mr DANIEL ROEHL

Department of Labor policies and regulations on independent contractors, joint employer, wage rates, overtime, and tip credit. Wage/tip credit legislative proposals. Apprenticeships. H.R. 5494, Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act. H.R. 4366, Save Local Business Act. H.R. 20, Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2025. H.R. 5408/S. 844, Faster Labor Contracts Act. H.R. 5267/S. 3525, American Franchise Act. Nomination of James Macy and David Prouty to National Labor Relations Board. H.R. 6213, Heat Workforce Standards Act of 2025. H.R. 1163, The Prove It Act of 2025. Nomination of Keith Sonderling to serve as Secretary of Labor.

Food safety, labeling, pricing, and packaging issues. Food and nutrition policy. Proposed illegal fishing legislation. S. 835, Reduce Food Loss and Waste Act. Reauthorization of the Farm Bill. FDA Traceability Rule. Make America Healthy Again proposals, including preemption legislation and proposed Food Ingredient Transparency Act. Restaurant Meals Program. S. 3122, Better Food Disclosure Act of 2025. Food Traceability Enhancement Act (draft legislation). H.R. 7567, Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. H.R. 2071/S. 4863, Save Our Shrimpers Act. H.R. 7024, Hemp Planting Predictability Act. H.R. 6657, Restaurant Meals Program Reform Act of 2025. S. 3240, McSCUSE ME Act of 2025. Proposed Uniformity Food and Beverage Ingredient regulation. H.R. 8385, Food Labeling Modernization Act of 2026. S. 4945, Home Market Restoration Act of 2026. Policies and proposals related to THC beverages. H.R. 10079, Beverage Regulatory Parity Act. H.R. 10268, Ending Restaurant Purchases with SNAP Act of 2026.

Immigration reform and proposals. H.R. 5494, Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act. DACA/Dreamers. H.R. 4393, DIGNIDAD (Dignity) Act of 2025.

H.R. 1177/S. 492, Improve and Enhance the Work Opportunity Tax Credit Act. Tax rates, including corporate, individual, small business and estate tax. FICA tax tip credit. Implementation of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (Pub. L. No. 119-21), tax provisions. H.R. 482/S. 129, No Tax on Tips Act. H.R. 5475, No Tax on Overtime for All Workers Act.

Department of Labor policies and regulations on independent contractors, joint employer, non-disparagement, overtime and tip credit. Wage/tip credit legislative proposals. Workforce development issues. Apprenticeships. Paid leave legislative proposals. H.R. 2312, Tipped Employee Protection Act. Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act (draft legislation). Save Local Business Act (draft legislation). S. 844, Faster Labor Contracts Act. H.R. 20, Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2025. Working Families Flexibility Act (draft legislation). H.R. 2952, SALT Act. H.R. 3545, TEENS Act. Heat Workforce Standards Act (draft legislation). S. 844, Faster Labor Contracts Act. Nomination of Crystal Carey to be the General Counsel of the NLRB.

Trade policies and tariffs, including foreign import bans. Food tracing.

Food safety, labeling, pricing, and packaging issues. Food and nutrition policy. Proposed illegal fishing legislation. S. 835, Reduce Food Loss and Waste Act. Reauthorization of the Farm Bill. FDA Traceability Rule. Make America Healthy Again proposals.

Data privacy issues and legislative proposals. Credit Card Competition Act (amendment to S. 1582). Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act (draft legislation). American Privacy Rights Act (draft legislation). S. 1582, GENIUS Act. Swipe fees. Visa lawsuit. America Data Privacy and Protection Act.

S. 1077, District of Columbia Local Funds Act, 2025.

Trade policies and tariffs, including foreign import bans. Food tracing.

Food safety, labeling, pricing, and packaging issues. Food and nutrition policy. Proposed illegal fishing legislation. S. 835, Reduce Food Loss and Waste Act. Reauthorization of the Farm Bill. FDA Traceability Rule. Make America Healthy Again proposals.

Data privacy issues and legislative proposals. Credit Card Competition Act (draft legislation). Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act (draft legislation). American Privacy Rights Act (draft legislation).

Immigration reform and proposals. Visa worker programs, including H2B cap relief. S. 255, Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act of 2023. H.R. 3734, Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act. Expediting visas for foreign visitors to the U.S.

Food safety, labeling, pricing, and packaging issues. Food and nutrition policy. Proposed illegal fishing legislation. S. 3146, Reduce Food Loss and Waste Act. SNAP/Restaurant Meals Program legislation. Reauthorization of the Farm Bill. National Restaurant Association's Kids LiveWell Program. S. 3034, Meals for At-Risk Americans Act of 2023. H.R. 7563, Food Traceability Enhancement Act. H.R. 9027/S. 4690, Department of Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2025, provisions on food policy. H.R. 5103, FISHES Act.

Department of Labor policies and regulations on independent contractors, joint employer, non-disparagement, overtime and tip credit. Wage/tip credit legislative proposals. Workforce development issues. Apprenticeships. Paid leave legislative proposals. H.R. 1612/S. 781, Tipped Employee Protection Act. H.R. 2700/S. 1201, Employee Rights Act. FTC Non-Compete Clause Rulemaking. H.R. 3734, Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act. S. 2488, Raise the Wage Act of 2023. H.J. Res. 98/S.J. Res. 49, Congressional Review Act Joint Resolution of Disapproval of the NLRB rule relating to "Standard for Determining Joint Employer Status." H.R. 7367, Overtime Pay Flexibility Act. NLRB nominations. S. 2785, Higher Wages for American Workers Act of 2023.

Data privacy issues and legislative proposals. H.R. 3881/S. 1838, Credit Card Competition Act of 2023. S. 1419, Kids Online Safety Act. S. 1418, Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act. FTC Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Non-Compete Clause Rule. FTC Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Trade Regulation Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees. Federal Reserve System Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Debit Card Interchange Fees and Routing. S. 3161, Promoting Real-time Information on Cost Expenditure (PRICE) Act. H.R. 7531/S. 4570, Secure Payments Act of 2024. H.R. 7520, Protecting Americans' Data from Foreign Adversaries Act 2024. S. 4195, Childhood Diabetes Reduction Act of 2024. H.R. 8818, American Privacy Rights Act of 2024. H.R. 8337, Bank Resilience and Regulatory Improvement Act. CFPB regulation of the financial sector.

Transportation and infrastructure proposals. Renewable Fuel Standard proposals.

Trade policies and tariffs, including foreign import bans. H.R. 3739/S. 2343, FAIR TARIFF Act of 2023. Food tracing. Alcohol industry trade practices.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Extension/enhancement of the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) and ERTC refund improvements. Tax rates, including corporate, individual, small business, and proposed cap on 199A. Net Investment Income Tax (NIIT), estate tax, capital gains, and step-up basis. IRS tax enforcement, and ERTC refund improvements. FICA tax tip credit. Bonus depreciation. Business meals deduction. H.R. 2788/S. 1232, AIM Act. Service Industry Tip Compliance Agreement program. S. 1706, Main Street Tax Certainty Act. H.R. 4756, Community News and Small Business Support Act. Estate tax repeal proposals. H.R. 7024, Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. H.R. 6833, Improve and Enhance the Work Opportunity Tax Credit Act. H.R. 5689, EITC Age Parity Act of 2023. Service Industry Tip Compliance Agreement (SITCA) program. H.R. 7577, Creating Hospitality Economic Enhancement for Restaurant and Servers. S. 3680, Paid Family and Medical Leave Tax Credit Extension and Enhancement Act. H.R. 8941/S. 4621, No Tax on Tips Act. H.R. 7035/S. 1108, Death Tax Repeal Act.

Recycling infrastructure. S. 1189, Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Act of 2023. S. 1194, Recycling and Composting Accountability Act. Securities and Exchange Commission Proposed Rule on Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors. S. 4753, Energy Permitting Reform Act of 2024.

Food safety, labeling, pricing, and packaging issues. Food and nutrition policy. Proposed illegal fishing legislation. S. 3146, Reduce Food Loss and Waste Act. SNAP/Restaurant Meals Program legislation. Reauthorization of the Farm Bill. National Restaurant Association's Kids LiveWell Program. S. 3034, Meals for At-Risk Americans Act of 2023. H.R. 7563, Food Traceability Enhancement Act. H.R. 9027/S. 4690, Department of Agriculture Appropriations Act, FY2025, provisions on food policy. H.R. 5103, FISHES Act.

Department of Labor policies and regulations on independent contractors, joint employer, non-disparagement, overtime and tip credit. Wage/tip credit legislative proposals. Workforce development issues. Apprenticeships. Paid leave legislative proposals. H.R. 20/S. 567, Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2023. SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) and Advance Grants. Pandemic risk insurance/business interruption insurance. Implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, Pub. L. No. 117-169, fines and officer liability. H.R. 1612/S. 781, Tipped Employee Protection Act. Nomination of Julie Su to be Secretary of Labor. H.R. 2700/S. 1201, Employee Rights Act. FTC Non-Compete Clause Rulemaking. H.R. 3734, Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act. S. 2488, Raise the Wage Act of 2023. H.J. Res. 98/S.J. Res. 49, Congressional Review Act Joint Resolution of Disapproval of the NLRB rule relating to "Standard for Determining Joint Employer Status." H.J. Res. 116/S.J. Res. 63, Congressional Review Act Joint Resolution of Disapproval of the Dept. of Labor rule relating to "Employee or Independent Contractor Classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act." H.R. 7367, Overtime Pay Flexibility Act. H.J. Res. 166/S.J. Res. 97, Congressional Review Act Joint Resolution of Disapproval of the Dept. of Labor rule relating to "Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales, and Computer Employees." NLRB nominations. S. 2785, Higher Wages for American Workers Act of 2023.

Transportation and infrastructure proposals. Renewable Fuel Standard proposals.

Department of Labor policies and regulations on independent contractors, joint employer, non-disparagement, overtime and tip credit. Wage/tip credit legislative proposals. Workforce development issues. Apprenticeships. Paid leave legislative proposals. H.R. 20/S. 567, Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2023. SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) and Advance Grants. Pandemic risk insurance/business interruption insurance. Implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, Pub. L. No. 117-169, fines and officer liability. H.R. 1612/S. 781, Tipped Employee Protection Act. Nomination of Julie Su to be Secretary of Labor. H.R. 2700/S. 1201, Employee Rights Act. FTC Non-Compete Clause Rulemaking. H.R. 3734, Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act. S. 2488, Raise the Wage Act of 2023. H.J. Res. 98/S.J. Res. 49, Congressional Review Act Joint Resolution of Disapproval of the NLRB rule relating to "Standard for Determining Joint Employer Status." H.J. Res. 116/S.J. Res. 63, Congressional Review Act Joint Resolution of Disapproval of the Dept. of Labor rule relating to "Employee or Independent Contractor Classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act." H.R. 7367, Overtime Pay Flexibility Act. H.J. Res. 166/S.J. Res. 97, Congressional Review Act Joint Resolution of Disapproval of the Dept. of Labor rule relating to "Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales, and Computer Employees." NLRB nominations.

Immigration reform and proposals. Visa worker programs, including H2B cap relief. S. 255, Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act of 2023. H.R. 3734, Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act.

Recycling infrastructure. S. 1189, Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Act of 2023. S. 1194, Recycling and Composting Accountability Act. Securities and Exchange Commission Proposed Rule on Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors.

Transportation and infrastructure proposals.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Extension/enhancement of the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) and ERTC refund improvements. Tax rates, including corporate, individual, small business, and proposed cap on 199A. Net Investment Income Tax (NIIT), estate tax, capital gains, and step-up basis. IRS tax enforcement, and ERTC refund improvements. FICA tax tip credit. Business meals deduction. H.R. 2788/S. 1232, AIM Act. Service Industry Tip Compliance Agreement program. S. 1706, Main Street Tax Certainty Act. H.R. 4756, Community News and Small Business Support Act. Estate tax repeal proposals. H.R. 7024, Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. H.R. 6833, Improve and Enhance the Work Opportunity Tax Credit Act. H.R. 5689, EITC Age Parity Act of 2023. Service Industry Tip Compliance Agreement (SITCA) program. H.R. 7577, Creating Hospitality Economic Enhancement for Restaurant and Servers. S. 3680, Paid Family and Medical Leave Tax Credit Extension and Enhancement Act. H.R. 8941/S. 4621, No Tax on Tips Act.

Transportation and infrastructure proposals. H.R. 3408, DRIVE Safe Integrity Act of 2023.

Data privacy issues and legislative proposals. American Data Privacy and Protection Act (draft legislation). H.R. 3881/S. 1838, Credit Card Competition Act of 2023. S. 1419, Kids Online Safety Act. S. 1418, Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act. FTC Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Non-Compete Clause Rule. FTC Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Trade Regulation Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees. Federal Reserve System Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Debit Card Interchange Fees and Routing. S. 3161, Promoting Real-time Information on Cost Expenditure (PRICE) Act. H.R. 7531, Secure Payments Act of 2024. H.R. 7520, Protecting Americans' Data from Foreign Adversaries Act 2024.

Immigration reform and proposals. Visa worker programs, including H2B cap relief. S. 255, Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act of 2023. H.R. 3734, Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act.

Recycling infrastructure. S. 1189, Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Act of 2023. S. 1194, Recycling and Composting Accountability Act. Securities and Exchange Commission Proposed Rule on Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors.

Trade policies and tariffs, including foreign import bans. H.R. 3739/S. 2343, FAIR TARIFF Act of 2023. Food tracing. Alcohol industry trade practices.

Food safety, labeling, pricing, and packaging issues. Food and nutrition policy. Proposed illegal fishing legislation. Country of origin labeling. Implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, Pub. L. No. 117-167, food tracing provisions. S. 3146, Reduce Food Loss and Waste Act (draft legislation). SNAP/Restaurant Meals Program legislation. Reauthorization of the Farm Bill. National Restaurant Association's Kids LiveWell Program. S. 3034, Meals for At-Risk Americans Act of 2023.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Extension/enhancement of the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) and ERTC refund improvements. Tax rates, including corporate, individual, small business, and proposed cap on 199A. Net Investment Income Tax (NIIT), estate tax, capital gains, and step-up basis. Employee Retention Tax Credit Reinstatement Act (draft legislation). Restaurant Revitalization Funds. Implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, Pub. L. No 117-169, proposed cap on 199A. IRS tax enforcement, and ERTC refund improvements. FICA tax tip credit. Business meals deduction. Restaurant Revitalization Tax Credit. H.R. 2788/S. 1232, AIM Act. Service Industry Tip Compliance Agreement program. S. 1706, Main Street Tax Certainty Act. H.R. 4756, Community News and Small Business Support Act. Estate tax repeal proposals. H.R. 7024, Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024. H.R. 6833, Improve and Enhance the Work Opportunity Tax Credit Act. H.R. 5689, EITC Age Parity Act of 2023. Service Industry Tip Compliance Agreement (SITCA) program.

Department of Labor policies and regulations on independent contractors, joint employer, non-disparagement, and tip credit. Wage/tip credit legislative proposals. Workforce development issues. Apprenticeships. Paid leave legislative proposals. H.R. 20/S. 567, Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2023. SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) and Advance Grants. HIRE Act (draft legislation). Pandemic risk insurance/business interruption insurance. Implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, Pub. L. No. 117-169, fines and officer liability. H.R. 1612/S. 781, Tipped Employee Protection Act. Senate HELP Committee processes on All Encompassing Investigative Authority. Nomination of Julie Su to be Secretary of Labor. Issues related to SERVSAFE Food Safety Program. H.R. 2700/S. 1201, Employee Rights Act. H.R. 2826/S. 1261, Save Local Business Act. FTC Non-Compete Clause Rulemaking. H.R. 3734, Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act. DOL overtime and classification rule. S. 1664, Healthy Families Act. S. 728, Paycheck Fairness Act. Draft legislation on third-party delivery. S. 2488, Raise the Wage Act of 2023. S. 2785, Higher Wages for American Workers Act of 2023. H.J. Res. 98/S.J. Res. 49, Congressional Review Act Joint Resolution of Disapproval of the NLRB rule relating to "Standard for Determining Joint Employer Status." NLRB Joint-Employer Standard Final Rule.

Transportation and infrastructure proposals. H.R. 3408, DRIVE Safe Integrity Act of 2023.

Recycling infrastructure. S. 1189, Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Act of 2023. S. 1194, Recycling and Composting Accountability Act. Securities and Exchange Commission Proposed Rule on Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors. H.R. 1640, Save Our Gas Stoves Act. H.R. 3818, To prevent the Secretary of Energy from finalizing a proposed rule related to conventional cooking products, and for other purposes.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Extension/enhancement of the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) and ERTC refund improvements. Tax rates, including corporate, individual, small business, and proposed cap on 199A. Net Investment Income Tax (NIIT), estate tax, capital gains, and step-up basis. Employee Retention Tax Credit Reinstatement Act (draft legislation). Restaurant Revitalization Funds. Implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, Pub. L. No 117-169, proposed cap on 199A. IRS tax enforcement, and ERTC refund improvements. FICA tax tip credit. Business meals deduction. Restaurant Revitalization Tax Credit. H.R. 2788/S. 1232, AIM Act. Service Industry Tip Compliance Agreement program. S. 1706, Main Street Tax Certainty Act. H.R. 4756, Community News and Small Business Support Act. Estate tax repeal proposals.

Trade policies and tariffs, including foreign import bans. H.R. 3739/S. 2343, FAIR TARIFF Act of 2023. Food tracing. Alcohol industry trade practices.

Immigration reform and proposals. Visa worker programs, including H2B cap relief. S. 255, Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act of 2023. H.R. 3734, Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act.

Data privacy issues and legislative proposals. American Data Privacy and Protection Act (draft legislation). H.R. 3881/S. 1838, Credit Card Competition Act of 2023. S. 1419, Kids Online Safety Act. S. 1418, Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act. FTC Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Non-Compete Clause Rule.

Department of Labor policies and regulations on independent contractors, joint employer, non-disparagement, and tip credit. Wage/tip credit legislative proposals. Workforce development issues. Apprenticeships. Paid leave legislative proposals. H.R. 20/S. 567, Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2023. SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) and Advance Grants. HIRE Act (draft legislation). Pandemic risk insurance/business interruption insurance. Implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, Pub. L. No. 117-169, fines and officer liability. H.R. 1612/S. 781, Tipped Employee Protection Act. Senate HELP Committee processes on All Encompassing Investigative Authority. Nomination of Julie Su to be Secretary of Labor. SERVSAFE Food Safety Program. H.R. 2700/S. 1201, Employee Rights Act. H.R. 2826/S. 1261, Save Local Business Act. FTC Non-Compete Clause Rulemaking. H.R. 3734, Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act. DOL overtime and classification rule. S. 1664, Healthy Families Act. S. 728, Paycheck Fairness Act. Draft legislation on third-party delivery. Nomination of Gwynne Wilcox to the National Labor Relations Board. S. 2488, Raise the Wage Act of 2023. S. 2785, Higher Wages for American Workers Act of 2023.

Food safety, labeling, and pricing issues. Food and nutrition policy. Proposed illegal fishing legislation. Country of origin labeling. H.R. 4368/S. 2131, Department of Agriculture Appropriations Act for FY2024, provisions on sodium and traceability. Implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, Pub. L. No. 117-167, food tracing provisions. H.R. 1824, Food and Farm Act. Reduce Food Loss and Waste Act (draft legislation). SNAP/Restaurant Meals Program legislation. Reauthorization of the Farm Bill. National Restaurant Association's Kids LiveWell Program. S. 3034, Meals for At-Risk Americans Act of 2023.

Transportation and infrastructure proposals. H.R. 3408, DRIVE Safe Integrity Act of 2023.

Recycling infrastructure. S. 1189, Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Act of 2023. S. 1194, Recycling and Composting Accountability Act. Securities and Exchange Commission Proposed Rule on Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors. H.R. 1640, Save Our Gas Stoves Act. H.R. 3818, To prevent the Secretary of Energy from finalizing a proposed rule related to conventional cooking products, and for other purposes.

Recycling infrastructure. S. 1189, Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Act of 2023. S. 1194, Recycling and Composting Accountability Act. Securities and Exchange Commission Proposed Rule on Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors. H.R. 1640, Save Our Gas Stoves Act. H.R. 3818, To prevent the Secretary of Energy from finalizing a proposed rule related to conventional cooking products, and for other purposes.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Extension/enhancement of the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) and ERTC refund improvements. Tax rates, including corporate, individual, small business, and proposed cap on 199A. NITT tax, estate tax, capital gains, and step-up basis. Net Investment Income Tax (NIIT). Employee Retention Tax Credit Reinstatement Act (draft legislation). Restaurant Revitalization Funds. Implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, Pub. L. No 117-169, proposed cap on 199A. IRS tax enforcement, and ERTC refund improvements. FICA tax trip credit. Business meals deduction. Restaurant Revitalization Tax Credit. H.R. 2788/S. 1232, AIM Act. Service Industry Tip Compliance Agreement program. S. 1706, Main Street Tax Certainty Act.

Trade policies and tariffs, including foreign import bans. FAIR TARIFF Act (draft legislation). Food tracing. Alcohol industry trade practices.

Transportation and infrastructure proposals. DRIVE Safe Act (draft legislation).

Food safety, labeling, and pricing issues. Food and nutrition policy. Proposed illegal fishing legislation. Country of origin labeling. H.R. 4368/S. 2131, Department of Agriculture Appropriations Act for FY2024. Implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, Pub. L. No. 117-167, food tracing provisions. H.R. 1824, Food and Farm Act. Reduce Food Loss and Waste Act (draft legislation). SNAP/Restaurant Meals Program legislation. Reauthorization of the Farm Bill. National Restaurant Association's Kids LiveWell Program.

Data privacy issues and legislative proposals. American Data Privacy and Protection Act (draft legislation). Credit Card Competition Act (draft legislation). Kids Online Safety Act (draft legislation). Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act (draft legislation).

Transportation and infrastructure proposals. DRIVE Safe Act (draft legislation).

Immigration reform and proposals. Visa worker programs, including H2B cap relief. Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act (draft legislation). S. 255, Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act of 2023.

Trade policies and tariffs, including foreign import bans. FAIR TARIFF Act (draft legislation). Seafood Import Monitoring Program. Food tracing.

Department of Labor policies and regulations on independent contractors, joint employer, and tip credit. Wage/tip credit legislative proposals. Workforce development issues. Apprenticeships. Paid leave legislative proposals. H.R. 20/S. 567, Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2023. SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) and Advance Grants. HIRE Act (draft legislation). Pandemic risk insurance/business interruption insurance. Implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, Pub. L. No. 117-169, fines and officer liability. Joint Employer/Save Local Businesses Act (draft legislation). Employee Rights Act (draft legislation). S. 781, Tipped Employee Protection Act. Senate HELP Committee processes on All Encompassing Investigative Authority. Nomination of Julie Su to be Secretary of Labor. SERVSAFE Food Safety Program. Teenagers Earning Everyday Necessary Skills (TEENS) Act (draft legislation).

Food safety, labeling, and pricing issues. Food and nutrition policy. Proposed illegal fishing legislation. Country of origin labeling. Department of Agriculture Appropriations Act for FY2024. Implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, Pub. L. No. 117-167, food tracing provisions. Food and Farm Act (draft legislation). SEC Mandatory Materiality Requirement Act. Reduce Food Loss and Waste Act (draft legislation). SNAP/Restaurant Meals Program legislation. Legislation regarding sturgeon and the Endangered Species Act. Reauthorization of the Farm Bill.

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

Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Pub. L. No. 116-127. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act, Pub. L. No. 116-139. Implementation of the PPP Extension Act of 2021, Pub. L No. 117-6. Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Pub. L. No. 117-7.

Data privacy issues and legislative proposals. S. 2875, Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021. H.R. 8152, American Data Privacy and Protection Act. H.R. 8874/S. 4674, Credit Card Competition Act of 2022. Federal Trade Commission Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking regarding Commercial Surveillance and Data Security. S. 3063, Kids Online Safety Act. S. 1628, Children and Teens' Online Privacy Protection Act.

Recycling infrastructure. S. 3742, Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Act of 2022. S. 3743, Recycling and Composting Accountability Act. Securities and Exchange Commission Proposed Rule on Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors. S. 984, Break Free from Plastic Pollution Act of 2021.

Trade policies and tariffs, including foreign import bans. H.R. 9083, FAIR TARIFF Act of 2022. Seafood Import Monitoring Program. Food tracing.

Food safety, labeling, and pricing issues. Food and nutrition policy. Proposed illegal fishing legislation. Country of origin labeling. H.R. 6338, SNAP Plus Act of 2021. H.R. 8358/S. 4520, Food Safety Administration Act of 2022. H.R. 8239, Department of Agriculture Appropriations Act for FY2023. Federal Trade Commission investigation of food prices and supply chain disruptions. Implementation of the CHIPS and Science Act of 2022, Pub. L. No. 117-167, food tracing provisions. H.R. 4690, Sustaining Americas Fisheries for the Future Act of 2021.

Department of Labor policies and regulations on independent contractors, joint employer, and tip credit. DOL/OSHA safety regulations re: COVID-19. Wage/tip credit legislative proposals. Workforce development issues. Apprenticeships. Paid leave legislative proposals. Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Pub. L. No. 116-127. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act, Pub. L. No. 116-139. H.R. 842/S. 420, Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2021. Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Pub. L. No. 117-7. Implementing regulations and guidance re: restaurant recovery grant program. SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) and Advance Grants. H.R. 3449, HIRE Act of 2021. Pandemic risk insurance/business interruption insurance. Implementation of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, Pub. L. No. 117-169, fines and officer liability. PPP Second Draw Forgiveness. H.R. 5371/S. 1077, Permanently Preserving America's Investment in Manufacturing Act. OSHA National Emphasis Program on heat hazards.

Immigration reform and proposals. Visa worker programs, including H2B cap relief. H.R. 7239, Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act.

Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Pub. L. No. 116-127. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act, Pub. L. No. 116-139. Implementation of the PPP Extension Act of 2021, Pub. L No. 117-6. Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Pub. L. No. 117-7.

Recycling infrastructure. H.R. 2357, Realizing the Economic Opportunities and Value of Expanding Recycling (RECOVER) Act. S. 2645, the Rewarding Efforts to Decrease Unrecycled Contaminants in Ecosystems (REDUCE) Act of 2021. S. 3742, Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Act of 2022. S. 3743, Recycling and Composting Accountability Act. Securities and Exchange Commission Proposed Rule on Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors.

Data privacy issues and legislative proposals. S. 2875, Cyber Incident Reporting Act of 2021. H.R. 8152, American Data Privacy and Protection Act. H.R. 8874/S. 4674, Credit Card Competition Act of 2022. Federal Trade Commission Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking regarding Commercial Surveillance and Data Security.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Extension/enhancement of the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) and ERTC refund improvements. Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. H.R. 793/S. 255, RESTAURANTS Act of 2021. Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Pub. L. No. 117-2. S. 537, Healthy Workplaces Act. H.R. 1398/S. 122, Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act. H.R. 3807/S. 2091, Restaurant Revitalization Fund Replenishment Act of 2021. H.R. 1381/S. 480, Main Street Tax Certainty Act. S. 2387, Small Business Tax Fairness Act. Tax rates, including corporate, individual, small business, and proposed cap on 199A. Estate tax, capital gains, and step-up basis. H.R. 4568, ENTREE Act. Net Investment Income Tax (NIIT). H.R. 6161/S. 3625, Employee Retention Tax Credit Reinstatement Act. S. 2675, Continuing Emergency Support for Restaurants Act. Restaurant Revitalization Funds. H.R. 5376, Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, proposed cap on 199A. IRS tax enforcement. FICA tax trip credit. S. 3909, Military Spouse Hiring Act.

Immigration reform and proposals. Visa worker programs, including H2B cap relief. H.R. 7239, Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act.

Proposals related to music licensing issues, including the development of a new federal music-licensing framework and the preservation of the ASCAP and BMI consent decrees. H.R. 963/S. 505, FAIR Act. S. 2891, Restoring the America Invents Act. Main Street Business Protection Act (draft legislation). S. 4417, Patent Trial and Appeal Board Reform Act of 2022. Freedom of Information Act.

Department of Labor policies and regulations on independent contractors, joint employer, and tip credit. DOL/OSHA safety regulations re: COVID-19. Wage/tip credit legislative proposals. Workforce development issues. Apprenticeships. Paid leave legislative proposals. Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Pub. L. No. 116-127. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act, Pub. L. No. 116-139. H.R. 842/S. 420, Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2021. H.R. 603/S. 53, Raise the Wage Act of 2021. H.R. 5, the Equality Act. H.R. 793/S. 255, RESTAURANTS Act of 2021. Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Pub. L. No. 117-7. Implementing regulations and guidance re: restaurant recovery grant program. SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) and Advance Grants. H.R. 3449, HIRE Act of 2021. H.R. 4568, ENTREE Act. Pandemic risk insurance/business interruption insurance. S. 2675, Continuing Emergency Support for Restaurants Act. H.R. 5376, Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, fines and officer liability. S. 505, Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal Act. PPP Second Draw Forgiveness. H.R. 5371/S. 1077, Permanently Preserving America's Investment in Manufacturing Act. S. 3889, Employee Rights Act. S. 4008, Small Business COVID Relief Act of 2022. OSHA National Emphasis Program on heat hazards.

Transportation and infrastructure proposals. H.R. 1745/S. 659, DRIVE Safe Act. H.R. 3684, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. H.R. 4996/S. 3586, Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021. Omnibus tourism legislation. Electric vehicle charging proposals.

Department of Labor policies and regulations on independent contractors, joint employer, and tip credit. DOL/OSHA safety regulations re: COVID-19. Wage/tip credit legislative proposals. Workforce development issues. Paid leave legislative proposals. Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Pub. L. No. 116-127. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act, Pub. L. No. 116-139. H.R. 842/S. 420, Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2021. H.R. 603/S. 53, Raise the Wage Act of 2021. H.R. 5, the Equality Act. H.R. 793/S. 255, RESTAURANTS Act of 2021. Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Pub. L. No. 117-7. Implementing regulations and guidance re: restaurant recovery grant program. SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) and Advance Grants. H.R. 3449, HIRE Act of 2021. Nomination of David Weil as Administrator, Wage and Hour Division. H.R. 4568, ENTREE Act. Pandemic risk insurance/business interruption insurance. S. 2675, Continuing Emergency Support for Restaurants Act. H.R. 5376, Build Back Better Act, fines and officer liability. S. 505, Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal Act. PPP Second Draw Forgiveness. H.R. 5371/S. 1077, Permanently Preserving America's Investment in Manufacturing Act. S. 3889, Employee Rights Act. S. 4008, Small Business COVID Relief Act of 2022.

Immigration reform and proposals. Visa worker programs, including H2B cap relief. H.R. 7239, Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act.

Food safety and labeling issues. Food and nutrition policy. H.R. 793/S. 255, RESTAURANTS Act of 2021. Proposed illegal fishing legislation. Country of origin labeling. H.R. 4568, ENTREE Act. H.R. 6338, SNAP Plus Act of 2021. Food Safety Administration Act (draft legislation). H.R. 8239, Department of Agriculture Appropriation Act for FY2023.

Trade policies and tariffs, including foreign import bans. FAIR TARIFF Act of 2021 (draft legislation). H.R. 4521, America COMPETES Act of 2022. S. 1260, U.S. Innovation and Competition Act of 2021. Seafood Import Monitoring Program. Food tracing

Recycling infrastructure. H.R. 2357, Realizing the Economic Opportunities and Value of Expanding Recycling (RECOVER) Act. S. 2645, the Rewarding Efforts to Decrease Unrecycled Contaminants in Ecosystems (REDUCE) Act of 2021. S. 3742, Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Act of 2022. S. 3743, Recycling and Composting Accountability Act.

Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Pub. L. No. 116-127. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act, Pub. L. No. 116-139. Implementation of the PPP Extension Act of 2021, Pub. L No. 117-6. Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Pub. L. No. 117-7.

Transportation and infrastructure proposals. H.R. 1745/S. 659, DRIVE Safe Act. H.R. 3684, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. H.R. 4996/S. 3586, Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021. Omnibus tourism legislation. Electric vehicle charging proposals.

Department of Labor policies and regulations on independent contractors, joint employer, and tip credit. DOL/OSHA safety regulations re: COVID-19. Wage/tip credit legislative proposals. Workforce development issues. Paid leave legislative proposals. Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Pub. L. No. 116-127. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act, Pub. L. No. 116-139. H.R. 842/S. 420, Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2021. H.R. 603/S. 53, Raise the Wage Act of 2021. H.R. 5, the Equality Act. H.R. 793/S. 255, RESTAURANTS Act of 2021. Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Pub. L. No. 117-7. Implementing regulations and guidance re: restaurant recovery grant program. SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) and Advance Grants. H.R. 3449, HIRE Act of 2021. Nomination of David Weil as Administrator, Wage and Hour Division. H.R. 4568, ENTREE Act. Pandemic risk insurance/business interruption insurance. S. 2675, Continuing Emergency Support for Restaurants Act. H.R. 5376, Build Back Better Act, fines and officer liability. S. 505, Forced Arbitration Injustice Repeal Act.

Trade policies and tariffs. FAIR TARIFF Act of 2021 (draft legislation). H.R. 4521, America COMPETES Act of 2022. S. 1260, U.S. Innovation and Competition Act of 2021.

Food safety and labeling issues. Food and nutrition policy. H.R. 793/S. 255, RESTAURANTS Act of 2021. Proposed illegal fishing legislation. Country of origin labeling. H.R. 4568, ENTREE Act. H.R. 6338, SNAP Plus Act of 2021. H.R. 2471, Consolidated Appropriations Act, FY2022, food tracking provisions.

Immigration reform and proposals. Visa worker programs, including H2B cap relief. H.R. 7239, Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC). Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. Implementation of the PPP Extension Act of 2021, Pub. L No. 117-6. H.R. 793/S. 255, RESTAURANTS Act of 2021. Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Pub. L. No. 117-2. S. 537, Healthy Workplaces Act. H.R. 1346/S. 477, Hospitality and Commerce Job Recovery Act of 2021. H.R. 1398/S. 122, Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act. H.R. 3807/S. 2091, Restaurant Revitalization Fund Replenishment Act of 2021. Extension/enhancement of the employee retention tax credit. H.R. 1381/S. 480, Main Street Tax Certainty Act. S. 2387, Small Business Tax Fairness Act. H.R. 5376, Build Back Better Act. Tax rates, including proposed cap on 199A. Capital gains and Step-up Basis. H.R. 4568, ENTREE Act. Budget reconciliation. Net investment income tax. H.R. 6161, Employee Retention Tax Credit Reinstatement Act. S. 2675, Continuing Emergency Support for Restaurants Act.

Transportation and infrastructure proposals. H.R. 1745/S. 659, DRIVE Safe Act. S. 115, Protecting Tourism in the United States Act. H.R. 3684, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. H.R. 4996, Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021. Omnibus tourism legislation. Electric vehicle charging proposals.

Recycling infrastructure. H.R. 2357, Realizing the Economic Opportunities and Value of Expanding Recycling (RECOVER) Act. S. 2645, the Rewarding Efforts to Decrease Unrecycled Contaminants in Ecosystems (REDUCE) Act of 2021. H.R. 1512, CLEAN Future Act. H.R. 841, Hemp and Hemp-Derived CBD Consumer Protection and Market Stabilization Act of 2021.

Food safety and labeling issues. Food and nutrition policy. H.R. 793/S. 255, RESTAURANTS Act of 2021. H.R. 1202/S. 578, FASTER Act of 2021. SNAP legislation. Proposed illegal fishing legislation. Restaurants' role in addressing food insecurity. Country of origin labeling. H.R. 4568, ENTREE Act.

Trade policies and tariffs. FAIR TARIFF Act of 2021 (draft legislation). S. 2934, Bicameral Congressional Trade Authority Act of 2021.

Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Pub. L. No. 116-127. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act, Pub. L. No. 116-139. Implementation of the PPP Extension Act of 2021, Pub. L No. 117-6. Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Pub. L. No. 117-7. ADA reform proposals.

Immigration reform and proposals. Visa worker programs, including H2B cap relief.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC). Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. Implementation of the PPP Extension Act of 2021, Pub. L No. 117-6. H.R. 793/S. 255, RESTAURANTS Act of 2021. Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Pub. L. No. 117-2. S. 537, Healthy Workplaces Act. H.R. 1346/S. 477, Hospitality and Commerce Job Recovery Act of 2021. H.R. 1398/S. 122, Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act. H.R. 3807/S. 2091, Restaurant Revitalization Fund Replenishment Act of 2021. Extension/enhancement of the employee retention tax credit. H.R. 1381/S. 480, Main Street Tax Certainty Act. S. 2387, Small Business Tax Fairness Act. H.R. 5376, Build Back Better Act. Tax rates, including 199A. Capital gains and Step-up Basis. H.R. 4568, ENTREE Act.

Immigration reform and proposals. Visa worker programs, including H2B cap relief.

Department of Labor policies and regulations on independent contractors, joint employer, and tip credit. DOL/OSHA safety regulations re: COVID-19. Wage/tip credit legislative proposals. Workforce development issues. Paid leave legislative proposals. ADA reform proposals. Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Pub. L. No. 116-127. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act, Pub. L. No. 116-139. H.R. 842/S. 420, Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2021. H.R. 603/S. 53, Raise the Wage Act of 2021. H.R. 5, the Equality Act. H.R. 793/S. 255, RESTAURANTS Act of 2021. Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Pub. L. No. 117-7. COVID-19 legislative proposals (legal liability protections, pandemic risk insurance, restaurant revitalization fund). Implementing regulations and guidance re: restaurant recovery grant program. SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) and Advance Grants. H.R. 3449, HIRE Act of 2021. S. 537, Healthy Workplaces Act. Nomination of David Weil as Administrator, Wage and Hour Division. H.R. 4568, ENTREE Act.

Trade policies and tariffs.

Food safety and labeling issues. Food and nutrition policy. H.R. 793/S. 255, RESTAURANTS Act of 2021. H.R. 1202/S. 578, FASTER Act of 2021. SNAP legislation. Proposed illegal fishing legislation. Restaurants' role in addressing food insecurity. Country of origin labeling. H.R. 4568, ENTREE Act.

Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Pub. L. No. 116-127. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act, Pub. L. No. 116-139. Implementation of the PPP Extension Act of 2021, Pub. L No. 117-6. Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Pub. L. No. 117-7. ADA reform proposals.

Trade policies and tariffs.

Department of Labor policies and regulations on independent contractors, joint employer, and tip credit. DOL/OSHA safety regulations re: COVID-19. Wage/tip credit legislative proposals. Workforce development issues. Paid leave legislative proposals. ADA reform proposals. Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Pub. L. No. 116-127. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act, Pub. L. No. 116-139. H.R. 842/S. 420, Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2021. H.R. 603/S. 53, Raise the Wage Act of 2021. H.R. 5, the Equality Act. H.R. 793/S. 255, RESTAURANTS Act of 2021. Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Pub. L. No. 117-7. COVID-19 legislative proposals (legal liability protections, pandemic risk insurance, restaurant revitalization fund). Implementing regulations and guidance re: restaurant recovery grant program. SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) and Advance Grants. H.R. 3449, HIRE Act of 2021. S. 537, Healthy Workplaces Act. Nomination of David Weil as Administrator, Wage and Hour Division. H.R. 4568, ENTREE Act.

Transportation and infrastructure proposals. H.R. 1745/S. 659, DRIVE Safe Act. S. 115, Protecting Tourism in the United States Act. H.R. 3684, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. H.R. 4996, Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2021. Omnibus tourism legislation. Electric vehicle charging proposals.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC). Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. Implementation of the PPP Extension Act of 2021, Pub. L No. 117-6. H.R. 793/S. 255, RESTAURANTS Act of 2021. Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Pub. L. No. 117-2. S. 537, Healthy Workplaces Act. H.R. 1346/S. 477, Hospitality and Commerce Job Recovery Act of 2021. H.R. 1398/S. 122, Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act. H.R. 3807/S. 2091, Restaurant Revitalization Fund Replenishment Act of 2021. Extension/enhancement of the employee retention tax credit. H.R. 1381/S. 480, Main Street Tax Certainty Act. S. 2387, Small Business Tax Fairness Act. H.R. 5376, Build Back Better Act. Tax rates, including 199A. Capital gains and Step-up Basis. H.R. 4568, ENTREE Act.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC). Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. Implementation of the PPP Extension Act of 2021, Pub. L No. 117-6. H.R. 793/S. 255, RESTAURANTS Act of 2021. Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Pub. L. No. 117-2. S. 537, Healthy Workplaces Act. H.R. 1346/S. 477, Hospitality and Commerce Job Recovery Act of 2021. H.R. 1398/S. 122, Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act. H.R. 3807/S. 2091, Restaurant Revitalization Fund Replenishment Act of 2021. Extension/enhancement of the employee retention tax credit. PPP Second Draw.

Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Pub. L. No. 116-127. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act, Pub. L. No. 116-139. Implementation of the PPP Extension Act of 2021, Pub. L No. 117-6. Implementation of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Pub. L. No. 117-7. S. 412, National Coronavirus Commission Act of 2021. ADA reform proposals.

Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Pub. L. No. 116-127. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act, Pub. L. No. 116-139. S. 412, National Coronavirus Commission Act of 2021. ADA reform proposals.

Food safety and labeling issues. Food and nutrition policy. H.R. 793/S. 255, RESTAURANTS Act of 2021.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC). Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Tax proposals on perishable food and lost inventory. Proposals to support critical infrastructure workers, including food and restaurant workers, and exempt them from certain taxes during COVID-19 pandemic. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. H.R. 1799, PPP Extension Act of 2021. H.R. 793/S. 255, RESTAURANTS Act of 2021. H.R. 1319, American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. S. 537, Healthy Workplaces Act. H.R. 1346/S. 477, Hospitality and Commerce Job Recovery Act of 2021. H.R. 1398/S. 122, Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act.

FDA short and long-term sodium targets. Food waste issues. Food safety and labeling issues, including ingredient labeling provisions in H.R. 6395/S. 4049, National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2021. Expanding the restaurant meals program for SNAP recipients during the COVID-19 pandemic. H.R. 6384, Community Meals Fund. S. 3697, SNAP COVID-19 Anti-Hunger Restaurant Relief for You Act of 2020. S. 4012, RESTAURANTS Act of 2020. H.R. 6700/S. 3614, FEMA Empowering Essential Deliveries (FEED) Act. H.R. 6688, SNAP COVID-19 Anti-Hunger Restaurant Relief for You Act of 2020. H.R. 6841, Assistance and Gratitude for Coronavirus Heroes in Agribusiness who are Invaluable to the Nation (AG CHAIN) Act. S. 4061, State Emergency Restaurant and Vendor Enhancement and COVID-19 Anti-Hunger Restaurant Relief for You Act (SERVE and CARRY Act). Farmers to Families Food Box Programs. Perishable/lost inventory food and beverage.

Trade policies and tariffs, including EU/Airbus case.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC). Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Tax proposals on perishable food and lost inventory. Proposals to support critical infrastructure workers, including food and restaurant workers, and exempt them from certain taxes during COVID-19 pandemic. S. 4178, a bill to provide for a credit against employment taxes for certain workplace safety expenses, and for other purposes. S. 4014, Prioritized Paycheck Protection Program Act. Implementation of the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020, Pub. L. No. 116-142. H.R. 7481/S. 3814, RESTART Act. H.R. 6821/S. 3612, Small Business Expense Protection Act of 2020. H.R. 6776, Jumpstarting Our Businesses Success Credit (JOBS Credit) Act of 2020. H.R. 7197/S. 4012, RESTAURANTS Act of 2020. H.R. 6841, Assistance and Gratitude for Coronavirus Heroes in Agribusiness who are Invaluable to the Nation (AG CHAIN) Act. H.R. 7079, Clean Start: Back to Work Tax Credit Act. S. 4117, Paycheck Protection Small Business Forgiveness Act. S. 4178, a bill to provide for a credit against employment taxes for certain workplace safety expenses, and for other purposes. S. 4167, Small Business Disaster Loan Enhancement Act of 2020. H.R. 1869/S. 803, Restoring Investment in Improvements Act. S. 4321, Continuing Small Business Recovery and Paycheck Protection Program Act. Senate Healthcare, Economic Assistance, Liability, and Schools Act (HEALS Act). H.R. 7615/S. 4214, Healthy Workplaces Tax Credit Act. S. 4319, Supporting Americas Restaurant Workers Act. S. 4775, Delivering Immediate Relief to America's Families, Schools and Small Businesses Act. S. 4807, Hospitality and Commerce Job Recovery Act of 2020. S. 5067, Filtering and Retrofitting the Environment for Safe and Healthy Activities Indoors and Revenue (FRESH AIR) for Businesses Act.

Immigration reform and proposals. Visa worker programs, including H2B cap relief.

Trade policies and tariffs, including EU/Airbus case.

Legislation related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Department of Labor policies on tip pooling. Paid leave proposals. Department of Labor rulemakings on the Federal Overtime Rule, Joint Employer Status, and Regular Rate. National Labor Relations Board rulemaking on Joint Employer Status. Department of Labor nominees. Federal Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act. Apprenticeships. Workforce development. Coronavirus response efforts. Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Pub. L. No. 116-127. H.R. 7010, Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020. S. 4014, Prioritized Paycheck Protection Program Act. OSHA COVID-19 Guidelines. S. 3814, RESTART Act. S. 3612, Small Business Expense Protection Act of 2020. H.R. 6776, JOBS Credit Act of 2020. H.R. 266, Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act.

FDA short and long-term sodium targets. Food waste issues. Food safety and labeling issues, including ingredient labeling provisions in H.R. 6395/S. 4049, National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2021. Expanding the restaurant meals program for SNAP recipients during the COVID-19 pandemic. H.R. 6384, Community Meals Fund. S. 3697, SNAP COVID-19 Anti-Hunger Restaurant Relief for You Act of 2020. S. 4012, RESTAURANTS Act of 2020. H.R. 6700/S. 3614, FEMA Empowering Essential Deliveries (FEED) Act. H.R. 6688, SNAP COVID-19 Anti-Hunger Restaurant Relief for You Act of 2020. H.R. 6841, Assistance and Gratitude for Coronavirus Heroes in Agribusiness who are Invaluable to the Nation (AG CHAIN) Act. S. 4061, State Emergency Restaurant and Vendor Enhancement and COVID-19 Anti-Hunger Restaurant Relief for You Act (SERVE and CARRY Act). Farmers to Families Food Box Programs. Perishable/lost inventory food and beverage.

Immigration reform and proposals. Visa worker programs, including H2B cap relief.

Legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans. H.R. 4070/S. 2366, Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019. Coronavirus response efforts. Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Pub. L. No. 116-127. H.R. 7010, Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020. H.R. 266, Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act. Priority COVID-19 vaccines for food service, hospitality, food, and agriculture supply chain employees. S. 4163, Timely and Effective Systematic Testing (TEST) Act.

Trade policies and tariffs, including EU/Airbus case. United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) renegotiations. China/EU tariff actions. H.R. 2, Moving Forward Act.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC). Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Tax proposals on perishable food and lost inventory. Proposals to support critical infrastructure workers, including food and restaurant workers, and exempt them from certain taxes during COVID-19 pandemic. S. 4178, a bill to provide for a credit against employment taxes for certain workplace safety expenses, and for other purposes. S. 4014, Prioritized Paycheck Protection Program Act. H.R. 7010, Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020. S. 3814, RESTART Act. S. 3612, Small Business Expense Protection Act of 2020. H.R. 6776, Jumpstarting Our Businesses Success Credit (JOBS Credit) Act of 2020. S. 4012, RESTAURANTS Act of 2020. H.R. 6821, Small Business Expense Protection Act of 2020. H.R. 6841, Assistance and Gratitude for Coronavirus Heroes in Agribusiness who are Invaluable to the Nation (AG CHAIN) Act. H.R. 7079, Clean Start: Back to Work Tax Credit Act.

Legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans. H.R. 4070/S. 2366, Commonsense Reporting Act of 2019. Coronavirus response efforts. Implementation of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Pub. L. No. 116-136. Implementation of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Pub. L. No. 116-127. H.R. 7010, Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020. H.R. 266, Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act. Priority COVID-19 vaccines for food service, hospitality, food, and agriculture supply chain employees.

Trade policies and tariffs. United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) renegotiations. China/EU tariff actions.

Implementation of and technical corrections to Pub. L. No. 115-97, Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Proposals to restore the 15-year QIP restaurant depreciation period. H.R. 1869/S. 803, Restoring Investment in Improvements Act. H.R. 1398/S. 172, Health Insurance Tax Relief Act of 2019. Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC).

Implementation of and technical corrections to Pub. L. No. 115-97, Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Proposals to restore the 15-year QIP restaurant depreciation period. Deductibility of meals provided to employees. H.R. 1869/S. 803, Restoring Investment in Improvements Act. H.R. 1398/S. 172, Health Insurance Tax Relief Act of 2019.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to comprehensive immigration reform. Proposed changes to DACA program. Visa worker programs, and H2B cap relief. H.R. 1996, Secure Travel Partnership Act of 2019. JOLT Act (draft legislation).

Legislation related to music licensing issues. Legislation and federal issues related to patent trolls and patent assertion entities. Patent litigation reform.

Legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Healthcare-related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts, Auto Enrollment and Flexible Spending Accounts. Implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148). Proposed revisions to and repeal of the ACA, including employer mandate. H.R. 1398/S. 172, Health Insurance Tax Relief Act of 2019.

Legislation and federal activity related to Seafood Import Monitoring Program. Save Our Seas Act (draft).

Monitor data security and cybersecurity legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payment marketplace. Legislation and federal activities related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules. S. 770, MAIN STREET Cybersecurity Act of 2017. H.R. 2105, NIST Small Business Cybersecurity Act. Federal Reserve policies. H.R. 4668, Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2017. Draft legislation, the Data Acquisition and Technology Accountability and Security Act. H.R. 5388, Data Accountability and Trust Act.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to comprehensive immigration reform. Proposed changes to DACA program. H.R. 3711, Legal Workforce Act. Visa worker programs, and H2B cap relief.

Legislation related to music licensing issues, including H.R. 3350, Transparency in Music Licensing and Ownership Act, and H.R. 4706, Music Modernization Act of 2017. Legislation and federal issues related to patent trolls and patent assertion entities. Patent litigation reform.

Infrastructure proposals. H.R. 5358, Developing Responsible Individuals For A Vibrant Economy (DRIVE-Safe) Act.

Trade negotiations. NAFTA renegotiations and tariff actions.

Legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Healthcare-related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts, Auto Enrollment and Flexible Spending Accounts. Implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148). Proposed revisions to and repeal of the ACA, including employer mandate. H.R. 1101, Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2017. H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act of 2017. H.R. 3798, Save American Workers Act of 2017. H.R. 3919/S. 1908, Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017. H.R. 3956/S. 2670, STARS Act. S. 1782, Forty Hours Is Full Time Act of 2017.

Monitor appropriations process and proposals with respect to provisions and issues affecting the restaurant industry.

Legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Legislation and federal issues related to Magnuson-Stevens Act. Legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling. H.R. 772/S. 261, Commonsense Nutrition Disclosure Act of 2017. Federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Legislation and federal issues related to catfish inspection. H.R. 3444, Food Recovery Act of 2017. H.R. 2, Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018.

Legislation and federal activity related to Seafood Import Monitoring Program. H.R. 2560, Reef Assassin Act. H.R. 3108, Protecting Honest Fisherman Act of 2017. H.R. 3588/S. 1686, The Red Snapper Act. H.R. 2023/S. 1520, Modernizing Recreational Fisheries Management Act of 2017. H.R. 200, Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act. S. 3138, Advancing the Quality and Understanding of American Agriculture Act.

Legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity and ethanol prices. Legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. Legislation related to Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) reform. H.R. 1315, The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act. S. 517, Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act. H.R. 1314, The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act.

Monitor all tax reform legislative matters. Legislation and federal issues related to the 45B FICA Tip Credit. Implementation of and technical corrections to Pub. L. No. 115-97, Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Proposals to restore the 15-year restaurant depreciation period.

Legislation and federal activity related to Seafood Import Monitoring Program. H.R. 2560, Reef Assassin Act. H.R. 3108, Protecting Honest Fisherman Act of 2017. H.R. 3588/S. 1686, The Red Snapper Act. H.R. 2023/S. 1520, Modernizing Recreational Fisheries Management Act of 2017. H.R. 200, Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act. S. 3138, Advancing the Quality and Understanding of American Agriculture Act.

Legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity and ethanol prices. Legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. Legislation related to Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) reform. H.R. 1315, The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act. S. 517, Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act. H.R. 1314, The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act.

Monitor appropriations process and proposals with respect to provisions and issues affecting the restaurant industry.

Trade negotiations. NAFTA/USMCA renegotiations and tariff actions.

Monitor all tax reform legislative matters. Legislation and federal issues related to the 45B FICA Tip Credit. Implementation of and technical corrections to Pub. L. No. 115-97, Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Proposals to restore the 15-year restaurant depreciation period. Deductibility of meals provided to employees.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to comprehensive immigration reform. Proposed changes to DACA program. H.R. 3711, Legal Workforce Act. Visa worker programs, and H2B cap relief. H.R. 6618, JOLT Act of 2018.

Legislation related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Legislation related to the minimum wage. Legislation and federal issues related to the Regulations on Overtime. Legislation and federal issues related to the Regulations on Joint Employer. H.R. 620, ADA Education and Reform Act of 2017. Proposals to reform ADA Title III. Proposals regarding joint employers. H.R. 1180, Working Families Flexibility Act of 2017. H.R. 3441, Save Local Business Act. Department of Labor policies on tip pooling and micro-unions. FLSA tip credit issues. H.R. 4219, Workflex in the 21st Century Act. S. 3345, Economic Security for New Parents Act.

Legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Healthcare-related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts, Auto Enrollment and Flexible Spending Accounts. Implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148). Proposed revisions to and repeal of the ACA, including employer mandate. H.R. 1101, Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2017. H.R. 3798, Save American Workers Act of 2017. H.R. 3919/S. 1908, Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017. H.R. 3956/S. 2670, STARS Act. S. 1782, Forty Hours Is Full Time Act of 2017. H.R. 6, SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act.

Legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Legislation and federal issues related to Magnuson-Stevens Act. Legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling. Federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Legislation and federal issues related to catfish inspection. H.R. 2, Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018. H.R. 6022/S. 3019, Accurate Labels Act.

Legislation and federal issues related to vocational education and mentoring. H.R. 2353, Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act.

Trade negotiations. NAFTA renegotiations and tariff actions.

Infrastructure proposals. H.R. 5358, Developing Responsible Individuals For A Vibrant Economy (DRIVE-Safe) Act.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to comprehensive immigration reform. Proposed changes to DACA program. H.R. 3711, Legal Workforce Act. Visa worker programs, and H2B cap relief. H.R. 6618, JOLT Act of 2018.

Legislation related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Legislation related to the minimum wage. Legislation and federal issues related to the Regulations on Overtime. Legislation and federal issues related to the Regulations on Joint Employer. H.R. 620, ADA Education and Reform Act of 2017. Proposals to reform ADA Title III. Proposals regarding joint employers. H.R. 1180, Working Families Flexibility Act of 2017. H.R. 3441, Save Local Business Act. Department of Labor policies on tip pooling and micro-unions. FLSA tip credit issues. H.R. 4219, Workflex in the 21st Century Act. S. 3345, Economic Security for New Parents Act.

Monitor appropriations process and proposals with respect to provisions and issues affecting the restaurant industry.

Legislation and federal issues related to vocational education and mentoring. H.R. 2353, Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act.

Legislation and federal activity related to Seafood Import Monitoring Program. H.R. 2560, Reef Assassin Act. H.R. 3108, Protecting Honest Fisherman Act of 2017. H.R. 3588/S. 1686, The Red Snapper Act. H.R. 2023/S. 1520, Modernizing Recreational Fisheries Management Act of 2017. H.R. 200, Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act. S. 3138, Advancing the Quality and Understanding of American Agriculture Act.

Legislation related to music licensing issues, including: H.R. 3350, Transparency in Music Licensing and Ownership Act; H.R. 4706, Music Modernization Act of 2017; and H.R. 5447/S. 2823, Music Modernization Act. Legislation and federal issues related to patent trolls and patent assertion entities. Patent litigation reform.

Monitor all tax reform legislative matters. Legislation and federal issues related to the 45B FICA Tip Credit. Implementation of and technical corrections to Pub. L. No. 115-97, Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Proposals to restore the 15-year restaurant depreciation period. Deductibility of meals provided to employees.

H.R. 2101, Prior Approval Reform Act.

Legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Legislation and federal issues related to Magnuson-Stevens Act. Legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling. H.R. 772/S. 261, Commonsense Nutrition Disclosure Act of 2017. Federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Legislation and federal issues related to catfish inspection. H.R. 3444, Food Recovery Act of 2017. H.R. 2, Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018. H.R. 6022/S. 3019, Accurate Labels Act.

Legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Healthcare-related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts, Auto Enrollment and Flexible Spending Accounts. Implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148). Proposed revisions to and repeal of the ACA, including employer mandate. H.R. 1101, Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2017. H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act of 2017. H.R. 3798, Save American Workers Act of 2017. H.R. 3919/S. 1908, Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017. H.R. 3956/S. 2670, STARS Act. S. 1782, Forty Hours Is Full Time Act of 2017. H.R. 6, SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act.

Legislation related to music licensing issues, including H.R. 3350, Transparency in Music Licensing and Ownership Act, and H.R. 4706, Music Modernization Act of 2017. Legislation and federal issues related to patent trolls and patent assertion entities. Patent litigation reform.

Legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Healthcare-related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts, Auto Enrollment and Flexible Spending Accounts. Implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148). Proposed revisions to and repeal of the ACA, including employer mandate. H.R. 1101, Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2017. H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act of 2017. H.R. 3798, Save American Workers Act of 2017. H.R. 3919/S. 1908, Commonsense Reporting Act of 2017. H.R. 3956/S. 2670, STARS Act. S. 1782, Forty Hours Is Full Time Act of 2017.

Trade negotiations. NAFTA renegotiations and tariff actions.

Monitor data security and cybersecurity legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payment marketplace. Legislation and federal activities related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules. S. 770, MAIN STREET Cybersecurity Act of 2017. H.R. 2105, NIST Small Business Cybersecurity Act. Federal Reserve policies. H.R. 4668, Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2017. Draft legislation, the Data Acquisition and Technology Accountability and Security Act. H.R. 5388, Data Accountability and Trust Act.

Monitor all tax reform legislative matters. Legislation and federal issues related to the 45B FICA Tip Credit. Implementation of and technical corrections to Pub. L. No. 115-97, Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Proposals to restore the 15-year restaurant depreciation period.

Monitor appropriations process and proposals with respect to provisions and issues affecting the restaurant industry.

Legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Legislation and federal issues related to Magnuson-Stevens Act. Legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling. H.R. 772/S. 261, Commonsense Nutrition Disclosure Act of 2017. Federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Legislation and federal issues related to catfish inspection. H.R. 3444, Food Recovery Act of 2017. H.R. 2, Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018.

Legislation and federal activity related to Seafood Import Monitoring Program. H.R. 2560, Reef Assassin Act. H.R. 3108, Protecting Honest Fisherman Act of 2017. H.R. 3588/S. 1686, The Red Snapper Act. H.R. 2023/S. 1520, Modernizing Recreational Fisheries Management Act of 2017. H.R. 200, Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act. S. 3138, Advancing the Quality and Understanding of American Agriculture Act.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to comprehensive immigration reform. Proposed changes to DACA program. H.R. 3711, Legal Workforce Act. Visa worker programs, and H2B cap relief.

Legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity and ethanol prices. Legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. Legislation related to Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) reform. H.R. 1315, The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act. S. 517, Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act. H.R. 1314, The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act.

Infrastructure proposals. H.R. 5358, Developing Responsible Individuals For A Vibrant Economy (DRIVE-Safe) Act.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to comprehensive immigration reform. Proposed changes to DACA program. H.R. 3711, Legal Workforce Act.

Monitor legislation related to music licensing issues, including H.R. 3350, Transparency in Music Licensing and Ownership Act, and H.R. 4706, Music Modernization Act of 2017. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to patent trolls and patent assertion entities. Patent litigation reform.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity and ethanol prices. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. Monitor legislation related to Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) reform. H.R. 1315, The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act. S. 517, Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act. H.R. 1314, The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act.

Monitor data security and cybersecurity legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payment marketplace. Monitor legislation and federal activities related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules. S. 770, MAIN STREET Cybersecurity Act of 2017. H.R. 2105, NIST Small Business Cybersecurity Act. Federal Reserve policies. H.R. 4668, Small Business Advanced Cybersecurity Enhancements Act of 2017. Draft legislation, the Data Acquisition and Technology Accountability and Security Act.

Infrastructure proposals. H.R. 5358, Developing Responsible Individuals For A Vibrant Economy (DRIVE-Safe) Act.

Monitor appropriations process and proposals with respect to provisions and issues affecting the restaurant industry. H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2018, provisions and issues affecting the restaurant industry.

H.R. 2101, Prior Approval Reform Act.

Monitor all tax reform legislative matters. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the 45B FICA Tip Credit. Implementation of Pub. L. No. 115-97, Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Magnuson-Stevens Act. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling. H.R. 772/S. 261, Commonsense Nutrition Disclosure Act of 2017. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to catfish inspection. H.R. 3444, Food Recovery Act of 2017.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Healthcare-related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts, Auto Enrollment and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148). Monitor proposed revisions to and repeal of the ACA, including employer mandate. H.R. 1101, Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2017. H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act of 2017. H.R. 3798, Save American Workers Act of 2017.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to Seafood Import Monitoring Program. H.R. 2560, Reef Assassin Act. H.R. 3108, Protecting Honest Fisherman Act of 2017. H.R. 3588/S. 1686, The Red Snapper Act. H.R. 2023/S. 1520, Modernizing Recreational Fisheries Management Act of 2017. H.R. 200, Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act.

H.R. 2101, Prior Approval Reform Act.

Monitor all tax reform legislative matters. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the 45B FICA Tip Credit. H.R. 1, Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

Monitor appropriations process and proposals with respect to provisions and issues affecting the restaurant industry.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Magnuson-Stevens Act. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling. H.R. 772/S. 261, Commonsense Nutrition Disclosure Act of 2017. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to catfish inspection. H.R. 3444, Food Recovery Act of 2017.

Monitor legislation related to music licensing issues, including H.R. 3350, Transparency in Music Licensing and Ownership Act. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to patent trolls and patent assertion entities. Patent litigation reform.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity and ethanol prices. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. Monitor legislation related to Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) reform. H.R. 1315, The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act. S. 517, Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act. H.R. 1314, The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act.

Monitor data security and cybersecurity legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payment marketplace. Monitor legislation and federal activities related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules. S. 770, MAIN STREET Cybersecurity Act of 2017. H.R. 2105, NIST Small Business Cybersecurity Act. Federal Reserve policies.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Healthcare-related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts, Auto Enrollment and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148). Monitor proposed revisions to and repeal of the ACA, including employer mandate. H.R. 1101, Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2017. H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act of 2017. H.R. 3798, Save American Workers Act of 2017.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Healthcare-related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts, Auto Enrollment and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 (P.L. 111-152). Monitor proposed revisions to and repeal of the ACA, including employer mandate. H.R. 1101, Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2017. H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act of 2017.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Magnuson-Stevens Act. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling. H.R. 772/S. 261, Commonsense Nutrition Disclosure Act of 2017. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to U.S. Dietary Guidelines. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to catfish inspection. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to labeling of genetically modified foods. H.R. 952, Food Donation Act of 2017. H.R. 3444, Food Recovery Act of 2017.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity and ethanol prices. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. Monitor legislation related to Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) reform. H.R. 1315, The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act. S. 517, Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act. H.R. 1314, The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act.

Monitor appropriations process and proposals with respect to provisions and issues affecting the restaurant industry.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to comprehensive immigration reform. Proposed changes to DACA program.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to ADA Advance Notice. Monitor legislation related to music licensing issues, including H.R. 3350, Transparency in Music Licensing and Ownership Act. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to patent trolls and patent assertion entities. Patent litigation reform.

H.R. 2101, Prior Approval Reform Act.

Monitor legislation related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitor legislation related to the minimum wage. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the Regulations on Overtime. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the Regulations on Joint Employer. H.R. 620, ADA Education and Reform Act of 2017. Proposals to reform ADA Title III. Proposals regarding joint employers. H.R. 1180, Working Families Flexibility Act of 2017. H.R. 2353, Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act. H.R. 3441, Save Local Business Act. Visa worker programs.

H.R. 2101, Prior Approval Reform Act.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity and ethanol prices. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. Monitor legislation related to Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) reform. H.R. 1315, The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act. S. 517, Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act. H.R. 1314, The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to comprehensive immigration reform.

Monitor all tax reform legislative matters. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the 45B FICA Tip Credit.

Monitor legislation related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitor legislation related to the minimum wage. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the Regulations on Overtime. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the Regulations on Joint Employer. H.R. 620, ADA Education and Reform Act of 2017. Proposals to reform ADA Title III. Proposals regarding joint employers. Nomination of Alexander Acosta to be Secretary of Labor. H.R. 1180, Working Families Flexibility Act of 2017. H.R. 2353, Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act.

Monitor data security and cybersecurity legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payment marketplace. Monitor and discuss the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (P.L. 111-203), and Sec. 920 related to debit card fee reforms. Monitor legislation and federal activities related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules. H.R. 10, Financial CHOICE Act of 2017. S. 770, MAIN STREET Cybersecurity Act of 2017.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Healthcare-related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts, Auto Enrollment and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 (P.L. 111-152). Monitor proposed revisions to and repeal of the ACA, including employer mandate. H.R. 1101, Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2017. H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act of 2017.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Magnuson-Stevens Act. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling. H.R. 772/S. 261, Commonsense Nutrition Disclosure Act of 2017. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to U.S. Dietary Guidelines. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the allocation of Red Snapper in the Gulf. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to catfish inspection. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to labeling of genetically modified foods. H.R. 952, Food Donation Act of 2017.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to ADA Advance Notice. Monitor legislation related to music licensing issues. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to patent trolls and patent assertion entities. Nomination of Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court.

Monitor all tax reform legislative matters. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the 45B FICA Tip Credit.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity and ethanol prices. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to Seafood Import Monitoring Program. Monitor legislation related to Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) reform. H.R. 1315, The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act. H.R. 1314, The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act.

Monitor legislation related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitor legislation related to the minimum wage. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the Regulations on Overtime. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the Regulations on Joint Employer. H.R. 620, ADA Education and Reform Act of 2017. Proposals to reform ADA Title III. Proposals regarding joint employers. Nominations of Andrew Puzder and Alexander Acosta to be Secretary of Labor. H.R. 1180, Working Families Flexibility Act of 2017. H.J. Res. 83, Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "Clarification of Employer's Continuing Obligation to Make and Maintain an Accurate Record of Each Recordable Injury and Illness".

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Healthcare-related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts, Auto Enrollment and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 (P.L. 111-152). Monitor proposed revisions to and repeal of the ACA, including employer mandate. H.R. 1101, Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2017. H.R. 1628, American Health Care Act of 2017.

Monitor data security and cybersecurity legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payment marketplace. Monitor and discuss the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (P.L. 111-203), and Sec. 920 related to debit card fee reforms. Monitor legislation and federal activities related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to comprehensive immigration reform.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to budget and appropriations.

Monitor legislation related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitor legislation related to the minimum wage. H.R. 2150/S. 1150 - Raise the Wage Act. H.R. 3459/S. 2015/S. 2686 - The Protecting Local Businesses Opportunity Act. H.R. 4773/S. 2707 - Protecting Workplace Advancement and Opportunity Act. H.J. Res. 87 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the final rule of the Department of Labor relating to "Interpretation of the 'Advice' Exemption in Section 203(c) of the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act". Monitor other legislation and federal issues related to the Regulations on Overtime. Monitor other legislation and federal issues related to the Regulations on Joint Employer. H.R. 5813 - Overtime Reform and Enhancement Act. H.R. 6094/S. 3462 - Regulatory Relief for Small Businesses, Schools, and Nonprofits Act. S. 3464, Overtime Reform and Review Act. H.R. 3765/S. 3446 - ADA Education and Reform Act of 2015.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Magnuson-Stevens Act. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to U.S. Dietary Guidelines. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the allocation of Red Snapper in the Gulf. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to catfish inspection. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to labeling of genetically modified foods. H.R. 1599 - Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015. H.R. 2017/S. 2217 - Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act of 2015. H.R. 1335 - Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act. S.105 - Red Snapper Management Improvement Act. H.R. 4184 - The Food Recovery Act. H.R. 3094 - Gulf States Red Snapper Management Authority Act. S.J. Res. 28 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Secretary of Agriculture relating to inspection of fish of the order Siluriformes. S. 3108 - Food Recovery Act of 2016. H.R. 4382, Food Waste Accountability Act of 2016.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. S. 2827 - Willing Workers and Willing Employers Act of 2016.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Healthcare-related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts, Auto Enrollment and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 (P.L. 111-152). Monitor proposed revisions to and repeal of the ACA, including the employer mandate. S.30 - Forty Hours is Full Time Act. H.R. 30 - Save American Workers Act of 2015. S. 1809/H.R. 863 - Simplifying Technical Aspects of Seasonality Act (STARS Act). H.R. 2712 - The Common Sense Reporting and Verification Act of 2015. S. 1996 - Commonsense Reporting Act.

Monitor all tax reform legislative matters. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the 45B FICA Tip Credit.

H. Amdt. 1240 to H.R. 5485 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, FY2017, regarding FEC prior approval requirement.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity and ethanol prices. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to Seafood Import Monitoring Program. Monitor legislation related to Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) reform. H.R. 2576 - Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act. H.R. 704 - The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act. H.R. 703 - The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act. S. 577 - Corn Ethanol Mandate Elimination Act of 2015. S. 1584 - Renewable Fuel Standard Repeal Act. S. 2012 - Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015. H.R. 5180 - The Food and Fuel Consumer Protection Act. S. 2848 - Water Resources Development Act.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. S. 2827 - Willing Workers and Willing Employers Act of 2016.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Healthcare-related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts, Auto Enrollment and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 (P.L. 111-152). Monitor proposed revisions to the ACA. S.30 - Forty Hours is Full Time Act. H.R. 30 - Save American Workers Act of 2015. S. 1809/H.R. 863 - Simplifying Technical Aspects of Seasonality Act (STARS Act). H.R. 2712 - The Common Sense Reporting and Verification Act of 2015. S. 1996 - Commonsense Reporting Act.

Monitor Data Security & Cyber Security legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payment marketplace. Monitor and discuss the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (P.L. 111-203) and Sec. 920 related to debit card fee reforms. Monitor legislation and federal activities related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules. H.R. 5465 - To repeal section 1075 of the Consumer Financial Protection Act of 2010 relating to rules for payment card transactions, and for other purposes. H.R. 2205/S.961 - Data Security Act of 2015. S. 1484 - Financial Regulatory Improvement Act of 2015. H.R. 1770 - Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2015. H.R. 5983 - Financial CHOICE Act of 2016. H.R. 3664 - Promoting Good Cyber Hygiene Act of 2015.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring.

Monitor legislation related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitor legislation related to the minimum wage. H.R. 2150/S. 1150 - Raise the Wage Act. H.R. 3459/S. 2015/S. 2686 - The Protecting Local Businesses Opportunity Act. H.R. 4773/S. 2707 - Protecting Workplace Advancement and Opportunity Act. H.J. Res. 87 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the final rule of the Department of Labor relating to "Interpretation of the 'Advice' Exemption in Section 203(c) of the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act". Monitor other legislation and federal issues related to the Regulations on Overtime. Monitor other legislation and federal issues related to the Regulations on Joint Employer. H.R. 5813 - Overtime Reform and Enhancement Act. H.R. 6094/S. 3462 - Regulatory Relief for Small Businesses, Schools, and Nonprofits Act. S. 3464, Overtime Reform and Review Act. H.R. 3765/S. 3446 - ADA Education and Reform Act of 2015.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity and ethanol prices. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to Seafood Import Monitoring Program. Monitor legislation related to Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) reform. H.R. 2576 - Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act. H.R. 704 - The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act. H.R. 703 - The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act. S. 577 - Corn Ethanol Mandate Elimination Act of 2015. S. 1584 - Renewable Fuel Standard Repeal Act. S. 2012 - Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015. H.R. 5180 - The Food and Fuel Consumer Protection Act. S. 2848 - Water Resources Development Act.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to budget and appropriations.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to ADA Advance Notice. Monitor legislation related to music licensing issues. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Patent Trolls and Patent Assertion Entities. H.R. 9 - the Innovation Act. S. 1137 - Protecting American Talent and Entrepreneurship Act of 2015 or the PATENT Act. H.R. 2045 - Targeting Rogue and Opaque Letters Act of 2015.

Monitor all tax reform legislative matters. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the 45B FICA Tip Credit.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to ADA Advance Notice. Monitor legislation related to music licensing issues. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Patent Trolls and Patent Assertion Entities. H.R. 9 - the Innovation Act. S. 1137 - Protecting American Talent and Entrepreneurship Act of 2015 or the PATENT Act. H.R. 2045 - Targeting Rogue and Opaque Letters Act of 2015. H.R. 3765 - ADA Education and Reform Act of 2015.

Monitor legislation related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitor legislation related to the minimum wage. H.R. 2150/S. 1150 - Raise the Wage Act. H.R. 3459/S. 2015/S. 2686 - The Protecting Local Businesses Opportunity Act. H.R. 4773/S. 2707 - Protecting Workplace Advancement and Opportunity Act. H.J. Res. 87 - Providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the final rule of the Department of Labor relating to "Interpretation of the 'Advice' Exemption in Section 203(c) of the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act". Monitor other legislation and federal issues related to the Regulations on Overtime. Monitor other legislation and federal issues related to the Regulations on Joint Employer.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. S. 2827 - Willing Workers and Willing Employers Act of 2016

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring.

Monitor Data Security & Cyber Security legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payment marketplace. Monitor and discuss the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (P.L. 111-203) and Sec. 920 related to debit card fee reforms. Monitor legislation and federal activities related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules. H.R.5465 - To repeal section 1075 of the Consumer Financial Protection Act of 2010 relating to rules for payment card transactions, and for other purposes. H.R. 2205/S.961 - Data Security Act of 2015. S. 1484 - Financial Regulatory Improvement Act of 2015. H.R. 1770 - Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2015. Monitor discussion draft of the Financial CHOICE Act.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Magnuson-Stevens Act. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to U.S. Dietary Guidelines. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the allocation of Red Snapper in the Gulf. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to catfish inspection. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to labeling of genetically modified foods. H.R. 1599 - Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015. H.R. 2017/S. 2217 - Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act of 2015. H.R. 1335 - Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act. S.105 - Red Snapper Management Improvement Act. H.R. 4184 - The Food Recovery Act. S. Amdt 3450 to S. 764 - Generically Modified Food. H.R. 3094 - Gulf States Red Snapper Management Authority Act S.J. Res. 28 - A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Secretary of Agriculture relating to inspection of fish of the order Siluriformes. S. 3108 - Food Recovery Act of 2016. Senate amendment to the House amendment to S. 764 - An Act to reauthorize and amend the National Sea Grant College Program Act, and for other purposes.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to budget and appropriations. Monitored Amendment 29 to H.R. 5485 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act 2017.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Healthcare-related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts, Auto Enrollment and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 (P.L. 111-152). Monitor proposed revisions to the ACA. S.30 - Forty Hours is Full Time Act. H.R. 30 - Save American Workers Act of 2015. S. 1809/H.R. 863 - Simplifying Technical Aspects of Seasonality Act (STARS Act). H.R. 2712 - The Common Sense Reporting and Verification Act of 2015. S. 1697/H.R. 2911 - Small Business Healthcare Relief Act. S. 1996 - Commonsense Reporting Act. H.R. 3112 - Be Open Act. S. 2045/H.R. 2050 - Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2015.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity and ethanol prices. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. Monitor legislation related to Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) reform. H.R. 704 - The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act. H.R. 703 - The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act. S. 577 - Corn Ethanol Mandate Elimination Act of 2015. S. 1584 - Renewable Fuel Standard Repeal Act. S. 577 - Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Magnuson-Stevens Act. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to U.S. Dietary Guidelines. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the allocation of Red Snapper in the Gulf. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to catfish inspection. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to labelling genetically modified foods. H.R. 1599 - Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015. H.R. 2017/S. 2217 - Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act of 2015. H.R. 4184 - The Food Recovery Act. S. Amdt 3450 to S. 764 - Generically Modified Food. Monitor efforts on S.2012 to expand state jurisdiction over fisheries.

H.R.4441 - Aviation Innovation, Reform, and Reauthorization Act of 2016

Monitor legislation related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitor legislation related to the minimum wage. H.R. 2150/S. 1150 - Raise the Wage Act. H.R. 3459/S. 2015/S. 2686 - The Protecting Local Businesses Opportunity Act. H.R. 4773/S. 2707 - Protecting Workplace Advancement and Opportunity Act. Monitor other legislation and federal issues related to the Proposed Regulations on Overtime.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to ADA Advance Notice. Monitor legislation related to music licensing issues. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Patent Trolls and Patent Assertion Entities. H.R. 9 - the Innovation Act. S. 1137 - Protecting American Talent and Entrepreneurship Act of 2015 or the PATENT Act. H.R. 2045 - Targeting Rogue and Opaque Letters Act of 2015. H.R. 3765 - ADA Education and Reform Act of 2015.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to budget and appropriations.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring.

Monitor Data Security & Cyber Security Legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payments marketplace. Monitor the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (P.L. 111-203) and Sec. 920 related to debit card fee reforms. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules. Monitor issues related to payroll cards. S. 961 - Data Security Act of 2015. H.R. 2205 - Data Security Act of 2015. S. 177 - Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2015. S. 1484 - Financial Regulatory Improvement Act.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Magnuson-Stevens Act. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to US Dietary Guidelines. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the allocation of Red Snapper in the Gulf. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to catfish inspection. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to labeling genetically modified foods. H.R. 1599 - Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015. H.R. 2017 / S.2217 - Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act of 2015. H.R. 1335 - Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act. S. 105 - Red Snapper Management Improvement Act. H.R. 3094 - the Gulf States Red Snapper Management Authority Act. H.R. 4184 - the Food Recovery Act.

H.R. 3763 - Surface Transportation Reauthorization and Reform Act of 2015.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring.

Monitor all tax reform legislative matters. S.394/H.R.765 - A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property. H.R. 636 - America's Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015. S. 1399 - Small Business Expensing Act of 2015. H.R. 2754 - A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code to make the Work Opportunity Tax Credit permanent. H.R. 2510/S. 1660 - A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code to modify and make permanent bonus depreciation. H.R. 2029 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016. H.R. 3213 - Fixed Asset Relief Act of 2015.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. H.R. 1147 - Legal Workforce Act. H.R. 1401/S.2091 - JOLT Act of 2015.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitor Federal case: the United States Court of Appeals District of Columbia Circuit, National Association of Manufacturers & Coalition for a Democratic Workplace versus National Labor Relations Board. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to minimum wage. Proposed Rule, RIN 1215-AB79; RIN 1245 - AA03, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act, Interpretation of the "Advice Exemption." EEOC Enforcement Guidance (No. 915.002) Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Executive Order February 12, 2014, Minimum Wage for Contractors RIN 1235-AA10 Establishing Minimum Wage for Contractors (29 CPR Part 10). NLRB Joint Employer Standard. H.R. 1189 - The Preserving Employee Wellness Program Act. H.R. 550 - EEOC Transparency & Accountability Act. H.R. 549 - Litigation Oversight Act of 2015. H.R. 548 - Certainty in Enforcement Act of 2015. H.R. 3020 - Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016. S. 1695 - Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016. H.R. 2150/S. 1150 - Raise the Wage Act. H.R. 3459/S. 2015 - The Protecting Local Businesses Opportunity Act. H.R. 2029 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016. NPRM -80 FR 38515 - Overtime.

H.R.2029 - Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016. H.R.1314 - Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015.

Monitor draft legislation related to ADA Advance Notice. Monitor legislation related to music licensing issues. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to Patent Trolls and Patent Assertion Entities.. H.R. 9 - the Innovation Act. S. 1137 - Protecting American Talent and Entrepreneurship Act of 2015 or the PATENT Act. H.R. 2045 - Targeting Rogue and Opaque Letters Act of 2015. H.R. 3765 - ADA Education and Reform Act of 2015.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity, and ethanol prices. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. Monitor Department of Energy proposed rules on energy efficiency. H.R. 704 - The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act. H.R. 703 -Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act. S 577 - Corn Ethanol Mandate Elimination Act of 2015. H.R. 875, a bill to provide for a comprehensive assessment of the scientific and technical research on the implications of the use of mid-level ethanol blends, and for other purposes. H.R. 3 - The Northern Route Approval Act. S. 1195 - The Renewable Fuel Standard Repeal Act. S. 1807 - the Corn Ethanol Mandate Elimination Act. S.1 - Keystone XL Pipeline Act. S. 67 - The Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act. H.R. 2576 - The TSCA Modernization Act of 2015. S. 1584 - Renewable Fuel Standard Repeal Act. EERE 2014 BT STD 0027- Pre-rinse Spray Valves.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (P.L. 111-353). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Magnuson-Stevens Act. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to US Dietary Guidelines. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the allocation of Red Snapper in the Gulf. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Monitor Title IV on nutrition program of Farm Bill. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to catfish inspection. H.R. 1599 - Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015. H.R. 2017 - Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act of 2015. H.R. 1335 - Strengthening Fishing Communities and Increasing Flexibility in Fisheries Management Act. S. 105 - Red Snapper Management Improvement Act.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. H.R. 1147 - Legal Workforce Act. H.R. 1401 - JOLT Act of 2015.

Monitor agency compliance with respect to the Regulatory Flexibility Act, P.L. 96-354.

Monitor Data Security & Cyber Security Legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payments marketplace. Monitor the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (P.L. 111-203) and Sec. 920 related to debit card fee reforms. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules. Monitor issues related to payroll cards. Monitor Small Business Administration lending practices and procedures. S. 961 - Data Security Act of 2015. H.R. 2205 - Data Security Act of 2015. S. 177 - Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2015. S. 1484 - Financial Regulatory Improvement Act.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring. Dept. of Education Proposed Rule regarding Program Integrity: Gainful Employment (ED-2010-OPE-0012).

Monitor draft legislation related to ADA Advance Notice. Monitor legislation related to music licensing issues. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to Patent Trolls and Patent Assertion Entities. S. 177 Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, [CRT Docket No. 110] RIN 1190-AA61, Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability; Accessibility of Web Information and Services of State and Local Government Entities and Public Accommodations. Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking [CRT Docket No. 113] RIN 1190-AA64, Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by State and Local Governments and Places of Public Accommodations, Equipment and Furniture. H.R. 9 - the Innovation Act. S. 1137 - Protecting American Talent and Entrepreneurship Act of 2015 or the PATENT Act. H.R. 2045 - Targeting Rogue and Opaque Letters Act of 2015.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FY 2016 Agriculture Appropriations Bill. S. Amdt. 881 to S.Con.Res. 11. S. Amdt. 442 to S.Con.Res. 11.

Monitor all tax reform legislative matters. Monitor tax extender legislative matters. S.394, H.R.765 - A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property. H.R. 644 - America Gives More Act of 2015. H.R. 636 - America's Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015. S. 1414 - Small Business Tax Certainty, A Growth Act of 2015. S. 930 - Good Samaritan Hunger Relief Tax Incentive Extension Act of 2015. S. 1399 - Small Business Expensing Act of 2015. H.R. 2754 - A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code to make the Work Opportunity Tax Credit permanent. H.R. 2510, S. 1660 - A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code to modify and make permanent bonus depreciation.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Health-Care Related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, (P.L. 111-152). Monitor proposed revisions to the Affordable Care Act. S.30 - Forty Hours is Full Time Act. H.R. 30 - Save American Workers Act of 2015. S.1809/H.R. 863 - STARS ACT - Simplifying Technical Aspects Regarding Seasonality. Employer reporting forms and instructions - Forms 1095-C and 1094-C. H.R. 2712 - The Common Sense Reporting and Verification Act of 2015. S. 1099 - Protecting Affordable Coverage for Employees Act. H.R. 1624 - Protecting Affordable Coverage for Employees Act. S. 1697/H.R. 2911 - Small Business Healthcare Relief Act. S. 1996 - Commonsense Reporting Act. H.R. 3112 - Be Open Act.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity, and ethanol prices. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. Monitor Department of Energy proposed rules on energy efficiency. H.R. 704 - The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act. H.R. 703 -Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act. S 577 - Corn Ethanol Mandate Elimination Act of 2015. H.R. 875, a bill to provide for a comprehensive assessment of the scientific and technical research on the implications of the use of mid-level ethanol blends, and for other purposes. H.R. 3 - The Northern Route Approval Act. S. 1195 - The Renewable Fuel Standard Repeal Act. S. 761 - the Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act. S. 1807 - the Corn Ethanol Mandate Elimination Act. S.1 - Keystone XL Pipeline Act. S. 67 - The Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act. H.R. 2576 - The TSCA Modernization Act of 2015.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring. Dept. of Education Proposed Rule regarding Program Integrity: Gainful Employment (ED-2010-OPE-0012).

Monitor all tax reform legislative matters. Monitor tax extender legislative matters. S.394, H.R.765 - A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property. H.R. 644 - America Gives More Act of 2015. H.R. 636 - America's Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015. S. 1414 - Small Business Tax Certainty, A Growth Act of 2015. S. 930 - Good Samaritan Hunger Relief Tax Incentive Extension Act of 2015. S. 1399 - Small Business Expensing Act of 2015. H.R. 2754 - A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code to make the Work Opportunity Tax Credit permanent. H.R. 2510, S. 1660 - A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code to modify and make permanent bonus depreciation.

Monitor draft legislation related to ADA Advance Notice. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to Patent Trolls and Patent Assertion Entities. S. 177 Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, [CRT Docket No. 110] RIN 1190-AA61, Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability; Accessibility of Web Information and Services of State and Local Government Entities and Public Accommodations. Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking [CRT Docket No. 113] RIN 1190-AA64, Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by State and Local Governments and Places of Public Accommodations, Equipment and Furniture. H.R. 9 - the Innovation Act. S. 1137 - Protecting American Talent and Entrepreneurship Act of 2015 or the PATENT Act. H.R. 2045 - Targeting Rogue and Opaque Letters Act of 2015.

S. Amdt. 881 to S.Con.Res. 11. S. Amdt. 442 to S.Con.Res. 11. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FY 2016 Agriculture Appropriations Bill.

Monitor Data Security & Cyber Security Legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payments marketplace. Monitor the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (P.L. 111-203) and Sec. 920 related to debit card fee reforms. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules. Monitor issues related to payroll cards. Monitor issues related to Terrorism Risk Reauthorization Act of 2015, H.R. 26. Monitor Small Business Administration lending practices and procedures. S. 961 - Data Security Act of 2015. H.R. 2205 - Data Security Act of 2015. S. 177 - Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2015. S. 1484 - Financial Regulatory Improvement Act

Monitor agency compliance with respect to the Regulatory Flexibility Act, P.L. 96-354.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. H.R. 1147 - Legal Workforce Act. H.R. 1401 - JOLT Act of 2015.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Proposed Rule and Request for Comments: Proposed Rules Governing Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act - CRIN 3142 - AAOD. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act; Interpretation of the "Advice" Exemption,RIN1245-AA03. Monitor Federal case: the United States Court of Appeals District of Columbia Circuit, National Association of Manufacturers & Coalition for a Democratic Workplace versus National Labor Relations Board. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to minimum wage. Proposed Rule, RIN 1215-AB79; RIN 1245 - AA03, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act, Interpretation of the "Advice Exemption." EEOC Enforcement Guidance (No. 915.002) Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Executive Order February 12, 2014, Minimum Wage for Contractors RIN 1235-AA10 Establishing Minimum Wage for Contractors (29 CPR Part 10). March 2014 Presidential Memorandum to Sec. of Labor to consider revisions to the FLSAs main regulations re: an exemption from minimum wage and overtime. NLRB Joint Employer Standard. H.R. 1189 - The Preserving Employee Wellness Program Act. H.R. 550 - EEOC Transparency & Accountability Act. H.R. 549 - Litigation Oversight Act of 2015. H.R. 548 - Certainty in Enforcement Act of 2015. H.J. Res 29 Disapproving of NLRB's Ambush Elections Rule. S.J. Res 8 A joint resolution of disapproval submitted by the NLRB relating to representation case procedures. S. Amdt. 881 to S.Con.Res. 11. H.R. 3020 - Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016. S. 1695 - Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2016. S. 1150 - Raise the Wage Act

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. HR 1147 - Legal Workforce Act. HR 1401 - JOLT Act of 2015.

Monitor agency compliance with respect to the Regulatory Flexibility Act, P.L. 96-354.

Monitor draft legislation related to ADA Advance Notice. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to Patent Trolls and Patent Assertion Entities. S177 Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, [CRT Docket No. 110] RIN 1190-AA61, Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability; Accessibility of Web Information and Services of State and Local Government Entities and Public Accommodations. Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking [CRT Docket No. 113] RIN 1190-AA64, Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by State and Local Governments and Places of Public Accommodations, Equipment and Furniture. HR 9 - the Innovation Act.

Monitor all tax reform legislative matters. S.394, H.R.765 - A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property. HR 644 - America Gives More Act of 2015. HR 636 - America's Small Business Tax Relief Act of 2015.

S. Amdt. 881 to S.Con.Res. 11. S. Amdt. 442 to S.Con.Res. 11.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitor the implementation of Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, (P.L. 111-2). Proposed Rule and Request for Comments: Proposed Rules Governing Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act - CRIN 3142 - AAOD. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act; Interpretation of the "Advice" Exemption,RIN1245-AA03. Monitor Federal case: the United States Court of Appeals District of Columbia Circuit, National Association of Manufacturers & Coalition for a Democratic Workplace versus National Labor Relations Board. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to minimum wage Proposed Rule, RIN 1215-AB79; RIN 1245 - AA03, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act, Interpretation of the "Advice Exemption." EEOC Enforcement Guidance (No. 915.002) Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Executive Order February 12, 2014, Minimum Wage for Contractors RIN 1235-AA10 Establishing Minimum Wage for Contractors (29 CPR Part 10) March 2014 Presidential Memorandum to Sec. of Labor to consider revisions to the FLSAs main regulations re an exemption from minimum wage and overtime. NLRB Joint Employer Standard HR 1189 - The Preserving Employee Wellness Program Act HR 550 - EEOC Transparency & Accountability Act HR 549 - Litigation Oversight Act of 2015 HR 548 - Certainty in Enforcement Act of 2015 HJ Res 29 Disapproving of NLRB's Ambush Elections Rule SJ Res 8 A joint resolution of disapproval submitted by the NLRB relating to representation case procedures S. Amdt. 881 to S.Con.Res. 11

Monitor Data Security & Cyber Security Legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payments marketplace. Monitor the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (P.L. 111-203) and Sec. 920 related to debit card fee reforms. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules. Monitor issues related to payroll cards. Monitor issues related to Terrorism Risk Reauthorization Act of 2015, H.R. 26. Monitor Small Business Administration lending practices and procedures. S.1927 - Data Security Act of 2014. S.1976 - Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2014. S.1897 - Personal Data Privacy and Security Act of 2014.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (P.L. 111-353). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Magnuson-Stevens Act. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to US Dietary Guidelines. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the allocation of Red Snapper in the Gulf. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Monitor Title IV on nutrition program of Farm Bill. HR 1599 - Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act of 2015.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Health-Care Related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, (P.L. 111-152). S.30 - Forty Hours is Full Time Act. HR30 - Save American Workers Act of 2015. HR 863 - STARS ACT - Simplifying Technical Aspects Regarding Seasonality . Employer reporting forms and instructions - Forms 1095-C and 1094-C.

S. AMDT 144 to S.Con.Res.8, Senate Budget Resolution: To establish a deficit-neutral reserve fund to restore a sensible definition of full-time employee for purposes of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. S. AMDT 229 to S. Con. Res. 8, Senate Budget Resolution: To repeal the 30 hour weekly work requirement for purposes of determining a full-time employee under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Public Law 111-148).S. AMDT 230 to S. Con. Res. 8, Senate Budget Resolution: To define a large employer for purposes of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Public Law 111-148) as an employer with 50 or more employees rather than considering full-time equivalent employees for such purposes. Potential Amendment on Senate Fiscal Year 2015 Financial Services and General Government (FSGG) Appropriations bill relating to prohibiting the IRS from imposing employer mandate penalties until full-time and full-time equivalent employee are defined as 40 hours per week. H.R. 83 - Consolidated on further continuing Appropriations Act, 2015

Monitor Data Security & Cyber Security Legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payments marketplace. H.R. 1468 SECURE IT. S. 1193 Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2013.Monitor the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (P.L. 111-203) and Sec. 920 related to debit card fee reforms. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules. Monitor issues related to payroll cards. S.1927 Data Security Act of 2014. S.1976 Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2014. S.1897 Personal Data Privacy and Security Act of 2014.

Monitor agency compliance with respect to the Regulatory Flexibility Act, P.L. 96-354.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (P.L. 111-353). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling.Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Monitor Title IV on nutrition program of Farm Bill. H.R. 1947, the Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013. H.Amdt 228 to HR 1947 Dairy Amendment. H.Amdt 213 to HR 1947 Olive Oil amendment. H.R. 1947, Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013, committee amendments related to catfish inspection, dairy supply management provisions, and olive oil import restrictions. H.R. 2642, Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013 Monitor federal issues related to sequestration of USDA inspectors. S. 954, Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013. H.R. 4800, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring. Dept. of Education Proposed Rule regarding Program Integrity: Gainful Employment (ED-2010-OPE-0012).

S.749, H.R.4212 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property. Monitor draft legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment.Proposed Rule: Amendments to Excepted Benefits [RIN 1545BL90, REG14317213], [RIN 1210AB60], [RIN 0938AS16, CMS9946P]. Correcting Amendment: Shared Responsibility Payment for Not Maintaining Minimum Essential Coverage; Correction [RIN 1545BL36, TD 9632]. IRS clarification of tips vs. service charges. Rev. Rul. 2012-18. S.1395 - Good Samaritan Hunger Relief Tax Incentive Extension Act of 2013. H.R.2945 - To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend and expand the charitable deduction for contributions of food inventory. S.2168 Small Business Stability Act H.R.2577 Small Business Job Protection Act S.2176 Commonsense Reporting Act H.R.3367 To amend section 9010 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to delay the application of the health insurance provider annual fee until 2016 and to provide a process to return to consumers any amounts attributable to the expected application of the annual fee to 2014 or 2015. Final Rule: Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage [RIN 1545BL33] Final Rule: Information Reporting by Applicable Large Employers on Health Insurance Coverage Offered Under Employer-Sponsored Plans [RIN 1545BL26] Final Rule: Information Reporting of Minimum Essential Coverage [RIN 1545BL31] Revised Rule: 2012-18 (tip credit) Rev. Proc. 2014-30 (26 CFR 601.602: Tax forms and instructions.) [TD 9660], RIN 1545BL31 Correcting Amendment: Information Reporting of Minimum Essential Coverage; Correction [REG14103613], RIN 1545BL91 Correction to a notice of proposed rulemaking and notice of public hearing [TD 9672], RIN 1545BL55 Final Rule: Tax Credit for Employee Health Insurance Expenses of Small Employers HR 4718 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify and make permanent bonus depreciation. 2014 Draft Form 1094-C: Transmittal of Employer-Provided Health Insurance Offer and Coverage Information Return 2014 Draft Form 1095-C: Employer Provided Health Insurance Offer and Coverage 2014 Draft Instructions for Forms 1094-C and 1095-C 2014 Draft Form 1094-B: Transmittal of Health Coverage Information Returns 2014 Draft Form 1095-B: Health Coverage 2014 Draft Instructions for Forms 1094-B and 1095-B IRS Notice 2014-49: Section 4980H -- Shared Responsibility for Employer Regarding Health Coverage -- Approach to Changes in Measurement Periods or Methods Applicable to an Employee IRS Notice 2014-55: Additional Permitted Election Changes for Health Coverage under 125 Cafeteria Plans 2014 Draft Form 8962: Premium Tax Credit 2014 Draft Instructions for Form 8962, Premium Tax Credit 2014 Draft Form 1040-A: U.S. Individual Income Tax Return H.R. 5213/S. 2881, Simplifying Technical Aspects Regarding Seasonality Act of 2014 H.R. 5557, Streamlining Verification for Americans Act H.R. 5264, Permanent Work Opportunity Tax Credit Act H.R. 5771/PL 113-295 (Tax Extenders Bill) To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend certain expiring provisions and make technical corrections, to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for the tax treatment of ABLE accounts established under State programs for the care of family members with disabilities, and for other purposes Notice 2014-69: Group Health Plans that Fail to Cover In-Patient Hospitalization Services Final Rule: Minimum Essential Coverage and Other Rules Regarding the Shared Responsibility Payment for Individuals [RIN 1545BL91] Notice 2014-76: Individual Shared Responsibility Payment Hardship Exemptions that May Be Claimed on a Federal Income Tax Return Without Obtaining a Hardship Exemption Certification from the Marketplace Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request: OMB Number: 15452251. Title: Information Reporting by Applicable Large Employers on Health Insurance Coverage Offered Under Employer-Sponsored Plans (TD 9661Final) Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request: OMB Number: 15452252. Title: REG13245511Reporting of Minimum Essential Coverage (TD 9660Final)

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitor the implementation of Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, (P.L. 111-2). Proposed Rule and Request for Comments: Proposed Rules Governing Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act - CRIN 3142 - AAOD.Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act; Interpretation of the "Advice" Exemption, RIN1245-AA03. Monitor Federal case: the United States Court of Appeals District of Columbia Circuit, National Association of Manufacturers & Coalition for a Democratic Workplace versus National Labor Relations Board. Proposed Rule, RIN 1215-AB79; RIN 1245 - AA03, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act, Interpretation of the "Advice Exemption." EEOC Enforcement Guidance (No. 915.002) Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Interim Final Rule: Procedures for the Handling of Retaliation Complaints Under Section 1558 of the Affordable Care Act Insurance Issuers Relating to Coverage of Preventive Services [OSHA-2011-0193], [RIN 12158-AC79]. H.R. 1120, S. 850 Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act. H.R. 1010, S. 460, Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. S. 1737, Minimum Wage Fairness Act Technical Release 2013-02: Guidance of the notice to employees of coverage options under FLSA 18B and Updated Model Election Notice Under COBRA. H.R. 2347 Representation Fairness Restoration Act. Notice: Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Notice to Employees of Coverage Options Under Fair Labor Standards Act Section 18B [OMB Control Number 1210-0149]. Notice: Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Affordable Care Act Grandfathered Health Plan Disclosure, Recordkeeping Requirement, and Change in Carrier Disclosure [OMB Control Number: 12100140]. Monitoring Workforce Investment Act reauthorization (SKILLS ACT) H.R. 4320 Workforce Democracy & Fairness Act H.R. 4321 Employee Privacy Protection Act Notice: Fringe benefits for the fast food industry under the Service Contract Act Executive Order February 12, 2014, Minimum Wage for Contractors HR803 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act RIN 1235-AA10 Establishing Minimum Wage for Contractors (29 CPR Part 10) March 2014 Presidential Memorandum to Sec. of Labor to consider revisions to the FLSAs main regulations re an exemption from minimum wage and overtime. NLRB Joint Employer Standard.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity, and ethanol prices. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. H.R. 1462 The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act of 2013.H.R. 875, a bill to provide for a comprehensive assessment of the scientific and technical research on the implications of the use of mid-level ethanol blends, and for other purposes. H.R. 3 The Northern Route Approval Act. H.R. 1461 The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act. S.1195 The Renewable Fuel Standard Repeal Act. S. 761, the Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act. Monitor Department of Energy proposed rules on energy efficiency. S. 1807, the Corn Ethanol Mandate Elimination Act H.R. 5682: To approve the Keystone XL Pipeline. S.1 - Keystone XL Pipeline Act

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. Proposed Rule and Request for Comments regarding wage methodology for the Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment H-2B Program, Labor: RIN 1205-AB61. Executive Order 13563 as it relates to RIN1205-AB69.Notice of Proposed Rule, "Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment of H-2B Aliens in the United States (RIN 1205-AB58)." S.744 Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act. H.R.1772 The Legal Workforce Act. H.R. 1354 Jobs Originating through Launching Travel Act (JOLT Act).

Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, [CRT Docket No. 110] RIN 1190-AA61, Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability; Accessibility of Web Information and Services of State and Local Government Entities and Public Accommodations. Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking [CRT Docket No. 113] RIN 1190-AA64, Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by State and Local Governments and Places of Public Accommodations, Equipment and Furniture. Concerns over Patent Troll lawsuits.Monitor draft legislation related to ADA Advance Notice. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to Patent Trolls and Patent Assertion Entities. H.R. 3309, the Innovation Act H.R. 3540, Demand Letter Transparency Act of 2013. S. 1720, The Patent Transparency and Improvements Act of 2013. Patent litigation reforms. S. 1013, Patent Abuse Reduction Act. H.R. 2639, Patent Litigation and Innovation Act. H.R. 845, Shield Act. S. 2049, Transparency in Assertion of Patents Act. H.R. ___ TROL Act. S. 1612, Patent Litigtion Integrity Act. S. 866, Patent Quality Improvement Act of 2013.

S.749, H.R.4212 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property. Monitor draft legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment.Monitor federal issues related to general tax reform. Monitor federal issues related to corporate tax reform. Proposed Rule: Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage (Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service), RIN 1545-BL33 [REG-138006-12]. H.R. 763, S. 603, The Job & Premium Protection Act to repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. H.R. 903, S. 399, The American Job Protection Act Monitor the implementation of the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (P.L. 112-240). Final Rule: Health Insurance Premium Tax Credit [RIN 1545-BL49]. NPRM and Notice of Hearing: Shared Responsibility Payment for Not Maintaining Minimum Essential Coverage [RIN 1545-BL36], [REG-148500-12]. Proposed Rule and Notice of Public Hearing: Health Insurance Providers Fee [REG-118315-12], [RIN 1545-BL20] Correction to Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Notice of Hearing: Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage; Correction [REG-138006-12], [RIN 1545-BL23]. Proposed Rule: Ninety-Day Waiting Period Limitation and Technical Amendments to Certain Health Coverage Requirements Under the Affordable Care Act [REG-122706-12, RIN 1545-BL50], [RIN1210-AB56], [CMS-9952-P, RIN 0938-AR77]. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Minimum Value of Eligible Employer-Sponsored Plans and Other Rules Regarding the Health Insurance Tax Credit [REG - 125398-12, RIN 1545-BL43]. Final Rule: Incentives for Nondiscriminatory Wellness Programs in Group Health Plans [RIN 1545-BL07, RIN 1210-A-B55, CMS-9979-F/RIN 0938-AR48]. Notice 2013-42: Transition Relief for Employers and Related Individuals Eligible to Enroll in Eligible Employer-Sponored Health Plans for Non-Calendar Plan Years that Begin in 2013 and End in 2014. H.R. 2429, S.1183 The Death Tax Repeal Act of 2013. H.R. 2575 Save American Workers Act of 2013. S.1188 Forty Hours Is Full Time Act of 2013. S.701 Forty Hours Is Full Time Act of 2013. H.R. 2988, Forty Hours is Full Time Act of 2013. Notice 2013-41: Eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage for Purposes of the Premium Tax Credit. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Information Reporting for Affordable Insurance Exchanges [REG-140789-12, RIN 1545-BL42]. Notice 2013-45: Transition Relief for 2014 Under 6055 (6055 Information Reporting), 6056 (6056 Information Reporting) and 4980H (Employer Shared Responsibility Provisions). Final Rule: Regulations Pertaining to the Disclosure of Return Information To Carry Out Eligibility Requirements for Health Insurance Affordability Programs [RIN 1545BK87}. Proposed Rule: Tax Credit for Employee Health Insurance Expenses of Small Employers [REG-113792-13, RIN 1545-BL55] Final Regulations: Shared Responsibility Payment for Not Maintaining Minimum Essential Coverage [TD 9632, RIN 1545-BL36]. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Notice of Hearing: Information Reporting of Minimum Essential Coverage [REG-132455-11, RIN 1545-BL31]. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Notice of Public Hearing: Information Reporting by Applicable Large Employers on Health Insurance Coverage Offered Under Employer-Sponsored Plans [REG-136630-12, RIN 1545-BL26]. Notice 2013-54: Application of Market Reform and other Provisions of the Affordable Care Act to HRAs, Health FSAs, and Certain other Employer Healthcare Arrangements. Notice 2013-71: Modification of Use-or-Lose Rule For Health Flexible Spending Arrangements (FSAs) and Clarification Regarding 2013-2014 Non-Calendar Year Salary Reduction Elections Under 125 Cafeteria Plans. Final Rule: Health Insurance Providers Fee [RIN 1545BL20, TD 9643]. Final Rule: Rules Relating to Additional Medicare Tax [RIN 1545BK54, TD 9645]. Final Rule: Net Investment Income Tax [RIN 1545BK44, TD 9644]. Notice 2014-06: Section 45R Transition Relief with Respect to the Tax Credit for Employee Health Insurance Expenses of Certain Small Employers. Notice 2014-1: Sections 125 and 223 Cafeteria Plans, Flexible Spending Arrangements, and Health Savings Accounts Elections and Reimbursements for Same-Sex Spouses Following the Windsor Supreme Court Decision.Proposed Rule: Amendments to Excepted Benefits [RIN 1545BL90, REG14317213], [RIN 1210AB60], [RIN 0938AS16, CMS9946P]. Correcting Amendment: Shared Responsibility Payment for Not Maintaining Minimum Essential Coverage; Correction [RIN 1545BL36, TD 9632]. IRS clarification of tips vs. service charges. Rev. Rul. 2012-18. S.1395 - Good Samaritan Hunger Relief Tax Incentive Extension Act of 2013. H.R.2945 - To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend and expand the charitable deduction for contributions of food inventory. S.2168 Small Business Stability Act H.R.2577 Small Business Job Protection Act S.2176 Commonsense Reporting Act H.R.3367 To amend section 9010 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to delay the application of the health insurance provider annual fee until 2016 and to provide a process to return to consumers any amounts attributable to the expected application of the annual fee to 2014 or 2015. Final Rule: Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage [RIN 1545BL33] Final Rule: Information Reporting by Applicable Large Employers on Health Insurance Coverage Offered Under Employer-Sponsored Plans [RIN 1545BL26] Final Rule: Information Reporting of Minimum Essential Coverage [RIN 1545BL31] Revised Rule: 2012-18 (tip credit) Rev. Proc. 2014-30 (26 CFR 601.602: Tax forms and instructions.) [TD 9660], RIN 1545BL31 Correcting Amendment: Information Reporting of Minimum Essential Coverage; Correction [REG14103613], RIN 1545BL91 Correction to a notice of proposed rulemaking and notice of public hearing [TD 9672], RIN 1545BL55 Final Rule: Tax Credit for Employee Health Insurance Expenses of Small Employers HR 4718 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify and make permanent bonus depreciation. 2014 Draft Form 1094-C: Transmittal of Employer-Provided Health Insurance Offer and Coverage Information Return 2014 Draft Form 1095-C: Employer Provided Health Insurance Offer and Coverage 2014 Draft Instructions for Forms 1094-C and 1095-C 2014 Draft Form 1094-B: Transmittal of Health Coverage Information Returns 2014 Draft Form 1095-B: Health Coverage 2014 Draft Instructions for Forms 1094-B and 1095-B IRS Notice 2014-49: Section 4980H -- Shared Responsibility for Employer Regarding Health Coverage -- Approach to Changes in Measurement Periods or Methods Applicable to an Employee IRS Notice 2014-55: Additional Permitted Election Changes for Health Coverage under 125 Cafeteria Plans 2014 Draft Form 8962: Premium Tax Credit 2014 Draft Instructions for Form 8962, Premium Tax Credit 2014 Draft Form 1040-A: U.S. Individual Income Tax Return H.R. 5213/S. 2881, Simplifying Technical Aspects Regarding Seasonality Act of 2014 H.R. 5557, Streamlining Verification for Americans Act H.R. 5264, Permanent Work Opportunity Tax Credit Act

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. Proposed Rule and Request for Comments regarding wage methodology for the Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment H-2B Program, Labor: RIN 1205-AB61. Executive Order 13563 as it relates to RIN1205-AB69.Notice of Proposed Rule, "Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment of H-2B Aliens in the United States (RIN 1205-AB58)." S.744 Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act. H.R.1772 The Legal Workforce Act. H.R. 1354 Jobs Originating through Launching Travel Act (JOLT Act).

Monitor agency compliance with respect to the Regulatory Flexibility Act, P.L. 96-354.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitor the implementation of Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, (P.L. 111-2). Proposed Rule and Request for Comments: Proposed Rules Governing Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act - CRIN 3142 - AAOD.Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act; Interpretation of the "Advice" Exemption, RIN1245-AA03. Monitor Federal case: the United States Court of Appeals District of Columbia Circuit, National Association of Manufacturers & Coalition for a Democratic Workplace versus National Labor Relations Board. Proposed Rule, RIN 1215-AB79; RIN 1245 - AA03, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act, Interpretation of the "Advice Exemption." EEOC Enforcement Guidance (No. 915.002) Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Interim Final Rule: Procedures for the Handling of Retaliation Complaints Under Section 1558 of the Affordable Care Act Insurance Issuers Relating to Coverage of Preventive Services [OSHA-2011-0193], [RIN 12158-AC79]. H.R. 1120, S. 850 Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act. H.R. 1010, S. 460, Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. S. 1737, Minimum Wage Fairness Act Technical Release 2013-02: Guidance of the notice to employees of coverage options under FLSA 18B and Updated Model Election Notice Under COBRA. H.R. 2347 Representation Fairness Restoration Act. Notice: Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Notice to Employees of Coverage Options Under Fair Labor Standards Act Section 18B [OMB Control Number 1210-0149]. Notice: Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Affordable Care Act Grandfathered Health Plan Disclosure, Recordkeeping Requirement, and Change in Carrier Disclosure [OMB Control Number: 12100140]. Monitoring Workforce Investment Act reauthorization (SKILLS ACT) H.R. 4320 Workforce Democracy & Fairness Act H.R. 4321 Employee Privacy Protection Act Notice: Fringe benefits for the fast food industry under the Service Contract Act Executive Order February 12, 2014, Minimum Wage for Contractors HR803 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act RIN 1235-AA10 Establishing Minimum Wage for Contractors (29 CPR Part 10) March 2014 Presidential Memorandum to Sec. of Labor to consider revisions to the FLSAs main regulations re an exemption from minimum wage and overtime. NLRB Joint Employer Standard.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (P.L. 111-353). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling.Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Monitor Title IV on nutrition program of Farm Bill. H.R. 1947, the Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013. H.Amdt 228 to HR 1947 Dairy Amendment. H.Amdt 213 to HR 1947 Olive Oil amendment. H.R. 1947, Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013, committee amendments related to catfish inspection, dairy supply management provisions, and olive oil import restrictions. H.R. 2642, Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013 Monitor federal issues related to sequestration of USDA inspectors. S. 954, Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013. H.R. 4800, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies

S. AMDT 144 to S.Con.Res.8, Senate Budget Resolution: To establish a deficit-neutral reserve fund to restore a sensible definition of full-time employee for purposes of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. S. AMDT 229 to S. Con. Res. 8, Senate Budget Resolution: To repeal the 30 hour weekly work requirement for purposes of determining a full-time employee under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Public Law 111-148).S. AMDT 230 to S. Con. Res. 8, Senate Budget Resolution: To define a large employer for purposes of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Public Law 111-148) as an employer with 50 or more employees rather than considering full-time equivalent employees for such purposes. Potential Amendment on Senate Fiscal Year 2015 Financial Services and General Government (FSGG) Appropriations bill relating to prohibiting the IRS from imposing employer mandate penalties until full-time and full-time equivalent employee are defined as 40 hours per week.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity, and ethanol prices. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. H.R. 1462 The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act of 2013.H.R. 875, a bill to provide for a comprehensive assessment of the scientific and technical research on the implications of the use of mid-level ethanol blends, and for other purposes. H.R. 3 The Northern Route Approval Act. H.R. 1461 The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act. S.1195 The Renewable Fuel Standard Repeal Act. S. 761, the Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act. Monitor Department of Energy proposed rules on energy efficiency. S. 1807, the Corn Ethanol Mandate Elimination Act

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring. Dept. of Education Proposed Rule regarding Program Integrity: Gainful Employment (ED-2010-OPE-0012).

Monitor Data Security & Cyber Security Legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payments marketplace. H.R. 1468 SECURE IT. S. 1193 Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2013.Monitor the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (P.L. 111-203) and Sec. 920 related to debit card fee reforms. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules. Monitor issues related to payroll cards. S.1927 Data Security Act of 2014. S.1976 Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2014. S.1897 Personal Data Privacy and Security Act of 2014.

S.749, H.R.4212 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property. Monitor draft legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment.Monitor federal issues related to general tax reform. Monitor federal issues related to corporate tax reform. Proposed Rule: Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage (Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service), RIN 1545-BL33 [REG-138006-12]. H.R. 763, S. 603, The Job & Premium Protection Act to repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. H.R. 903, S. 399, The American Job Protection Act Monitor the implementation of the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (P.L. 112-240). Final Rule: Health Insurance Premium Tax Credit [RIN 1545-BL49]. NPRM and Notice of Hearing: Shared Responsibility Payment for Not Maintaining Minimum Essential Coverage [RIN 1545-BL36], [REG-148500-12]. Proposed Rule and Notice of Public Hearing: Health Insurance Providers Fee [REG-118315-12], [RIN 1545-BL20] Correction to Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Notice of Hearing: Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage; Correction [REG-138006-12], [RIN 1545-BL23]. Proposed Rule: Ninety-Day Waiting Period Limitation and Technical Amendments to Certain Health Coverage Requirements Under the Affordable Care Act [REG-122706-12, RIN 1545-BL50], [RIN1210-AB56], [CMS-9952-P, RIN 0938-AR77]. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Minimum Value of Eligible Employer-Sponsored Plans and Other Rules Regarding the Health Insurance Tax Credit [REG - 125398-12, RIN 1545-BL43]. Final Rule: Incentives for Nondiscriminatory Wellness Programs in Group Health Plans [RIN 1545-BL07, RIN 1210-A-B55, CMS-9979-F/RIN 0938-AR48]. Notice 2013-42: Transition Relief for Employers and Related Individuals Eligible to Enroll in Eligible Employer-Sponored Health Plans for Non-Calendar Plan Years that Begin in 2013 and End in 2014. H.R. 2429, S.1183 The Death Tax Repeal Act of 2013. H.R. 2575 Save American Workers Act of 2013. S.1188 Forty Hours Is Full Time Act of 2013. S.701 Forty Hours Is Full Time Act of 2013. H.R. 2988, Forty Hours is Full Time Act of 2013. Notice 2013-41: Eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage for Purposes of the Premium Tax Credit. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Information Reporting for Affordable Insurance Exchanges [REG-140789-12, RIN 1545-BL42]. Notice 2013-45: Transition Relief for 2014 Under 6055 (6055 Information Reporting), 6056 (6056 Information Reporting) and 4980H (Employer Shared Responsibility Provisions). Final Rule: Regulations Pertaining to the Disclosure of Return Information To Carry Out Eligibility Requirements for Health Insurance Affordability Programs [RIN 1545BK87}. Proposed Rule: Tax Credit for Employee Health Insurance Expenses of Small Employers [REG-113792-13, RIN 1545-BL55] Final Regulations: Shared Responsibility Payment for Not Maintaining Minimum Essential Coverage [TD 9632, RIN 1545-BL36]. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Notice of Hearing: Information Reporting of Minimum Essential Coverage [REG-132455-11, RIN 1545-BL31]. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Notice of Public Hearing: Information Reporting by Applicable Large Employers on Health Insurance Coverage Offered Under Employer-Sponsored Plans [REG-136630-12, RIN 1545-BL26]. Notice 2013-54: Application of Market Reform and other Provisions of the Affordable Care Act to HRAs, Health FSAs, and Certain other Employer Healthcare Arrangements. Notice 2013-71: Modification of Use-or-Lose Rule For Health Flexible Spending Arrangements (FSAs) and Clarification Regarding 2013-2014 Non-Calendar Year Salary Reduction Elections Under 125 Cafeteria Plans. Final Rule: Health Insurance Providers Fee [RIN 1545BL20, TD 9643]. Final Rule: Rules Relating to Additional Medicare Tax [RIN 1545BK54, TD 9645]. Final Rule: Net Investment Income Tax [RIN 1545BK44, TD 9644]. Notice 2014-06: Section 45R Transition Relief with Respect to the Tax Credit for Employee Health Insurance Expenses of Certain Small Employers. Notice 2014-1: Sections 125 and 223 Cafeteria Plans, Flexible Spending Arrangements, and Health Savings Accounts Elections and Reimbursements for Same-Sex Spouses Following the Windsor Supreme Court Decision.Proposed Rule: Amendments to Excepted Benefits [RIN 1545BL90, REG14317213], [RIN 1210AB60], [RIN 0938AS16, CMS9946P]. Correcting Amendment: Shared Responsibility Payment for Not Maintaining Minimum Essential Coverage; Correction [RIN 1545BL36, TD 9632]. IRS clarification of tips vs. service charges. Rev. Rul. 2012-18. S.1395 - Good Samaritan Hunger Relief Tax Incentive Extension Act of 2013. H.R.2945 - To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend and expand the charitable deduction for contributions of food inventory. S.2168 Small Business Stability Act H.R.2577 Small Business Job Protection Act S.2176 Commonsense Reporting Act H.R.3367 To amend section 9010 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to delay the application of the health insurance provider annual fee until 2016 and to provide a process to return to consumers any amounts attributable to the expected application of the annual fee to 2014 or 2015. Final Rule: Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage [RIN 1545BL33] Final Rule: Information Reporting by Applicable Large Employers on Health Insurance Coverage Offered Under Employer-Sponsored Plans [RIN 1545BL26] Final Rule: Information Reporting of Minimum Essential Coverage [RIN 1545BL31] Revised Rule: 2012-18 (tip credit) Rev. Proc. 2014-30 (26 CFR 601.602: Tax forms and instructions.) [TD 9660], RIN 1545BL31 Correcting Amendment: Information Reporting of Minimum Essential Coverage; Correction [REG14103613], RIN 1545BL91 Correction to a notice of proposed rulemaking and notice of public hearing [TD 9672], RIN 1545BL55 Final Rule: Tax Credit for Employee Health Insurance Expenses of Small Employers HR 4718 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify and make permanent bonus depreciation.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity, and ethanol prices. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. H.R. 1462 The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act of 2013.H.R. 875, a bill to provide for a comprehensive assessment of the scientific and technical research on the implications of the use of mid-level ethanol blends, and for other purposes. H.R. 3 The Northern Route Approval Act. H.R. 1461 The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act. S.1195 The Renewable Fuel Standard Repeal Act. S. 761, the Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act. Monitor Department of Energy proposed rules on energy efficiency. S. 1807, the Corn Ethanol Mandate Elimination Act

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Health-Care Related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, (P.L. 111-152).H.R. 1249, S. 1756 Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act. H.R. 903, S. 399, The American Job Protection Act. H.R. 763 To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. S. 603 The Jobs & Premium Protection Act. H.R. 1254, Auto Enroll Repeal Act. Proposed Rule: Medicaid, Childrens Health Insurance Programs, and Exchanges: Essential Health Benefits in Alternative Benefit Plans, Eligibility Notices, Fair Hearing and Appeal Processes for Medicaid and Exchange Eligibility Appeals and Other Provisions Related to Eligibility and Enrollment for Exchanges, Medicaid and CHIP, and Medicaid Premiums and Cost Sharing [RIN 0938-AR04] [CMS-2334-P]. FAQs about Affordable Care Act Implementation Part XI (January 24, 2013). HHS seeks public comment on the new single, streamlined application for health insurance and the SHOP applications, draft dated 1/16/2013. Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions: Eligibility for Exemptions; Miscellaneous Minimum Essential Coverage Provisions [RIN 0938-AR68]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Standards Related to Essential Health Benefits, Actuarial Value, and Accreditation [RIN 0938-AR03], [CMS-9980-F]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Health Insurance Market Rules; Rate Review [RIN 0938-AR40], [CMS-9972-F]. Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans; Small Business Health Options Program [CMS-9964-P2], [RIN 0938-AR76]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of the Multi-State Plan Program for the Affordable Insurance Exchanges [RIN 3206-AM47]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014 and Amendments to the HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014; Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans; Small Business Health Options Program [CMS-9964-F], [RIN 0938-AR51]. Proposed Rule: Ninety-Day Waiting Period Limitation and Technical Amendments to Certain Health Coverage Requirements Under the Affordable Care Act [REG-122706-12, RIN 1545-BL50], [RIN1210-AB56], [CMS-9952-P, RIN 0938-AR77]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchange and Qualified Health Plans; Small Business Health Options Program [CMS-9964 - F2, RIN 0938-AR76]. Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Program Integrity: Exchange, SHOP, Premium Stabilization Programs, and Market Standards [CMS - 9957-b, RIN 0938-AR82]. H.R.45 To repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and health care-related provisions in the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions: Eligibility for Exemptions; Miscellaneous Minimum Essential Coverage Provisions [CMS-9958-F, RIN 0938-AR68]. Final Rule: Medicaid and Childrens Health Insurance Programs: Essential Health Benefits in Alternative Benefit Plans, Eligibility Notices, Fair Hearing and Appeal Processes, and Premiums and Cost Sharing; Exchanges: Eligibility and Enrollment [CMS-2334-F, RIN 0938-AR04]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Program Integrity: Exchange, SHOP, and Eligibility Appeals[CMS-9957-F, RIN 0938-AR82]. Multi-State Plan Program on the Health Insurance Marketplace OPM Plan. Federally Facilitated Marketplace Enrollment Operational Policy & Guidance, CMS, October 3, 2013. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Program Integrity: Exchange, Premium Stabilization Programs, and Market Standards; Amendments to the HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014 [RIN 0938AR82; RIN 0938AR74]. Final Rule: Federal Employees Health Benefits Program and Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program: Expanding Coverage of Children; Federal Flexible Benefits Plan: Pre-Tax Payment of Health Benefits Premiums: Conforming Amendments [RIN 3206AM55]. Correcting Amendment: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014 [CMS9964F3, RIN0938AR51].Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2015 [RIN 0938AR89, CMS9954P]. Notice of Effective Date: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of the Multi-State Plan Program for the Affordable Insurance Exchanges; Announcement. Interim Final Rule with Comment: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Maximizing January 1, 2014 Coverage Opportunities [RIN 0938AS17, CMS9945IFC]. Guidance: Options Available for Consumers with Cancelled Policies. Final Rule; Correction: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Program Integrity: Exchange, Premium Stabilization Programs, and Market Standards; Amendments to the HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014 Correction [RIN 0938AR82; RIN 0938AR74], [CMS9957CN; 9964CN]. Report: Income Verifications for Advanced Premium Tax Credits Report. H.R. 3367: To amend section 9010 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to delay the application of the health insurance provider annual fee until 2016 and to provide a process to return to consumers any amounts attributable to the expected application of the annual fee to 2014 or 2015. HR4302 Protecting Access To Medicare Act of 2014, section 213: Elimination of limitation and deductibles for employer-sponsored health plans. Final Rule: Ninety-Day Waiting Period Limitation and Technical Amendments to Certain Health Coverage Requirements Under the Affordable Care Act [RIN 1545BL50, RIN 1210AB56, RIN 0938AR77] Proposed Rule: Ninety-Day Waiting Period Limitation [RIN 1545BL97, RIN 1210AB61, RIN 0938AR77] S. 2546, Auto Enroll Repeal Act [CMS-9949-F], RIN 0938-AS02 Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange and Insurance Market Standards for 2015 and Beyond RIN 1545BL97, RIN 1210AB61, RIN 0938AR77 Final Rule: Ninety-Day Waiting Period Limitation

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. Proposed Rule and Request for Comments regarding wage methodology for the Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment H-2B Program, Labor: RIN 1205-AB61. Executive Order 13563 as it relates to RIN1205-AB69.Notice of Proposed Rule, "Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment of H-2B Aliens in the United States (RIN 1205-AB58)." S.744 Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act. H.R.1772 The Legal Workforce Act. H.R. 1354 Jobs Originating through Launching Travel Act (JOLT Act).

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring. Dept. of Education Proposed Rule regarding Program Integrity: Gainful Employment (ED-2010-OPE-0012).

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (P.L. 111-353). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling.Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Monitor Title IV on nutrition program of Farm Bill. H.R. 1947, the Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013. H.Amdt 228 to HR 1947 Dairy Amendment. H.Amdt 213 to HR 1947 Olive Oil amendment. H.R. 1947, Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013, committee amendments related to catfish inspection, dairy supply management provisions, and olive oil import restrictions. H.R. 2642, Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013 Monitor federal issues related to sequestration of USDA inspectors. S. 954, Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013. H.R. 4800, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitor the implementation of Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, (P.L. 111-2). Proposed Rule and Request for Comments: Proposed Rules Governing Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act - CRIN 3142 - AAOD.Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act; Interpretation of the "Advice" Exemption, RIN1245-AA03. Monitor Federal case: the United States Court of Appeals District of Columbia Circuit, National Association of Manufacturers & Coalition for a Democratic Workplace versus National Labor Relations Board. Proposed Rule, RIN 1215-AB79; RIN 1245 - AA03, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act, Interpretation of the "Advice Exemption." EEOC Enforcement Guidance (No. 915.002) Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Interim Final Rule: Procedures for the Handling of Retaliation Complaints Under Section 1558 of the Affordable Care Act Insurance Issuers Relating to Coverage of Preventive Services [OSHA-2011-0193], [RIN 12158-AC79]. H.R. 1120, S. 850 Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act. H.R. 1010, S. 460, Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. S. 1737, Minimum Wage Fairness Act Technical Release 2013-02: Guidance of the notice to employees of coverage options under FLSA 18B and Updated Model Election Notice Under COBRA. H.R. 2347 Representation Fairness Restoration Act. Notice: Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Notice to Employees of Coverage Options Under Fair Labor Standards Act Section 18B [OMB Control Number 1210-0149]. Notice: Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Affordable Care Act Grandfathered Health Plan Disclosure, Recordkeeping Requirement, and Change in Carrier Disclosure [OMB Control Number: 12100140]. Monitoring Workforce Investment Act reauthorization (SKILLS ACT) H.R. 4320 Workforce Democracy & Fairness Act H.R. 4321 Employee Privacy Protection Act Notice: Fringe benefits for the fast food industry under the Service Contract Act Executive Order February 12, 2014, Minimum Wage for Contractors HR803 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act RIN 1235-AA10 Establishing Minimum Wage for Contractors (29 CPR Part 10) March 2014 Presidential Memorandum to Sec. of Labor to consider revisions to the FLSAs main regulations re an exemption from minimum wage and overtime.

Monitor Data Security & Cyber Security Legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payments marketplace. H.R. 1468 SECURE IT. S. 1193 Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2013.Monitor the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (P.L. 111-203) and Sec. 920 related to debit card fee reforms. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules. Monitor issues related to payroll cards. S.1927 Data Security Act of 2014. S.1976 Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2014. S.1897 Personal Data Privacy and Security Act of 2014.

Monitor agency compliance with respect to the Regulatory Flexibility Act, P.L. 96-354.

Monitor agency compliance with respect to the Regulatory Flexibility Act, P.L. 96-354.

Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, [CRT Docket No. 110] RIN 1190-AA61, Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability; Accessibility of Web Information and Services of State and Local Government Entities and Public Accommodations. Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking [CRT Docket No. 113] RIN 1190-AA64, Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by State and Local Governments and Places of Public Accommodations, Equipment and Furniture. Concerns over Patent Troll lawsuits.Monitor draft legislation related to ADA Advance Notice. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to Patent Trolls and Patent Assertion Entities. H.R. 3309, the Innovation Act H.R. 3540, Demand Letter Transparency Act of 2013. S. 1720, The Patent Transparency and Improvements Act of 2013. Patent litigation reforms. S. 1013 Patent Abuse Reduction Act. H.R. 2639 Patent Litigation and Innovation Act. H.R. 845 Shield Act. S.2049 Transparency in Assertion of Patents Act.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (P.L. 111-353). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling.Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Monitor Title IV on nutrition program of Farm Bill. H.R. 1947, the Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013. H.Amdt 228 to HR 1947 Dairy Amendment. H.Amdt 213 to HR 1947 Olive Oil amendment. H.R. 1947, Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013, committee amendments related to catfish inspection, dairy supply management provisions, and olive oil import restrictions. H.R. 2642, Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013 Monitor federal issues related to sequestration of USDA inspectors. S. 954, Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013.

S. AMDT 144 to S.Con.Res.8, Senate Budget Resolution: To establish a deficit-neutral reserve fund to restore a sensible definition of full-time employee for purposes of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. S. AMDT 229 to S. Con. Res. 8, Senate Budget Resolution: To repeal the 30 hour weekly work requirement for purposes of determining a full-time employee under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Public Law 111-148).S. AMDT 230 to S. Con. Res. 8, Senate Budget Resolution: To define a large employer for purposes of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Public Law 111-148) as an employer with 50 or more employees rather than considering full-time equivalent employees for such purposes.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Health-Care Related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, (P.L. 111-152).H.R. 1249, S. 1756 Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act. H.R. 903, S. 399, The American Job Protection Act. H.R. 763 To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. S. 603 The Jobs & Premium Protection Act. H.R. 1254, Auto Enroll Repeal Act. Proposed Rule: Medicaid, Childrens Health Insurance Programs, and Exchanges: Essential Health Benefits in Alternative Benefit Plans, Eligibility Notices, Fair Hearing and Appeal Processes for Medicaid and Exchange Eligibility Appeals and Other Provisions Related to Eligibility and Enrollment for Exchanges, Medicaid and CHIP, and Medicaid Premiums and Cost Sharing [RIN 0938-AR04] [CMS-2334-P]. FAQs about Affordable Care Act Implementation Part XI (January 24, 2013). HHS seeks public comment on the new single, streamlined application for health insurance and the SHOP applications, draft dated 1/16/2013. Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions: Eligibility for Exemptions; Miscellaneous Minimum Essential Coverage Provisions [RIN 0938-AR68]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Standards Related to Essential Health Benefits, Actuarial Value, and Accreditation [RIN 0938-AR03], [CMS-9980-F]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Health Insurance Market Rules; Rate Review [RIN 0938-AR40], [CMS-9972-F]. Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans; Small Business Health Options Program [CMS-9964-P2], [RIN 0938-AR76]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of the Multi-State Plan Program for the Affordable Insurance Exchanges [RIN 3206-AM47]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014 and Amendments to the HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014; Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans; Small Business Health Options Program [CMS-9964-F], [RIN 0938-AR51]. Proposed Rule: Ninety-Day Waiting Period Limitation and Technical Amendments to Certain Health Coverage Requirements Under the Affordable Care Act [REG-122706-12, RIN 1545-BL50], [RIN1210-AB56], [CMS-9952-P, RIN 0938-AR77]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchange and Qualified Health Plans; Small Business Health Options Program [CMS-9964 - F2, RIN 0938-AR76]. Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Program Integrity: Exchange, SHOP, Premium Stabilization Programs, and Market Standards [CMS - 9957-b, RIN 0938-AR82]. H.R.45 To repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and health care-related provisions in the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions: Eligibility for Exemptions; Miscellaneous Minimum Essential Coverage Provisions [CMS-9958-F, RIN 0938-AR68]. Final Rule: Medicaid and Childrens Health Insurance Programs: Essential Health Benefits in Alternative Benefit Plans, Eligibility Notices, Fair Hearing and Appeal Processes, and Premiums and Cost Sharing; Exchanges: Eligibility and Enrollment [CMS-2334-F, RIN 0938-AR04]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Program Integrity: Exchange, SHOP, and Eligibility Appeals[CMS-9957-F, RIN 0938-AR82]. Multi-State Plan Program on the Health Insurance Marketplace OPM Plan. Federally Facilitated Marketplace Enrollment Operational Policy & Guidance, CMS, October 3, 2013. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Program Integrity: Exchange, Premium Stabilization Programs, and Market Standards; Amendments to the HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014 [RIN 0938AR82; RIN 0938AR74]. Final Rule: Federal Employees Health Benefits Program and Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program: Expanding Coverage of Children; Federal Flexible Benefits Plan: Pre-Tax Payment of Health Benefits Premiums: Conforming Amendments [RIN 3206AM55]. Correcting Amendment: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014 [CMS9964F3, RIN0938AR51].Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2015 [RIN 0938AR89, CMS9954P]. Notice of Effective Date: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of the Multi-State Plan Program for the Affordable Insurance Exchanges; Announcement. Interim Final Rule with Comment: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Maximizing January 1, 2014 Coverage Opportunities [RIN 0938AS17, CMS9945IFC]. Guidance: Options Available for Consumers with Cancelled Policies. Final Rule; Correction: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Program Integrity: Exchange, Premium Stabilization Programs, and Market Standards; Amendments to the HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014 Correction [RIN 0938AR82; RIN 0938AR74], [CMS9957CN; 9964CN]. Report: Income Verifications for Advanced Premium Tax Credits Report. H.R. 3367: To amend section 9010 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act to delay the application of the health insurance provider annual fee until 2016 and to provide a process to return to consumers any amounts attributable to the expected application of the annual fee to 2014 or 2015. HR4302 Protecting Access To Medicare Act of 2014, section 213: Elimination of limitation and deductibles for employer-sponsored health plans. Final Rule: Ninety-Day Waiting Period Limitation and Technical Amendments to Certain Health Coverage Requirements Under the Affordable Care Act [RIN 1545BL50, RIN 1210AB56, RIN 0938AR77] Proposed Rule: Ninety-Day Waiting Period Limitation [RIN 1545BL97, RIN 1210AB61, RIN 0938AR77]

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity, and ethanol prices. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. H.R. 1462 The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act of 2013.H.R. 875, a bill to provide for a comprehensive assessment of the scientific and technical research on the implications of the use of mid-level ethanol blends, and for other purposes. H.R. 3 The Northern Route Approval Act. H.R. 1461 The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act. S.1195 The Renewable Fuel Standard Repeal Act. S. 761, the Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act. Monitor Department of Energy proposed rules on energy efficiency. S. 1807, the Corn Ethanol Mandate Elimination Act

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. Proposed Rule and Request for Comments regarding wage methodology for the Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment H-2B Program, Labor: RIN 1205-AB61. Executive Order 13563 as it relates to RIN1205-AB69.Notice of Proposed Rule, "Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment of H-2B Aliens in the United States (RIN 1205-AB58)." S.744 Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act. H.R.1772 The Legal Workforce Act. H.R. 1354 Jobs Originating through Launching Travel Act (JOLT Act).

Monitor Data Security & Cyber Security Legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payments marketplace. H.R. 1468 SECURE IT. S. 1193 Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2013.Monitor the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (P.L. 111-203) and Sec. 920 related to debit card fee reforms. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules. Monitor issues related to payroll cards. S.1927 Data Security Act of 2014. S.1976 Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2014. S.1897 Personal Data Privacy and Security Act of 2014.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitor the implementation of Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, (P.L. 111-2). Proposed Rule and Request for Comments: Proposed Rules Governing Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act - CRIN 3142 - AAOD.Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act; Interpretation of the "Advice" Exemption, RIN1245-AA03. Monitor Federal case: the United States Court of Appeals District of Columbia Circuit, National Association of Manufacturers & Coalition for a Democratic Workplace versus National Labor Relations Board. Proposed Rule, RIN 1215-AB79; RIN 1245 - AA03, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act, Interpretation of the "Advice Exemption." EEOC Enforcement Guidance (No. 915.002) Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Interim Final Rule: Procedures for the Handling of Retaliation Complaints Under Section 1558 of the Affordable Care Act Insurance Issuers Relating to Coverage of Preventive Services [OSHA-2011-0193], [RIN 12158-AC79]. H.R. 1120, S. 850 Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act. H.R. 1010, S. 460, Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. S. 1737, Minimum Wage Fairness Act Technical Release 2013-02: Guidance of the notice to employees of coverage options under FLSA 18B and Updated Model Election Notice Under COBRA. H.R. 2347 Representation Fairness Restoration Act. Notice: Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Notice to Employees of Coverage Options Under Fair Labor Standards Act Section 18B [OMB Control Number 1210-0149]. Notice: Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Affordable Care Act Grandfathered Health Plan Disclosure, Recordkeeping Requirement, and Change in Carrier Disclosure [OMB Control Number: 12100140]. Monitoring Workforce Investment Act reauthorization (SKILLS ACT) H.R. 4320 Workforce Democracy & Fairness Act H.R. 4321 Employee Privacy Protection Act Notice: Fringe benefits for the fast food industry under the Service Contract Act Executive Order February 12, 2014, Minimum Wage for Contractors

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (P.L. 111-353). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling.Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Monitor Title IV on nutrition program of Farm Bill. H.R. 1947, the Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013. H.Amdt 228 to HR 1947 Dairy Amendment. H.Amdt 213 to HR 1947 Olive Oil amendment. H.R. 1947, Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013, committee amendments related to catfish inspection, dairy supply management provisions, and olive oil import restrictions. H.R. 2642, Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013 Monitor federal issues related to sequestration of USDA inspectors. S. 954, Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitor the implementation of Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, (P.L. 111-2). Proposed Rule and Request for Comments: Proposed Rules Governing Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act - CRIN 3142 - AAOD.Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act; Interpretation of the "Advice" Exemption, RIN1245-AA03. Monitor Federal case: the United States Court of Appeals District of Columbia Circuit, National Association of Manufacturers & Coalition for a Democratic Workplace versus National Labor Relations Board. Proposed Rule, RIN 1215-AB79; RIN 1245 - AA03, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act, Interpretation of the "Advice Exemption." EEOC Enforcement Guidance (No. 915.002) Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Interim Final Rule: Procedures for the Handling of Retaliation Complaints Under Section 1558 of the Affordable Care Act Insurance Issuers Relating to Coverage of Preventive Services [OSHA-2011-0193], [RIN 12158-AC79]. H.R. 1120, Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act. S. 850, Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act. H.R. 803, SKILLS ACT. H.R. 1010, S. 460, Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. Technical Release 2013-02: Guidance of the notice to employees of coverage options under FLSA 18B and Updated Model Election Notice Under COBRA. H.R. 2347 Representation Fairness Restoration Act. Notice: Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Notice to Employees of Coverage Options Under Fair Labor Standards Act Section 18B [OMB Control Number 1210-0149]. Notice: Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Affordable Care Act Grandfathered Health Plan Disclosure, Recordkeeping Requirement, and Change in Carrier Disclosure [OMB Control Number: 12100140].

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. Proposed Rule and Request for Comments regarding wage methodology for the Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment H-2B Program, Labor: RIN 1205-AB61. Executive Order 13563 as it relates to RIN1205-AB69.Notice of Proposed Rule, "Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment of H-2B Aliens in the United States (RIN 1205-AB58)." S.744 Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act. H.R.1772 The Legal Workforce Act. H.R. 1354 Jobs Originating through Launching Travel Act (JOLT Act).

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to countervailing duty determinations for Gulf Shrimp.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring. Dept. of Education Proposed Rule regarding Program Integrity: Gainful Employment (ED-2010-OPE-0012).

Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, [CRT Docket No. 110] RIN 1190-AA61, Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability; Accessibility of Web Information and Services of State and Local Government Entities and Public Accommodations. Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking [CRT Docket No. 113] RIN 1190-AA64, Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by State and Local Governments and Places of Public Accommodations, Equipment and Furniture. Concerns over Patent Troll lawsuits.Monitor draft legislation related to ADA Advance Notice. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to Patent Trolls and Patent Assertion Entities. H.R. 3309, the Innovation Act H.R. 3540, Demand Letter Transparency Act of 2013. S. 1720, The Patent Transparency and Improvements Act of 2013. Patent litigation reforms. S. 1013 Patent Abuse Reduction Act. H.R. 2639 Patent Litigation and Innovation Act. H.R. 845 Shield Act.

Monitor Data Security & Cyber Security Legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payments marketplace. H.R. 1468 SECURE IT. S. 1193 Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2013.Monitor the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (P.L. 111-203) and Sec. 920 related to debit card fee reforms. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules. Monitor issues related to payroll cards.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity, and ethanol prices. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. H.R. 1462 The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act of 2013.H.R. 875, a bill to provide for a comprehensive assessment of the scientific and technical research on the implications of the use of mid-level ethanol blends, and for other purposes. H.R. 3 The Northern Route Approval Act. H.R. 1461 The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act. H.R. 1462, The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act. S.1195 The Renewable Fuel Standard Repeal Act. S. 761, the Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act. Monitor Department of Energy proposed rules on energy efficiency. S. 1807, the Corn Ethanol Mandate Elimination Act

S.749 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property. Monitor draft legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment.Monitor federal issues related to general tax reform. Monitor federal issues related to corporate tax reform. Proposed Rule: Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage (Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service), RIN 1545-BL33 [REG-138006-12]. H.R. 763, S. 603, The Job & Premium Protection Act to repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. H.R. 903, S. 399, The American Job Protection Act Monitor the implementation of the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (P.L. 112-240). Final Rule: Health Insurance Premium Tax Credit [RIN 1545-BL49]. NPRM and Notice of Hearing: Shared Responsibility Payment for Not Maintaining Minimum Essential Coverage [RIN 1545-BL36], [REG-148500-12]. Proposed Rule and Notice of Public Hearing: Health Insurance Providers Fee [REG-118315-12], [RIN 1545-BL20] Correction to Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Notice of Hearing: Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage; Correction [REG-138006-12], [RIN 1545-BL23]. Proposed Rule: Ninety-Day Waiting Period Limitation and Technical Amendments to Certain Health Coverage Requirements Under the Affordable Care Act [REG-122706-12, RIN 1545-BL50], [RIN1210-AB56], [CMS-9952-P, RIN 0938-AR77]. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Minimum Value of Eligble Employer-Sponsored Plans and Other Rules Regarding the Health Insurance Tax Credit [REG - 125398-12, RIN 1545-BL43]. Final Rule: Incentives for Nondiscriminatory Wellness Programs in Group Health Plans [RIN 1545-BL07, RIN 1210-A-B55, CMS-9979-F/RIN 0938-AR48]. Notice 2013-42: Transition Relief for Employers and Related Individuals Eligible to Enroll in Eligible Employer-Sponored Health Plans for Non-Calendar Plan Years that Begin in 2013 and End in 2014. H.R. 2429, S.1183 The Death Tax Repeal Act of 2013. H.R. 2575 Save American Workers Act of 2013. S.1188 Forty Hours Is Full Time Act of 2013. S.701 Forty Hours Is Full Time Act of 2013. H.R. 2988, Forty Hours is Full Time Act of 2013. Notice 2013-41: Eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage for Purposes of the Premium Tax Credit. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Information Reporting for Affordable Insurance Exchanges [REG-140789-12, RIN 1545-BL42]. Notice 2013-45: Transition Relief for 2014 Under 6055 (6055 Information Reporting), 6056 (6056 Information Reporting) and 4980H (Employer Shared Responsibility Provisions). Final Rule: Regulations Pertaining to the Disclosure of Return Information To Carry Out Eligibility Requirements for Health Insurance Affordability Programs [RIN 1545BK87}. Proposed Rule: Tax Credit for Employee Health Insurance Expenses of Small Employers [REG-113792-13, RIN 1545-BL55] Final Regulations: Shared Responsibility Payment for Not Maintaining Minimum Essential Coverage [TD 9632, RIN 1545-BL36]. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Notice of Hearing: Information Reporting of Minimum Essential Coverage [REG-132455-11, RIN 1545-BL31]. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Notice of Public Hearing: Information Reporting by Applicable Large Employers on Health Insurance Coverage Offered Under Employer-Sponsored Plans [REG-136630-12, RIN 1545-BL26]. Notice 2013-54: Application of Market Reform and other Provisions of the Affordable Care Act to HRAs, Health FSAs, and Certain other Employer Healthcare Arrangements. Notice 2013-71: Modification of Use-or-Lose Rule For Health Flexible Spending Arrangements (FSAs) and Clarification Regarding 2013-2014 Non-Calendar Year Salary Reduction Elections Under 125 Cafeteria Plans. Final Rule: Health Insurance Providers Fee [RIN 1545BL20, TD 9643]. Final Rule: Rules Relating to Additional Medicare Tax [RIN 1545BK54, TD 9645]. Final Rule: Net Investment Income Tax [RIN 1545BK44, TD 9644]. Notice 2014-06: Section 45R Transition Relief with Respect to the Tax Credit for Employee Health Insurance Expenses of Certain Small Employers. Notice 2014-1: Sections 125 and 223 Cafeteria Plans, Flexible Spending Arrangements, and Health Savings Accounts Elections and Reimbursements for Same-Sex Spouses Following the Windsor Supreme Court Decision.Proposed Rule: Amendments to Excepted Benefits [RIN 1545BL90, REG14317213], [RIN 1210AB60], [RIN 0938AS16, CMS9946P]. Correcting Amendment: Shared Responsibility Payment for Not Maintaining Minimum Essential Coverage; Correction [RIN 1545BL36, TD 9632]. IRS clarification of tips vs. service charges. Rev. Rul. 2012-18. S.1395 - Good Samaritan Hunger Relief Tax Incentive Extension Act of 2013. H.R.2945 - To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend and expand the charitable deduction for contributions of food inventory.

S. AMDT 144 to S.Con.Res.8, Senate Budget Resolution: To establish a deficit-neutral reserve fund to restore a sensible definition of full-time employee for purposes of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. S. AMDT 229 to S. Con. Res. 8, Senate Budget Resolution: To repeal the 30 hour weekly work requirement for purposes of determining a full-time employee under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Public Law 111-148).S. AMDT 230 to S. Con. Res. 8, Senate Budget Resolution: To define a large employer for purposes of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Public Law 111-148) as an employer with 50 or more employees rather than considering full-time equivalent employees for such purposes.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitor the implementation of Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, (P.L. 111-2). Proposed Rule and Request for Comments: Proposed Rules Governing Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act - CRIN 3142 - AAOD.Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act; Interpretation of the "Advice" Exemption, RIN1245-AA03. Monitor Federal case: the United States Court of Appeals District of Columbia Circuit, National Association of Manufacturers & Coalition for a Democratic Workplace versus National Labor Relations Board. Proposed Rule, RIN 1215-AB79; RIN 1245 - AA03, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act, Interpretation of the "Advice Exemption." EEOC Enforcement Guidance (No. 915.002) Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Interim Final Rule: Procedures for the Handling of Retaliation Complaints Under Section 1558 of the Affordable Care Act Insurance Issuers Relating to Coverage of Preventive Services [OSHA-2011-0193], [RIN 12158-AC79]. H.R. 1120, Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act. S. 850, Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act H.R. 803, SKILLS ACT. H.R. 1406, The Working Families Flexibility Act. H.R. 1010, S. 460, Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. Technical Release 2013-02: Guidance of the notice to employees of coverage options under FLSA 18B and Updated Model Election Notice Under COBRA. H.R. 2347 Representation Fairness Restoration Act. H.R. 1406 Working Families Flexibility Act of 2013.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (P.L. 111-353). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling.Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Monitor Title IV on nutrition program of Farm Bill. H.R. 1947, the Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013. H.Amdt 228 to HR 1947 Dairy Amendment. H.Amdt 213 to HR 1947 Olive Oil amendment. H.R. 1947, Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013, committee amendments related to catfish inspection, dairy supply management provisions, and olive oil import restrictions. Monitor federal issues related to sequestration of USDA inspectors. S. 954, Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Health-Care Related Tax. Credits, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, (P.L. 111-152).H.R. 1249, Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act. H.R. 903, S. 399, The American Job Protection Act. H.R. 763, S. 603 The Job & Premium Protection Act. H.R. 1254, Auto Enroll Repeal Act. Proposed Rule: Medicaid, Childrens Health Insurance Programs, and Exchanges: Essential Health Benefits in Alternative Benefit Plans, Eligibility Notices, Fair Hearing and Appeal Processes for Medicaid and Exchange Eligibility Appeals and Other Provisions Related to Eligibility and Enrollment for Exchanges, Medicaid and CHIP, and Medicaid Premiums and Cost Sharing [RIN 0938-AR04] [CMS-2334-P]. FAQs about Affordable Care Act Implementation Part XI (January 24, 2013). HHS seeks public comment on the new single, streamlined application for health insurance and the SHOP applications, draft dated 1/16/2013. Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions: Eligibility for Exemptions; Miscellaneous Minimum Essential Coverage Provisions [RIN 0938-AR68]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Standards Related to Essential Health Benefits, Actuarial Value, and Accreditation [RIN 0938-AR03], [CMS-9980-F]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Health Insurance Market Rules; Rate Review [RIN 0938-AR40], [CMS-9972-F]. Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans; Small Business Health Options Program [CMS-9964-P2], [RIN 0938-AR76]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of the Multi-State Plan Program for the Affordable Insurance Exchanges [RIN 3206-AM47]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014 and Amendments to the HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014; Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans; Small Business Health Options Program [CMS-9964-F], [RIN 0938-AR51]. Proposed Rule: Ninety-Day Waiting Period Limitation and Technical Amendments to Certain Health Coverage Requirements Under the Affordable Care Act [REG-122706-12, RIN 1545-BL50], [RIN1210-AB56], [CMS-9952-P, RIN 0938-AR77]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchange and Qualified Health Plans; Small Business Health Options Program [CMS-9964 - F2, RIN 0938-AR76]. Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Program Integrity: Exchange, SHOP, Premium Stabilization Programs, and Market Standards [CMS - 9957-b, RIN 0938-AR82]. H.R.45 To repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and health care-related provisions in the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions: Eligibility for Exemptions; Miscellaneous Minimum Essential Coverage Provisions [CMS-9958-F, RIN 0938-AR68]. Final Rule: Medicaid and Childrens Health Insurance Programs: Essential Health Benefits in Alternative Benefit Plans, Eligibility Notices, Fair Hearing and Appeal Processes, and Premiums and Cost Sharing; Exchanges: Eligibility and Enrollment [CMS-2334-F, RIN 0938-AR04]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Program Integrity: Exchange, SHOP, and Eligibility Appeals[CMS-9957-F, RIN 0938-AR82].

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to countervailing duty determinations for Gulf Shrimp.

Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, [CRT Docket No. 110] RIN 1190-AA61, Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability; Accessibility of Web Information and Services of State and Local Government Entities and Public Accommodations. Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking [CRT Docket No. 113] RIN 1190-AA64, Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability by State and Local Governments and Places of Public Accommodations, Equipment and Furniture. Concerns over Patent Troll lawsuits.Monitor draft legislation related to ADA Advance Notice. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to Patent Trolls and Patent Assertion Entities.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity, and ethanol prices. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. H.R. 1462 The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act of 2013.H.R. 875, a bill to provide for a comprehensive assessment of the scientific and technical research on the implications of the use of mid-level ethanol blends, and for other purposes. H.R. 3 The Northern Route Approval Act. H.R. 1461 The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act. H.R. 1462, The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act. S.1195 The Renewable Fuel Standard Repeal Act. S. 761, the Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act. Monitor Department of Energy proposed rules on energy efficiency.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring. Dept. of Education Proposed Rule regarding Program Integrity: Gainful Employment (ED-2010-OPE-0012).

Monitor Data Security & Cyber Security Legislation and working drafts. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payments marketplace. H.R. 1468 SECURE IT. S. 1193 Data Security and Breach Notification Act of 2013.Monitor the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (P.L. 111-203) and Sec. 920 related to debit card fee reforms. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules. Monitor issues related to payroll cards.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitor the implementation of Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, (P.L. 111-2). Proposed Rule and Request for Comments: Proposed Rules Governing Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act - CRIN 3142 - AAOD.Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act; Interpretation of the "Advice" Exemption, RIN1245-AA03. Monitor Federal case: the United States Court of Appeals District of Columbia Circuit, National Association of Manufacturers & Coalition for a Democratic Workplace versus National Labor Relations Board. Proposed Rule, RIN 1215-AB79; RIN 1245 - AA03, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act, Interpretation of the "Advice Exemption." EEOC Enforcement Guidance (No. 915.002) Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Interim Final Rule: Procedures for the Handling of Retaliation Complaints Under Section 1558 of the Affordable Care Act Insurance Issuers Relating to Coverage of Preventive Services [OSHA-2011-0193], [RIN 12158-AC79]. H.R. 1120: Preventing Greater Uncertainty in Labor-Management Relations Act. H.R. 803, SKILLS ACT. H.R. 1406, The Working Families Flexibility Act. H.R. 1010, S. 460, Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2013. Technical Release 2013-02: Guidance of the notice to employees of coverage options under FLSA 18B and Updated Model Election Notice Under COBRA. H.R. 2347 Representation Fairness Restoration Act. H.R. 1406 Working Families Flexibility Act of 2013.

Monitor Internet Corporation of Assigned Names & Numbers; roll out of new generic Top Level Domain.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (P.L. 111-353). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to menu labeling.Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including Farm Bill legislation. Monitor Title IV on nutrition program of Farm Bill. H.R. 1947, the Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013. H.Amdt 228 to HR 1947 Dairy Amendment. H.Amdt 213 to HR 1947 Olive Oil amendment. H.R. 1947, Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act of 2013, committee amendments related to catfish inspection, dairy supply management provisions, and olive oil import restrictions. Monitor federal issues related to sequestration of USDA inspectors. S. 954, Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act of 2013

S.749 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property. Monitor draft legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment.Monitor federal issues related to general tax reform. Monitor federal issues related to corporate tax reform. Proposed Rule: Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage (Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service), RIN 1545-BL33 [REG-138006-12]. H.R. 763, S. 603, The Job & Premium Protection Act to repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. H.R. 903, S. 399, The American Job Protection Act Monitor the implementation of the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (P.L. 112-240). Final Rule: Health Insurance Premium Tax Credit [RIN 1545-BL49]. NPRM and Notice of Hearing: Shared Responsibility Payment for Not Maintaining Minimum Essential Coverage [RIN 1545-BL36], [REG-148500-12] Proposed Rule and Notice of Public Hearing: Health Insurance Providers Fee [REG-118315-12], [RIN 1545-BL20] Correction to Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Notice of Hearing: Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage; Correction [REG-138006-12], [RIN 1545-BL23] Proposed Rule: Ninety-Day Waiting Period Limitation and Technical Amendments to Certain Health Coverage Requirements Under the Affordable Care Act [REG-122706-12, RIN 1545-BL50], [RIN1210-AB56], [CMS-9952-P, RIN 0938-AR77] Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Minimum Value of Eligble Employer-Sponsored Plans and Other Rules Regarding the Health Insurance Tax Credit [REG - 125398-12, RIN 1545-BL43] Final Rule: Incentives for Nondiscriminatory Wellness Programs in Group Health Plans [RIN 1545-BL07, RIN 1210-A-B55, CMS-9979-F/RIN 0938-AR48] Notice 2013-42: Transition Releif for Employers and Related Individuals Eligible to Enroll in Eligble Employer-Sponored Health Plans for Non-Calendar Plan Years that Begin in 2013 and End in 2014. H.R. 2429, S.1183 The Death Tax Repeal Act of 2013 H.R. 2575 Save American Workers Act of 2013 S.1188 Forty Hours Is Full Time Act of 2013 S.701 Forty Hours Is Full Time Act of 2013

S. AMDT 144 to S.Con.Res.8, Senate Budget Resolution: To establish a deficit-neutral reserve fund to restore a sensible definition of full-time employee for purposes of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. S.A. 229 to S. Con. Res. 8, Senate Budget Resolution: To repeal the 30 hour weekly work requirement for purposes of determining a full-time employee under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Public Law 111-148).S.A. 230 to S. Con. Res. 8, Senate Budget Resolution: To define a large employer for purposes of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Public Law 111-148) as an employer with 50 or more employees rather than considering full-time equivalent employees for such purposes.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring. Dept. of Education Proposed Rule regarding Program Integrity: Gainful Employment (ED-2010-OPE-0012).

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity, and ethanol prices. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. H.R. 1462 The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act of 2013H.R. 875, a bill to provide for a comprehensive assessment of the scientific and technical research on the implications of the use of mid-level ethanol blends, and for other purposes. H.R. 3 The Northern Route Approval Act H.R. 1461 The Renewable Fuel Standard Elimination Act S.1195 The Renewable Fuel Standard Repeal Act

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Health-Care Related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, (P.L. 111-152).H.R. 1249, Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act. H.R. 903, S. 399, The American Job Protection Act. H.R. 763, S. 603 The Job & Premium Protection Act. H.R. 1254, Auto Enroll Repeal Act. Proposed Rule: Medicaid, Childrens Health Insurance Programs, and Exchanges: Essential Health Benefits in Alternative Benefit Plans, Eligibility Notices, Fair Hearing and Appeal Processes for Medicaid and Exchange Eligibility Appeals and Other Provisions Related to Eligibility and Enrollment for Exchanges, Medicaid and CHIP, and Medicaid Premiums and Cost Sharing [RIN 0938-AR04] [CMS-2334-P]. FAQs about Affordable Care Act Implementation Part XI (January 24, 2013). HHS seeks public comment on the new single, streamlined application for health insurance and the SHOP applications, draft dated 1/16/2013. Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions: Eligibility for Exemptions; Miscellaneous Minimum Essential Coverage Provisions [RIN 0938-AR68]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Standards Related to Essential Health Benefits, Actuarial Value, and Accreditation [RIN 0938-AR03], [CMS-9980-F]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Health Insurance Market Rules; Rate Review [RIN 0938-AR40], [CMS-9972-F]. Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans; Small Business Health Options Program [CMS-9964-P2], [RIN 0938-AR76]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of the Multi-State Plan Program for the Affordable Insurance Exchanges [RIN 3206-AM47]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014 and Amendments to the HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014; Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans; Small Business Health Options Program [CMS-9964-F], [RIN 0938-AR51]. Proposed Rule: Ninety-Day Waiting Period Limitation and Technical Amendments to Certain Health Coverage Requirements Under the Affordable Care Act [REG-122706-12, RIN 1545-BL50], [RIN1210-AB56], [CMS-9952-P, RIN 0938-AR77]. Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchange and Qualified Health Plans; Small Business Health Options Program [CMS-9964 - F2, RIN 0938-AR76]. Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Program Integrity: Exchange, SHOP, Premium Stabilization Programs, and Market Standards [CMS - 9957-b, RIN 0938-AR82]. H.R.45 To repeal the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act and health care-related provisions in the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010.

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to countervailing duty determinations for Gulf Shrimp.

U.S./Mexico Suspension Argreement on Tomatoes. Countervailing duty determinations for Gulf Shrimp

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity, and ethanol prices Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency Monitor legislation and federal activity related to environmental issues. Draft Legislation, The Renewable Fuel Standard Reform Act.H.R. 875, a bill to provide for a comprehensive assessment of the scientific and technical research on the implications of the use of mid-level ethanol blends, and for other purposes.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Health-Care Related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, (P.L. 111-152).H.R. 1249, Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act. H.R. 903, S. 399, The American Job Protection Act H.R. 763, S. 603 The Job & Premium Protection Act H.R. 1254, Auto Enroll Repeal Act Proposed Rule: Medicaid, Childrens Health Insurance Programs, and Exchanges: Essential Health Benefits in Alternative Benefit Plans, Eligibility Notices, Fair Hearing and Appeal Processes for Medicaid and Exchange Eligibility Appeals and Other Provisions Related to Eligibility and Enrollment for Exchanges, Medicaid and CHIP, and Medicaid Premiums and Cost Sharing [RIN 0938-AR04] [CMS-2334-P] FAQs about Affordable Care Act Implementation Part XI (January 24, 2013) HHS seeks public comment on the new single, streamlined application for health insurance and the SHOP applications, draft dated 1/16/2013. Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions: Eligibility for Exemptions; Miscellaneous Minimum Essential Coverage Provisions [RIN 0938-AR68] Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Standards Related to Essential Health Benefits, Actuarial Value, and Accreditation [RIN 0938-AR03], [CMS-9980-F] Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Health Insurance Market Rules; Rate Review [RIN 0938-AR40], [CMS-9972-F] Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans; Small Business Health Options Program [CMS-9964-P2], [RIN 0938-AR76] Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of the Multi-State Plan Program for the Affordable Insurance Exchanges [RIN 3206-AM47] Final Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014 and Amendments to the HHS Notice of Benefit and Payment Parameters for 2014; Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans; Small Business Health Options Program [CMS-9964-F], [RIN 0938-AR51] Proposed Rule: Ninety-Day Waiting Period Limitation and Technical Amendments to Certain Health Coverage Requirements Under the Affordable Care Act [REG-122706-12, RIN 1545-BL50], [RIN1210-AB56], [CMS-9952-P, RIN 0938-AR77]

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. Proposed Rule and Request for Comments regarding wage methodology for the Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment H-2B Program, Labor: RIN 1205-AB61 Executive Order 13563 as it relates to RIN1205-AB69.Notice of Proposed Rule, "Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment of H-2B Aliens in the United States (RIN 1205-AB58)."

Monitor Data Security & Cyber Security Legislation. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payments marketplace. Development and transparency of prepaid card products. Monitor legislation related to fees and deadlines of gift cards.Monitoring draft legislation on Gift Card Consumer Protection Act. Monitor the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (P.L. 111-203) and Sec. 920 related to debit card fee reforms. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to credit card swipe fees and changes to card network surcharging rules.

Monitoring agency compliance with respect to the Regulatory Flexibility Act

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring. Dept. of Education Proposed Rule regarding Program Integrity: Gainful Employment (ED-2010-OPE-0012).

Monitor Internet Corporation of Assigned Names & Numbers; roll out of new generic Top Level Domain.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296). Monitor the Interagency Working Group on Marketing to Kids - Proposed Guidelines by FTC, FDA, CDC, USDA. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (P.L. 111-353)Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Agriculture Reform including upcoming farm bill legislation.

Monitoring draft legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement quality. Monitoring draft legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment.IRS Notice 2011-36, Request for comments shared Responsibility For Employer Regarding Health Coverage. Monitored federal issues related to general tax reform. Monitored federal issues related to corporate tax reform. Proposed Rule: Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage (Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service), RIN 1545-BL33 [REG-138006-12]. H.R. 763, S. 603, The Job & Premium Protection Act to repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. H.R. 903, S. 399, The American Job Protection Act Monitor the implementation of the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 (P.L. 112-240). Final Rule: Health Insurance Premium Tax Credit [RIN 1545-BL49] NPRM and Notice of Hearing: Shared Responsibility Payment for Not Maintaining Minimum Essential Coverage [RIN 1545-BL36], [REG-148500-12] Proposed Rule and Notice of Public Hearing: Health Insurance Providers Fee [REG-118315-12], [RIN 1545-BL20] Correction to Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and Notice of Hearing: Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage; Correction [REG-138006-12], [RIN 1545-BL23] Proposed Rule: Ninety-Day Waiting Period Limitation and Technical Amendments to Certain Health Coverage Requirements Under the Affordable Care Act [REG-122706-12, RIN 1545-BL50], [RIN1210-AB56], [CMS-9952-P, RIN 0938-AR77]

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. H.R. 2885, Legal Workforce Act. H.R. 2164, Legal Workforce Act. Proposed Rule and Request for comments regarding wage methodology for the Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment H-2B Program, Labor: RIN 1205-AB61 Executive Order 13563 as it relates to RIN1205-AB69. S.952, the Development Relief and Education for Alien Minors Act of 2011. Notice of Proposed Rule, "Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment of H-2B Aliens in the United States (RIN 1205-AB58)." S. 1196, Accountablity Through Electronic Verification Act.

Monitor Internet Corporation of Assigned Names & Numbers; roll out of new generic Top Level Domain.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring. Dept. of Education Proposed Rule regarding Program Integrity: Gainful Employment (ED-2010-OPE-0012).

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Health-Care Related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to uniform application of ERISA mandates. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Workforce Training. Monitor the implementation of the Affordable Health Care for America Act, (P.L. 111-192). Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, (P.L. 111-152). Section 1251 and 10103 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148) regarding grandfathered status-Enzi Amendment to the Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2011 (S.3454) 111th Congress. Interim Final Rule regarding requirements for group health plans and health insurance issues for preexisting condition exclusions, lifetime and annual limits, rescissions, and patient protections. Labor: RIN-1210-AB43, HHS: OCIIO 9994-IFC, IRS: REG-120399-10. Subregulatory guidance for OCIIO Sub-Regulatory Guidance (OOIIO 2010-1): Process for Obtaining Waivers of the Annual Limits Requirements of the Public Health Service Act Section 2711. Request for comments regarding the planning and establishment of the state-level exchanges HHS:OC110-9989-NC. H.R. 2, Repealing the Job-Killing Health Care Law Act. H.R. 5, Help Efficient, Accessible, Low-cost, Timely Healthcare (HEALTH) Act of 2011. H.R. 984, Health Care Waiver Fairness Act of 2011. H.Res. 9, Instructing certain committees to report legislation replacing the job-killing health care law. S. 20, American Job Protection Act. H.R. 1744, American Job Protection Act. H.R. 2206, Auto Enroll Repeal Act. H.R. 1370, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. S. 1880, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. S. 1049, Small Business Health Relief Act of 2011. IRS Notice 2011-36, Request for comments on Shared Responsibility For Employers Regarding Health Coverage (Section 4980H). Proposed Rule, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establisment of Exchanges Qualified Health Plans (RIN-0938-AQ67). Proposed Rule, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions in the Individual Market: Eligibility Determinations; Exchange Standards for Employers (RIN-0938-AR25). Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Summary of Benefits and Coverage and the Uniform Glossary (CMS - 9982 - P). Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions in the Individual Market: Eligibility Determinations; Exchange Standards for Employers (CMS - 9974 - P). Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans (CMS - 9989 - P). Final Rule with Comment Period: Medical Loss Ratio Requirments Under Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (CMS - 9998 - FC) RN: 0938 -AQ71. H.R. 1173, Fiscal Responsibilty and Retirement Security Act of 2011. S. 720, Repeal the CLASS Entitlement Act. S. 312, Patients' Freedom to Choose Act. H.R. 605, Patients' Freedom to Choose Act. H.R. 450, Restoring Assistance for Families' and Seniors' Health Expenses Act of 2011. Notice 2012-17 Frequently Asked Questions From Employers Regarding Automatic Enrollment, Employer Shared Responsibility, and Waiting Periods. Final Rule: Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary. (RIN 0938 - AQ73) Essential Benefits Bulletin Bulletin: Verification of Access to Employer-Sponsored Coverage Bulletin. H.R. 436, Heath Care Cost Reduction Act of 2012. Notice 2012-59: Guidance on 90-day Waiting Period Limitation Under Public Health Service Act. H.R. 6174, Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act. S. 3574, Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act.

H.R. 3010, Regulatory Accountablity Act of 2011. H.R. 527, Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act.

Monitored the Federal Budget Fiscal Year 2012. Monitor the implementation of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act of 2012, P.L. 112-55 H.R. 2434, Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2012 S. 2375, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2013 Monitor the implementation of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2012, (P.L. 112-74). S. 1601 (S. Rpt. 112-85), Department of State, Foreign Operations and related programs Appropriations bill, 2012 (Visa processing)

S. 575, Debit Interchange Fee Study Act of 2011. H.R.1081, Consumers Payment System Protection Act. Draft Debit Interchange Fee Reform Act of 2011. S. 782, Economic Development Revitalization Act of 2011 H.R. 3156, Consumer Debit Card Protection Act. Monitor Data Security & Cyber Security Legislation. Monitor and discuss emerging mobile payments marketplace. Development and transparency of prepaid card products. Monitor legislation related to fees and deadlines of gift cards. Draft legislation, Gift Card Consumer Protection Act.

S. 687, A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement quality. H.R. 1265, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property. H.R. 468, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment. S. 907, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment. H.R. 4, Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act of 2011. S. 18, Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act. S. AMDT.161 to S. 493, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements to payments made to corporations, payments for property and other gross proceeds, and rental property expense payments, and for other purposes. S.AMDT 9 to S.223, To repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements for payments of $600 or more to corporations, and for other purposes. S.AMDT. 309 to S. 493, To repeal the Volumetric Ethanol Excise Tax Credit and tariffs on ethanol. S. 871, Ethanol Subsidy and Tariff Repeal Act H.R. 1370, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. S. 1049, Small Business Health Relief Act of 2011. IRS Notice 2011-36, Request for comments shared Responsibility For Employer Regarding Health Coverage. H.R. 2082, Work Opportunity Credit Improvements Act. Monitored federal issues related to general tax reform. Monitored federal issues related to corporate tax reform. Monitored the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. IRS Notice 2012-9 Interim Guidance on Information Reporting to Employees of the Cost of Their Group Health Insurance Coverage Notice 2012-17 Frequently Asked Questions From Employers Regarding Automatic Enrollment, Employer Shared Responsibility, and Waiting Periods. Notice 2012-31 Minimus Value of an Employer-Sponsored Health Plan. Notice 2012-32 Requests for Comments on Reporting of Health Insurance Coverage. Notice 2012-33 Requests for Comments by Applicable Large Employers on Reporting of Health Insurance Coverage Under Employer Sponsored Plans. H.R. 436, Health Care Cost Reduction Act of 2012. Notice 2012-58: Determining Full-time Employees for Purposes of Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage. Notice 2012-59: Guidance on 90-day Waiting Period Limitation Under Public Health Service Act. Proposed Rule: Shared Responsibility for Employers Regarding Health Coverage (Department of Treasury, Internal Revenue Service), RIN 1545-BL33 [REG-138006-12].

Monitor legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity, and ethanol prices Monitor legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency

U.S./Mexico Suspension Argreement on Tomatoes.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296). Monitor the Interagency Working Group on Marketing to Kids - Proposed Guidelines by FTC, FDA, CDC, USDA. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor the implementation of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, (P.L. 111-353). Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. S. 3240, Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act. H.R. 6083, Federal Agriculture Reform & Risk Management Act of 2012.

Monitor Internet Corporation of Assigned Names & Numbers; roll out of new generic Top Level Domain.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Health-Care Related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to uniform application of ERISA mandates. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Workforce Training. Monitor the implementation of the Affordable Health Care for America Act, (P.L. 111-192). Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, (P.L. 111-152). Section 1251 and 10103 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148) regarding grandfathered status-Enzi Amendment to the Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2011 (S.3454) 111th Congress. Interim Final Rule regarding requirements for group health plans and health insurance issues for preexisting condition exclusions, lifetime and annual limits, rescissions, and patient protections. Labor: RIN-1210-AB43, HHS: OCIIO 9994-IFC, IRS: REG-120399-10. Subregulatory guidance for OCIIO Sub-Regulatory Guidance (OOIIO 2010-1): Process for Obtaining Waivers of the Annual Limits Requirements of the Public Health Service Act Section 2711. Request for comments regarding the planning and establishment of the state-level exchanges HHS:OC110-9989-NC. H.R. 2, Repealing the Job-Killing Health Care Law Act. H.R. 5, Help Efficient, Accessible, Low-cost, Timely Healthcare (HEALTH) Act of 2011. H.R. 984, Health Care Waiver Fairness Act of 2011. H.Res. 9, Instructing certain committees to report legislation replacing the job-killing health care law. S. 20, American Job Protection Act. H.R. 1744, American Job Protection Act. H.R. 2206, Auto Enroll Repeal Act. H.R. 1370, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted in PPACA. S. 1880, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted in PPACA. S. 1049, Small Business Health Relief Act of 2011. IRS Notice 2011-36, Request for comments on Shared Responsibility For Employers Regarding Health Coverage (Section 4980H). Proposed Rule, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establisment of Exchanges Qualified Health Plans (RIN-0938-AQ67). Proposed Rule, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions in the Individual Market: Eligibility Determinations; Exchange Standards for Employers (RIN-0938-AR25). Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Summary of Benefits and Coverage and the Uniform Glossary (CMS - 9982 - P). Essential Benefits Bulletin. Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions in the Individual Market: Eligibility Determinations; Exchange Standards for Employers (CMS - 9974 - P). Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans (CMS - 9989 - P). Final Rule with Comment Period: Medical Loss Ratio Requirments Under Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (CMS - 9998 - FC) RN: 0938 -AQ71. H.R. 1173, Fiscal Responsibilty and Retirement Security Act of 2011. S. 720, Repeal the CLASS Entitlement Act. S. 312, Patients' Freedom to Choose Act. H.R. 605, Patients' Freedom to Choose Act. H.R. 450, Restoring Assistance for Families' and Seniors' Health Expenses Act of 2011. Notice 2012-17 Frequently Asked Questions From Employers Regarding Automatic Enrollment, Employer Shared Responsibility, and Waiting Periods. Final Rule: Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary. (RIN 0938 - AQ73) Essential Benefits Bulletin Bulletin: Verification of Access to Employer-Sponsored Coverage Bulletin. H.R. 436, Heath Care Cost Reduction Act of 2012. Notice 2012-59: Guidance on 90-day Waiting Period Limitation Under Public Health Service Act. H.R. 6174, Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act. S. 3574, Common Sense Nutrition Disclosure Act.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring. Dept. of Education Proposed Rule regarding Program Integrity: Gainful Employment (ED-2010-OPE-0012).

U.S./Mexico Suspension Argreement on Tomatoes.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. H.R. 2885, Legal Workforce Act. H.R. 2164, Legal Workforce Act. Proposed Rule and Request for comments regarding wage methodology for the Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment H-2B Program, Labor: RIN 1205-AB61 Executive Order 13563 as it relates to RIN1205-AB69. S.952, the Development Relief and Education for Alien Minors Act of 2011. Notice of Proposed Rule, "Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment of H-2B Aliens in the United States (RIN 1205-AB58)." S. 1196, Accountablity Through Electronic Verification Act.

Monitored legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity, and ethanol prices Monitored legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency

S. 575, Debit Interchange Fee Study Act of 2011. H.R.1081Consumers Payment System Protection Act. Draft Debit Interchange Fee Reform Act of 2011. S. 782, Economic Development Revitalization Act of 2011 H.R. 3156, Consumer Debit Card Protection Act. Monitor Data Security & Cyber Security Legislation Monitor Mobile Payments

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296). Monitor the Interagency Working Group on Marketing to Kids - Proposed Guidelines by FTC, FDA, CDC, USDA. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor the implementation of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, (P.L. 111-353). Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. S. 3240, Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act. H.R. 6083, Federal Agriculture Reform & Risk Management Act of 2012.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. S.J Res 36, CRA vote on the ambush elections regulations HRJRes 103, CRA vote on the ambush elections regulations Monitored the implementation of Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, (P.L. 111-2). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Indoor Air Guidelines. NLRB Case 30 CA-17185. Request for Information from the public, Reasonable Break Time for Nursing Mothers (RIN 1235-21400). Proposed Rule and Request for Comments: Proposed Rules Governing Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act - CRIN 3142 - AAOD. Final Rule, "Updating Regulations Issued Under the Fair Labor Standard Act" 76FR18832. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act; Interpretation of the "Advice" Exemption, RIN1245-AA03. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, RIN 314-AA08, Representation - Case Procedures. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, RIN 1210 - AB52, Summary of Benefits and Coverage and the Uniform Glossary. Final Rule, RIN 314-AA08, Representation - Case Procedures. H.R. 3094, Workfoce Democracy and Fairness Act. S. 1666, Employer Free Speech Act. H.R. 2833, Employer Free Speech Act. NAM & CDW vs. NLRB. Proposed Rule, RIN 1215-AB79; RIN 1245 - AA03, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act, Interpretation of the "Advice Exemption." EEOC Enforcement Guidance (No. 915.002) Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296). Monitor the Interagency Working Group on Marketing to Kids - Proposed Guidelines by FTC, FDA, CDC, USDA. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor the implementation of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, (P.L. 111-353). Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. S. 3240, Agriculture Reform, Food and Jobs Act. H.R. 6083, Federal Agriculture Reform & Risk Management Act of 2012.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. S.J Res 36, CRA vote on the ambush elections regulations HRJRes 103, CRA vote on the ambush elections regulations Monitored the implementation of Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, (P.L. 111-2). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Indoor Air Guidelines. NLRB Case 30 CA-17185. Request for Information from the public, Reasonable Break Time for Nursing Mothers (RIN 1235-21400). Proposed Rule and Request for Comments: Proposed Rules Governing Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act - CRIN 3142 - AAOD. Final Rule, "Updating Regulations Issued Under the Fair Labor Standard Act" 76FR18832. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act; Interpretation of the "Advice" Exemption, RIN1245-AA03. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, RIN 314-AA08, Representation - Case Procedures. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, RIN 1210 - AB52, Summary of Benefits and Coverage and the Uniform Glossary. Final Rule, RIN 314-AA08, Representation - Case Procedures. H.R. 3094, Workfoce Democracy and Fairness Act. S. 1666, Employer Free Speech Act. H.R. 2833, Employer Free Speech Act. NAM & CDW vs. NLRB. Proposed Rule, RIN 1215-AB79; RIN 1245 - AA03, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act, Interpretation of the "Advice Exemption." EEOC Enforcement Guidance (No. 915.002) Consideration of Arrest and Conviction Records in Employment Decisions Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Health-Care Related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to uniform application of ERISA mandates. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Workforce Training. Monitor the implementation of the Affordable Health Care for America Act, (P.L. 111-192). Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, (P.L. 111-152). Section 1251 and 10103 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (P.L. 111-148) regarding grandfathered status-Enzi Amendment to the Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2011 (S.3454) 111th Congress. Interim Final Rule regarding requirements for group health plans and health insurance issues for preexisting condition exclusions, lifetime and annual limits, rescissions, and patient protections. Labor: RIN-1210-AB43, HHS: OCIIO 9994-IFC, IRS: REG-120399-10. Subregulatory guidance for OCIIO Sub-Regulatory Guidance (OOIIO 2010-1): Process for Obtaining Waivers of the Annual Limits Requirements of the Public Health Service Act Section 2711. Request for comments regarding the planning and establishment of the state-level exchanges HHS:OC110-9989-NC. H.R. 2, Repealing the Job-Killing Health Care Law Act. H.R. 5, Help Efficient, Accessible, Low-cost, Timely Healthcare (HEALTH) Act of 2011. H.R. 984, Health Care Waiver Fairness Act of 2011. H.Res. 9, Instructing certain committees to report legislation replacing the job-killing health care law. S. 20, American Job Protection Act. H.R. 1744, American Job Protection Act. H.R. 2206, Auto Enroll Repeal Act. H.R. 1370, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted in PPACA. S. 1880, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted in PPACA. S. 1049, Small Business Health Relief Act of 2011. IRS Notice 2011-36, Request for comments on Shared Responsibility For Employers Regarding Health Coverage (Section 4980H). Proposed Rule, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establisment of Exchanges Qualified Health Plans (RIN-0938-AQ67). Proposed Rule, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions in the Individual Market: Eligibility Determinations; Exchange Standards for Employers (RIN-0938-AR25). Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Summary of Benefits and Coverage and the Uniform Glossary (CMS - 9982 - P). Essential Benefits Bulletin. Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions in the Individual Market: Eligibility Determinations; Exchange Standards for Employers (CMS - 9974 - P). Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans (CMS - 9989 - P). Final Rule with Comment Period: Medical Loss Ratio Requirments Under Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (CMS - 9998 - FC) RN: 0938 -AQ71. H.R. 1173, Fiscal Responsibilty and Retirement Security Act of 2011. S. 720, Repeal the CLASS Entitlement Act. S. 312, Patients' Freedom to Choose Act. H.R. 605, Patients' Freedom to Choose Act. H.R. 450, Restoring Assistance for Families' and Seniors' Health Expenses Act of 2011. Notice 2012-17 Frequently Asked Questions From Employers Regarding Automatic Enrollment, Employer Shared Responsibility, and Waiting Periods. Final Rule: Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary. (RIN 0938 - AQ73) Essential Benefits Bulletin Bulletin: Verification of Access to Employer-Sponsored Coverage Bulletin. H.R. 436, Heath Care Cost Reduction Act of 2012.

S. 687, A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail imporvement quality. H.R. 1265, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property. H.R. 468, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment. S. 907, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment. H.R. 4, Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act of 2011. S. 18, Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act. S. AMDT.161 to S. 493, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements to payments made to corporations, payments for property and other gross proceeds, and rental property expense payments, and for other purposes. S.AMDT 9 to S.223, To repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements for payments of $600 or more to corporations, and for other purposes. Amdt. 309, to repeal the Volumentric Ethanol Excise Tax Credit and the tariffs on ethanol, to S. 493 S. 871, Ethanol Subsidy and Tariff Repeal Act H.R. 1370, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by PPACA. S. 1049, Small Business Health Relief Act of 2011. IRS Notice 2011-36, Request for comments shared Responsibility For Employer Regarding Health Coverage. H.R. 2082, Work Opportunity Credit Improvements Act. Monitored federal issues related to general tax reform. Monitored federal issues related to Corporate Tax Reform. Monitored the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. IRS Notice 2012-9 Interim Guidance on Information Reporting to Employees of the Cost of Their Group Health Insurance Coverage Notice 2012-17 Frequently Asked Questions From Employers Regarding Automatic Enrollment, Employer Shared Responsibility, and Waiting Periods. Notice 2012-31 Minimus Value of an Employer-Sponsored Health Plan. Notice 2012-32 Requests for Comments on Reporting of Health Insurance Coverage. Notice 2012-33 Requests for Comments by Applicable Large Employers on Reporting of Health Insurance Coverage Under Employer Sponsored Plans. H.R. 436, Health Care Cost Reduction Act of 2012.

Monitor Internet Corporation of Assigned Names & Numbers; roll out of new generic Top Level Domain.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring. Dept. of Education Proposed Rule regarding Program Integrity: Gainful Employment (ED-2010-OPE-0012).

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. H.R. 2885, Legal Workforce Act. H.R. 2164, Legal Workforce Act. Proposed Rule and Request for comments regarding wage methodology for the Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment H-2B Program, Labor: RIN 1205-AB61 Executive Order 13563 as it relates to RIN1205-AB69. S.952, the Development Relief and Education for Alien Minors Act of 2011. Notice of Proposed Rule, "Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment of H-2B Aliens in the United States (RIN 1205-AB58)." S. 1196, Accountablity Through Electronic Verification Act.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. S.J Res 36, CRA vote on the ambush elections regulations HRJRes 103, CRA vote on the ambush elections regulations Monitored the implementation of Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, (P.L. 111-2). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Indoor Air Guidelines. NLRB Case 30 CA-17185. Request for Information from the public, Reasonable Break Time for Nursing Mothers (RIN 1235-21400). Proposed Rule and Request for Comments: Proposed Rules Governing Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act - CRIN 3142 - AAOD. Final Rule, "Updating Regulations Issued Under the Fair Labor Standard Act" 76FR18832. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act; Interpretation of the "Advice" Exemption, RIN1245-AA03. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, RIN 314-AA08, Representation - Case Procedures. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, RIN 1210 - AB52, Summary of Benefits and Coverage and the Uniform Glossary. Final Rule, RIN 314-AA08, Representation - Case Procedures. H.R. 3094, Workfoce Democracy and Fairness Act. S. 1666, Employer Free Speech Act. H.R. 2833, Employer Free Speech Act. NAM & CDW vs. NLRB. Proposed Rule, RIN 1215-AB79; RIN 1245 - AA03, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act, Interpretation of the "Advice Exemption."

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Health-Care Related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to uniform application of ERISA mandates. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Workforce Training. Monitor the implementation of the Affordable Health Care for America Act, (P.L. 111-192). Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, (P.L. 111-152). Section 1251 and 10103 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148) regarding grandfathered status-Enzi Amendment to the Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2011 (S.3454) 111th Congress. Interim Final Rule regarding requirements for group health plans and health insurance issues for preexisting condition exclusions, lifetime and annual limits, rescissions, and patient protections. Labor: RIN-1210-AB43, HHS: OCIIO 9994-IFC, IRS: REG-120399-10. Subregulatory guidance for OCIIO Sub-Regulatory Guidance (OOIIO 2010-1): Process for Obtaining Waivers of the Annual Limits Requirements of the Public Health Service Act Section 2711. Request for comments regarding the planning and establishment of the state-level exchanges HHS:OC110-9989-NC. H.R. 2, Repealing the Job-Killing Health Care Law Act. H.R. 5, Help Efficient, Accessible, Low-cost, Timely Healthcare (HEALTH) Act of 2011. H.R. 984 - Health Care Waiver Fairness Act of 2011. H.Res. 9, Instructing certain committees to report legislation replacing the job-killing health care law. S. 20, American Job Protection Act. H.R. 1744, American Job Protection Act. H.R. 2206, Auto Enroll Repeal Act. H.R. 1370, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted in PPACA. S. 1880, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted in PPACA. S. 1049, Small Business Health Relief Act of 2011. IRS Notice 2011-36, Request for comments on Shared Responsibility For Employers Regarding Health Coverage (Section 4980H). Proposed Rule, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establisment of Exchanges Qualified Health Plans (RIN-0938-AQ67). Proposed Rule, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions in the Individual Market: Eligibility Determinations; Exchange Standards for Employers (RIN-0938-AR25). Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Summary of Benefits and Coverage and the Uniform Glossary (CMS - 9982 - P). Essential Benefits Bulletin. Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions in the Individual Market: Eligibility Determinations; Exchange Standards for Employers (CMS - 9974 - P). Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans (CMS - 9989 - P). Final Rule with Comment Period: Medical Loss Ratio Requirments Under Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (CMS - 9998 - FC) RN: 0938 -AQ71. H.R. 1173, Fiscal Responsibilty and Retirement Security Act of 2011. S. 720, Repeal the CLASS Entitlement Act. S. 312, Patients' Freedom to Choose Act . H.R. 605, Patients' Freedom to Choose Act. H.R. 450, Restoring Assistance for Families' and Seniors' Health Expenses Act of 2011. Notice 2012-17 Frequently Asked Questions From Employers Regarding Automatic Enrollment, Employer Shared Responsibility, and Waiting Periods. Final Rule: Summary of Benefits and Coverage and Uniform Glossary. (RIN 0938 - AQ73)

Monitored legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity, and ethanol prices Monitored legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency

Monitored The Federal Budget Fiscal Year 2012. Monitor the implementation of the Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act of 2012, P.L. 112-55 H.R. 3424, House Financial Services Appropriations Senate Agriculture Appropriations Monitor the implementation of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2012, P.L. (112-74). S. 1601 (S. Rpt. 112-85), Department of State, Foreign Operations and related programs Appropriations bill, 2012 (Visa processing)

S. 575, Debit Interchange Fee Study Act of 2011. H.R.1081Consumers Payment System Protection Act. Draft Debit Interchange Fee Reform Act of 2011. S. 782, Economic Development Revitalization Act of 2011 H.R. 3156 - Consumer Debit Card Protection Act.

S. 687, A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail imporvement quality. H.R. 1265, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property. H.R. 468, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment. S. 907, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment. H.R. 4, Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act of 2011. S. 18, Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act. S. AMDT.161 to S. 493, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements to payments made to corporations, payments for property and other gross proceeds, and rental property expense payments, and for other purposes. S.AMDT 9 to S.223, To repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements for payments of $600 or more to corporations, and for other purposes. S. 483, Coburn Feinstein Ethanol Draft Legislation. S. 871, Ethanol Subsidy and Tariff Repeal Act H.R. 1370, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by PPACA. S. 1049, Small Business Health Relief Act of 2011. IRS Notice 2011-36, Request for comments shared Responsibility For Employer Regarding Health Coverage. H.R. 2082, Work Opportunity Credit Improvements Act. Monitored federal issues related to general tax reform. Monitored federal issues related to Corporate Tax Reform. Monitored the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction. IRS Notice 2012-9 Interim Guidance on Information Reporting to Employees of the Cost of Their Group Health Insurance Coverage Notice 2012-17 Frequently Asked Questions From Employers Regarding Automatic Enrollment, Emloyer Shared Responsibility, and Waiting Periods.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296). Monitor the Interagency Working Group on Marketing to Kids - Proposed Guidelines by FTC, FDA, CDC, USDA. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor the implementation of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, (P.L. 111-353). Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket. 2012 Farm Bill

Monitor Internet Corporation of Assigned Names & Numbers; roll out of new generic Top Level Domain.

Monitored legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity, and ethanol prices Monitored legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. H.R. 2885, Legal Workforce Act.Proposed Rule and Request for comments regarding wage methodology for the Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment H-2B Program, Labor: RIN 1205-AB61 Executive Order 13563 as it relates to RIN1205-AB69. H.R. 2164, Legal Workforce Act. S.952, the Development Relief and Education for Alien Minors Act of 2011. Notice of Proposed Rule, "Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment of H-2B Aliens in the United States (RIN 1205-AB58)." S. 1196, Accountablity Through Electronic Verification Act.

S. 575, Debit Interchange Fee Study Act of 2011. H.R.1081Consumers Payment System Protection Act. Draft Debit Interchange Fee Reform Act of 2011. S. 782, Economic Development Revitalization Act of 2011

Monitored The Federal Budget Fiscal Year 2012. H.R. 2112, House Agriculture Appropriations. H.R. 3070, House Labor Health and Human Services Appropriations. H.R. 3424, House Financial Services Appropriations.Senate Agriculture Appropriations H.R. 2055, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2012 (H2B Wage Rule funding) S. 1601 (S. Rpt. 112-85), Department of State, Foreign Operations and related programs Appropriations bill, 2012 (Visa processing)

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Health-Care Related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.Monitor legislation and federal issues related to uniform application of ERISA mandates. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Workforce Training. Monitor the implementation of the Affordable Health Care for America Act, (P.L. 111-192). Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, (P.L. 111-152). Section 1251 and 10103 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148) regarding grandfathered status-Enzi Amendment to the Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2011 (S.3454) 111th Congress. Interim Final Rule regarding requirements for group health plans and health insurance issues for preexisting condition exclusions, lifetime and annual limits, rescissions, and patient protections. Labor: RIN-1210-AB43, HHS: OCIIO 9994-IFC, IRS: REG-120399-10. Subregulatory guidance for OCIIO Sub-Regulatory Guidance (OOIIO 2010-1): Process for Obtaining Waivers of the Annual Limits Requirements of the Public Health Service Act Section 2711. Request for comments regarding the planning and establishment of the state-level exchanges HHS:OC110-9989-NC. S.AMDT.13 to S. 223, To repeal the job-killing health care law and health care-related provisions in the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010. H.R. 2, Repealing the Job-Killing Health Care Law Act. H.R. 5, Help Efficient, Accessible, Low-cost, Timely Healthcare (HEALTH) Act of 2011. H.R. 984 - Health Care Waiver Fairness Act of 2011. H.Res. 9, Instructing certain committees to report legislation replacing the job-killing health care law. S. 20, American Job Protection Act. H.R. 1744, American Job Protection Act. H.R. 2206, Auto Enroll Repeal Act. H.R. 1370, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted in PPACA. S. 1049, Small Business Health Relief Act of 2011. IRS Notice 2011-36, Request for comments on Shared Responsibility For Employers Regarding Health Coverage (Section 4980H). Proposed Rule, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establisment of Exchanges Qualified Health Plans (RIN-0938-AQ67). Proposed Rule, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions in the Individual Market: Eligibility Determinations; Exchange Standards for Employers (RIN-0938-AR25). Notice of Proposed Rulemaking: Summary of Benefits and Coverage and the Uniform Glossary (CMS - 9982 - P). Essential Benefits Bulletin. Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions in the Individual Market: Eligibility Determinations; Exchange Standards for Employers (CMS - 9974 - P). Proposed Rule: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establishment of Exchanges and Qualified Health Plans (CMS - 9989 - P). Final Rule with Comment Period: Medical Loss Ratio Requirments Under Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (CMS - 9998 - FC) RN: 0938 -AQ71. H.R. 1173, Fiscal Responsibilty and Retirement Security Act of 2011. S. 720, Repeal the CLASS Entitlement Act. S. 312, Patients' Freedom to Choose Act . H.R. 605, Patients' Freedom to Choose Act. H.R. 450, Restoring Assistance for Families' and Seniors' Health Expenses Act of 2011.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296). Monitor the Interagency Working Group on Marketing to Kids - Proposed Guidelines by FTC, FDA, CDC, USDA.Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor the implementation of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, (P.L. 111-353). Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket.

S. 687, A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail imporvement quality. H.R. 1265, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property.H.R. 468, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment. S. 907, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment. H.R. 4, Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act of 2011. S. 18, Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act. S. AMDT.161 to S. 493, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements to payments made to corporations, payments for property and other gross proceeds, and rental property expense payments, and for other purposes. S.AMDT 9 to S.223, To repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements for payments of $600 or more to corporations, and for other purposes. S. 483, Coburn Feinstein Ethanol Draft Legislation. S. 871, Ethanol Subsidy and Tariff Repeal Act H.R. 1370, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by PPACA. S. 1049, Small Business Health Relief Act of 2011. IRS Notice 2011-36, Request for comments shared Responsibility For Employer Regarding Health Coverage. H.R. 2082, Work Opportunity Credit Improvements Act. Monitored federal issues related to general tax reform. Monitored federal issues related to Corporate Tax Reform. Monitored the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring. Dept. of Education Proposed Rule regarding Program Integrity: Gainful Employment (ED-2010-OPE-0012).

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. H.R. 2885, Legal Workforce Act. Proposed Rule and Request for comments regarding wage methodology for the Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment H-2B Program, Labor: RIN 1205-AB61 Executive Order 13563 as it relates to RIN1205-AB69. H.R. 2164, Legal Workforce Act. S.952, the Development Relief and Education for Alien Minors Act of 2011. Notice of Proposed Rule, "Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment of H-2B Aliens in the United States (RIN 1205-AB58)." S. 1196, Accountablity Through Electronic Verification Act.

S. 687, A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail imporvement quality. H.R. 1265, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property. H.R. 468, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment. S. 907, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment. H.R. 4, Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act of 2011. S. 18, Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act. S. AMDT.161 to S. 493, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements to payments made to corporations, payments for property and other gross proceeds, and rental property expense payments, and for other purposes. S.AMDT 9 to S.223, To repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements for payments of $600 or more to corporations, and for other purposes. S. 871, Ethanol Subsidy and Tariff Repeal Act H.R. 1370, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by PPACA. S. 1049, Small Business Health Relief Act of 2011. IRS Notice 2011-36, Request for comments shared Responsibility For Employer Regarding Health Coverage. H.R. 2082, Work Opportunity Credit Improvements Act. Monitored federal issues related to general tax reform. Monitored federal issues related to Corporate Tax Reform. Monitored the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction.

Monitor Internet Corporation of Assigned Names & Numbers; roll out of new generic Top Level Domain. Consumer Data Breach Issues.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and mandatory benefits. Monitored the implementation of Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, (P.L. 111-2). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Indoor Air Guidelines. NLRB Case 30 CA-17185. Request for Information from the public, Reasonable Break Time for Nursing Mothers (RIN 1235-21400). Proposed Rule and Request for Comments: Proposed Rules Governing Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act - CRIN 3142 - AAOD. Final Rule, "Updating Regulations Issued Under the Fair Labor Standard Act" 76FR18832. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act; Interpretation of the "Advice" Exemption, RIN1245-AA03. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, RIN 314-AA08, Representation - Case Procedures. Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, RIN 1210 - AB52, Summary of Benefits and Coverage and the Uniform Glossary. Final Rule, RIN 314-AA08, Representation - Case Procedures. H.R. 3094, Workfoce Democracy and Fairness Act. S. 1666, Employer Free Speech Act. H.R. 2833, Employer Free Speech Act. NAM & CDW vs. NLRB. Proposed Rule, RIN 1215-AB79; RIN 1245 - AA03, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act, Interpretation of the "Advice Exemption."

Monitored The Federal Budget Fiscal Year 2012. H.R. 2112, House Agriculture Appropriations. H.R. 3070, House Labor Health and Human Services Appropriations. H.R. 3424, House Financial Services Appropriations. Senate Agriculture Appropriations H.R. 2055, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2012 (H2B Wage Rule funding) S. 1601 (S. Rpt. 112-85), Department of State, Foreign Operations and related programs Appropriations bill, 2012 (Visa processing)

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296). Monitor the Interagency Working Group on Marketing to Kids - Proposed Guidelines by FTC, FDA, CDC, USDA. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Food Safety. Monitor the implementation of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, (P.L. 111-353). Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Listeria Risk Assessment at USDA Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296) Interagency Working Group on Marketing to Kids - Proposed Guidelines by FTC, FDA, DCD, USDA Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Foodbourne Illness Outbreaks, Avian Influenza and Trans Fatty acids Monitor the implementation of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, (P.L. 111-353) Monitor federal issues related to FDA sodium docket Monitor legislation and federal issues related to the farm bill

Monitored legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity, and ethanol prices Monitored legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency H.R. 1075, Volumetric Ethanol Excise Tax Credit Repeal Act S. 520, Volumetric Ethanol Excise Tax Credit Repeal Act S. 871, Ethanol Subsidy and Tariff Repeal Act H.R. 426, Remove incentives for producing Ethanol Act of 2011

S.687, A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property H.R. 1265, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property H.R. 468, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment S. 907, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment H.R. 4, Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act of 2011 S. 18, Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act S.AMDT.161 to S. 493, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements to payments made to corporations, payments for property and other gross proceeds, and rental property expense payments, and for other purposes S.AMDT 9 to S.223, To repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements for payments of $600 or more to corporations, and for other purposes H.R. 1370, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by PPACA S. 1049, Small Business Health Relief Act of 2011 H.R. 2676, Small Business Health Relief Act of 2011 IRS Notice 2011-36, Request for comments shared Responsibility For Employer Regarding Health Coverage H.R. 2082, Work Opportunity Credit Improvements Act Monitored federal issues related to general tax reform Monitored federal issues related to Corporate Tax Reform Monitored the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction

S. 575, Debit Interchange Fee Study Act of 2011 H.R. 1081, Consumers Payment System Protection Act Draft Debit Interchange Fee Reform Act of 2011 S. 782, Economic Development Revitalization Act of 2011

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Health-Care Related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts Monitor legislation and federal issues related to uniform application of ERISA mandates Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Workforce Training Monitor the implementation of the Affordable Health Care for America Act, (P.L. 111-192) Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, (P.L. 111-148) Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, (P.L. 111-152) Section 1251 and 10103 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148) regarding grandfathered status-Enzi Amendment to the Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2011 (S.3454) Interim Final Rule regarding requirements for group health plans and health insurance issues for preexisting condition exclusions, lifetime and annual limits, rescissions, and patient protections. Labor: RIN-1210-AB43, HHS: OCIIO 9994-IFC, IRS: REG-120399-10. Subregulatory guidance for OCIIO Sub-Regulatory Guidance (OOIIO 2010-1): Process for Obtaining Waivers of the Annual Limits Requirements of the Public Health Service Act Section 271. Request for comments regarding the planning and establishment of the state-level exchanges HHS:OC110-9989-NC S.AMDT.13 to S. 223, To repeal the job-killing health care law and health care-related provisions in the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 H.R. 2, Repealing the Job-Killing Health Care Law Act H.R. 5, Help Efficient, Accessible, Low-cost, Timely Healthcare (HEALTH) Act of 2011. H.R. 984 - Health Care Waiver Fairness Act of 2011 H.Res. 9, Instructing certain committees to report legislation replacing the job-killing health care law. S. 20, American Job Protection Act H.R. 1744, American Job Protection Act. H.R. 2206, Auto Enroll Repeal Act H.R. 1370, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted in PPACA S. 1049, Small Business Health Relief Act of 2011 IRS Notice 2011-36, Request for comments on Shared Responsibility For Employers Regarding Health Coverage (Section 4980H) Proposed Rule, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Establisment of Exchanges Qualified Health Plans (RIN-0938-AQ67) Proposed Rule, Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act; Exchange Functions in the Individual Market: Eligibility Determinations; Exchange Standards for Employers (RIN-0938-AR25)

Monitored The Federal Budget Fiscal Year 2012 H.R. 2112, Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2012 Senate Agriculture Appropriations H.R. 3070, Making appropriations for the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending H.R. 2435, Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2012 S. 1573, Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act, 2012

S. 575, Debit Interchange Fee Study Act of 2011 H.R. 1081Consumers Payment System Protection Act Draft Debit Interchange Fee Reform Act of 2011 S. 782, Amendment to the Economic Development Revitalization Act of 2011

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Listeria Risk Assessment at USDA. Monitor the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act, (P.L. 111-296). Interagency Working Group on Marketing to Kids - Proposed Guidelines by FTC, FDA, DCD, USDA Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Foodbourne Illness Outbreaks, Avian Influenza and Trans Fatty acids. Monitor the implementation of the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, (P.L. 111-353).

Monitored legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity, and ethanol prices Monitored legislation and federal activity related to commercial building and appliance efficiency

S.687, A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property. H.R. 1265, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15-year recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property. H.R. 468, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment. S. 907, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment. H.R. 4, Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act of 2011 S. 18, Small Business Paperwork Mandate Elimination Act S.AMDT.161 to S. 493, To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements to payments made to corporations, payments for property and other gross proceeds, and rental property expense payments, and for other purposes. S.AMDT 9 to S.223, To repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements for payments of $600 or more to corporations, and for other purposes Coburn/Feinstein Ethanol Draft Legislation H.R. 1370, To repeal the annual fee on health insurance providers enacted by PPACA S. 1049, Small Business Health Relief Act of 2011 IRS Notice 2011-36, Request for comments shared Responsibility For Employer Regarding Health Coverage

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring. Dept. of Education Proposed Rule regarding Program Integrity: Gainful Employment (ED-2010-OPE-0012)

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitored the implementation of Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, (P.L. 111-2). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Indoor Air Guidelines. NLRB Case 30 CA-17185 Request for Information from the public, Reasonable Break Time for Nursing Mothers (RIN 1235-21400) Proposed Rule and Request for Comments: Proposed Rules Governing Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act - CRIN 3142 - AAOD Final Rule, "Updating Regulations Issued Under the Fair Labor Standard Act" 76FR18832 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Labor Management Reporting and Disclosure Act; Interpretation of the "Advice" Exemption, RIN1245-AA03 Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, RIN 314-AA08, Representation - Case Procedures

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. Monitored the implementation of Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, (P.L. 111-2). Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Indoor Air Guidelines. NLRB Case 30 CA-17185 Request for Information from the public, Resonable Break Time for Nursing Mothers (RIN 1235-21400) Proposed Rule and Request for Comments: Proposed Rules Governing Notification of Employee Rights Under the National Labor Relations Act - CRIN 3142 - AAOD

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Health-Care Related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to uniform application of ERISA mandates. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Workforce Training. Monitor the implementation of the Affordable Health Care for America Act, (P.L. 111-192). Monitor the implementation of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, (P.L. 111-148). Monitor the implementation of the Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010, (P.L. 111-152). Section 1251 and 10103 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148) regarding grandfathered status-Enzi Amendment to the Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2011 (S.3454). Intermin Final Rule regarding requirements for group health plans and health insurance issues for preexisting condition exclusions, lifetime and annual limits, recissions, and patient protections. Labor: RIN-1210-AB43, HHS: OCIIO 9994-IFC, IRS: REG-120399-10. Subregulatory guidance for OCIIO Sub-Regulatory Guidance (OOIIO 2010-1): Process for Obtaining Waivers of the Annual Limits Requirements of the Public Health Service Act Section 2711. Request for comments regarding the planning and establishment of the state-level exchanges HHS:OC110-9989-NC. S.AMEND.13, To repeal the job-killing health care law and health care-related provisions in the Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010. H.R. 2, Repealing the Job-Killing Health Care Law Act. H.R. 5, Help Efficient, Accessible, Low-cost, Timely Healthcare (HEALTH) Act of 2011. H.R. 984 Health Care Waiver if benefits go down or costs go up H.Res. 9, Instructing certain committees to report legislation replacing the job-killing health care law. S. 20, American Job Protection Act.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring. Dept. of Education Proposed Rule regarding Program Integrity: Gainful Employment (ED-2010-OPE-0012)

Monitored legislation and federal activity related to food, commodity, and ethanol prices

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. Proposed Rule and Request for comments regarding wage methadology for the Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment H-2B Program, Labor: RIN 1205-AB61 Executive Order 13563 as it relatesto RIN1205-AB69 E-Verify Program

Monitored The Federal Budget Fiscal Year 2012

S. 575, Debit Interchange Fee Study Act of 2011 H.R. 1081Consumers Payment System Protection Act

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. H-2B Seasonal Workers- Save our Seasonal Small Business Act of 2009- S. 388, H.R. 1136 SAVE Act- H.R. 264 Comprehensive Immigration Reform for America's Security and Prosperity Act of 2009- H.R. 4321 Draft Senate Bill by Schumer/Graham Conceptual Proposal by Reid/Schumer/Menendez Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2010- S. 3932 Dream Act- S. 3827 Proposed Rule and Request for comments regarding wage methadology for the Temporary Non-Agricultural Employment H-2B Program, Labor: RIN 1205-AB61

Restaurant Depreciation-S. 3510, H.R. 4306- To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15yr recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail property Affordable Food and Fuel for America Act- H.R. 3187 Estate Tax- as part of FY10 Budget (S.Con. Res. 13), S. Amdt. 873 and S. Amdt. 974 Taxpayer Certainty and Relief Act of 2009 -S.722 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009: P.L. 111-5 - Division A- Title VI-financial services and general government, small business administration provisions Good Samaritan Hunger Relief Tax Incentive Extension Act of 2009 - S.1313, H.R. 3227 America's Healthy Future Act of 2009- Senate Draft- S. 1796 America's Affordable Health Choices Act - H.R. 3200 - Tax and revenue provisions - Title III- Shared Responsibility, Title IV- Amendments to Internal Revenue Code of 1986 Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 - H.R. 4872, P.L. 111-152 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - H.R. 3590- P.L. 111-148 -Section 9006 of Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148)-Expansion of Information Reporting Requirements-Sen. Johanns Health Care Reform proposed offsets: alcohol and sugared beverage excise taxes Spousal Travel Expense Deductibility- H.R. 562, S. 261- To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to restore the deduction for the travel expenses of a taxpayer's spouse who accompanies the taxpayer on business travel. Tax Extenders Act of 2009- H.R. 4213 (P.L. 111-205)- American Workers, State, and Business Relief Act of 2010 The Hiring Incentives To Restore Employment Act- H.R. 2847 (P.L. 111-147) Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Tip Credit/Tip Pooling S. Amendment No. 4596 to the Small Business Jobs & Credit Act of 2010- H.R. 5297 (P.L. 111-240) Business Meal Deductibility - H.R. 3333, S. 2905- To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment. Helping Small Businesses Grow and Prosper Act of 2009- H.R. 3952- Business Meal Deductibility Request for Comments on requirements prohibiting discrimination in favor of highly compensated individuals in insured group health plans: Notice 2010-63 S. Amdt 4702 to S. 510, to repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements for payments of $600 or more to corporations and for other purposes. S. Amdt 4713 to S. Amdt 4715 to S. 510, to repeal the expansion of information reporting requirements for payments of $600 or more to corporations and for other purposes. Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization and Job Creation Act - P.L. 111-312

Credit Card Interchange Fees Act of 2009- H.R. 2382 The Credit Card Fair Fee Act of 2009- H.R. 2695, S. 1212 Monitor legislation and federal issues related to PCI Compliance. The Credit and Debit Card Receipt Clarification Act (From 2008, S. 2978) The Credit Cardholder's Bill of Rights- H.R. 627, S. 235 (P.L. 111-24) -Welch, Shuster, Dahlkemper Amendment (to H.R. 627) -Dodd, Shelby Substitute Amendment (to S. 235) -Durbin, Bond Consumers Discount Fee and Transparency Amendment (to S. 235) The Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act- H.R. 4173 (P.L. 111-203) Debit Card Interchange Fees- Proposed Rulemaking

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009- P.L. 111-5 Obama Administration's Small Business Plan Small Business Credit Expansion and Loan Markets Stabilization Act of 2009- H.R. 3723 Small Business Financing and Investment Act of 2009- H.R. 3854 Small Business Job Creation and Access to Capital Act of 2009- S. 2869, H.R. 4302 Small Business Access to Capital Act of 2009- S. 1832, H.R. 4302 Next Steps for Main Street Credit Availability Act of 2009- S. 1615 Small Business Lending Fund Act- H.R. 5297 (P.L. 111-240)

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring. Workforce Reinvestment & Adult Education Act (From 2003, H.R. 1261) Dept. of Education Proposed Rule regarding Program Integrity: Gainful Employment (ED-2010-OPE-0012)

The Travel Promotion Act of 2009 - S. 1023, H.R. 2935 Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Visa Waiver Program. American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009- P.L. 111-5 Travel Regional Investment Partnership Act- H.R. 4676, S. 3225

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Health-Care Related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts. Healthy Savings Act of 2009- H.R. 3508 National Health Information Incentive Act (From 2007, H.R. 1952) Monitor legislation and federal issues related to uniform application of ERISA mandates. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Workforce Training. SHOP Act- H.R. 2360, S. 979 Small Business CHOICE Act of 2009- H.R. 850 House Discussion Draft for Health Care Reform/"Tri-Committee" Legislation America's Affordable Health Choices Act- H.R. 3200 Affordable Health Choices Act- S. 1679 America's Healthy Future Act of 2009- S. 1796 Affordable Health Care for America Act- H.R. 3962 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act- H.R. 3590- P.L. 111-148 Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010-H.R. 4872- P.L. 111-152 Interim Final Rule regarding group health plans and health insurance coverage relating to status as a grandfathered health plan under Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Labor: RIN 1210-AB42, HHS: OCIIO-9991-IFC, IRS: REG-118412-10. -Section 1251 and 10103 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148) regarding grandfathered status-Enzi Amendment to the Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2011 (S.3454). Intermin Final Rule regarding requirements for group health plans and health insurance issues for preexisting condition exclusions, lifetime and annual limits, recissions, and patient protections. Labor: RIN-1210-AB43, HHS: OCIIO 9994-IFC, IRS: REG-120399-10. Subregulatory guidance for OCIIO Sub-Regulatory Guidance (OOIIO 2010-1): Process for Obtaining Waivers of the Annual Limits Requirements of the Public Health Service Act Section 2711. Request for comments regarding the planning and establishment of the state-level exchanges HHS:OC110-9989-NC.

Affordable Food and Fuel for America Act - H.R. 3187 American Clean Energy & Security Act- H.R. 2454 Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Renewable Fuel Standard. The Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act- S. 1733 Building Star Energy Efficiency Act of 2010- S. 3079, H.R. 5476 S. 1666- A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to satisfy certain conditions before issuing to producers of mid-level ethanol blends a waiver from certain requirements under the Clean Air Act, and for other purposes.

President's Budget: A New Era of Responsibility, Renewing America's Promise -Taxprovisions (including estate tax provisions) FY10 Budget Resolution: H.Con. Res. 85, S. Con. Res. 13

Credit Card Interchange Fees Act of 2009- H.R. 2382 The Credit Card Fair Fee Act of 2009- H.R. 2695, S. 1212 Monitor legislation and federal issues related to PCI Compliance. The Credit and Debit Card Receipt Clarification Act (From 2008, S. 2978) The Credit Cardholder's Bill of Rights- H.R. 627, S. 235 (P.L. 111-24) -Welch, Shuster, Dahlkemper Amendment (to H.R. 627) -Dodd, Shelby Substitute Amendment (to S. 235) -Durbin, Bond Consumers Discount Fee and Transparency Amendment (to S. 235) The Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act- H.R. 4173 (P.L. 111-203)

Affordable Food and Fuel for America Act - H.R. 3187 American Clean Energy & Security Act- H.R. 2454 Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Renewable Fuel Standard. The Clean Energy Jobs and American Power Act- S. 1733 Building Star Energy Efficiency Act of 2010- S. 3079 S. 1666- A bill to require the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to satisfy certain conditions before issuing to producers of mid-level ethanol blends a waiver from certain requirements under the Clean Air Act, and for other purposes.

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Health-Care Related Tax Credits, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts. Healthy Savings Act of 2009- H.R. 3508 National Health Information Incentive Act (From 2007, H.R. 1952) Monitor legislation and federal issues related to uniform application of ERISA mandates. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Workforce Training. SHOP Act- H.R. 2360, S. 979 Small Business CHOICE Act of 2009- H.R. 850 House Discussion Draft for Health Care Reform/"Tri-Committee" Legislation America's Affordable Health Choices Act- H.R. 3200 Affordable Health Choices Act- S. 1679 America's Healthy Future Act of 2009- S. 1796 Affordable Health Care for America Act- H.R. 3962 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act- H.R. 3590- P.L. 111-148 Healthcare and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010-H.R. 4872- P.L. 111-152 Interim Final Rule regarding group health plans and health insurance coverage relating to status as a grandfathered health plan under Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Labor: RIN 1210-AB42, HHS: OCIIO-9991-IFC, IRS: REG-118412-10. -Section 1251 and 10103 of te Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148) regarding grandfathered status-Enzi Amendment to the Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2011 (S.3454). Intermin Final Rule regarding requirements for group health plans and health insurance issues for preexisting condition exclusions, lifetime and annual limits, recissions, and patient protections. Labor: RIN-1210-AB43, HHS: OCIIO 9994-IFC, IRS: REG-120399-10. Subregulatory guidance for OCIIO Sub-Regulatory Guidance (OOIIO 2010-1): Process for Obtaining Waivers of the Annual Limits Requirements of the Public Health Service Act Section 2711. Request for comments regarding the planning and establishment of the state-level exchanges HHS:OC110-9989-NC.

President's Budget: A New Era of Responsibility, Renewing America's Promise -Taxprovisions (including estate tax provisions) FY10 Budget Resolution: H.Con. Res. 85, S. Con. Res. 13

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Vocational Education and mentoring. Workforce Reinvestment & Adult Education Act (From 2003, H.R. 1261) Dept. of Education Proposed Rule regarding Program Integrity: Gainful Employment (ED-2010-OPE-0012)

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. OSHA- Protecting America's Workers Act- H.R. 2067, S. 1580 Employee Free Choice Act- S. 560, H.R. 1409 Pandemic Protection for Workers, Families and Businesses Act- S. 2790, H.R. 4092 Fair Pay Restoration Act- S. 181 (P.L. 111-2) Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Indoor Air Guidelines. Healthy Families Act- H.R. 2460, S. 1152 Paid Vacation Act- H.R. 2564 Working for Adequate Gains for Employment Services Act -H.R. 2570 Emergency Influenza Containment Act- H.R. 3991 Paycheck Fairness Act- S. 182, H.R. 12

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Comprehensive Immigration Reform. H-2B Seasonal Workers- Save our Seasonal Small Business Act of 2009- S. 388, H.R. 1136 SAVE Act- H.R. 264 Comprehensive Immigration Reform for America's Security and Prosperity Act of 2009- H.R. 4321 Draft Senate Bill by Schumer/Graham Conceptual Proposal by Reid/Schumer/Menendez Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2010- S. 3932 Dream Act- S. 3827

The Travel Promotion Act of 2009 - S. 1023, H.R. 2935 Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Visa Waiver Program. American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009- P.L. 111-5 Travel Regional Investment Partnership Act- H.R. 4676, S. 3225

Restaurant Depreciation-S. 3510, H.R. 4306- To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend the 15yr recovery period for qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail property Affordable Food and Fuel for America Act- H.R. 3187 Estate Tax- as part of FY10 Budget (S.Con. Res. 13), S. Amdt. 873 and S. Amdt. 974 Taxpayer Certainty and Relief Act of 2009 -S.722 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009: P.L. 111-5 - Division A- Title VI-financial services and general government, small business administration provisions Good Samaritan Hunger Relief Tax Incentive Extension Act of 2009 - S.1313, H.R. 3227 America's Healthy Future Act of 2009- Senate Draft America's Affordable Health Choices Act - H.R. 3200 - Tax and revenue provisions - Title III- Shared Responsibility, Title IV- Amendments to Internal Revenue Code of 1986 Health Care and Education Reconciliation Act of 2010 - H.R. 4872, P.L. 111-152 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act - H.R. 3590- P.L. 111-148 -Section 9006 of Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PL 111-148)-Expansion of Information Reporting Requirements-Sen. Johanns Health Care Reform proposed offsets: alcohol and sugared beverage excise taxes Spousal Travel Expense Deductability- H.R. 562, S. 261- To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to restore the deduction for the travel expenses of a taxpayer's spouse who accompanies the taxpayer on business travel. Tax Extenders Act of 2009- H.R. 4213 (P.L. 111-205)- American Workers, State, and Business Relief Act of 2010 The Hiring Incentives To Restore Employment Act- H.R. 2847 (P.L. 111-147) Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Tip Credit/Tip Pooling S. Amendment No. 4596 to the Small Business Jobs & Credit Act of 2010- H.R. 5297 (P.L. 111-240) Business Meal Deductibility - H.R. 3333, S. 2905- To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the reduction in the deductible portion of expenses for business meals and entertainment. Helping Small Businesses Grow and Prosper Act of 2009- H.R. 3952- Business Meal Deductability

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Listeria Risk Assessment at USDA. Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010- Senate draft by Sen. Lincoln MEAL Act- H.R. 2426, S. 1048 National Uniformity for Food Act (from 2006, H.R. 4167) Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Foodbourne Illness Outbreaks, Avian Influenza and Trans Fatty acids. Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Management Act of 2009- S. 456, H.R. 1378 LEAN Act- H.R. 1398, S. 558 Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009- H.R. 875 FDA Globalization Act of 2009- H.R. 759 FDA Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009- S. 510 The Safe FEAST Act of 2009- H.R. 1332 Food Safety Enhancement Act- H.R. 2749 Consumer Recall Notification Act- S. 3114 Healthy, Hunger Free Act- S. 3307 Improving Nutrition for America's Children Act- H.R. 5504 Healthy Communities Through Helping to Offer Incentives and Choices to Everyone in Society Act- H.R. 5209

Credit Card Interchange Fees Act of 2009- H.R. 2382 The Credit Card Fair Fee Act of 2009- H.R. 2695, S. 1212 Monitor legislation and federal issues related to PCI Compliance. The Credit and Debit Card Receipt Clarification Act (From 2008, S. 2978) The Credit Cardholder's Bill of Rights- H.R. 627, S. 235 -Welch, Shuster, Dahlkemper Amendment (to H.R. 627) -Dodd, Shelby Substitute Amendment (to S. 235) -Durbin, Bond Consumers Discount Fee and Transparency Amendment (to S. 235) The Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act- H.R. 4173

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. OSHA- Protecting America's Workers Act- H.R. 2067, S. 1580 Employee Free Choice Act- S. 560, H.R. 1409 Pandemic Protection for Workers, Families and Businesses Act- S. 2790, H.R. 4092 Fair Pay Restoration Act- S. 181 Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Indoor Air Guidelines. Healthy Families Act- H.R. 2460, S. 1152 Paid Vacation Act- H.R. 2564 Working for Adequate Gains for Employment Services Act -H.R. 2570 Emergency Influenza Containment Act- H.R. 3991 Paycheck Fairness Act- S. 182, H.R. 12

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Listeria Risk Assessment at USDA. Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010- Senate draft by Sen. Lincoln MEAL Act- H.R. 2426, S. 1048 National Uniformity for Food Act (from 2006, H.R. 4167) Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Foodbourne Illness Outbreaks, Avian Influenza and Trans Fatty acids. Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Management Act of 2009- S. 456, H.R. 1378 LEAN Act- H.R. 1398, S. 558 Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009- H.R. 875 FDA Globalization Act of 2009- H.R. 759 FDA Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009- S. 510 The Safe FEAST Act of 2009- H.R. 1332 Food Safety Enhancement Act- H.R. 2749 Consumer Recall Notification Act- S. 3114

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Association Health Plans, Small Business Health Plans, Health-Care Related Tax. Credits, Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts. HSA Improvement/Expansion Act - H.R. 3508- Healthy Savings Act of 2009 National Health Information Incentive Act (From 2007, H.R. 1952) Monitor legislation and federal issues related to uniform application of ERISA mandates. Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Workforce Training. SHOP Act- H.R. 2360, S. 979 Small Business CHOICE Act of 2009- H.R. 850 House Discussion Draft for Health Care Reform/"Tri-Committee" Legislation America's Affordable Health Choices Act- H.R. 3200 Affordable Health Choices Act- S. 1679 America's Healthy Future Act of 2009- S. 1796 Affordable Health Care for America Act- H.R. 3962 Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act- H.R. 3590- P.L. 111-148 Reconciliation Act of 2010-H.R. 4872- P.L. 111-152

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FDA Model Food Code Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Listeria Risk Assessment at USDA Help American Act- S. 1342, H.R. 2633-Title IV MEAL Act- H.R. 3895, S. 2784 National Food Uniformity Act (from 2006, H.R. 4167) Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Foodbourne Illness Outbreaks, Avian Influenza and Trans Fatty acids Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Management Act or 2009- S. 456, H.R. 1378 LEAN Act- H.R. 1398, S. 558 Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009- H.R. 875 FDA Globalization Act of 2009- H.R. 795 FDA Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009- S. 510 The Safe FEAST Act of 2009- H.R. 1332 Food Safety Enhancement Act- H.R. 2749

Monitor legislation and federal issues related to FMLA and Sick Leave Reform. OSHA- Protecting America's Workers Act- H.R. 2067, S. 1580 Employee Free Choice Act- S. 560, H.R. 1409 Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act- H.R. 11, S. 181 Fair Pay Restoration Act- H.R. 2067 Monitor legislation and federal issues related to Indoor Air Guidelines Healthy Families Act- H.R. 2460, S. 1152 Paid Vacation Act- H.R. 2564 Working for Adequate Gains for Employment Services Act -H.R. 2570 Emergency Influenza Containment Act- H.R. 3991 Pandemic Protection for Workers, Families and Businesses Act- S. 2790, H.R. 4092

S. 456, Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Management Act of 2009. H.R. 1378, Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Management Act of 2009. S. 558, LEAN Act of 2009. H.R. 1398, LEAN Act of 2009. S. 510, FDA Food Safety Modernization Act. H.R. 875, Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009. H.R. 1332, Safe FEAST Act of 2009. H.R. 2749, Food Safety Enhancement Act of 2009. Monitor legislation and federal activity related to FDA Model Food Code, USDA & Listeria Risk Assessment, National Food Uniformity Act, Foodbourne Illness Outbreaks, Avian Influenza, and Trans Fatty acids. H.R. 2426, Menu Education and Labeling Act of 2009 S. 1048, Menu Education and Labeling Act of 2009 H.R. 759, Food and Drug Globalization Act of 2009