of 2019 within PL 116-94 Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020.
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2020 · first_quarter · Q1
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance. Discussions in support of consent decree modification. Monitor implementation of PL 115-264: Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act. Monitor S. 1273 CASE Act of 2019. Monitor H.R. 5219/S. 2932 Ask Musicians for Music Act of 2019.
Monitored provisions of H.R. 5035 Television Viewer Protection Act of 2019 within PL 116-94 Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020.
Discussion in support for including songwriter, composer and music publisher in classes to qualify for monetary relief in H.R. 748 CARES Act.
INGRAM INDUSTRIES INC. via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2020 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitored potential changes in COPPA and FERPA standards Monitored HR 3900 - To amend the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 to strengthen protections relating to the online collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and minors, and for other purposes Monitored S 748 - To amend the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 to strengthen protections relating to the online collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and minors, and for other purposes.
Monitored federal data privacy legislation
THE KROGER CO. via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2020 · second_quarter · RR
Issues of importance to grocers and food retailers
Issues of importance to grocers and food retailers
Issues of importance to grocers and food retailers
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2019 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Discussions regarding the benefits of film/television productions in local economies.
Discussions relating to new distribution methods for A/V content. Monitor H.R. 5140 Satellite Television Community Protection and Promotion Act.
Monitor S. 2763 Filter Bubble Transparency Act.
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2019 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance. Discussions in support of consent decree modification. Monitor implementation of PL 115-264: Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act. Monitor H.R. 5140 Satellite Television Community Protection and Promotion Act of 2019. S. 1273 CASE Act of 2019. Monitor H.R. 5219/S. 2932 Ask Musicians for Music Act of 2019.
Monitor H.R. 5035 Television Viewer Protection Act of 2019. Monitor S. 2789 Satellite Television Access Reauthorization Act of 2019.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
INGRAM INDUSTRIES INC. via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2019 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Monitored potential changes in COPPA and FERPA standards Monitored HR 3900 - To amend the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 to strengthen protections relating to the online collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and minors, and for other purposes Monitored S 748 - To amend the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 to strengthen protections relating to the online collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and minors, and for other purposes.
Monitored federal data privacy legislation
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2019 · third_quarter · Q3
Discussions regarding the benefits of film/television productions in local economies
Discussions relating to new distribution methods for A/V content
Monitor S. 748/H.R. 3900 To amend the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 to strengthen protections relating to the online collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and minors, and for other purposes.
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2019 · third_quarter · Q3
Issues regarding songwriter compensation from public performance. Discussions in support of consent decree modification. Discussions regarding music licensing framework and protecting songwriter copyrights. Monitor implementation of PL 115-264: Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
INGRAM INDUSTRIES INC. via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2019 · third_quarter · Q3
Discussions pertaining to potential changes in COPPA and FERPA standards Monitored HR 3900 - To amend the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 to strengthen protections relating to the online collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and minors, and for other purposes Monitored S 748 - To amend the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 to strengthen protections relating to the online collection, use, and disclosure of personal information of children and minors, and for other purposes.
Filing targets: SENATE
INGRAM INDUSTRIES INC. via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2019 · third_quarter · RA
Protection of online data.
Protection of online data.
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2019 · second_quarter · Q2
Discussions regarding the benefits of film/television productions in local economies
Discussions relating to new distribution methods for A/V content
Discussions in support of strong market access and IP commitments in trade pacts Discussions of concerns of potential market access barriers in some foreign markets
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2019 · second_quarter · Q2
Issues regarding songwriter compensation from public performance. Discussions in support of consent decree modification. Discussions regarding music licensing framework and protecting songwriter copyrights. Proposed Transparency in Music Licensing and Ownership Act, all provisions. Monitoring implementation of PL 115-264: Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2019 · first_quarter · Q1
Discussions relating to new distribution methods for A/V content
Discussions regarding the benefits of film/television productions in local economies
Discussions in support of strong market access and IP commitments in trade pacts Discussions of concerns of potential market access barriers in some foreign markets
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2019 · first_quarter · Q1
Issues regarding songwriter compensation from public performance. Monitoring implementation of PL 115-264: Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act. Discussions in support of consent decree modification. Discussions regarding music licensing framework and protecting songwriter copyrights.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
AMERICAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2018 · fourth_quarter · 4A
HR 372 Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act of 2017 (all sections of full text)(support) S 3782 Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act of 2018 (all sections of full text)(support)
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
AMERICAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2018 · fourth_quarter · Q4
HR 372 Competitive Health Insurance Reform Act of 2017 (all sections of full text)(support)
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2018 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Discussions in support of strong market access and IP commitments in trade pacts
Discussions involving varied distribution models and platforms for A/V content Discussions in support of H.R. 1695/S. 1010 Register of Copyrights Selection and Accountability Act of 2018
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2018 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions in support of PL 115-264 the Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2018 · third_quarter · Q3
Discussions involving varied distribution models and platforms for A/V content Discussions in support of H.R. 1695/S. 1010 Register of Copyrights Selection and Accountability Act of 2018
Discussions regarding positive impact of local productions on local economies
Discussions in support of strong market access and IP commitments in trade pacts
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2018 · third_quarter · Q3
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions in support of H.R. 1551 the Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2018 · second_quarter · Q2
Discussions involving varied distribution models and platforms for A/V content
Discussions in support of strong market access and IP commitments in trade pacts
Discussions regarding positive impact of local productions on local economies
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2018 · second_quarter · Q2
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions in support of H.R. 4706 the Music Modernization Act of 2017/S. 2334 the Music Modernization Act of 2018 and H.R. 5447/S. 2823 the Music Modernization Act
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2018 · first_quarter · Q1
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions in support of H.R. 4706/S. 2334 the Music Modernization Act of 2017
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2018 · first_quarter · Q1
Discussions involving varied distribution models and platforms for A/V content
Discussions in support of strong IP chapters in trade pacts Discussions in support of modernizing NAFTA terms
Discussions regarding positive impact of local productions on local economies
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2017 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Discussions regarding positive impact of local productions on local economies
Discussions in support of strong IP chapters in trade pacts Discussions in support of modernizing NAFTA terms
Discussions involving varied distribution models and platforms for A/V content
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2017 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions on potential legislative approaches on music licensing reforms
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2017 · third_quarter · Q3
Discussions in support of strong IP chapters in trade pacts Discussions in support of modernizing NAFTA terms
Discussions regarding positive impact of local productions on local economies
Discussions involving varied distribution models and platforms for A/V content
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2017 · third_quarter · Q3
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions on potential legislative approaches on music licensing reforms Discussions regarding H.R. 3350, Transparency in Music Licensing and Ownership Act (Section 2, Subsection d)
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2017 · second_quarter · Q2
Enhance Tax Administration & tax system integrity. Support Tax Simplification and Voluntary Compliance Support IRS Taxpayer Assistance Programs, VITA and Free File Support strengthening anti-cyberfraud protections for tax system and taxpayers Discussions related to electronic submission and return of tax transcripts from IRS to verify small business income for lending purposes
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2017 · second_quarter · Q2
Discussions regarding positive impact of local productions on local economies
Discussions in support of strong IP chapters in trade pacts Discussions in support of modernizing NAFTA terms
Discussions regarding new distribution models for A/V content
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2017 · second_quarter · Q2
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions on potential legislative approaches on music licensing reforms
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
LCR CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2017 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitored S. 727 Invest in Our Communities Act (All sections of full text) Monitored S. 232 A bill to terminate the EB-5 Visa Program and to reallocate the employment creation visas to the other employment-based visa classifications.(All sections of full text) Monitored H.R. 1502 To terminate the EB-5 program.(All sections of full text) Monitored S. 345 RAISE Act (All sections of full text) Monitor DHS USCIS Rule: EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Modernization (a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking or NPRM) Monitor DHS USCIS Rule: EB-5 Immigrant Investor Regional Center Program (an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking or ANPRM).
Monitored discussions pertaining to the re-authorization of the EB-5 Visa Program
INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2017 · first_quarter · Q1
Enhance Tax Administration & tax system integrity. Support Tax Simplification and Voluntary Compliance Support IRS Taxpayer Assistance Programs, VITA and Free File Support strengthening anti-cyberfraud protections for tax system and taxpayers
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2017 · first_quarter · Q1
Discussions regarding new distribution models for A/V content Discussions in support of H.R. 1695 Register of Copyrights Selection and Accountability Act of 2017
Discussions in support of strong IP chapters in trade pacts
Discussions regarding positive impacts of local productions on local economies
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2017 · first_quarter · Q1
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Discussions regarding educational aspects of video games and video game design curricula Discussions relating to STEM-based educational programs
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Enhance Tax Administration & tax system integrity. H.R. 4938 Free File Act of 2016 (all sections of full text) (efforts in support) Support Federal Free File Program Support Tax Simplification and Reform Support strengthening anti-fraud protections for tax system and taxpayers H.R. 5725 IRS Data Verification Modernization Act of 2016 (all sections of full text)
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Discussions of importance of US export markets Discussions in support of strong IP chapters in trade pacts
Discussions regarding new distribution models for A/V content
Discussions regarding positive impact of local productions on local economies
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Discussions in support of HR 1283 and S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
LCR CAPITAL PARTNERS LLC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Discussions pertinent to re-authorization of the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. S. 1501, American Job Creation & Investment Promotion Reform Act of 2015 (All sections of full text) H.R. 5992- American Job Creation and Investment Promotion Reform Act of 2016 (All sections of full text) Monitored S. 2122, Invest in Our Communities Act Monitored S. 2115, Targeted Employment Areas Improvement Act Monitored H.R. 616, American Entrepreneurship and Investment Act of 2015 Monitored H.R.5325, Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, 2017 Monitored P.L.114-254 Further Continuing and Security Assistance Appropriations Act, 2017
Monitored P.L.114-223, Continuing Appropriations and Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2017, and Zika Response and Preparedness Act
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · third_quarter · Q3
Monitored H.R. 5801 Protect and Grow American Jobs Act
Discussions regarding educational aspects of video games and video game design curricula Discussions relating to STEM based educational programs
Monitored S. 356 Electronic Communications Privacy Act Amendments Act of 2015
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · third_quarter · Q3
Discussions regarding new distribution models for A/V content
Discussions regarding positive impact of local productions on local economies
Discussions of importance of US export markets Discussions in support of strong IP chapters in trade pacts
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · third_quarter · Q3
Discussions in support of HR 1283 and S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · third_quarter · Q3
Enhance Tax Administration & tax system integrity. H.R. 4938 Free File Act of 2016 (all sections of full text) (efforts in support) Support Federal Free File Program Support Tax Simplification and Reform Support strengthening anti-fraud protections for tax system and taxpayers H.R. 5725 IRS Data Verification Modernization Act of 2016 (all sections of full text)
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · second_quarter · Q2
Discussions regarding educational aspects of video games and video game design curricula Discussions relating to eTech Caucus
Discussions relating to S.2733 Venue Equity and Non-Uniformity Elimination Act of 2016 (all sections of full text)
Monitored H.R. 699 Email Privacy Act Monitored S. 356 Electronic Communications Privacy Act Amendments Act of 2015
INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · second_quarter · Q2
Enhance Tax Administration & tax system integrity. H.R. 4938 Free File Act of 2016 (all sections of full text) Support Federal Free File Program Support Tax Simplification and Reform Support strengthening anti-fraud protections for tax system and taxpayers
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
INGRAM BARGE COMPANY via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · second_quarter · Q2
Implementation of P.L. 113-121 Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 H.R. 980 Vessel Incidental Discharge Act (all sections of full text)(support) S. 373 Vessel Incidental Discharge Act (all sections of full text)(support) Energy and Water Development Appropriations FY 2017; discussions involving provisions to fund inland waterways infrastructure, discussions involving the Navigation and Ecosystem Sustainability Program (NESP) S.2012 Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2016, discussions involving possible changes to the Jones Act S. 2848 Water Resources Development Act of 2016 (all sections of full text) H.R. 5278 PROMESA - discussions involving proposed changes to the Jones Act
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · second_quarter · Q2
Discussions of importance of US export markets Discussions in support of strong IP chapters in trade pacts
Discussions regarding positive impact of local productions on local economies
Discussions regarding new distribution models for A/V content
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · second_quarter · Q2
Discussions in support of HR 1283 and S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · first_quarter · Q1
Discussions regarding growth in investment and jobs in the video game industry
Monitored H.R. 699 Email Privacy Act
Discussions regarding educational aspects of video games and video game design curricula Discussions relating to eTech Caucus
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · first_quarter · Q1
Enhance Tax Administration & tax system integrity. Support Federal Free File Program Monitored discussions regarding draft legislation requiring the IRS to develop guidelines for identity theft.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · first_quarter · Q1
Discussions regarding new distribution models for A/V content
Discussions of FCC regulation of television marketplace
Discussions of importance of US export markets Discussions in support of strong IP chapters in trade pacts
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2016 · first_quarter · Q1
Discussions in support of HR 1283 and S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2015 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Discussions regarding growth in educational programs and growth in video game developers and publishers
Discussions regarding educational aspects of video games and video game design curricula Discussions relating to eTech Caucus Monitored S.1177 Every Student Succeeds Act
Discussions relating to DMCA issues
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2015 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Discussions in support of HR 1283, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2015 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Discussions regarding positive impact of local productions on local economies
Discussions regarding new distribution models for A/V content
Monitored discussions regarding regulation of OTT services
INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2015 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Enhance Tax Administration & tax system integrity. Monitored discussions regarding draft legislation requiring the IRS to develop guidelines for identity theft.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2015 · third_quarter · Q3
Monitored discussions regarding Congressional and Administration trade negotiations
Discussions in support of H.R. 9 Innovation Act (all sections of full text)
Discussions regarding educational aspects of video games and video game design curricula Discussions relating to eTech Caucus
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2015 · third_quarter · Q3
Monitored discussions regarding regulation of OTT services
Discussions of importance of US export markets Discussions in support of strong IP chapters in trade pacts
Discussions regarding new distribution models for A/V content
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2015 · third_quarter · Q3
Discussions in support of HR 1283, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions in support of S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Discussions relating to US Copyright Office functions
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2015 · second_quarter · Q2
Monitored Congressional review of copyright law
Discussions regarding education issues relating to eTech Caucus
Discussions regarding importance of IP provisions in trade pacts
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2015 · second_quarter · Q2
Discussions regarding trade barriers in foreign television markets Discussions in support of strong IP chapters in trade pacts
Discussions regarding new distribution models for A/V content Monitored Congressional review of copyright law
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2015 · second_quarter · Q2
Discussions in support of HR 1283, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions in support of S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 (all sections of full text) Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Monitored Congressional review of copyright law
Discussions regarding copyright term in other countries
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2015 · second_quarter · Q2
Educate re: value of mobile payments Promote Small Business Lending Promote sound financial servicespolicy
INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2015 · first_quarter · Q1
Educate re: value of mobile payments Promote Small Business Lending Promote sound financial servicespolicy
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2015 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitored Congressional review of copyright law
Outreach regarding potential for video game use in tribal education programs Discussions of issues relating to eTech Caucus
Monitored FTC enforcement actions relating to COPPA Monitored ongoing cybersecurity discussions
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2015 · first_quarter · Q1
Discussions in support of HR 1283, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 Discussions in support of S 662, Songwriter Equity Act of 2015 Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance Monitored Congressional review of copyright law
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2015 · first_quarter · Q1
Discussions regarding new distribution models for A/V content Monitored Congressional review of copyright law
Discussions regarding trade barriers in foreign television markets Discussions in support of strong IP chapters in trade pacts
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2014 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Educate re: value of mobile payments Promote Small Business Lending Promote sound financial services policy
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2014 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Discussions regarding on-location production jobs and investments
Discussions regarding new distribution models for audio visual works
Monitored H.R. 83 Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015 (all sections of full text)
ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2014 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Provided information regarding economic impact of US video game industry
Monitored Congressional Review of Copyright Law
Monitored FTC industry settlements regarding in-app purcahses
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2014 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Monitored Congressional review of copyright law
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2014 · third_quarter · 3A
Monitored issues related to mobile payments Monitored issues related to financial services Monitored issues related to information reporting
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2014 · third_quarter · Q3
Discussions regarding on-location production jobs and investments
Monitored Congressional review of copyright law Monitored discussions of S. 2799 Satellite Television and Viewer Rights Act (all sections of full text)
Discussions regarding distribution and licensing in foreign markets Discussions in support of strong IP chapters in trade pacts
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2014 · third_quarter · Q3
Discussions regarding songwriter compensation from public performance H.R. 4079 Songwriter Equity Act (all sections, full text) (support)
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2014 · third_quarter · Q3
Monitored Congressional Review of Copyright Law
Discussions regarding Congressional e-Tech Caucus
Filing targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2014 · second_quarter · Q2
Discussions regarding new distribution models for audio visual works
Discussions regarding distribution and licensing in foreign markets
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2014 · second_quarter · Q2
S. 2437 FY 2015 Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill (all sections, full text) (support)
Discussions relating to First Sale Doctrine in Digital Realm
Discussions involving House e-Tech Caucus
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2014 · second_quarter · 2A
Monitored issues related to mobile payments Monitored issues related to financial services Monitored issues related to information reporting
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2014 · second_quarter · Q2
Discussions of songwriter copyrights in the digital marketplace Discussions in support of H.R.4079 and S.2321, Songwriter Equity Act of 2014 (All sections of full text)
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2014 · first_quarter · Q1
Discussions in support of H.R. 3830 Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities Act of 2014 Discussions regarding market discrimination in foreign markets Discussions in support of strong IP chapter in trade pacts
Monitored Congressional review of copyright law
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
BROADCAST MUSIC INC via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2014 · first_quarter · Q1
Discussions in support of H.R.4079, Songwriter Equity Act of 2014 (All sections of full text) Review of songwriter copyrights in the digital marketplace
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2014 · first_quarter · 1A
Discussions involving House e-Tech Caucus
Monitored Congressional review of data privacy/cybersecurity issues
Monitored Congressional Review of Copyright Law
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
ENTERTAINMENT SOFTWARE ASSOCIATION (ESA) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2014 · first_quarter · Q1
Monitored Congressional review of data privacy/cybersecurity issues
Monitored P.L. 113-76 Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2014 (Office of Justice Programs: Research, Evaluation and Statistics)
Monitored Congressional Review of Copyright Law
INTUIT, INC. AND AFFILIATES (F.K.A. INTUIT, INC.) via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2014 · first_quarter · RR
Mobile payments, tax settlement products, financial services, information reporting
Mobile payments, tax settlement products, financial services, information reporting
SONY PICTURES ENTERTAINMENT via THE SMITH-FREE GROUP, LLC
2013 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Discussions in support of strong IP chapter in trade pacts
Discussions of voluntary self-help programs to combat piracy
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Monitored discussions regarding draft Protect Lawful Streaming Act legislation.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Discussions regarding the benefits of film/television productions in local economies.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Issues of importance to grocers and food retailers
Issues of importance to grocers and food retailers
Issues of importance to grocers and food retailers
Discussions in support of strong market access and IP commitments in trade pacts. Discussions of concerns of potential market access barriers in some foreign markets. Discussions in support of H.R. 5430 United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Discussions in support of strong market access and IP commitments in trade pacts Discussions of concerns of potential market access barriers in some foreign markets
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Discussions regarding growth in investment and jobs in the video game industry Discussions regarding S. 3084 The American Innovation and Competitiveness Act (all sections of full text)
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Discussions regarding positive impact of local productions on local economies
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Monitored H.R. 2029 Military Construction and Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2016
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Discussions of importance of US export markets Discussions in support of strong IP chapters in trade pacts
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Discussions regarding positive impact of local productions on local economies
Filing targets: Executive Office of the President (EOP), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Discussions of impact of video game industry on local economies
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Interior, Dept of (DOI), SENATE
Discussions regarding trade barriers in foreign television markets Discussions in support of strong IP chapters in trade pacts
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
Monitored H.R. 83 Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Office of the Vice President of the United States, SENATE
Discussions involving House e-Tech Caucus
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE