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To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make permanent the rule treating certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Support passage of legislation (S. 700 and HR 1747) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes and is seeking an extension of bonus depreciation into 2012-13. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $100 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation. Monitoring the progress of the Main Street Fairness Act (S. 1452 and H.R. 2701) that streamlines the collection of state's sales taxes and collections.
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NAEDA is a member of the SaveOurGPS Coalition who asked that FCC rescind the ability of LightSquared to jeopardize the current GPS System. Coalition has sent letters to Congress, the White House and FCC on the issue. Some of our affiliates and dealers have also sent letters to Congress, FCC and USDA.
Support passage of legislation (S. 700 and HR 1747) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes and is seeking an extension of bonus depreciation into 2012-13. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $100 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation. Monitoring the progress of the Main Street Fairness Act (S. 1452 and H.R. 2701) that streamlines the collection of state's sales taxes and collections.
Source: Senate LDA
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make permanent the rule treating certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Support passage of legislation (S. 700 and HR 1747) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes and is seeking an extension of bonus depreciation into 2012-13. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $100 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation. Monitoring the progress of the Main Street Fairness Act (S. 1452 and H.R. 2701) that streamlines the collection of state's sales taxes and collections.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make permanent the rule treating certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Support passage of legislation (S. 700 and HR 1747) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes and is seeking an extension of bonus depreciation into 2012-13. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $100 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation. Monitoring the progress of the Main Street Fairness Act (S. 1452 and H.R. 2701) that streamlines the collection of state's sales taxes and collections.
Main Street Fairness Act
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Support passage of legislation (S. 700 and HR 1747) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes and is seeking an extension of bonus depreciation into 2012-13. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $100 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation. Monitoring the progress of the Main Street Fairness Act (S. 1452 and H.R. 2701) that streamlines the collection of state's sales taxes and collections.
Main Street Fairness Act
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Support passage of legislation (S. 700 and HR 1747) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes and is seeking an extension of bonus depreciation into 2012-13. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $100 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation. Monitoring the progress of the Main Street Fairness Act (S. 1452 and H.R. 2701) that streamlines the collection of state's sales taxes and collections.
Main Street Fairness Act
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Support passage of legislation (S. 700 and HR 1747) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes and is seeking an extension of bonus depreciation into 2012-13. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $100 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation. Monitoring the progress of the Main Street Fairness Act (S. 1452 and H.R. 2701) that streamlines the collection of state's sales taxes and collections.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make permanent the rule treating certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Support passage of legislation (S. 700 and HR 1747) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's effots to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS. Supported provisions in House Bill 4 that repeals the Form 1099 filing requirement. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported repeal of the 3% income tax withholding requirements when payments are made to equipment dealers and other businesses by governmental entities for goods or services after December 31, 2011 as required in the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $50 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make permanent the rule treating certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Support passage of legislation (S. 700 and HR 1747) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes and is seeking an extension of bonus depreciation into 2012-13.. In addition, involved with a service provider's effots to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS for tools purchased by technicians. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported repeal of the 3% income tax withholding requirements when payments are made to equipment dealers and other businesses by governmental entities for goods or services after December 31, 2011 as required in the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $50 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation. Monitoring the progress of the Main Street Fairness Act (S. 1452 and H.R. 2701) that streamlines the collection of state's sales taxes and collections.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to make permanent the rule treating certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Support passage of legislation (S. 700 and HR 1747) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes and is seeking an extension of bonus depreciation into 2012-13.. In addition, involved with a service provider's effots to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS for tools purchased by technicians. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported repeal of the 3% income tax withholding requirements when payments are made to equipment dealers and other businesses by governmental entities for goods or services after December 31, 2011 as required in the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $50 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation. Monitoring the progress of the Main Street Fairness Act (S. 1452 and H.R. 2701) that streamlines the collection of state's sales taxes and collections.
Main Street Fairness Act
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Support passage of legislation (S. 700 and HR 1747) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes and is seeking an extension of bonus depreciation into 2012-13.. In addition, involved with a service provider's effots to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS for tools purchased by technicians. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported repeal of the 3% income tax withholding requirements when payments are made to equipment dealers and other businesses by governmental entities for goods or services after December 31, 2011 as required in the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $50 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation. Monitoring the progress of the Main Street Fairness Act (S. 1452 and H.R. 2701) that streamlines the collection of state's sales taxes and collections.
Main Street Fairness Act
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Support passage of legislation (S. 700 and HR 1747) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes and is seeking an extension of bonus depreciation into 2012-13.. In addition, involved with a service provider's effots to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS for tools purchased by technicians. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported repeal of the 3% income tax withholding requirements when payments are made to equipment dealers and other businesses by governmental entities for goods or services after December 31, 2011 as required in the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $50 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation. Monitoring the progress of the Main Street Fairness Act (S. 1452 and H.R. 2701) that streamlines the collection of state's sales taxes and collections.
Employee Free Choice Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation (HR 1409 and S 560). Also sent comment to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration concerning an agriculture exemption from Hours of Service.
Employee Free Choice Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation (HR 1409, S 182 and S 560).
Employee Free Choice Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation (HR 1409 and S 560). Continue to monitor the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration actions and regulations concerning an agriculture exemption from Hours of Service.
Credit Card Interchange Fees Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Supporting HR 2382, HR 2695 and S 1212 that deals with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections. Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options.
Credit Card Interchange Fees Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Supporting HR 2382, HR 2695 and S 1212 that deals with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections. Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options. Supporting the "Durbin" amendment that regulates debt card "swipe fees."
Credit Card Interchange Fees Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Supporting HR 2382, HR 2695 and S 1212 that deals with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections. Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options. Supporting the "Durbin" amendment that regulates card "swipe fees."
Credit Card Interchange Fees Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Supporting HR 2382, HR 2695 and S 1212 that deals with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections. Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options. Supported amendments like the "Durbin" amendment that regulates card "swipe fees."
Credit Card Fair Fee Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Supporting HR 2382, HR 2695 and S 1212 that deals with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections. Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options. Supporting the "Durbin" amendment that regulates debt card "swipe fees."
Credit Card Fair Fee Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Supporting HR 2382, HR 2695 and S 1212 that deals with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections. Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options. Supported amendments like the "Durbin" amendment that regulates card "swipe fees."
Credit Card Fair Fee Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Supporting HR 2382, HR 2695 and S 1212 that deals with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections. Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options.
Credit Card Fair Fee Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Supporting HR 2382, HR 2695 and S 1212 that deals with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections. Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options. Supporting the "Durbin" amendment that regulates card "swipe fees."
Credit Card Fair Fee Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Supporting HR 2382, HR 2695 and S 1212 that deals with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections. Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options. Supported amendments like the "Durbin" amendment that regulates card "swipe fees."
Credit Card Fair Fee Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Supporting HR 2382, HR 2695 and S 1212 that deals with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections. Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options. Supporting the "Durbin" amendment that regulates card "swipe fees."
Credit Card Fair Fee Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Supporting HR 2382, HR 2695 and S 1212 that deals with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections. Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options. Supporting the "Durbin" amendment that regulates debt card "swipe fees."
Credit Card Fair Fee Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Supporting HR 2382, HR 2695 and S 1212 that deals with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections. Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options.
Paycheck Fairness Act
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation (HR 1409, S 182 and S 560).
Employee Free Choice Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation (HR 1409, S 182 and S 560).
Employee Free Choice Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation (HR 1409 and S 560). Continue to monitor the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration actions and regulations concerning an agriculture exemption from Hours of Service.
Employee Free Choice Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation (HR 1409 and S 560). Also sent comment to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration concerning an agriculture exemption from Hours of Service.
Employee Free Choice Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed Card Check legislation - H.R. 1409 and S. 560.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend for 2 years the treatment of certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 4186. Support passage of this bill to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's efforts to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by IRS. Submitted comments to the President's Economic Recovery Advisory Board on tax reform options for PERAB consideration.
Employee Free Choice Act of 2009
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed Card Check legislation - H.R. 1409 and S. 560.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's efforts to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by IRS.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
HR 2280 and S 1621 - Supported passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service providers efforts to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's efforts to recognize a "tool reimburesement" program for technicians by IRS.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment are depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. This same provision is included in the passed Senate version of H.R. 2419. Also belong to an industry coaltion that supports this and opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's efforts to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by IRS.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's efforts to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by IRS.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
HR 2280 and S 1621 - Supported passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service providers efforts to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's efforts to recognize a "tool reimburesement" program for technicians by IRS.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment are depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. This same provision is included in the passed Senate version of H.R. 2419. Also belong to an industry coaltion that supports this and opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's efforts to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by IRS.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's efforts to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by IRS.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's efforts to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by IRS.
Native American Sacred Lands Act
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment are depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. This same provision is included in the passed Senate version of H.R. 2419. Also belong to an industry coaltion that supports this and opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's efforts to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by IRS.
Native American Sacred Lands Act
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
General Discussion on the 2007 Farm Bill (HR 2419) and on trade and its impacts on agriculture equipment dealers.
Native American Sacred Lands Act
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
General Discussion on the 2007 Farm Bill (HR 2419) and on trade and its impacts on agriculture equipment dealers.
Native American Sacred Lands Act
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
General Discussion on the 2007 Farm Bill (HR 2419) and on trade and its impacts on agriculture equipment dealers.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment are depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. This same provision is also included in the Senate version of H.R. 2419. Also belong to an industry coalition that supports this and opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes.
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment are depreciated from 7 years to 5 years. Also joined an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment are depreciated from 7 years to 5 years. Also joined an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment are depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. This same provision is also included in the Senate version of H.R. 2419. Also belong to an industry coalition that supports this and opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes.
Native American Sacred Lands Act
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
General discussion on the 2007 Farm Bill (HR 2419) and on trade and their impacts on agriculture equipment dealers.
Native American Sacred Lands Act
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment are depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. This same provision is also included in the Senate version of H.R. 2419. Also belong to an industry coalition that supports this and opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 4236 and S. 1864 - Supported passage of these two bills to change the depreciation method on agriculture equipment from 7 years to 5 years. Also joined an industry coalition to oppose the repeal of LIFO as a method of inventory evaluation for tax purposes.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
HR 4236 and S 1864 - Supported passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment are depreciated from 7 years to 5 years. Also joined an industry coalition that opposes changes in the LIFO method of inventory accounting.
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to treat certain farming business machinery and equipment as 5-year property for purposes of depreciation.
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
HR 4236 and S 1864 - Supported passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment are depreciated from 7 years to 5 years. Also joined an industry coalition that opposes changes in the LIFO method of inventory accounting by IRS.
Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2005
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
HR 525, S 406 and S 1955 - Supported passage of all three pieces of legislation and joined an industry coalition for their passage.
Small Business Health Fairness Act of 2005
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 525, S. 406, and S. 1955 - Association Health Care Plans and Health Insurance Marketplace Modernization and Affordability Act. Supported all three bills and joined an industry coalition seeking passage of the bills.
Preparedness Against Domestic Terrorism Act of 2001
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
HR 525, S 406 and S 1955 - Supported passage of all three pieces of legislation and joined an industry coalition for their passage.
Preparedness Against Domestic Terrorism Act of 2001
Client: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER · Firm: NORTH AMERICAN EQUIPMENT DEALERS ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EQUIPMENT DEALER
H.R. 525, S. 406, and S. 1955 - Association Health Care Plans and Health Insurance Marketplace Modernization and Affordability Act. Supported all three bills and joined an industry coalition seeking passage of the bills.
NAEDA is supporting H. 1633 and S. 1528 that exempts farm dust from nuisance dust regulations under the Clean Water Act. In addition, we are supporting passage of H. 3265 and S. 1915 that would provide clarification regarding the applicability of exemptions relating to the transportation of agricultural commodities. Supported a provision in the "Highway Bill" that established standards for farm equipment lighting and markings. NAEDA supports a new farm bill (2012) which: provides for planting flexibility, provides a safety net for producers and considers extreme weather conditions and trade related issues, balances the needs of conservation and the needs of land used for production, considers trade issues, supports education and research efforts, provides for rural development activities to include agricultural credit, beginning farmer programs and value-added programs for a renewable bio-economy, and provides for educational programs to assist dealers to hire and retain quality employees in the agriculture and outdoor power equipment industries.
Belong to an industry coalition monitoring any proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation in the past and continue to oppose similar legislation and regulations that adversly affect our dealer members. Continue to monitor the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration actions and regulations concerning agriculture exemptions from Hours of Service and other truck regulations as agricultural supplier. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes the EEOC's proposed guidance document on criminal background checks and credit checks of potential employees. Also monitoring the activities of the National Labor Relations board on their rulings requiring labor notice posters in the workplace dealing with union formations, emlpoyee notifications, etc.
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S. Monitoring how USEPA implements the increase in blends rates for ethanol in motor fuels and how they implement their proposed green house gas regulations. Support the authorization of the Keystone XL pipeline construction project.
Following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extension of Trade Promotion Authority and the inclusion of Japan into the TransPacific Partnership (TPP) and giving Permanent Normal Trade Relations to Russia. Support the authorization of the Keystone XL pipeline with Canada.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
NAEDA is a member of the SaveOurGPS Coalition who asked that FCC rescind the ability of LightSquared to jeopardize the current GPS System. Coalition has sent letters to Congress, the White House and FCC on the issue. Some of our affiliates and dealers have also sent letters to Congress, FCC and USDA.
Support passage of legislation (S. 700 and HR 1747) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes and is seeking an extension of bonus depreciation into 2012-13. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $100 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation. Monitoring the progress of the Main Street Fairness Act (S. 1452 and H.R. 2701) that streamlines the collection of state's sales taxes and collections.
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S. Monitoring how USEPA implements the increase in blends rates for ethanol in motor fuels and how they implement their proposed green house gas regulations. Support the authorization of the Keystone XL pipeline construction project.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extension of Trade Promotion Authority and the inclusion of Japan into the TransPacific Partnership (TPP) and giving Permanent Normal Trade Relations to Russia. Support the authorization of the Keystone XL pipeline with Canada.
Following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options.
NAEDA is supporting H. 1633 and S. 1528 that exempts farm dust from nuisance dust regulations under the Clean Water Act. In addition, we are supporting passage of H. 3265 and S. 1915 that would provide clarification regarding the applicability of exemptions relating to the transportation of agricultural commodities. Support was also being given to S. 1499 and H. 843 that would establish standards for farm equipment lighting and markings in the "Highway Bill." NAEDA supports a new farm bill (2012) which: provides for planting flexibility, provides a safety net for producers and considers extreme weather conditions and trade related issues, balances the needs of conservation and the needs of land used for production, considers trade issues, supports education and research efforts, provides for rural development activities to include agricultural credit, beginning farmer programs and value-added programs for a renewable bio-economy, and provides for educational programs to assist dealers to hire and retain quality employees in the agriculture and outdoor power equipment industries.
Belong to an industry coalition monitoring any proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation in the past and continue to oppose similar legislation and regulations that adversly affect our dealer members. Continue to monitor the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration actions and regulations concerning agriculture exemptions from Hours of Service. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes the EEOC's proposed guidance document on criminal background checks and credit checks of potential employees. Also monitoring the activities of the National Labor Relations board on their rulings requiring labor notice posters in the workplace dealing with union formations, emlpoyee notifications, etc.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options.
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S. Monitoring how USEPA implements the increase in blends rates for ethanol in motor fuels and how they implement their proposed green house gas regulations. Support the authorization of the Keystone XL pipeline construction project.
NAEDA is a member of the SaveOurGPS Coalition asking that FCC rescind the ability of LightSquared to jeopardize the current GPS System. Coalition has sent letters to Congress, the White House and FCC on the issue. Some of our affiliates and dealers have also sent letters to Congress, FCC and USDA.
Support passage of legislation (S. 700 and HR 1747) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes and is seeking an extension of bonus depreciation into 2012-13. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $100 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation. Monitoring the progress of the Main Street Fairness Act (S. 1452 and H.R. 2701) that streamlines the collection of state's sales taxes and collections.
Belong to an industry coalition monitoring any proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation in the past and continue to oppose similar legislation and regulations that adversly affect our dealer members. Continue to monitor the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration actions and regulations concerning agriculture exemptions from Hours of Service. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes the EEOC's proposed guidance document on criminal background checks and credit checks of potential employees. Also monitoring the activities of the National Labor Relations board on their rulings requiring labor notice posters in the workplace dealing with union formations, emlpoyee notifications, etc.
NAEDA is supporting H. 1633 and S. 1528 that exempts farm dust from nuisance dust regulations under the Clean Water Act. In addition, we are supporting passage of H. 3265 and S. 1915 that would provide clarification regarding the applicability of exemptions relating to the transportation of agricultural commodities. Support is also being given to S. 1499 and H. 843 that would establish standards for farm equipment lighting and markings. NAEDA supports a new farm bill (2012) which: provides for planting flexibility, provides a safety net for producers and considers extreme weather conditions and trade related issues, balances the needs of conservation and the needs of land used for production, considers trade issues, supports education and research efforts, provides for rural development activities to include agricultural credit, beginning farmer programs and value-added programs for a renewable bio-economy, and provides for educational programs to assist dealers to hire and retain quality employees in the agriculture and outdoor power equipment industries.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extension of Trade Promotion Authority and the inclusion of Japan into the TransPacific Partnership (TPP). Support the authorization of the Keystone XL pipeline with Canada.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
NAEDA is a member of the SaveOurGPS Coalition asking that FCC rescind the ability of LightSquared to jeopardize the current GPS System. Coalition has sent letters to Congress, the White House and FCC on the issue. Some of our affiliates and dealers have also sent letters to Congress, FCC and USDA.
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S. Monitoring how USEPA implements the increase in blends rates for ethanol in motor fuels and how they implement their proposed green house gas regulations. Support the authorization of the Keystone XL pipeline construction project.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extension of Trade Promotion Authority and the inclusion of Japan into the TransPacific Partnership (TPP). Supported passage of the free trade agreements with Peru, Columbia, and S. Korea and efforts to resolve the Mexican trucking issue with the Department of Transportation. Support the authorization of the Keystone XL pipeline with Canada.
Support passage of legislation (S. 700 and HR 1747) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes and is seeking an extension of bonus depreciation into 2012-13.. In addition, involved with a service provider's effots to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS for tools purchased by technicians. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported repeal of the 3% income tax withholding requirements when payments are made to equipment dealers and other businesses by governmental entities for goods or services after December 31, 2011 as required in the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $50 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation. Monitoring the progress of the Main Street Fairness Act (S. 1452 and H.R. 2701) that streamlines the collection of state's sales taxes and collections.
Belong to an industry coalition monitoring any proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation in the past and continue to oppose similar legislation and regulations that adversly affect our dealer members. Continue to monitor the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration actions and regulations concerning an agriculture exemption from Hours of Service. The Guidence Document on the definition of Implements of Husbandry was withdrawn by FMCSA in favor of using state definitions. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes the EEOC's proposed guidance document on criminal background checks. Also monitoring the activities of the National Labor Relations board on their rulings requiring labor notice posters in the workplace dealing with union formations, emlpoyee notifications, etc.
NAEDA is supporting H. 1633 and S. 1528 that exempts farm dust from nuisance dust regulations under the Clean Water Act. In addition, we are supporting passage of H. 3265 and S. 1915 that would provide clarification regarding the applicability of exemptions relating to the transportation of agricultural commodities. Support is also being given to S. 1499 and H. 843 that would establish standards for farm equipment lighting and markings. NAEDA supports a new farm bill (2012) which: provides for planting flexibility, provides a safety net for producers and considers extreme weather conditions and trade related issues, balances the needs of conservation and the needs of land used for production, considers trade issues, supports education and research efforts, provides for rural development activities to include agricultural credit, beginning farmer programs and value-added programs for a renewable bio-economy, and provides for educational programs to assist dealers to hire and retain quality employees in the agriculture and outdoor power equipment industries. We are monitoring Congressional actions to the passage of H.R. 2112 by the House on June 16th. We are concerned as to how to protect the jurisdiction of the Agriculture Committees roll in the Farm Bill. H.R. 2112 makes appropriations to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Food and Drug Administration and related agencies. Our issue is the policy debate over farm safety net programsthey belong as a part of the legislative process for writing the 2012 farm bill. The belief is that the farm bill is constructed with considerable care and deliberation to serve as the overarching farm safety net policy for five years. Allowing the current farm bill to be decided during hasty yearly appropriations bills strips authority from the Agriculture Committees and moves the legislative process further from the thoughtful debate that crafts better policy. During consideration of H.R. 2112, the House Appropriations Committee adopted amendments that would effectively amend the 2008 farm bill with detrimental results for farm safety net programs. H.R. 2112 also contains large reductions in many of the programs authorized and funded through the 2008 farm bill. Decisions on how much mandatory spending should be allocated to programs that benefit farmers, rural communities, researchers and others should be made by the authorizing committee, such as the Agriculture Committees on both the House and Senate.
Supported legislative efforts that dealt with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections, particularly concerning debit cards and card "swipe fees." Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Supporting legislative efforts that deal with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections, particularly concerning debit cards and card "swipe fees." Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options.
Supporting passage of the 2012 Farm Bill. See additional details on the next page. NAEDA supports a new farm bill (2012) which: provides for planting flexibility, provides a safety net for producers and considers extreme weather conditions and trade related issues, balances the needs of conservation and the needs of land used for production, considers trade issues, supports education and research efforts, provides for rural development activities to include agricultural credit, beginning farmer programs and value-added programs for a renewable bio-economy, and provides for educational programs to assist dealers to hire and retain quality employees in the agriculture and outdoor power equipment industries. We are monitoring Congressional actions to the passage of H.R. 2112 by the House on June 16th. We are concerned as to how to protect the jurisdiction of the Agriculture Committees roll in the Farm Bill. H.R. 2112 makes appropriations to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Food and Drug Administration and related agencies. Our issue is the policy debate over farm safety net programsthey belong as a part of the legislative process for writing the 2012 farm bill. The belief is that the farm bill is constructed with considerable care and deliberation to serve as the overarching farm safety net policy for five years. Allowing the current farm bill to be decided during hasty yearly appropriations bills strips authority from the Agriculture Committees and moves the legislative process further from the thoughtful debate that crafts better policy. During consideration of H.R. 2112, the House Appropriations Committee adopted amendments that would effectively amend the 2008 farm bill with detrimental results for farm safety net programs. H.R. 2112 also contains large reductions in many of the programs authorized and funded through the 2008 farm bill. Decisions on how much mandatory spending should be allocated to programs that benefit farmers, rural communities, researchers and others should be made by the authorizing committee, such as the Agriculture Committees on both the House and Senate.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extension of Trade Promotion Authority and passage of free trade agreements with Panama, Columbia, and S. Korea. Supported efforts to resolve the NAFTA Mexican trucking issue.
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S. Monitoring how USEPA implements the increase in blends rates for ethanol in motor fuels and how they implement their proposed green house gas regulations..
Support passage of legislation (S. 700 and HR 1747) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes and is seeking an extension of bonus depreciation into 2012-13.. In addition, involved with a service provider's effots to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS for tools purchased by technicians. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported repeal of the 3% income tax withholding requirements when payments are made to equipment dealers and other businesses by governmental entities for goods or services after December 31, 2011 as required in the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $50 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation. Monitoring the progress of the Main Street Fairness Act (S. 1452 and H.R. 2701) that streamlines the collection of state's sales taxes and collections.
Belong to an industry coalition monitoring any proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation in the past and continue to oppose similar legislation and regulations that adversly affect our dealer members. Continue to monitor the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration actions and regulations concerning an agriculture exemption from Hours of Service and the Guidence Document on the definition of Implements of Husbandry. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes the EEOC's proposed guidance document on criminal background checks. Also monitoring the activities of the National Labor Relations board on their ruling requiring labor notice posters in the workplace dealing with union formations, emlpoyee notifications, etc.
NAEDA belongs to the SaveOurGPS Coalition asking that FCC rescind the ability of LightSquared to jeopardize the current GPS System. Coalition has sent letters to Congress, the White House and FCC on the issue. Some of our dealers have also sent letters to USDA.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office
NAEDA belongs to the SaveOurGPS Coalition asking that FCC rescind the ability of LightSquared to jeopardize the current GPS System. Coalition has sent letters to Congress, the White House and FCC on the issue. Some of our dealers have also sent letters to USDA.
Support passage of legislation (S. 700 and HR 1747) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's effots to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS. Supported provisions in House Bill 4 that repeals the Form 1099 filing requirement. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported repeal of the 3% income tax withholding requirements when payments are made to equipment dealers and other businesses by governmental entities for goods or services after December 31, 2011 as required in the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $50 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation.
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S. Monitoring how USEPA implements the increase in blends rates for ethanol in motor fuels and how they implement their proposed green house gas regulations..
Supporting legislative efforts that deal with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections, particularly concerning debit cards and card "swipe fees." Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options.
Support passage of legislation to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's effots to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS. Supported provisions in H 5297 that include extension of the "bonus depreciation" provison until December 31, 2010. Support legislation being proposed by Sens. Johanns and Lincoln to repeal the IRS 1099 provision that was included in the health care bill passed by congress. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extension of Trade Promotion Authority and passage of free trade agreements with Peru, Columbia, and S. Korea. Supported efforts to resolve the Mexican trucking issue. Supporting passage of legislation to ease trade restrictions with Cuba.
Supporting HR 2382, HR 2695 and S 1212 that deals with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections. Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options. Supporting the "Durbin" amendment that regulates card "swipe fees."
Support passage of legislation to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's effots to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS. Supported provisions in H 5297 that include extension of the "bonus depreciation" provison until December 31, 2010. Support legislation being proposed by Sens. Johanns and Lincoln to repeal the IRS 1099 provision that was included in the health care bill passed by congress. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extension of Trade Promotion Authority and passage of free trade agreements with Peru, Columbia, and S. Korea. Supported efforts to resolve the Mexican trucking issue.
Continue opposition to provisions of EPA's Watersense Regulations concerning turfgrass installation in new home construction. Opposed H. 5088 which changes the definition of "navicable" waters.
Supporting HR 2382, HR 2695 and S 1212 that deals with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections. Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options. Supporting the "Durbin" amendment that regulates debt card "swipe fees."
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extension of Trade Promotion Authority and passage of free trade agreements with Peru, Columbia, and S. Korea. Opposed to the extension of the Byrd amendment.
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S. Comments were sent to USEPA.
Supporting HR 2382, HR 2695 and S 1212 that deals with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections. Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options.
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed Card Check legislation - H.R. 1409 and S. 560.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extention of Trade Promotion Authority and the passage of free trade agreements with Peru, Columbia and S. Korea.
H.R. 4186. Support passage of this bill to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's efforts to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by IRS. Submitted comments to the President's Economic Recovery Advisory Board on tax reform options for PERAB consideration.
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S. Comments were sent to USEPA.
Support passage of legislation to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's effots to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS.
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extension of Trade Promotion Authority and passage of free trade agreements with Peru, Columbia, and S. Korea. Opposed to the extension of the Byrd amendment.
Belong to an industry coalition commenting the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation.
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed Card Check legislation
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S.
Supported passage of legislation to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service providers efforts to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extension of Trade Promotion Authority and the passage of free trade agreements with Peru, Columbia, and S. Korea. Opposed to the extension of the Byrd amendment.
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S.
HR 2280 and S 1621 - Supported passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service providers efforts to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS.
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on proproposed requlations concerning ADA.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports teh extention of Trade Promotion Authority and the passage of free trade agreements with Peru, Columbia and S. Korea. Opposed to the extension of the Byrd amendment.
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S.
General Discussion on the 2007 Farm Bill (HR 2419) and on trade and its impacts on agriculture equipment dealers.
Support passage of legislation concerning healthcare plans for associations. Belong to an industry coalition for passage of such legislation.
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's efforts to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by IRS.
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on proposed regualtions concerning ADA.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extention of Trade Promotion Authority and the passage of free trade agreements with Peru, Columbia and S. Korea. Opposed the extension of the Byrd amendment.
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's efforts to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by IRS.
Support passage of legislation concerning health care plans for associations. Belong to an industry coalition for passage of such legislations.
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on proposed regulations concerning ADA.
Belong to an industy coalition that supports the extention of Trade Promotion Authority for the adminstration and passage of free trade agreements with Peru, Columbia and S. Korea.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extention of Trade Promotion Authority for the President and passage of free trade agreements with Oman, Vietnam, Peru, Panama and Columbia.
General discussion on the 2007 Farm Bill (HR 2419) and on trade and their impacts on agriculture equipment dealers.
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment are depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. This same provision is also included in the Senate version of H.R. 2419. Also belong to an industry coalition that supports this and opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes.
General Discussion on the 2007 Farm Bill and trade and their impacts on agriculture equipment dealers
Joined an industry coalition that supported extention of Trade Promotion Authority for the President and passage of the free trade agreements with Oman, Vietnam, Peru, Panama and Columbia.
Support passage of legislation concerning association health care plans. Also joined an industry coalition for passage of such legislation.
HR 4236 and S 1864 - Supported passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment are depreciated from 7 years to 5 years. Also joined an industry coalition that opposes changes in the LIFO method of inventory accounting.
Joined an industry coalition that supporte passage of the DR-CAFTA trade agreement as well as the passage of the Oman, Vietman, and Peru trade agreeements.
General discussion on the 2007 Farm Bill and its impact on agriculture equipment dealers along with a discussion on trade issues and how BSE regulations affected the Canadian equipment dealers.
HR 4236 and S 1864 - Supported passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment are depreciated from 7 years to 5 years. Also joined an industry coalition that opposes changes in the LIFO method of inventory accounting by IRS.
General discussion on the 2007 Farm Bill and its impacts on teh agriculture equipment dealers along with discussion on trade issues.
Joined an industry coalition that supported passage of the DR-CAFTA trade agreement as well as passage of the Oman, Vietnam, and Peru trade agreements.
H.R. 525, S. 406, and S. 1955 - Association Health Care Plans and Health Insurance Marketplace Modernization and Affordability Act. Supported all three bills and joined an industry coalition seeking passage of the bills.
Supported passage of the DR-CAFTA, Peru, Vietnam and Oman trade agreements and participated in an industry coalition that also supported their passage.
H.R. 4236 and S. 1864 - Supported passage of these two bills to change the depreciation method on agriculture equipment from 7 years to 5 years. Also joined an industry coalition to oppose the repeal of LIFO as a method of inventory evaluation for tax purposes.
Supporting legislative efforts that deal with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections, particularly concerning debit cards and card "swipe fees." Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extension of Trade Promotion Authority and passage of free trade agreements with Peru, Columbia, and S. Korea. Supported efforts to resolve the Mexican trucking issue. Supporting passage of legislation to ease trade restrictions with Cuba.
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation in the past and continue to oppose similar legislation and regulations that adversly affect our dealer members. Continue to monitor the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration actions and regulations concerning an agriculture exemption from Hours of Service and the Guidence Document on the definition of Implements of Husbandry. Comments are due by August 1, 2011 on the definition. We also supported a candidate to serve as an advisory member to FMCSA Committee.
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S. Monitoring how USEPA implements the increase in blends rates for ethanol in motor fuels and how they implement their proposed green house gas regulations..
Supporting passage of the 2012 Farm Bill. See additional details on the next page. NAEDA supports a new farm bill (2012) which: provides for planting flexibility, provides a safety net for producers and considers extreme weather conditions and trade related issues, balances the needs of conservation and the needs of land used for production, considers trade issues, supports education and research efforts, provides for rural development activities to include agricultural credit, beginning farmer programs and value-added programs for a renewable bio-economy, and provides for educational programs to assist dealers to hire and retain quality employees in the agriculture and outdoor power equipment industries. We are monitoring Congressional actions to the passage of H.R. 2112 by the House on June 16th. We are concerned as to how to protect the jurisdiction of the Agriculture Committees roll in the Farm Bill. H.R. 2112 makes appropriations to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Food and Drug Administration and related agencies. Our issue is the policy debate over farm safety net programsthey belong as a part of the legislative process for writing the 2012 farm bill. The belief is that the farm bill is constructed with considerable care and deliberation to serve as the overarching farm safety net policy for five years. Allowing the current farm bill to be decided during hasty yearly appropriations bills strips authority from the Agriculture Committees and moves the legislative process further from the thoughtful debate that crafts better policy. During consideration of H.R. 2112, the House Appropriations Committee adopted amendments that would effectively amend the 2008 farm bill with detrimental results for farm safety net programs. H.R. 2112 also contains large reductions in many of the programs authorized and funded through the 2008 farm bill. Decisions on how much mandatory spending should be allocated to programs that benefit farmers, rural communities, researchers and others should be made by the authorizing committee, such as the Agriculture Committees on both the House and Senate.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office
Supporting passage of the 2012 Farm Bill. See additional details on the next page. NAEDA supports a new farm bill (2012) which: provides for planting flexibility, provides a safety net for producers and considers extreme weather conditions and trade related issues, balances the needs of conservation and the needs of land used for production, considers trade issues, supports education and research efforts, provides for rural development activities to include agricultural credit, beginning farmer programs and value-added programs for a renewable bio-economy, and provides for educational programs to assist dealers to hire and retain quality employees in the agriculture and outdoor power equipment industries.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extension of Trade Promotion Authority and passage of free trade agreements with Peru, Columbia, and S. Korea. Supported efforts to resolve the Mexican trucking issue. Supporting passage of legislation to ease trade restrictions with Cuba.
Support passage of legislation (S. 700) to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's effots to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS. Supported provisions in House Bill 4 that repeals the Form 1099 filing requirement. Also concentrated on supporting a version of the estate tax issue. Our policy is to see an estate tax law that would support a $5 million dollar exemption (indexed for inflation) at a maximum tax rate of 35%. Supported repeal of the 3% income tax withholding requirements when payments are made to equipment dealers and other businesses by governmental entities for goods or services after December 31, 2011 as required in the Tax Increase Prevention and Reconciliation Act of 2005. Supported changes in IRS Code Section 263A enacted as a part of the Tax Reform Act of 1986 requiring taxpayers to capitalize direct and indirect costs properly allocable to certain real property and tangible personal property produced by the taxpayer and the real property and certain personal property that is acquired by the taxpayer for resale. Section 263A applies when a business has more than $10 million in sales for the year. The section is receiving renewed attention from the IRS as more and more businesses are exceeding the $10 million sales threshold. The IRS has not changed the required sales level since the original enactment in 1986. We supported a review by Congress of the existing threshold and recommend a new threshold of at least $50 million dollars as a way to exempt smaller business from this unnecessary burden and tax calculation.
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation in the past and continue to oppose similar legislation and regulations that adversly affect our dealer members. Continue to monitor the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration actions and regulations concerning an agriculture exemption from Hours of Service. We have also supported a candidate to serve as an advisory member to FMCSA Committee.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office
Opposed H. 5088 which changes the definition of "navicable" waters.
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation (HR 1409 and S 560). Continue to monitor the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration actions and regulations concerning an agriculture exemption from Hours of Service.
Supporting HR 2382, HR 2695 and S 1212 that deals with merchant access to electronic payments and fee collections. Also following credit issues that affect the availability of both wholesale and retail financing options. Supported amendments like the "Durbin" amendment that regulates card "swipe fees."
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S. Monitoring how USEPA implements the increase in blends rates for ethanol in motor fuels.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office
Opposed H. 5088 which changes the definition of "navicable" waters.
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S. Comments were previously sent to USEPA supporting the increase in blends rates for ethanol in motor fuels.
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation (HR 1409 and S 560). Also sent comment to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration concerning an agriculture exemption from Hours of Service.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extension of Trade Promotion Authority and passage of free trade agreements with Peru, Columbia, and S. Korea. Supported efforts to resolve the Mexican trucking issue. Supporting passage of legislation to ease trade restrictions with Cuba.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S. Comments were sent to USEPA supporting the increase in blends rates for ethanol.
Support passage of legislation to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's effots to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS. Supported provisions in H 5297 that include extension of the "bonus depreciation" provison until December 31, 2010.
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation (HR 1409, S 182 and S 560).
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), White House Office
Support passage of legislation to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's effots to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS.
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation.
Opposed provisions of EPA's Watersense Regulations concerning turfgrass installation in new home construction.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), White House Office
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, White House Office
Belong to an industry coalition commenting the proposed regulations concerning ADA. Opposed to Card Check legislation.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extension of Trade Promotion Authority and passage of free trade agreements with Peru, Columbia, and S. Korea. Opposed to the extension of the Byrd amendment.
Opposed provisions of EPA's Watersense Regulations concerning turfgrass installation in new home construction.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), White House Office
Support passage of legislation to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's effots to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by the IRS.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), White House Office
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extension of Trade Promotion Authority and the passage of free trade agreements with Peru, Columbia, and S. Korea. Opposed to the extension of the Byrd amendment.
Filing targets: Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, White House Office
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on the proposed regulations concerning ADA.
Filing targets: Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, White House Office
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment is depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. Belong to an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's efforts to recognize a "tool reimburesement" program for technicians by IRS.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Energy, Dept of, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, White House Office
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S.
Belong to an industry coalition commenting on proposed regualtions concerning ADA.
Belong to an industry coalition that supports the extention of Trade Promotion Authority and the passage of free trade agreements with Peru, Columbia and S. Korea. Opposed the extension of the Byrd amendment.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of
Belong to the 25 x' 25 Coalition to expand the use of renewable fuels in the U.S.
General Discussion on the 2007 Farm Bill (HR 2419) and on trade and its impacts on agriculture equipment dealers.
Support passage of legislation concerning healthcare plans for associations. Belong to an industry coalition for passage of such legislation.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of
General Discussion on the 2007 Farm Bill (HR 2419) and on trade and its impacts on agriculture equipment dealers.
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment are depreciated over from 7 years to 5 years. This same provision is included in the passed Senate version of H.R. 2419. Also belong to an industry coaltion that supports this and opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting for tax purposes. In addition, involved with a service provider's efforts to recognize a "tool reimbursement" program for technicians by IRS.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE
Support passage of legislation concerning health care plans for associations. Belong to an industry coalition for passage of such legislation.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
H.R. 2280 and S. 1621 - Support passage of both bills to reduce the number of years farm and ranch equipment are depreciated from 7 years to 5 years. Also joined an industry coalition that opposes changes by IRS in the LIFO method of inventory accounting.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
HR 525, S 406 and S 1955 - Supported passage of all three pieces of legislation and joined an industry coalition for their passage.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
General Discussion on the 2007 Farm Bill and its potential impacts on equipment dealers. Discussed trade issues and the free trade agreements with Oman, Vietnam, and Peru and trade impacts of BSE regulations on Canadian equipment dealers.
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE