Reported covered position: Legislative Director, Rep. Claudia Tenney (NY)
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Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030.
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 409, the Emergency Pension Plan Relief Act of 2021, legislation to provide relief for multiemployer and single employer pension plans; entire bill. H.R. 423, the Emergency Pension Plan Relief Act of 2021, legislation to provide relief for multiemployer and single employer pension plans; entire bill. H. Con. Res. 11, Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030, Title II, Section 2001 (b) & (l), regarding reconciliation instructions for the Committees on Education and Labor & Ways and Means. S. Con. Res. 5, A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030, Section 2002(e) & (g), regarding reconciliation instructions for the Committees on Finance and Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; Title IX, Subtitle H, "Pensions." H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; proposed amendments to authorize alternative structures for multiemployer pension plans to provide a secure, sustainable retirement for workers while ensuring the viability of sponsoring employers (no amendments introduced). Implementation of Pub. L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; Title IX, Subtitle H, Section 9704, Special Financial Assistance Program for Financially Troubled Multiemployer Plans. Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Financial Factors in Selecting Plan Investments" (85 Fed. Reg. 39113, June 30, 2020).
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S.J. Res. 29, a joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing; Emergency Temporary Standard." Implementation of vaccine mandates for government contractors and subcontractors.
H.R. 3684, the "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act," a bill to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways programs, water infrastructure, school construction, airports, public buildings, and other infrastructure development; Division D, Title V, Part II, Subtitle D, section 40541, Grants for energy efficiency improvements and renewable energy improvements at public school facilities; Division E, "Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure"; Division J, "Appropriations," provisions addressing "Airport Infrastructure Grants" and "General Services Administration Real Property Activities Federal Buildings Fund.
Source: Senate LDA
George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 1690, the "Defending Our Defenders Act," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to make the murder of a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer a crime punishable by life in prison; entire bill. S. 42, the "Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act," legislation to ensure that state and local law enforcement may cooperate with Federal officials to protect our communities from violent criminals and suspected terrorists who are illegally present in the United States; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act of 2021," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 854, the "Methamphetamine Response Act," legislation to designate methamphetamine as an emerging threat; entire bill. S. 921, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit the purchase, ownership, or possession of enhanced body armor by civilians (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to protect law enforcement officers by enhancing the criminal penalties for murdering, attempting to murder, or assaulting a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to require the Justice Department to develop crisis intervention training tools for use by first responders related to interacting with persons who have a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and to better track the incidence of TBI and PTSD in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals (no bill introduced). General education regarding the need to extend the authority of the Drug Enforcement Administration to list fentanyl analogues under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act.
George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 4089, the "Darren Drake Act," a bill to direct DHS to develop and disseminate best practices for rental companies and dealers to report suspicious behavior to law enforcement agencies at the point of sale of a covered rental vehicle to prevent and mitigate acts of terrorism using motor vehicles; entire bill. H.R. 4500, the "Local Law Enforcement Protection Act," a bill to incentivize States to provide robust qualified immunity to law enforcement officers; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced). August 13, 2021, memorandum of the Associate Attorney General, "Review of the Use of Monitors in Civil Settlement Agreements and Consent Decrees involving State and Local Governmental Entities."
George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1610, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 2630, the "Extending Temporary Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Act," a bill to amend the Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act to extend until October 2021, a temporary order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. S. 1216, the "Temporary Extension of Fentanyl Scheduling Act," legislation to extend the temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act until July 2022; entire bill. H.R. 3079, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 3080, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1599, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1595, the "Thin Blue Line Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for convicted murderers who kill or target Americas public safety officers; entire bill. S. 1597, the "Lifesaving Gear for Police Act," legislation to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals; entire bill. S. Res. 215, a resolution designating the week of May 9 through May 15, 2021 as "National Police Week"; entire resolution. Legislative proposal to establish a Justice Department grant program to help law enforcement agencies secure high-tech, portable chemical screening devices that assist officers in the detection of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit harming animals used in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced).
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1319, the "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5, Title IX, Subtitle A, Part 4, Subtitle F, "Preserving Health Benefits for Workers."
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Client: FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS ASSOCIATION · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 353, the "Security Clearance Improvement Act of 2021," legislation to require the revision of the SF-86 questionnaire used for national security eligibility determinations to include questions regarding an "individual's membership in, or association with, organizations spreading conspiracy theories regarding the Government and participation in the activities" related to the January 6 attack on the Capitol; entire bill. H.R. 521, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. S. 129, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. H.R. 564, the "Comprehensive Paid Leave for Federal Employees Act," legislation to provide paid family and medical leave to federal employees; entire bill. H.R. 903, the "Rights for TSA Workforce Act of 2021," legislation to apply the personnel system under Title 5, U.S. Code, to employees of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA); proposed amendments to ensure that TSA law enforcement personnel do not receive a reduction in pay as a result of the transition to Title 5 and the General Schedule. H.R. 962, the "Law Enforcement Officers Equity Act," legislation to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it; entire bill. H.R. 1319, the "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5, Title IV, Section 4001, Emergency Federal Employee Leave Fund, and Section 4016, eligibility for workers' compensation benefits for federal employees diagnosed with COVID-19. Implementation of Pub. L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2021, and language in H. Rept. 116-456 directing the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts to report to Congress on providing Law Enforcement Availability Pay to U.S. Probation Officers. Legislative proposal to address the revised policy of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management to take retroactive and prospective assessments from a retiree's retirement annuity supplement in those cases where a Federal Employees Retirement System annuity is divided between the retiree and a former spouse (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to provide for reforms to the U.S. Postal Service (USPS); proposals to provide governmentwide reform of the Federal Employees' Compensation Act and to establish a new health care system applicable to USPS law enforcement personnel (no bill introduced). S. Con. Res. 5, a concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030; proposed amendment to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled as a result of COVID-19 as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position (no amendment introduced). General education regarding the need to provide agency heads with the authority to waive the application of the biweekly and annual pay caps for law enforcement personnel to address exigencies and staffing shortages.
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1319, the "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5, Title V, Section 5001, "Modifications to the paycheck protection program." H.R. 1799, the "Paycheck Protection Program Extension Act of 2021," legislation to amend the Small Business Act and the CARES Act to extend the covered period for the paycheck protection program, and for other purposes; entire bill.
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 409, the Emergency Pension Plan Relief Act of 2021, legislation to provide relief for multiemployer and single employer pension plans; entire bill. H.R. 423, the Emergency Pension Plan Relief Act of 2021, legislation to provide relief for multiemployer and single employer pension plans; entire bill. H. Con. Res. 11, Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030, Title II, Section 2001 (b) & (l), regarding reconciliation instructions for the Committees on Education and Labor & Ways and Means. S. Con. Res. 5, A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030, Section 2002(e) & (g), regarding reconciliation instructions for the Committees on Finance and Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; Title IX, Subtitle H, "Pensions." H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; proposed amendments to authorize alternative structures for multiemployer pension plans to provide a secure, sustainable retirement for workers while ensuring the viability of sponsoring employers (no amendments introduced). Implementation of Pub. L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; Title IX, Subtitle H, Section 9704, Special Financial Assistance Program for Financially Troubled Multiemployer Plans. Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Financial Factors in Selecting Plan Investments" (85 Fed. Reg. 39113, June 30, 2020).
Defending our Defenders Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 1690, the "Defending Our Defenders Act," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to make the murder of a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer a crime punishable by life in prison; entire bill. S. 42, the "Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act," legislation to ensure that state and local law enforcement may cooperate with Federal officials to protect our communities from violent criminals and suspected terrorists who are illegally present in the United States; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act of 2021," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 854, the "Methamphetamine Response Act," legislation to designate methamphetamine as an emerging threat; entire bill. S. 921, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit the purchase, ownership, or possession of enhanced body armor by civilians (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to protect law enforcement officers by enhancing the criminal penalties for murdering, attempting to murder, or assaulting a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to require the Justice Department to develop crisis intervention training tools for use by first responders related to interacting with persons who have a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and to better track the incidence of TBI and PTSD in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals (no bill introduced). General education regarding the need to extend the authority of the Drug Enforcement Administration to list fentanyl analogues under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act.
PPP Extension Act of 2021
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1319, the "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5, Title V, Section 5001, "Modifications to the paycheck protection program." H.R. 1799, the "Paycheck Protection Program Extension Act of 2021," legislation to amend the Small Business Act and the CARES Act to extend the covered period for the paycheck protection program, and for other purposes; entire bill.
Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act
Client: FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS ASSOCIATION · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 2137, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. S. 921, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. S. 1649, the "Probation Officer Protection Act," legislation to provide arrest authority to U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Officers for any third party who assaults, resists, intimidates, or interferes with a Probation Officer in the performance of their official duties; entire bill. Legislative proposal to provide arrest authority to U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Officers for any third party who assaults, resists, intimidates, or interferes with a Probation Officer in the performance of their official duties (no bill introduced).
Extending Temporary Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1610, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 2630, the "Extending Temporary Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Act," a bill to amend the Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act to extend until October 2021, a temporary order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. S. 1216, the "Temporary Extension of Fentanyl Scheduling Act," legislation to extend the temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act until July 2022; entire bill. H.R. 3079, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 3080, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1599, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1595, the "Thin Blue Line Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for convicted murderers who kill or target Americas public safety officers; entire bill. S. 1597, the "Lifesaving Gear for Police Act," legislation to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals; entire bill. S. Res. 215, a resolution designating the week of May 9 through May 15, 2021 as "National Police Week"; entire resolution. Legislative proposal to establish a Justice Department grant program to help law enforcement agencies secure high-tech, portable chemical screening devices that assist officers in the detection of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit harming animals used in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced).
Putting Our First Responders First Act of 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 3060, the "Putting First Responders First Act," a bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code to allow first responders to continue to exclude service-connected disability pension payments after reaching the age of retirement; entire bill. S. 1618, the "Putting First Responders First Act," a bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code to allow first responders to continue to exclude service-connected disability pension payments after reaching the age of retirement; entire bill.
Protect and Serve Act of 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1610, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 2630, the "Extending Temporary Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Act," a bill to amend the Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act to extend until October 2021, a temporary order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. S. 1216, the "Temporary Extension of Fentanyl Scheduling Act," legislation to extend the temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act until July 2022; entire bill. H.R. 3079, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 3080, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1599, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1595, the "Thin Blue Line Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for convicted murderers who kill or target Americas public safety officers; entire bill. S. 1597, the "Lifesaving Gear for Police Act," legislation to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals; entire bill. S. Res. 215, a resolution designating the week of May 9 through May 15, 2021 as "National Police Week"; entire resolution. Legislative proposal to establish a Justice Department grant program to help law enforcement agencies secure high-tech, portable chemical screening devices that assist officers in the detection of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit harming animals used in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced).
Back the Blue Act of 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1610, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 2630, the "Extending Temporary Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Act," a bill to amend the Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act to extend until October 2021, a temporary order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. S. 1216, the "Temporary Extension of Fentanyl Scheduling Act," legislation to extend the temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act until July 2022; entire bill. H.R. 3079, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 3080, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1599, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1595, the "Thin Blue Line Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for convicted murderers who kill or target Americas public safety officers; entire bill. S. 1597, the "Lifesaving Gear for Police Act," legislation to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals; entire bill. S. Res. 215, a resolution designating the week of May 9 through May 15, 2021 as "National Police Week"; entire resolution. Legislative proposal to establish a Justice Department grant program to help law enforcement agencies secure high-tech, portable chemical screening devices that assist officers in the detection of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit harming animals used in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced).
HELPER Act of 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 3172, the "Homes for Every Local Protector, Educator, and Responder (HELPER) Act of 2021," a bill to amend the National Housing Act to establish a mortgage insurance program for first responders; entire bill. S. 2981, the "Homes for Every Local Protector, Educator, and Responder (HELPER) Act of 2021," a bill to amend the National Housing Act to establish a mortgage insurance program for first responders; entire bill.
HELPER Act of 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 2936, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill. S. 1511, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill. H.R. 3071, the "Public Safety Officer Support Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to authorize public safety officer death benefits to officers suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder; entire bill. H.R. 3172, the "Homes for Every Local Protector, Educator, and Responder," a bill to amend the National Housing Act to establish a mortgage insurance program for first responders; entire bill. Legislative proposal to provide federal educational assistance to the families of law enforcement officers who die in the line of duty (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prevent restrictions on state and local law enforcements access to surplus military equipment through the Department of Defense 1033 program or other existing programs that would hamper the work of law enforcement or put officers lives in danger unnecessarily (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to reauthorize the Community Oriented Policing Services Program (no bill introduced). Implementation of Pub. L. 116-143, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," regarding the establishment of the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program by the FBI. Implementation of President Biden's Crime Prevention Strategy announced June 23, 2021 and resulting changes to authorized uses of Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Funds for law enforcement purposes and related Frequently Asked Questions.
Save Local Business Act
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 3185, the "Save Local Business Act," legislation to revise the "joint employment" standard under the National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act to codify the misclassification of workers; entire bill. S. 1636, the "Save Local Business Act," legislation to revise the "joint employment" standard under the National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act to codify the misclassification of workers; entire bill. House FY 2022 Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations Act; amendment proposal related to the eligibility of registered apprenticeship programs to receive Perkins Grants (no amendment introduced). General education concerning ways to improve the application of federal prevailing wages in the construction industry and the survey process to determine those wages. Registered apprenticeship and subpart B of title 29 CFR part 29 concerning standards recognition entities. The interpretation of joint employment under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Misclassification of construction workers and enforcement of related wage and hour laws in the construction industry. Occupational Safety and Health Administration emergency temporary standard for occupational exposure to COVID-19 (86 Fed. Reg. 32376; June 21, 2021). Department of Labor proposed rule regarding Rescission of Joint Employer Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act Rule (86 Fed. Reg. 14038, March 12, 2021). Peters Amendment to S. 1260, the United States Innovation and Competition Act" (applying Davis-Bacon prevailing wages to the Act). Cornyn Amendment #1858 to S. 1260, the United States Innovation and Competition Act (to remove Peters Amendment applying David-Bacon).
Security Clearance Improvement Act of 2021
Client: FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS ASSOCIATION · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 353, the "Security Clearance Improvement Act of 2021," legislation to require the revision of the SF-86 questionnaire used for national security eligibility determinations to include questions regarding an "individual's membership in, or association with, organizations spreading conspiracy theories regarding the Government and participation in the activities" related to the January 6 attack on the Capitol; entire bill. H.R. 521, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. S. 129, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. H.R. 564, the "Comprehensive Paid Leave for Federal Employees Act," legislation to provide paid family and medical leave to federal employees; entire bill. H.R. 903, the "Rights for TSA Workforce Act of 2021," legislation to apply the personnel system under Title 5, U.S. Code, to employees of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA); proposed amendments to ensure that TSA law enforcement personnel do not receive a reduction in pay as a result of the transition to Title 5 and the General Schedule. H.R. 962, the "Law Enforcement Officers Equity Act," legislation to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it; entire bill. H.R. 1319, the "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5, Title IV, Section 4001, Emergency Federal Employee Leave Fund, and Section 4016, eligibility for workers' compensation benefits for federal employees diagnosed with COVID-19. Implementation of Pub. L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2021, and language in H. Rept. 116-456 directing the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts to report to Congress on providing Law Enforcement Availability Pay to U.S. Probation Officers. Legislative proposal to address the revised policy of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management to take retroactive and prospective assessments from a retiree's retirement annuity supplement in those cases where a Federal Employees Retirement System annuity is divided between the retiree and a former spouse (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to provide for reforms to the U.S. Postal Service (USPS); proposals to provide governmentwide reform of the Federal Employees' Compensation Act and to establish a new health care system applicable to USPS law enforcement personnel (no bill introduced). S. Con. Res. 5, a concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030; proposed amendment to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled as a result of COVID-19 as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position (no amendment introduced). General education regarding the need to provide agency heads with the authority to waive the application of the biweekly and annual pay caps for law enforcement personnel to address exigencies and staffing shortages.
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 3684, the "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act," a bill to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways programs, water infrastructure, school construction, airports, public buildings, and other infrastructure development; Division D, Title V, Part II, Subtitle D, section 40541, Grants for energy efficiency improvements and renewable energy improvements at public school facilities; Division E, "Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure"; Division J, "Appropriations," provisions addressing "Airport Infrastructure Grants" and "General Services Administration Real Property Activities Federal Buildings Fund."
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 3684, the "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act," a bill to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways programs, water infrastructure, school construction, airports, public buildings, and other infrastructure development; Division D, Title V, Part II, Subtitle D, section 40541, Grants for energy efficiency improvements and renewable energy improvements at public school facilities; Division E, "Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure"; Division J, "Appropriations," provisions addressing "Airport Infrastructure Grants" and "General Services Administration Real Property Activities Federal Buildings Fund.
Implementation of H. Rept. 116-617 Conference Report to accompany H.R. 6395, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021; Title LXIV, establishing beneficial ownership information reporting requirements. H.R. 3684, the "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act," a bill to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs; Section 80603, amending Section 6045 of the Internal Revenue Code to require 1099-B information reporting by parties involved in cryptocurrency transactions.
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
General education concerning the need to apply federal prevailing wages to the funds for construction in H.R. 3684, the "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act," a bill to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways programs, water infrastructure, school construction, airports, public buildings and other infrastructure development. Lee Amdt. to HR. 3684, the "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act," to pay for the infrastructure spending in the bill by repealing federal prevailing wage rates. S. 1260, the "United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021," legislation to (in part) establish a critical supply chain resiliency program and the related need for the House to advance the funding for microchip manufacturing capacity that applies federal prevailing wage standards. Nomination of Jose Javier Rodriguez to lead the Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration. The need for enhanced enforcement of improper classification of construction workers under the Fair Labor Standards Act. General education concerning misclassification and wage theft in the construction industry and its impact on law-abiding employers. General education concerning the Administration's development of proposals to expand unionization with emphasis specific to the construction industry. The Wage and Hour Division's "Rescission of Joint Employer Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act Rule" (86 Fed. Reg. 40939; July 30, 2021) and the effective date of this rule. Forthcoming Wage and Hour Division proposed rule on "Modernizing the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts Regulations" (RIN 1235-AA40). Forthcoming Occupational Safety and Health Administration proposed rule on "Personal Protective Equipment in Construction" (RIN 1218-AD25). Forthcoming Occupational Safety and Health Administration rulemaking regarding "Heat Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work Settings" (RIN 1218-AD39). Forthcoming Occupational Safety and Health Administration Emergency Temporary Standard regarding vaccinations for employees of companies with more than 100 workers. Occupational Safety and Health Administration development of rulemaking related to exposure to silica in the construction industry and methods to comply with silica standards applicable to construction. General education concerning Industry Recognized Apprenticeship Programs created by the Trump Administration and forthcoming Employment and Training Administration proposed rule regarding "Apprenticeship Programs, Labor Standards for Registration, Amendment of Regulations" (RIN 1205-AC06).
Darren Drake Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 4089, the "Darren Drake Act," a bill to direct DHS to develop and disseminate best practices for rental companies and dealers to report suspicious behavior to law enforcement agencies at the point of sale of a covered rental vehicle to prevent and mitigate acts of terrorism using motor vehicles; entire bill. H.R. 4500, the "Local Law Enforcement Protection Act," a bill to incentivize States to provide robust qualified immunity to law enforcement officers; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced). August 13, 2021, memorandum of the Associate Attorney General, "Review of the Use of Monitors in Civil Settlement Agreements and Consent Decrees involving State and Local Governmental Entities."
Emergency Pension Plan Relief Act of 2021
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 409, the Emergency Pension Plan Relief Act of 2021, legislation to provide relief for multiemployer and single employer pension plans; entire bill. H.R. 423, the Emergency Pension Plan Relief Act of 2021, legislation to provide relief for multiemployer and single employer pension plans; entire bill. H. Con. Res. 11, Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030, Title II, Section 2001 (b) & (l), regarding reconciliation instructions for the Committees on Education and Labor & Ways and Means. S. Con. Res. 5, A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030, Section 2002(e) & (g), regarding reconciliation instructions for the Committees on Finance and Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; Title IX, Subtitle H, "Pensions." H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; proposed amendments to authorize alternative structures for multiemployer pension plans to provide a secure, sustainable retirement for workers while ensuring the viability of sponsoring employers (no amendments introduced). Implementation of Pub. L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; Title IX, Subtitle H, Section 9704, Special Financial Assistance Program for Financially Troubled Multiemployer Plans. Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Financial Factors in Selecting Plan Investments" (85 Fed. Reg. 39113, June 30, 2020).
Emergency Pension Plan Relief Act of 2021
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 409, the Emergency Pension Plan Relief Act of 2021, legislation to provide relief for multiemployer and single employer pension plans; entire bill. H.R. 423, the Emergency Pension Plan Relief Act of 2021, legislation to provide relief for multiemployer and single employer pension plans; entire bill. H. Con. Res. 11, Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030, Title II, Section 2001 (b) & (l), regarding reconciliation instructions for the Committees on Education and Labor & Ways and Means. S. Con. Res. 5, A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030, Section 2002(e) & (g), regarding reconciliation instructions for the Committees on Finance and Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; Title IX, Subtitle H, "Pensions." H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; proposed amendments to authorize alternative structures for multiemployer pension plans to provide a secure, sustainable retirement for workers while ensuring the viability of sponsoring employers (no amendments introduced). Implementation of Pub. L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; Title IX, Subtitle H, Section 9704, Special Financial Assistance Program for Financially Troubled Multiemployer Plans. Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Financial Factors in Selecting Plan Investments" (85 Fed. Reg. 39113, June 30, 2020).
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
Implementation of Pub. L. 116-143, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," regarding the establishment of the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program by the FBI. H.R. 4350, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," a bill to authorize appropriations for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction; H. Amdt. 534, restricting the Department of Defense from transferring certain surplus military property to federal, state, or local law enforcement agencies. H.R. 4965, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. S. 2683, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. H.R. 5305, the "Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act," a bill making continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for providing emergency assistance; Sec. 3104, "Extension of Temporary Order for Fentanyl-Related Substances." H.R. 5376, a bill to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Subtitle J, Section 31067, "Supplemental Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program." S. 1511, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill and proposed amendment to reauthorize legislation to extend such benefits to officers who die or become disabled as a result of COVID-19. S. 2853, the "Providing Officers With Electronic Resources (POWER) Act," a bill to provide grants to State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement agencies to purchase chemical screening devices and train personnel to use chemical screening devices in order to enhance law enforcement efficiency and protect law enforcement officers; entire bill. Legislative proposal to extend the authorization of Pub. L. 116-157, "Safeguarding America's First Responders Act" (no bill introduced).
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 4350, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," a bill to authorize appropriations for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction; S. Amdt. 4432, list of Department of Defense property eligible for transfer to law enforcement and study on use of authority to transfer property; S. Amdt. 4463, oversight of the procurement of equipment by state and local law governments through the Department of Defense; and S. Amdt. 4466, reform and oversight of Department of Defense Transfer of Personal Property to Law Enforcement Agencies and Other Entities. H.R. 4965, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. S. 2683, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. H.R. 5376, the "Build Back Better Act," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Sec. 31067, supplemental funding for the World Trade Center Health Program. H.R. 6119, the "Further Extending Government Funding Act," a bill making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022; Sec. 2101, "Extension of Temporary Order for Fentanyl-Related Substances." S. 1511, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill and proposed amendment to reauthorize legislation to extend such benefits to officers who die or become disabled as a result of COVID-19. Implementation of Pub. L. 116-143, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," regarding the establishment of the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program by the FBI.
National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 4350, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," a bill to authorize appropriations for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction; Jayapal amendment no. 184 to direct federal agencies to initiate debarment proceedings for contractors with repeat and willful wage theft violations; Porter amendment no. 592 to conform reporting requirements and create penalties for federal contractors failing to report beneficial ownership. Implementation of vaccine mandates for government contractors and subcontractors.
National Apprenticeship Act of 2021
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 447, the "National Apprenticeship Act," legislation to: (1) provide $3.5 billion over 5 years for grant programs to create or support registered apprenticeship programs; (2) codify and streamline standards for registered youth apprenticeships, pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs; (3) codify the Office of Apprenticeship at the Department of Labor; and (4) establish the National Advisory Committee on Apprenticeships; entire bill. Department of Labor final rule regarding "Joint Employer Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act" (85 Fed. Reg. 2820, January 16, 2020). Department of Labor proposed rule regarding Rescission of Joint Employer Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act Rule (86 Fed. Reg. 14038, March 12, 2021). Department of Labor final rule regarding Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (86 Fed. Reg. 1168, January 7, 2021). Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act: Delay of Effective Date" (86 Fed. Reg. 8326, February 5, 2021). Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act; Withdrawal" (86 Fed. Reg. 14027, March 12, 2021). Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, All Agency Memorandum 234, Fiscal Year 2021 Davis-Bacon Survey Plan and Fiscal Year 2022 Davis-Bacon Survey Plan under Consideration (December 14, 2020). Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, All Agency Memorandum Number 235, Rescission of All Agency Memorandum Number 212 Regarding the Applicability of Davis-Bacon Labor Standards to Members of Survey Crews (December 14, 2020). Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, All Agency Memorandum Number 236, Updating the $1 Million Threshold for Multiple Davis-Bacon Wage Determinations (December 14, 2020). Department of Labor Opinion Letter FLSA2019-6, concerning when a service provider for a virtual marketplace company is an independent contractor or an employee subject to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Executive Order 14016, "Revocation of Executive Order 13801" (86 Fed. Reg. 11089, February 23, 2021). Implementation of Executive Order 14008, "Tackling the Climate Crisis at Home and Abroad" (86 Fed. Reg. 7619, February 1, 2021); Section 206, "Procurement Standards." DOL OSHA consideration of an emergency temporary standard for COVID-19 and any such rule's impact on workplace practices developed by employers and signatory unions. Nomination of Marty Walsh to be Secretary of Labor. General education concerning the need to ensure Davis-Bacon coverage for any taxpayer funds expended as part of an infrastructure proposal. Application of Davis-Bacon to HUD projects.
Local Law Enforcement Protection Act of 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 4089, the "Darren Drake Act," a bill to direct DHS to develop and disseminate best practices for rental companies and dealers to report suspicious behavior to law enforcement agencies at the point of sale of a covered rental vehicle to prevent and mitigate acts of terrorism using motor vehicles; entire bill. H.R. 4500, the "Local Law Enforcement Protection Act," a bill to incentivize States to provide robust qualified immunity to law enforcement officers; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced). August 13, 2021, memorandum of the Associate Attorney General, "Review of the Use of Monitors in Civil Settlement Agreements and Consent Decrees involving State and Local Governmental Entities."
9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 4350, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," a bill to authorize appropriations for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction; S. Amdt. 4432, list of Department of Defense property eligible for transfer to law enforcement and study on use of authority to transfer property; S. Amdt. 4463, oversight of the procurement of equipment by state and local law governments through the Department of Defense; and S. Amdt. 4466, reform and oversight of Department of Defense Transfer of Personal Property to Law Enforcement Agencies and Other Entities. H.R. 4965, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. S. 2683, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. H.R. 5376, the "Build Back Better Act," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Sec. 31067, supplemental funding for the World Trade Center Health Program. H.R. 6119, the "Further Extending Government Funding Act," a bill making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022; Sec. 2101, "Extension of Temporary Order for Fentanyl-Related Substances." S. 1511, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill and proposed amendment to reauthorize legislation to extend such benefits to officers who die or become disabled as a result of COVID-19. Implementation of Pub. L. 116-143, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," regarding the establishment of the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program by the FBI.
9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
Implementation of Pub. L. 116-143, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," regarding the establishment of the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program by the FBI. H.R. 4350, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," a bill to authorize appropriations for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction; H. Amdt. 534, restricting the Department of Defense from transferring certain surplus military property to federal, state, or local law enforcement agencies. H.R. 4965, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. S. 2683, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. H.R. 5305, the "Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act," a bill making continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for providing emergency assistance; Sec. 3104, "Extension of Temporary Order for Fentanyl-Related Substances." H.R. 5376, a bill to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Subtitle J, Section 31067, "Supplemental Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program." S. 1511, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill and proposed amendment to reauthorize legislation to extend such benefits to officers who die or become disabled as a result of COVID-19. S. 2853, the "Providing Officers With Electronic Resources (POWER) Act," a bill to provide grants to State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement agencies to purchase chemical screening devices and train personnel to use chemical screening devices in order to enhance law enforcement efficiency and protect law enforcement officers; entire bill. Legislative proposal to extend the authorization of Pub. L. 116-157, "Safeguarding America's First Responders Act" (no bill introduced).
First Responder Fair RETIRE Act
Client: FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS ASSOCIATION · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 353, the "Security Clearance Improvement Act of 2021," legislation to require the revision of the SF-86 questionnaire used for national security eligibility determinations to include questions regarding an "individual's membership in, or association with, organizations spreading conspiracy theories regarding the Government and participation in the activities" related to the January 6 attack on the Capitol; entire bill. H.R. 521, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. S. 129, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. H.R. 564, the "Comprehensive Paid Leave for Federal Employees Act," legislation to provide paid family and medical leave to federal employees; entire bill. H.R. 903, the "Rights for TSA Workforce Act of 2021," legislation to apply the personnel system under Title 5, U.S. Code, to employees of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA); proposed amendments to ensure that TSA law enforcement personnel do not receive a reduction in pay as a result of the transition to Title 5 and the General Schedule. H.R. 962, the "Law Enforcement Officers Equity Act," legislation to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it; entire bill. H.R. 1319, the "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5, Title IV, Section 4001, Emergency Federal Employee Leave Fund, and Section 4016, eligibility for workers' compensation benefits for federal employees diagnosed with COVID-19. Implementation of Pub. L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2021, and language in H. Rept. 116-456 directing the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts to report to Congress on providing Law Enforcement Availability Pay to U.S. Probation Officers. Legislative proposal to address the revised policy of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management to take retroactive and prospective assessments from a retiree's retirement annuity supplement in those cases where a Federal Employees Retirement System annuity is divided between the retiree and a former spouse (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to provide for reforms to the U.S. Postal Service (USPS); proposals to provide governmentwide reform of the Federal Employees' Compensation Act and to establish a new health care system applicable to USPS law enforcement personnel (no bill introduced). S. Con. Res. 5, a concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030; proposed amendment to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled as a result of COVID-19 as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position (no amendment introduced). General education regarding the need to provide agency heads with the authority to waive the application of the biweekly and annual pay caps for law enforcement personnel to address exigencies and staffing shortages.
Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
Implementation of Pub. L. 116-143, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," regarding the establishment of the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program by the FBI. H.R. 4350, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," a bill to authorize appropriations for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction; H. Amdt. 534, restricting the Department of Defense from transferring certain surplus military property to federal, state, or local law enforcement agencies. H.R. 4965, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. S. 2683, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. H.R. 5305, the "Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act," a bill making continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for providing emergency assistance; Sec. 3104, "Extension of Temporary Order for Fentanyl-Related Substances." H.R. 5376, a bill to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Subtitle J, Section 31067, "Supplemental Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program." S. 1511, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill and proposed amendment to reauthorize legislation to extend such benefits to officers who die or become disabled as a result of COVID-19. S. 2853, the "Providing Officers With Electronic Resources (POWER) Act," a bill to provide grants to State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement agencies to purchase chemical screening devices and train personnel to use chemical screening devices in order to enhance law enforcement efficiency and protect law enforcement officers; entire bill. Legislative proposal to extend the authorization of Pub. L. 116-157, "Safeguarding America's First Responders Act" (no bill introduced).
Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 5376, the "Build Back Better Act," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Title XXII--Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits.
Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
Implementation of Pub. L. 116-143, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," regarding the establishment of the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program by the FBI. H.R. 4350, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," a bill to authorize appropriations for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction; H. Amdt. 534, restricting the Department of Defense from transferring certain surplus military property to federal, state, or local law enforcement agencies. H.R. 4965, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. S. 2683, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. H.R. 5305, the "Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act," a bill making continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for providing emergency assistance; Sec. 3104, "Extension of Temporary Order for Fentanyl-Related Substances." H.R. 5376, a bill to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Subtitle J, Section 31067, "Supplemental Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program." S. 1511, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill and proposed amendment to reauthorize legislation to extend such benefits to officers who die or become disabled as a result of COVID-19. S. 2853, the "Providing Officers With Electronic Resources (POWER) Act," a bill to provide grants to State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement agencies to purchase chemical screening devices and train personnel to use chemical screening devices in order to enhance law enforcement efficiency and protect law enforcement officers; entire bill. Legislative proposal to extend the authorization of Pub. L. 116-157, "Safeguarding America's First Responders Act" (no bill introduced).
Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 4350, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," a bill to authorize appropriations for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction; S. Amdt. 4432, list of Department of Defense property eligible for transfer to law enforcement and study on use of authority to transfer property; S. Amdt. 4463, oversight of the procurement of equipment by state and local law governments through the Department of Defense; and S. Amdt. 4466, reform and oversight of Department of Defense Transfer of Personal Property to Law Enforcement Agencies and Other Entities. H.R. 4965, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. S. 2683, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. H.R. 5376, the "Build Back Better Act," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Sec. 31067, supplemental funding for the World Trade Center Health Program. H.R. 6119, the "Further Extending Government Funding Act," a bill making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022; Sec. 2101, "Extension of Temporary Order for Fentanyl-Related Substances." S. 1511, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill and proposed amendment to reauthorize legislation to extend such benefits to officers who die or become disabled as a result of COVID-19. Implementation of Pub. L. 116-143, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," regarding the establishment of the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program by the FBI.
Inflation Reduction Act of 2022
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 5376, the "Build Back Better Act," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Sec. 21004, Adjustment of Civil Penalties; provisions related to funding for the creation and expansion of registered apprenticeship programs and pre-apprenticeship programs and funding for infrastructure. H.R. 5972, the "Leveraging and Energizing Americas Apprenticeship Programs Act," legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow employers a credit against income tax for employees who participate in qualified apprenticeship programs; entire bill. S. 1260, the "United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021," legislation to (in part) establish a critical supply chain resiliency program and the related funding for microchip manufacturing capacity that applies federal prevailing wage standards. Proposals for appropriations for the Department of Labor to include increased funding for enforcement agencies. Federal Acquisition Regulatory (FAR) Council September 30, 2021 memorandum on "Issuance of Agency Deviations to Implement Executive Order 14042" mandating vaccines for federal contractor employees. Occupational Safety and Health Administration advanced notice of proposed rulemaking regarding "Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work Settings" (86 Fed. Reg. 59309, October 27, 2021). Occupational Safety and Health Administration emergency temporary standard (86 Fed. Reg. 61402, November 5, 2021) regarding vaccination policy requirements for employers with 100 or more employees. Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Apprenticeship Programs, Labor Standards for Registration," (86 Fed. Reg. 62966, November 15, 2021) (proposing to rescind the regulations creating Industry Recognized Apprenticeship Programs). General education concerning the application of the Fair Labor Standards Act to the construction industry. General education concerning the implementation of vaccine mandates for construction industry employers. General education concerning ways to modernize and improve the regulations implementing the Davis-Bacon Act.
Comprehensive Paid Leave for Federal Employees Act
Client: FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS ASSOCIATION · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 353, the "Security Clearance Improvement Act of 2021," legislation to require the revision of the SF-86 questionnaire used for national security eligibility determinations to include questions regarding an "individual's membership in, or association with, organizations spreading conspiracy theories regarding the Government and participation in the activities" related to the January 6 attack on the Capitol; entire bill. H.R. 521, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. S. 129, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. H.R. 564, the "Comprehensive Paid Leave for Federal Employees Act," legislation to provide paid family and medical leave to federal employees; entire bill. H.R. 903, the "Rights for TSA Workforce Act of 2021," legislation to apply the personnel system under Title 5, U.S. Code, to employees of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA); proposed amendments to ensure that TSA law enforcement personnel do not receive a reduction in pay as a result of the transition to Title 5 and the General Schedule. H.R. 962, the "Law Enforcement Officers Equity Act," legislation to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it; entire bill. H.R. 1319, the "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5, Title IV, Section 4001, Emergency Federal Employee Leave Fund, and Section 4016, eligibility for workers' compensation benefits for federal employees diagnosed with COVID-19. Implementation of Pub. L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2021, and language in H. Rept. 116-456 directing the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts to report to Congress on providing Law Enforcement Availability Pay to U.S. Probation Officers. Legislative proposal to address the revised policy of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management to take retroactive and prospective assessments from a retiree's retirement annuity supplement in those cases where a Federal Employees Retirement System annuity is divided between the retiree and a former spouse (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to provide for reforms to the U.S. Postal Service (USPS); proposals to provide governmentwide reform of the Federal Employees' Compensation Act and to establish a new health care system applicable to USPS law enforcement personnel (no bill introduced). S. Con. Res. 5, a concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030; proposed amendment to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled as a result of COVID-19 as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position (no amendment introduced). General education regarding the need to provide agency heads with the authority to waive the application of the biweekly and annual pay caps for law enforcement personnel to address exigencies and staffing shortages.
LEAP Act
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 5376, the "Build Back Better Act," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Sec. 21004, Adjustment of Civil Penalties; provisions related to funding for the creation and expansion of registered apprenticeship programs and pre-apprenticeship programs and funding for infrastructure. H.R. 5972, the "Leveraging and Energizing Americas Apprenticeship Programs Act," legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow employers a credit against income tax for employees who participate in qualified apprenticeship programs; entire bill. S. 1260, the "United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021," legislation to (in part) establish a critical supply chain resiliency program and the related funding for microchip manufacturing capacity that applies federal prevailing wage standards. Proposals for appropriations for the Department of Labor to include increased funding for enforcement agencies. Federal Acquisition Regulatory (FAR) Council September 30, 2021 memorandum on "Issuance of Agency Deviations to Implement Executive Order 14042" mandating vaccines for federal contractor employees. Occupational Safety and Health Administration advanced notice of proposed rulemaking regarding "Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work Settings" (86 Fed. Reg. 59309, October 27, 2021). Occupational Safety and Health Administration emergency temporary standard (86 Fed. Reg. 61402, November 5, 2021) regarding vaccination policy requirements for employers with 100 or more employees. Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Apprenticeship Programs, Labor Standards for Registration," (86 Fed. Reg. 62966, November 15, 2021) (proposing to rescind the regulations creating Industry Recognized Apprenticeship Programs). General education concerning the application of the Fair Labor Standards Act to the construction industry. General education concerning the implementation of vaccine mandates for construction industry employers. General education concerning ways to modernize and improve the regulations implementing the Davis-Bacon Act.
Further Extending Government Funding Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 4350, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," a bill to authorize appropriations for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction; S. Amdt. 4432, list of Department of Defense property eligible for transfer to law enforcement and study on use of authority to transfer property; S. Amdt. 4463, oversight of the procurement of equipment by state and local law governments through the Department of Defense; and S. Amdt. 4466, reform and oversight of Department of Defense Transfer of Personal Property to Law Enforcement Agencies and Other Entities. H.R. 4965, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. S. 2683, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. H.R. 5376, the "Build Back Better Act," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Sec. 31067, supplemental funding for the World Trade Center Health Program. H.R. 6119, the "Further Extending Government Funding Act," a bill making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022; Sec. 2101, "Extension of Temporary Order for Fentanyl-Related Substances." S. 1511, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill and proposed amendment to reauthorize legislation to extend such benefits to officers who die or become disabled as a result of COVID-19. Implementation of Pub. L. 116-143, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," regarding the establishment of the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program by the FBI.
Implementation of H. Rept. 116-617 Conference Report to accompany H.R. 6395, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021; Title LXIV, establishing beneficial ownership information reporting requirements. H.R. 3684, the "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act," a bill to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs; Section 80603, amending Section 6045 of the Internal Revenue Code to require 1099-B information reporting by parties involved in cryptocurrency transactions.
JUSTICE Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 1690, the "Defending Our Defenders Act," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to make the murder of a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer a crime punishable by life in prison; entire bill. S. 42, the "Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act," legislation to ensure that state and local law enforcement may cooperate with Federal officials to protect our communities from violent criminals and suspected terrorists who are illegally present in the United States; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act of 2021," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 854, the "Methamphetamine Response Act," legislation to designate methamphetamine as an emerging threat; entire bill. S. 921, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit the purchase, ownership, or possession of enhanced body armor by civilians (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to protect law enforcement officers by enhancing the criminal penalties for murdering, attempting to murder, or assaulting a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to require the Justice Department to develop crisis intervention training tools for use by first responders related to interacting with persons who have a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and to better track the incidence of TBI and PTSD in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals (no bill introduced). General education regarding the need to extend the authority of the Drug Enforcement Administration to list fentanyl analogues under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act.
JUSTICE Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1610, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 2630, the "Extending Temporary Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Act," a bill to amend the Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act to extend until October 2021, a temporary order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. S. 1216, the "Temporary Extension of Fentanyl Scheduling Act," legislation to extend the temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act until July 2022; entire bill. H.R. 3079, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 3080, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1599, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1595, the "Thin Blue Line Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for convicted murderers who kill or target Americas public safety officers; entire bill. S. 1597, the "Lifesaving Gear for Police Act," legislation to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals; entire bill. S. Res. 215, a resolution designating the week of May 9 through May 15, 2021 as "National Police Week"; entire resolution. Legislative proposal to establish a Justice Department grant program to help law enforcement agencies secure high-tech, portable chemical screening devices that assist officers in the detection of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit harming animals used in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced).
Rights for the TSA Workforce Act of 2021
Client: FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS ASSOCIATION · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 353, the "Security Clearance Improvement Act of 2021," legislation to require the revision of the SF-86 questionnaire used for national security eligibility determinations to include questions regarding an "individual's membership in, or association with, organizations spreading conspiracy theories regarding the Government and participation in the activities" related to the January 6 attack on the Capitol; entire bill. H.R. 521, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. S. 129, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. H.R. 564, the "Comprehensive Paid Leave for Federal Employees Act," legislation to provide paid family and medical leave to federal employees; entire bill. H.R. 903, the "Rights for TSA Workforce Act of 2021," legislation to apply the personnel system under Title 5, U.S. Code, to employees of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA); proposed amendments to ensure that TSA law enforcement personnel do not receive a reduction in pay as a result of the transition to Title 5 and the General Schedule. H.R. 962, the "Law Enforcement Officers Equity Act," legislation to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it; entire bill. H.R. 1319, the "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5, Title IV, Section 4001, Emergency Federal Employee Leave Fund, and Section 4016, eligibility for workers' compensation benefits for federal employees diagnosed with COVID-19. Implementation of Pub. L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2021, and language in H. Rept. 116-456 directing the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts to report to Congress on providing Law Enforcement Availability Pay to U.S. Probation Officers. Legislative proposal to address the revised policy of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management to take retroactive and prospective assessments from a retiree's retirement annuity supplement in those cases where a Federal Employees Retirement System annuity is divided between the retiree and a former spouse (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to provide for reforms to the U.S. Postal Service (USPS); proposals to provide governmentwide reform of the Federal Employees' Compensation Act and to establish a new health care system applicable to USPS law enforcement personnel (no bill introduced). S. Con. Res. 5, a concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030; proposed amendment to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled as a result of COVID-19 as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position (no amendment introduced). General education regarding the need to provide agency heads with the authority to waive the application of the biweekly and annual pay caps for law enforcement personnel to address exigencies and staffing shortages.
Law Enforcement Officers Equity Act
Client: FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS ASSOCIATION · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 353, the "Security Clearance Improvement Act of 2021," legislation to require the revision of the SF-86 questionnaire used for national security eligibility determinations to include questions regarding an "individual's membership in, or association with, organizations spreading conspiracy theories regarding the Government and participation in the activities" related to the January 6 attack on the Capitol; entire bill. H.R. 521, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. S. 129, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. H.R. 564, the "Comprehensive Paid Leave for Federal Employees Act," legislation to provide paid family and medical leave to federal employees; entire bill. H.R. 903, the "Rights for TSA Workforce Act of 2021," legislation to apply the personnel system under Title 5, U.S. Code, to employees of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA); proposed amendments to ensure that TSA law enforcement personnel do not receive a reduction in pay as a result of the transition to Title 5 and the General Schedule. H.R. 962, the "Law Enforcement Officers Equity Act," legislation to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it; entire bill. H.R. 1319, the "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5, Title IV, Section 4001, Emergency Federal Employee Leave Fund, and Section 4016, eligibility for workers' compensation benefits for federal employees diagnosed with COVID-19. Implementation of Pub. L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2021, and language in H. Rept. 116-456 directing the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts to report to Congress on providing Law Enforcement Availability Pay to U.S. Probation Officers. Legislative proposal to address the revised policy of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management to take retroactive and prospective assessments from a retiree's retirement annuity supplement in those cases where a Federal Employees Retirement System annuity is divided between the retiree and a former spouse (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to provide for reforms to the U.S. Postal Service (USPS); proposals to provide governmentwide reform of the Federal Employees' Compensation Act and to establish a new health care system applicable to USPS law enforcement personnel (no bill introduced). S. Con. Res. 5, a concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030; proposed amendment to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled as a result of COVID-19 as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position (no amendment introduced). General education regarding the need to provide agency heads with the authority to waive the application of the biweekly and annual pay caps for law enforcement personnel to address exigencies and staffing shortages.
Temporary Extension of Fentanyl Scheduling Act of 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1610, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 2630, the "Extending Temporary Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Act," a bill to amend the Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act to extend until October 2021, a temporary order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. S. 1216, the "Temporary Extension of Fentanyl Scheduling Act," legislation to extend the temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act until July 2022; entire bill. H.R. 3079, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 3080, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1599, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1595, the "Thin Blue Line Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for convicted murderers who kill or target Americas public safety officers; entire bill. S. 1597, the "Lifesaving Gear for Police Act," legislation to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals; entire bill. S. Res. 215, a resolution designating the week of May 9 through May 15, 2021 as "National Police Week"; entire resolution. Legislative proposal to establish a Justice Department grant program to help law enforcement agencies secure high-tech, portable chemical screening devices that assist officers in the detection of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit harming animals used in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced).
United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 3185, the "Save Local Business Act," legislation to revise the "joint employment" standard under the National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act to codify the misclassification of workers; entire bill. S. 1636, the "Save Local Business Act," legislation to revise the "joint employment" standard under the National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act to codify the misclassification of workers; entire bill. House FY 2022 Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations Act; amendment proposal related to the eligibility of registered apprenticeship programs to receive Perkins Grants (no amendment introduced). General education concerning ways to improve the application of federal prevailing wages in the construction industry and the survey process to determine those wages. Registered apprenticeship and subpart B of title 29 CFR part 29 concerning standards recognition entities. The interpretation of joint employment under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Misclassification of construction workers and enforcement of related wage and hour laws in the construction industry. Occupational Safety and Health Administration emergency temporary standard for occupational exposure to COVID-19 (86 Fed. Reg. 32376; June 21, 2021). Department of Labor proposed rule regarding Rescission of Joint Employer Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act Rule (86 Fed. Reg. 14038, March 12, 2021). Peters Amendment to S. 1260, the United States Innovation and Competition Act" (applying Davis-Bacon prevailing wages to the Act). Cornyn Amendment #1858 to S. 1260, the United States Innovation and Competition Act (to remove Peters Amendment applying David-Bacon).
United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
General education concerning the need to apply federal prevailing wages to the funds for construction in H.R. 3684, the "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act," a bill to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways programs, water infrastructure, school construction, airports, public buildings and other infrastructure development. Lee Amdt. to HR. 3684, the "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act," to pay for the infrastructure spending in the bill by repealing federal prevailing wage rates. S. 1260, the "United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021," legislation to (in part) establish a critical supply chain resiliency program and the related need for the House to advance the funding for microchip manufacturing capacity that applies federal prevailing wage standards. Nomination of Jose Javier Rodriguez to lead the Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration. The need for enhanced enforcement of improper classification of construction workers under the Fair Labor Standards Act. General education concerning misclassification and wage theft in the construction industry and its impact on law-abiding employers. General education concerning the Administration's development of proposals to expand unionization with emphasis specific to the construction industry. The Wage and Hour Division's "Rescission of Joint Employer Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act Rule" (86 Fed. Reg. 40939; July 30, 2021) and the effective date of this rule. Forthcoming Wage and Hour Division proposed rule on "Modernizing the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts Regulations" (RIN 1235-AA40). Forthcoming Occupational Safety and Health Administration proposed rule on "Personal Protective Equipment in Construction" (RIN 1218-AD25). Forthcoming Occupational Safety and Health Administration rulemaking regarding "Heat Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work Settings" (RIN 1218-AD39). Forthcoming Occupational Safety and Health Administration Emergency Temporary Standard regarding vaccinations for employees of companies with more than 100 workers. Occupational Safety and Health Administration development of rulemaking related to exposure to silica in the construction industry and methods to comply with silica standards applicable to construction. General education concerning Industry Recognized Apprenticeship Programs created by the Trump Administration and forthcoming Employment and Training Administration proposed rule regarding "Apprenticeship Programs, Labor Standards for Registration, Amendment of Regulations" (RIN 1205-AC06).
United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 5376, the "Build Back Better Act," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Sec. 21004, Adjustment of Civil Penalties; provisions related to funding for the creation and expansion of registered apprenticeship programs and pre-apprenticeship programs and funding for infrastructure. H.R. 5972, the "Leveraging and Energizing Americas Apprenticeship Programs Act," legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow employers a credit against income tax for employees who participate in qualified apprenticeship programs; entire bill. S. 1260, the "United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021," legislation to (in part) establish a critical supply chain resiliency program and the related funding for microchip manufacturing capacity that applies federal prevailing wage standards. Proposals for appropriations for the Department of Labor to include increased funding for enforcement agencies. Federal Acquisition Regulatory (FAR) Council September 30, 2021 memorandum on "Issuance of Agency Deviations to Implement Executive Order 14042" mandating vaccines for federal contractor employees. Occupational Safety and Health Administration advanced notice of proposed rulemaking regarding "Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work Settings" (86 Fed. Reg. 59309, October 27, 2021). Occupational Safety and Health Administration emergency temporary standard (86 Fed. Reg. 61402, November 5, 2021) regarding vaccination policy requirements for employers with 100 or more employees. Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Apprenticeship Programs, Labor Standards for Registration," (86 Fed. Reg. 62966, November 15, 2021) (proposing to rescind the regulations creating Industry Recognized Apprenticeship Programs). General education concerning the application of the Fair Labor Standards Act to the construction industry. General education concerning the implementation of vaccine mandates for construction industry employers. General education concerning ways to modernize and improve the regulations implementing the Davis-Bacon Act.
First Responder Fair RETIRE Act
Client: FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS ASSOCIATION · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 353, the "Security Clearance Improvement Act of 2021," legislation to require the revision of the SF-86 questionnaire used for national security eligibility determinations to include questions regarding an "individual's membership in, or association with, organizations spreading conspiracy theories regarding the Government and participation in the activities" related to the January 6 attack on the Capitol; entire bill. H.R. 521, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. S. 129, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. H.R. 564, the "Comprehensive Paid Leave for Federal Employees Act," legislation to provide paid family and medical leave to federal employees; entire bill. H.R. 903, the "Rights for TSA Workforce Act of 2021," legislation to apply the personnel system under Title 5, U.S. Code, to employees of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA); proposed amendments to ensure that TSA law enforcement personnel do not receive a reduction in pay as a result of the transition to Title 5 and the General Schedule. H.R. 962, the "Law Enforcement Officers Equity Act," legislation to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it; entire bill. H.R. 1319, the "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5, Title IV, Section 4001, Emergency Federal Employee Leave Fund, and Section 4016, eligibility for workers' compensation benefits for federal employees diagnosed with COVID-19. Implementation of Pub. L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2021, and language in H. Rept. 116-456 directing the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts to report to Congress on providing Law Enforcement Availability Pay to U.S. Probation Officers. Legislative proposal to address the revised policy of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management to take retroactive and prospective assessments from a retiree's retirement annuity supplement in those cases where a Federal Employees Retirement System annuity is divided between the retiree and a former spouse (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to provide for reforms to the U.S. Postal Service (USPS); proposals to provide governmentwide reform of the Federal Employees' Compensation Act and to establish a new health care system applicable to USPS law enforcement personnel (no bill introduced). S. Con. Res. 5, a concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030; proposed amendment to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled as a result of COVID-19 as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position (no amendment introduced). General education regarding the need to provide agency heads with the authority to waive the application of the biweekly and annual pay caps for law enforcement personnel to address exigencies and staffing shortages.
Thin Blue Line Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1610, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 2630, the "Extending Temporary Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Act," a bill to amend the Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act to extend until October 2021, a temporary order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. S. 1216, the "Temporary Extension of Fentanyl Scheduling Act," legislation to extend the temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act until July 2022; entire bill. H.R. 3079, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 3080, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1599, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1595, the "Thin Blue Line Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for convicted murderers who kill or target Americas public safety officers; entire bill. S. 1597, the "Lifesaving Gear for Police Act," legislation to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals; entire bill. S. Res. 215, a resolution designating the week of May 9 through May 15, 2021 as "National Police Week"; entire resolution. Legislative proposal to establish a Justice Department grant program to help law enforcement agencies secure high-tech, portable chemical screening devices that assist officers in the detection of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit harming animals used in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced).
Lifesaving Gear for Police Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1610, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 2630, the "Extending Temporary Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Act," a bill to amend the Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act to extend until October 2021, a temporary order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. S. 1216, the "Temporary Extension of Fentanyl Scheduling Act," legislation to extend the temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act until July 2022; entire bill. H.R. 3079, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 3080, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1599, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1595, the "Thin Blue Line Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for convicted murderers who kill or target Americas public safety officers; entire bill. S. 1597, the "Lifesaving Gear for Police Act," legislation to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals; entire bill. S. Res. 215, a resolution designating the week of May 9 through May 15, 2021 as "National Police Week"; entire resolution. Legislative proposal to establish a Justice Department grant program to help law enforcement agencies secure high-tech, portable chemical screening devices that assist officers in the detection of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit harming animals used in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced).
Back the Blue Act of 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1610, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 2630, the "Extending Temporary Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Act," a bill to amend the Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act to extend until October 2021, a temporary order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. S. 1216, the "Temporary Extension of Fentanyl Scheduling Act," legislation to extend the temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act until July 2022; entire bill. H.R. 3079, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 3080, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1599, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1595, the "Thin Blue Line Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for convicted murderers who kill or target Americas public safety officers; entire bill. S. 1597, the "Lifesaving Gear for Police Act," legislation to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals; entire bill. S. Res. 215, a resolution designating the week of May 9 through May 15, 2021 as "National Police Week"; entire resolution. Legislative proposal to establish a Justice Department grant program to help law enforcement agencies secure high-tech, portable chemical screening devices that assist officers in the detection of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit harming animals used in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced).
Putting First Responders First Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 3060, the "Putting First Responders First Act," a bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code to allow first responders to continue to exclude service-connected disability pension payments after reaching the age of retirement; entire bill. S. 1618, the "Putting First Responders First Act," a bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code to allow first responders to continue to exclude service-connected disability pension payments after reaching the age of retirement; entire bill.
Save Local Business Act
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 3185, the "Save Local Business Act," legislation to revise the "joint employment" standard under the National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act to codify the misclassification of workers; entire bill. S. 1636, the "Save Local Business Act," legislation to revise the "joint employment" standard under the National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act to codify the misclassification of workers; entire bill. House FY 2022 Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations Act; amendment proposal related to the eligibility of registered apprenticeship programs to receive Perkins Grants (no amendment introduced). General education concerning ways to improve the application of federal prevailing wages in the construction industry and the survey process to determine those wages. Registered apprenticeship and subpart B of title 29 CFR part 29 concerning standards recognition entities. The interpretation of joint employment under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Misclassification of construction workers and enforcement of related wage and hour laws in the construction industry. Occupational Safety and Health Administration emergency temporary standard for occupational exposure to COVID-19 (86 Fed. Reg. 32376; June 21, 2021). Department of Labor proposed rule regarding Rescission of Joint Employer Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act Rule (86 Fed. Reg. 14038, March 12, 2021). Peters Amendment to S. 1260, the United States Innovation and Competition Act" (applying Davis-Bacon prevailing wages to the Act). Cornyn Amendment #1858 to S. 1260, the United States Innovation and Competition Act (to remove Peters Amendment applying David-Bacon).
Probation Officer Protection Act of 2021
Client: FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS ASSOCIATION · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 2137, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. S. 921, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. S. 1649, the "Probation Officer Protection Act," legislation to provide arrest authority to U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Officers for any third party who assaults, resists, intimidates, or interferes with a Probation Officer in the performance of their official duties; entire bill. Legislative proposal to provide arrest authority to U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Officers for any third party who assaults, resists, intimidates, or interferes with a Probation Officer in the performance of their official duties (no bill introduced).
9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 4350, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," a bill to authorize appropriations for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction; S. Amdt. 4432, list of Department of Defense property eligible for transfer to law enforcement and study on use of authority to transfer property; S. Amdt. 4463, oversight of the procurement of equipment by state and local law governments through the Department of Defense; and S. Amdt. 4466, reform and oversight of Department of Defense Transfer of Personal Property to Law Enforcement Agencies and Other Entities. H.R. 4965, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. S. 2683, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. H.R. 5376, the "Build Back Better Act," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Sec. 31067, supplemental funding for the World Trade Center Health Program. H.R. 6119, the "Further Extending Government Funding Act," a bill making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022; Sec. 2101, "Extension of Temporary Order for Fentanyl-Related Substances." S. 1511, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill and proposed amendment to reauthorize legislation to extend such benefits to officers who die or become disabled as a result of COVID-19. Implementation of Pub. L. 116-143, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," regarding the establishment of the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program by the FBI.
9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
Implementation of Pub. L. 116-143, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," regarding the establishment of the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program by the FBI. H.R. 4350, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," a bill to authorize appropriations for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction; H. Amdt. 534, restricting the Department of Defense from transferring certain surplus military property to federal, state, or local law enforcement agencies. H.R. 4965, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. S. 2683, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. H.R. 5305, the "Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act," a bill making continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for providing emergency assistance; Sec. 3104, "Extension of Temporary Order for Fentanyl-Related Substances." H.R. 5376, a bill to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Subtitle J, Section 31067, "Supplemental Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program." S. 1511, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill and proposed amendment to reauthorize legislation to extend such benefits to officers who die or become disabled as a result of COVID-19. S. 2853, the "Providing Officers With Electronic Resources (POWER) Act," a bill to provide grants to State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement agencies to purchase chemical screening devices and train personnel to use chemical screening devices in order to enhance law enforcement efficiency and protect law enforcement officers; entire bill. Legislative proposal to extend the authorization of Pub. L. 116-157, "Safeguarding America's First Responders Act" (no bill introduced).
POWER Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
Implementation of Pub. L. 116-143, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," regarding the establishment of the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program by the FBI. H.R. 4350, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," a bill to authorize appropriations for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction; H. Amdt. 534, restricting the Department of Defense from transferring certain surplus military property to federal, state, or local law enforcement agencies. H.R. 4965, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. S. 2683, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. H.R. 5305, the "Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act," a bill making continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for providing emergency assistance; Sec. 3104, "Extension of Temporary Order for Fentanyl-Related Substances." H.R. 5376, a bill to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Subtitle J, Section 31067, "Supplemental Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program." S. 1511, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill and proposed amendment to reauthorize legislation to extend such benefits to officers who die or become disabled as a result of COVID-19. S. 2853, the "Providing Officers With Electronic Resources (POWER) Act," a bill to provide grants to State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement agencies to purchase chemical screening devices and train personnel to use chemical screening devices in order to enhance law enforcement efficiency and protect law enforcement officers; entire bill. Legislative proposal to extend the authorization of Pub. L. 116-157, "Safeguarding America's First Responders Act" (no bill introduced).
HELPER Act of 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 3172, the "Homes for Every Local Protector, Educator, and Responder (HELPER) Act of 2021," a bill to amend the National Housing Act to establish a mortgage insurance program for first responders; entire bill. S. 2981, the "Homes for Every Local Protector, Educator, and Responder (HELPER) Act of 2021," a bill to amend the National Housing Act to establish a mortgage insurance program for first responders; entire bill.
EAGLES Act of 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1610, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 2630, the "Extending Temporary Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Act," a bill to amend the Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act to extend until October 2021, a temporary order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. S. 1216, the "Temporary Extension of Fentanyl Scheduling Act," legislation to extend the temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act until July 2022; entire bill. H.R. 3079, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 3080, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1599, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1595, the "Thin Blue Line Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for convicted murderers who kill or target Americas public safety officers; entire bill. S. 1597, the "Lifesaving Gear for Police Act," legislation to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals; entire bill. S. Res. 215, a resolution designating the week of May 9 through May 15, 2021 as "National Police Week"; entire resolution. Legislative proposal to establish a Justice Department grant program to help law enforcement agencies secure high-tech, portable chemical screening devices that assist officers in the detection of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit harming animals used in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced).
EAGLES Act of 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 1690, the "Defending Our Defenders Act," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to make the murder of a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer a crime punishable by life in prison; entire bill. S. 42, the "Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act," legislation to ensure that state and local law enforcement may cooperate with Federal officials to protect our communities from violent criminals and suspected terrorists who are illegally present in the United States; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act of 2021," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 854, the "Methamphetamine Response Act," legislation to designate methamphetamine as an emerging threat; entire bill. S. 921, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit the purchase, ownership, or possession of enhanced body armor by civilians (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to protect law enforcement officers by enhancing the criminal penalties for murdering, attempting to murder, or assaulting a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to require the Justice Department to develop crisis intervention training tools for use by first responders related to interacting with persons who have a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and to better track the incidence of TBI and PTSD in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals (no bill introduced). General education regarding the need to extend the authority of the Drug Enforcement Administration to list fentanyl analogues under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act.
Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 1690, the "Defending Our Defenders Act," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to make the murder of a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer a crime punishable by life in prison; entire bill. S. 42, the "Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act," legislation to ensure that state and local law enforcement may cooperate with Federal officials to protect our communities from violent criminals and suspected terrorists who are illegally present in the United States; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act of 2021," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 854, the "Methamphetamine Response Act," legislation to designate methamphetamine as an emerging threat; entire bill. S. 921, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit the purchase, ownership, or possession of enhanced body armor by civilians (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to protect law enforcement officers by enhancing the criminal penalties for murdering, attempting to murder, or assaulting a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to require the Justice Department to develop crisis intervention training tools for use by first responders related to interacting with persons who have a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and to better track the incidence of TBI and PTSD in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals (no bill introduced). General education regarding the need to extend the authority of the Drug Enforcement Administration to list fentanyl analogues under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act.
Protect and Serve Act of 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1610, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 2630, the "Extending Temporary Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Act," a bill to amend the Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act to extend until October 2021, a temporary order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. S. 1216, the "Temporary Extension of Fentanyl Scheduling Act," legislation to extend the temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act until July 2022; entire bill. H.R. 3079, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 3080, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1599, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1595, the "Thin Blue Line Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for convicted murderers who kill or target Americas public safety officers; entire bill. S. 1597, the "Lifesaving Gear for Police Act," legislation to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals; entire bill. S. Res. 215, a resolution designating the week of May 9 through May 15, 2021 as "National Police Week"; entire resolution. Legislative proposal to establish a Justice Department grant program to help law enforcement agencies secure high-tech, portable chemical screening devices that assist officers in the detection of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit harming animals used in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced).
Protect and Serve Act of 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 1690, the "Defending Our Defenders Act," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to make the murder of a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer a crime punishable by life in prison; entire bill. S. 42, the "Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act," legislation to ensure that state and local law enforcement may cooperate with Federal officials to protect our communities from violent criminals and suspected terrorists who are illegally present in the United States; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act of 2021," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 854, the "Methamphetamine Response Act," legislation to designate methamphetamine as an emerging threat; entire bill. S. 921, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit the purchase, ownership, or possession of enhanced body armor by civilians (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to protect law enforcement officers by enhancing the criminal penalties for murdering, attempting to murder, or assaulting a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to require the Justice Department to develop crisis intervention training tools for use by first responders related to interacting with persons who have a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and to better track the incidence of TBI and PTSD in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals (no bill introduced). General education regarding the need to extend the authority of the Drug Enforcement Administration to list fentanyl analogues under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act.
Methamphetamine Response Act of 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 1690, the "Defending Our Defenders Act," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to make the murder of a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer a crime punishable by life in prison; entire bill. S. 42, the "Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act," legislation to ensure that state and local law enforcement may cooperate with Federal officials to protect our communities from violent criminals and suspected terrorists who are illegally present in the United States; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act of 2021," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 854, the "Methamphetamine Response Act," legislation to designate methamphetamine as an emerging threat; entire bill. S. 921, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit the purchase, ownership, or possession of enhanced body armor by civilians (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to protect law enforcement officers by enhancing the criminal penalties for murdering, attempting to murder, or assaulting a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to require the Justice Department to develop crisis intervention training tools for use by first responders related to interacting with persons who have a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and to better track the incidence of TBI and PTSD in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals (no bill introduced). General education regarding the need to extend the authority of the Drug Enforcement Administration to list fentanyl analogues under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act.
Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Officers and Employees Protection Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 1690, the "Defending Our Defenders Act," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to make the murder of a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer a crime punishable by life in prison; entire bill. S. 42, the "Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act," legislation to ensure that state and local law enforcement may cooperate with Federal officials to protect our communities from violent criminals and suspected terrorists who are illegally present in the United States; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act of 2021," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 854, the "Methamphetamine Response Act," legislation to designate methamphetamine as an emerging threat; entire bill. S. 921, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit the purchase, ownership, or possession of enhanced body armor by civilians (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to protect law enforcement officers by enhancing the criminal penalties for murdering, attempting to murder, or assaulting a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to require the Justice Department to develop crisis intervention training tools for use by first responders related to interacting with persons who have a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and to better track the incidence of TBI and PTSD in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals (no bill introduced). General education regarding the need to extend the authority of the Drug Enforcement Administration to list fentanyl analogues under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act.
Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Officers and Employees Protection Act
Client: FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS ASSOCIATION · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 2137, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. S. 921, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. S. 1649, the "Probation Officer Protection Act," legislation to provide arrest authority to U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Officers for any third party who assaults, resists, intimidates, or interferes with a Probation Officer in the performance of their official duties; entire bill. Legislative proposal to provide arrest authority to U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Officers for any third party who assaults, resists, intimidates, or interferes with a Probation Officer in the performance of their official duties (no bill introduced).
A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2022 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2023 through 2031.
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
General education regarding the inclusion of immigration reform provisions in the bill to provide for reconciliation pursuant to S. Con. Res. 14, a concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2022 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2023 through 2031.
A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2022 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2023 through 2031.
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 4350, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," a bill to authorize appropriations for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction; S. Amdt. 4432, list of Department of Defense property eligible for transfer to law enforcement and study on use of authority to transfer property; S. Amdt. 4463, oversight of the procurement of equipment by state and local law governments through the Department of Defense; and S. Amdt. 4466, reform and oversight of Department of Defense Transfer of Personal Property to Law Enforcement Agencies and Other Entities. H.R. 4965, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. S. 2683, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. H.R. 5376, the "Build Back Better Act," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Sec. 31067, supplemental funding for the World Trade Center Health Program. H.R. 6119, the "Further Extending Government Funding Act," a bill making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022; Sec. 2101, "Extension of Temporary Order for Fentanyl-Related Substances." S. 1511, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill and proposed amendment to reauthorize legislation to extend such benefits to officers who die or become disabled as a result of COVID-19. Implementation of Pub. L. 116-143, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," regarding the establishment of the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program by the FBI.
A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2022 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2023 through 2031.
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
Implementation of Pub. L. 116-143, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," regarding the establishment of the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program by the FBI. H.R. 4350, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," a bill to authorize appropriations for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction; H. Amdt. 534, restricting the Department of Defense from transferring certain surplus military property to federal, state, or local law enforcement agencies. H.R. 4965, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. S. 2683, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. H.R. 5305, the "Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act," a bill making continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for providing emergency assistance; Sec. 3104, "Extension of Temporary Order for Fentanyl-Related Substances." H.R. 5376, a bill to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Subtitle J, Section 31067, "Supplemental Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program." S. 1511, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill and proposed amendment to reauthorize legislation to extend such benefits to officers who die or become disabled as a result of COVID-19. S. 2853, the "Providing Officers With Electronic Resources (POWER) Act," a bill to provide grants to State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement agencies to purchase chemical screening devices and train personnel to use chemical screening devices in order to enhance law enforcement efficiency and protect law enforcement officers; entire bill. Legislative proposal to extend the authorization of Pub. L. 116-157, "Safeguarding America's First Responders Act" (no bill introduced).
A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2022 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2023 through 2031.
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 5376, the "Build Back Better Act," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Title XXII--Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits.
A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2022 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2023 through 2031.
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 5376, the "Build Back Better Act," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Sec. 21004, Adjustment of Civil Penalties; provisions related to funding for the creation and expansion of registered apprenticeship programs and pre-apprenticeship programs and funding for infrastructure. H.R. 5972, the "Leveraging and Energizing Americas Apprenticeship Programs Act," legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow employers a credit against income tax for employees who participate in qualified apprenticeship programs; entire bill. S. 1260, the "United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021," legislation to (in part) establish a critical supply chain resiliency program and the related funding for microchip manufacturing capacity that applies federal prevailing wage standards. Proposals for appropriations for the Department of Labor to include increased funding for enforcement agencies. Federal Acquisition Regulatory (FAR) Council September 30, 2021 memorandum on "Issuance of Agency Deviations to Implement Executive Order 14042" mandating vaccines for federal contractor employees. Occupational Safety and Health Administration advanced notice of proposed rulemaking regarding "Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work Settings" (86 Fed. Reg. 59309, October 27, 2021). Occupational Safety and Health Administration emergency temporary standard (86 Fed. Reg. 61402, November 5, 2021) regarding vaccination policy requirements for employers with 100 or more employees. Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Apprenticeship Programs, Labor Standards for Registration," (86 Fed. Reg. 62966, November 15, 2021) (proposing to rescind the regulations creating Industry Recognized Apprenticeship Programs). General education concerning the application of the Fair Labor Standards Act to the construction industry. General education concerning the implementation of vaccine mandates for construction industry employers. General education concerning ways to modernize and improve the regulations implementing the Davis-Bacon Act.
A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030.
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 409, the Emergency Pension Plan Relief Act of 2021, legislation to provide relief for multiemployer and single employer pension plans; entire bill. H.R. 423, the Emergency Pension Plan Relief Act of 2021, legislation to provide relief for multiemployer and single employer pension plans; entire bill. H. Con. Res. 11, Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030, Title II, Section 2001 (b) & (l), regarding reconciliation instructions for the Committees on Education and Labor & Ways and Means. S. Con. Res. 5, A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030, Section 2002(e) & (g), regarding reconciliation instructions for the Committees on Finance and Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; Title IX, Subtitle H, "Pensions." H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; proposed amendments to authorize alternative structures for multiemployer pension plans to provide a secure, sustainable retirement for workers while ensuring the viability of sponsoring employers (no amendments introduced). Implementation of Pub. L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; Title IX, Subtitle H, Section 9704, Special Financial Assistance Program for Financially Troubled Multiemployer Plans. Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Financial Factors in Selecting Plan Investments" (85 Fed. Reg. 39113, June 30, 2020).
A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030.
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1319, the "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5, Title V, Section 5001, "Modifications to the paycheck protection program." H.R. 1799, the "Paycheck Protection Program Extension Act of 2021," legislation to amend the Small Business Act and the CARES Act to extend the covered period for the paycheck protection program, and for other purposes; entire bill.
A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030.
Client: FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS ASSOCIATION · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 353, the "Security Clearance Improvement Act of 2021," legislation to require the revision of the SF-86 questionnaire used for national security eligibility determinations to include questions regarding an "individual's membership in, or association with, organizations spreading conspiracy theories regarding the Government and participation in the activities" related to the January 6 attack on the Capitol; entire bill. H.R. 521, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. S. 129, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. H.R. 564, the "Comprehensive Paid Leave for Federal Employees Act," legislation to provide paid family and medical leave to federal employees; entire bill. H.R. 903, the "Rights for TSA Workforce Act of 2021," legislation to apply the personnel system under Title 5, U.S. Code, to employees of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA); proposed amendments to ensure that TSA law enforcement personnel do not receive a reduction in pay as a result of the transition to Title 5 and the General Schedule. H.R. 962, the "Law Enforcement Officers Equity Act," legislation to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it; entire bill. H.R. 1319, the "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5, Title IV, Section 4001, Emergency Federal Employee Leave Fund, and Section 4016, eligibility for workers' compensation benefits for federal employees diagnosed with COVID-19. Implementation of Pub. L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2021, and language in H. Rept. 116-456 directing the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts to report to Congress on providing Law Enforcement Availability Pay to U.S. Probation Officers. Legislative proposal to address the revised policy of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management to take retroactive and prospective assessments from a retiree's retirement annuity supplement in those cases where a Federal Employees Retirement System annuity is divided between the retiree and a former spouse (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to provide for reforms to the U.S. Postal Service (USPS); proposals to provide governmentwide reform of the Federal Employees' Compensation Act and to establish a new health care system applicable to USPS law enforcement personnel (no bill introduced). S. Con. Res. 5, a concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030; proposed amendment to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled as a result of COVID-19 as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position (no amendment introduced). General education regarding the need to provide agency heads with the authority to waive the application of the biweekly and annual pay caps for law enforcement personnel to address exigencies and staffing shortages.
A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030.
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1319, the "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5, Title IX, Subtitle A, Part 4, Subtitle F, "Preserving Health Benefits for Workers."
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing; Emergency Temporary Standard".
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
S.J. Res. 29, a joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Department of Labor relating to "COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing; Emergency Temporary Standard." Implementation of vaccine mandates for government contractors and subcontractors.
A resolution designating the week of May 9 through May 15, 2021, as "National Police Week".
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1610, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 2630, the "Extending Temporary Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Act," a bill to amend the Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act to extend until October 2021, a temporary order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. S. 1216, the "Temporary Extension of Fentanyl Scheduling Act," legislation to extend the temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act until July 2022; entire bill. H.R. 3079, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 3080, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1599, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1595, the "Thin Blue Line Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for convicted murderers who kill or target Americas public safety officers; entire bill. S. 1597, the "Lifesaving Gear for Police Act," legislation to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals; entire bill. S. Res. 215, a resolution designating the week of May 9 through May 15, 2021 as "National Police Week"; entire resolution. Legislative proposal to establish a Justice Department grant program to help law enforcement agencies secure high-tech, portable chemical screening devices that assist officers in the detection of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit harming animals used in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced).
Holocaust Victims Insurance Relief Act of 2003
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1610, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 2630, the "Extending Temporary Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Act," a bill to amend the Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act to extend until October 2021, a temporary order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. S. 1216, the "Temporary Extension of Fentanyl Scheduling Act," legislation to extend the temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act until July 2022; entire bill. H.R. 3079, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 3080, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1599, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1595, the "Thin Blue Line Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for convicted murderers who kill or target Americas public safety officers; entire bill. S. 1597, the "Lifesaving Gear for Police Act," legislation to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals; entire bill. S. Res. 215, a resolution designating the week of May 9 through May 15, 2021 as "National Police Week"; entire resolution. Legislative proposal to establish a Justice Department grant program to help law enforcement agencies secure high-tech, portable chemical screening devices that assist officers in the detection of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit harming animals used in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced).
Holocaust Victims Insurance Relief Act of 2003
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 1690, the "Defending Our Defenders Act," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to make the murder of a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer a crime punishable by life in prison; entire bill. S. 42, the "Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act," legislation to ensure that state and local law enforcement may cooperate with Federal officials to protect our communities from violent criminals and suspected terrorists who are illegally present in the United States; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act of 2021," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 854, the "Methamphetamine Response Act," legislation to designate methamphetamine as an emerging threat; entire bill. S. 921, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit the purchase, ownership, or possession of enhanced body armor by civilians (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to protect law enforcement officers by enhancing the criminal penalties for murdering, attempting to murder, or assaulting a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to require the Justice Department to develop crisis intervention training tools for use by first responders related to interacting with persons who have a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and to better track the incidence of TBI and PTSD in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals (no bill introduced). General education regarding the need to extend the authority of the Drug Enforcement Administration to list fentanyl analogues under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act.
Defined Benefit Pension Plan Reform Act of 2003
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1610, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 2630, the "Extending Temporary Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Act," a bill to amend the Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act to extend until October 2021, a temporary order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. S. 1216, the "Temporary Extension of Fentanyl Scheduling Act," legislation to extend the temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act until July 2022; entire bill. H.R. 3079, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 3080, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1599, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1595, the "Thin Blue Line Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for convicted murderers who kill or target Americas public safety officers; entire bill. S. 1597, the "Lifesaving Gear for Police Act," legislation to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals; entire bill. S. Res. 215, a resolution designating the week of May 9 through May 15, 2021 as "National Police Week"; entire resolution. Legislative proposal to establish a Justice Department grant program to help law enforcement agencies secure high-tech, portable chemical screening devices that assist officers in the detection of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit harming animals used in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced).
LEOSA Reform Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 3735, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," legislation to require the Director of the FBI to provide information on suicide rates in law enforcement; entire bill. S. 2746, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," legislation to require the Director of the FBI to provide information on suicide rates in law enforcement; entire bill. H.R. 5395, the "Back the Blue Act of 2019," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1480, the "Back the Blue Act of 2019," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 3201, the "Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act," legislation to extend the DEA's temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. H.R. 1156, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1325, the "Protect and Serve Act of 2019," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 954, the "POWER Act," legislation to provide grants to state, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement agencies to purchase chemical screening devices and train personnel to use chemical screening devices in order to enhance law enforcement efficiency and protect law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 6008, the "TBI and PTSD Law Enforcement Training Act," legislation to direct DOJ to develop crisis intervention training tools for use by first responders related to interacting with persons who have a traumatic brain injury or post-traumatic stress disorder, and to require the CDC to study and report on the incidence of TBI and PTSD in law enforcement; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers (no bill introduced).
Protect and Serve Act of 2019
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 3735, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," legislation to require the Director of the FBI to provide information on suicide rates in law enforcement; entire bill. S. 2746, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," legislation to require the Director of the FBI to provide information on suicide rates in law enforcement; entire bill. H.R. 5395, the "Back the Blue Act of 2019," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1480, the "Back the Blue Act of 2019," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 3201, the "Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act," legislation to extend the DEA's temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. H.R. 1156, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1325, the "Protect and Serve Act of 2019," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 954, the "POWER Act," legislation to provide grants to state, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement agencies to purchase chemical screening devices and train personnel to use chemical screening devices in order to enhance law enforcement efficiency and protect law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 6008, the "TBI and PTSD Law Enforcement Training Act," legislation to direct DOJ to develop crisis intervention training tools for use by first responders related to interacting with persons who have a traumatic brain injury or post-traumatic stress disorder, and to require the CDC to study and report on the incidence of TBI and PTSD in law enforcement; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers (no bill introduced).
Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 133, the "Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021," legislation making consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, providing coronavirus emergency response and relief, and for other purposes; Division N ("Additional Coronavirus Response and Relief"), Title III ("Continuing the Paycheck Protection Program and Other Small Business Support"). H.R. 8406, the "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act," legislation making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021; Division E ("Small Business Provisions"). Advocating that any coronavirus relief bill include provisions: (1) authorizing a second round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans that are targeted to small businesses that have continued to experience significant revenue declines; (2) allowing PPP borrowers to deduct business expenses paid for with a forgiven PPP loan; (3) making 501(c)(6) nonprofit business associations eligible for PPP loans; and (4) providing streamlined loan forgiveness for the smallest PPP loan recipients.
Restoring Investment in Improvements Act
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 748, the "Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act," legislation to provide emergency assistance and health care response for individuals, families, and businesses affected by the 2020 coronavirus pandemic; Sec. 2307, making amendments regarding qualified improvement property. H.R. 1869, the "Restoring Investments in Improvements Act," legislation to allow immediate expensing for the full cost of renovations to the interior of commercial buildings; entire bill. S. 803, the "Restoring Investments in Improvements Act," legislation to allow immediate expensing for the full cost of renovations to the interior of commercial buildings; entire bill.
Moving Forward Act
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 2, the "Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation (INVEST) in America Act," to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs, and for other purposes; amendment proposal to amend the definition of pre-apprenticeship to include training (including a curriculum for the training), aligned with industry standards and reviewed and approved annually by sponsors of the registered apprenticeships within the documented partnership; (Norcross Amendment 16). H.R. 2, the "Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation (INVEST) in America Act," to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs, and for other purposes; amendment proposal to amend sec. 1611 to require engagement with registered apprenticeships programs and to facilitate marketing and recruitment efforts; (Norcross Amendment 17). H.R. 2, the "Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation (INVEST) in America Act," to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs, and for other purposes; amendment proposal to require the Secretary of Transportation to require each prospective contractor on a construction project carried out directly by the Department of Transportation or a recipient of Federal assistance under section 117, to certify that, if awarded a contract for the project, the prospective contractor and its subcontractors shall make a good faith effort to meet or exceed the apprenticeship employment goal on such project; (Norcross Amendment 18). H.R. 2, the "Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation (INVEST) in America Act," to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs, and for other purposes; amendment proposal to amend Section 22111(d) to clarify that a state may reserve each fiscal year up to 1% of the sums allotted to the state under this section for the fiscal year to carry out pre-apprenticeship programs; (Norcross Amendment 74). H.R. 2, the "Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation (INVEST) in America Act," to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs, and for other purposes; Division F, Title II related to water investments; Division G, Title IV regarding funding for hospitals and other healthcare infrastructure; Division J regarding public housing; Division M, Title VI related to public housing; Title II, section 90307 rehabilitation tax credit for schools, and Title I, Subtitle B regarding school infrastructure bonds.
Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 266, the "Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act," legislation to provide emergency small business assistance and health care response for individuals, families, and businesses affected by the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic; entire bill. H.R. 7010, the "Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020," a bill to amend the Small Business Act and the CARES Act to modify certain provisions related to the forgiveness of loans under the Paycheck Protection Program, to allow recipients of loan forgiveness under the Paycheck Protection Program to defer payroll taxes; entire bill. Interim final rule entitled "Paycheck Protection Program-Second Extension of Limited Safe Harbor With Respect to Certification Concerning Need for PPP Loan and Lender Reporting," to extend the limited safe harbor with respect to certification concerning need for PPP loan request from May 14 to May 18, 2020 (85 Fed. Reg. 31357, May 26, 2020). Interim final rule entitled "Paycheck Protection Program-Requirements--Extension of Limited Safe Harbor With Respect to Certification Concerning Need for PPP Loan Request," to extend the limited safe harbor with respect to certification concerning need for PPP loan request from May 7 to May 14, 2020 (85 Fed. Reg. 29845, May 19, 2020). Interim final rule entitled "Paycheck Protection Program-Requirements-Promissory Notes, Authorizations, Affiliation, and Eligibility," to provide a limited safe harbor with respect to certification concerning need for PPP loan request (85 Fed. Reg. 23450, April 28, 2020). Interim final rule entitled "Paycheck Protection Program--Revisions to Loan Forgiveness and Loan Review Procedures Interim Final Rules," to issue an alternative PPP loan forgiveness application form, SBA Form 3508EZ (85 Fed. Reg. 38304, June 26, 2020). S. 4116, legislation to extend the authority for commitments for the Paycheck Protection Program and separate amounts authorized for other loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Ac; entire bill.
Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 3735, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," legislation to require the Director of the FBI to provide information on suicide rates in law enforcement; entire bill. S. 2746, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," legislation to require the Director of the FBI to provide information on suicide rates in law enforcement; entire bill. S. 3732, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to ensure that Section 1114 of Title 18, U.S. Code ("Protection of officers and employees of the United States") applies extraterritorially; entire bill. H.R. 7120, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2020," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. S. 3985, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 3912, the "Justice in Policing Act," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 7278, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 3873, the "Walter Scott Notification Act," legislation to require law enforcement agencies to report the use of lethal force and use of force; entire bill. S. 4036, the "Reforming Qualified Immunity Act," legislation to fundamentally alter the doctrine of qualified immunity as it is currently interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court; entire bill. S. Res. 613, a resolution calling for justice for George Floyd and opposing calls to defund the police; entire resolution. Executive Order 13929, "Safe Policing for Safe Communities." General education regarding law enforcement's use of facial recognition technology and the potential impact of proposals to impose a ban or moratorium on such use. General education concerning challenges that New York City law enforcement is facing in responding to civil unrest during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 3735, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," legislation to require the Director of the FBI to provide information on suicide rates in law enforcement; entire bill. S. 2746, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," legislation to require the Director of the FBI to provide information on suicide rates in law enforcement; entire bill. H.R. 5395, the "Back the Blue Act of 2019," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1480, the "Back the Blue Act of 2019," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 3201, the "Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act," legislation to extend the DEA's temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. H.R. 1156, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1325, the "Protect and Serve Act of 2019," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 954, the "POWER Act," legislation to provide grants to state, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement agencies to purchase chemical screening devices and train personnel to use chemical screening devices in order to enhance law enforcement efficiency and protect law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 6008, the "TBI and PTSD Law Enforcement Training Act," legislation to direct DOJ to develop crisis intervention training tools for use by first responders related to interacting with persons who have a traumatic brain injury or post-traumatic stress disorder, and to require the CDC to study and report on the incidence of TBI and PTSD in law enforcement; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers (no bill introduced).
Rehabilitation for Multiemployer Pensions Act of 2019
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 397, the "Rehabilitation for Multiemployer Pensions Act of 2019," legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to create a Pension Rehabilitation Trust Fund and to establish a Pension Rehabilitation Administration within the Department of the Treasury to make loans to multiemployer defined benefit plans; entire bill. H.R. 748, the "Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act," legislation to provide emergency assistance and health care response for individuals, families, and businesses affected by the 2020 coronavirus pandemic; proposals to include comprehensive multiemployer retirement plan reform and authorization of composite plans. Legislative proposals to authorize composite multiemployer pension plans as a means to provide a secure, sustainable retirement for workers while ensuring the viability of sponsoring employers (no bill introduced). Grassley-Alexander Concept Release concerning comprehensive reform of the multiemployer pension system; provisions related to composite plans, return assumptions, withdrawal liability, and PBGC premium rates (no bill introduced). General education concerning proposals for comprehensive reform of the defined benefit, multiemployer pension system and the importance of authorizing new plan designs as part of any such comprehensive reform.
Responsible Body Armor Possession Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 4568, the "Responsible Body Armor Possession Act," legislation to prohibit the purchase, ownership, or possession of enhanced body armor by civilians; entire bill. S. 178, the "Uighur Intervention and Global Humanitarian Unified Response Act of 2019," legislation to condemn gross human rights violations of ethnic Turkic Muslins in Xinjiang, and calling for an end to arbitrary detention, torture, and harassment of these communities inside and outside China; proposed amendment to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers (no amendment introduced). S. 4612, the "Methamphetamine Response Act of 2020," legislation to designate methamphethamine as an emerging threat, and for other purposes; entire bill. S. 4861, the "Deterring Undue Enforcement by Protecting Rights Of Citizens from Excessive Searches and Seizures Act," legislation to amend requirements under Title 18, U.S. Code, related to civil and criminal forfeiture; entire bill. Addressing the need for the Department of Justice to expedite its investigation into any groups or individuals responsible for facilitating or enabling the recent assaults and violence against federal, state, and local law enforcement officers. General education concerning the need to prevent New York City and other municipalities from refusing to cooperate with law enforcement in the apprehension of dangerous criminal aliens who are in the United States unlawfully. Implementation of the Task Force on Law Enforcement Oversight established by the Joint Explanatory Statement accompanying Title II (Department of Justice) of Division B of Pub. Law 116-260, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021.
Back the Blue Act of 2019
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 3735, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," legislation to require the Director of the FBI to provide information on suicide rates in law enforcement; entire bill. S. 2746, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," legislation to require the Director of the FBI to provide information on suicide rates in law enforcement; entire bill. H.R. 5395, the "Back the Blue Act of 2019," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1480, the "Back the Blue Act of 2019," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 3201, the "Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act," legislation to extend the DEA's temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. H.R. 1156, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1325, the "Protect and Serve Act of 2019," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 954, the "POWER Act," legislation to provide grants to state, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement agencies to purchase chemical screening devices and train personnel to use chemical screening devices in order to enhance law enforcement efficiency and protect law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 6008, the "TBI and PTSD Law Enforcement Training Act," legislation to direct DOJ to develop crisis intervention training tools for use by first responders related to interacting with persons who have a traumatic brain injury or post-traumatic stress disorder, and to require the CDC to study and report on the incidence of TBI and PTSD in law enforcement; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers (no bill introduced).
TBI and PTSD Law Enforcement Training Act
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 3735, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," legislation to require the Director of the FBI to provide information on suicide rates in law enforcement; entire bill. S. 2746, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," legislation to require the Director of the FBI to provide information on suicide rates in law enforcement; entire bill. H.R. 5395, the "Back the Blue Act of 2019," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1480, the "Back the Blue Act of 2019," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 3201, the "Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act," legislation to extend the DEA's temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. H.R. 1156, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1325, the "Protect and Serve Act of 2019," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 954, the "POWER Act," legislation to provide grants to state, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement agencies to purchase chemical screening devices and train personnel to use chemical screening devices in order to enhance law enforcement efficiency and protect law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 6008, the "TBI and PTSD Law Enforcement Training Act," legislation to direct DOJ to develop crisis intervention training tools for use by first responders related to interacting with persons who have a traumatic brain injury or post-traumatic stress disorder, and to require the CDC to study and report on the incidence of TBI and PTSD in law enforcement; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers (no bill introduced).
William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021
Client: SERGEANTS BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CITY · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 2812, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill. S. 1208, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill. H.R. 7667, the "Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2021," legislation making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021; Title II, Department of Justice, provisions to impose additional restrictions on the receipt of grant funds by state and local law enforcement agencies. H.R. 8649, the "Joshua John Comeau First Responder Cancer Benefit Act of 2020," legislation to amend the Public Safety Officers' Benefits Program to provide for a presumption of eligibility for benefits for certain public safety officers who died of exposure-related cancers; entire bill. H. Rept. 116-617 Conference Report to accompany H.R. 6395, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021; Title X, Subtitle E, Sec. 1053, "Sale or Donation of Excess Department of Defense Personal Property for Law Enforcement Activities." Legislative proposal to reauthorize the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Program (no bill introduced).
William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 6395, the "William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021," legislation to authorize appropriations for the Department of Defense; Subtitle E ("Other Matters"), Section 841 ("Modifications to Supervision and Award of Certain Contracts"). S. 4049, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021," legislation to authorize appropriations for the Department of Defense; proposed amendment to improve congressional oversight and public transparency of military construction contract awards (no amendment introduced).
William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021
Client: SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE · Firm: SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
H.R. 6395, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021," legislation to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2021 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and for other purposes; Subtitle E ("Other Matters"), Section 841 ("Modifications to Supervision and Award of Certain Contracts"). S. 4049, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021," legislation to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2021 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and for other purposes; proposed amendment to improve congressional oversight and public transparency of military construction contract awards (no amendment introduced). H.R. 6764, the "Put Our Neighbors to Work Act of 2020," legislation to amend title 10, United States Code, to improve congressional oversight and public transparency of military construction contract awards; entire bill.
Put Our Neighbors to Work Act of 2020
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H.R. 6764, the "Put Our Neighbors to Work Act of 2020," legislation to provide greater subcontracting opportunities to subcontractors in the local area where a Defense Department construction project is occurring; entire bill.
H.R. 5376, the "Build Back Better Act," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Sec. 21004, Adjustment of Civil Penalties; provisions related to funding for the creation and expansion of registered apprenticeship programs and pre-apprenticeship programs and funding for infrastructure. H.R. 5972, the "Leveraging and Energizing Americas Apprenticeship Programs Act," legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow employers a credit against income tax for employees who participate in qualified apprenticeship programs; entire bill. S. 1260, the "United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021," legislation to (in part) establish a critical supply chain resiliency program and the related funding for microchip manufacturing capacity that applies federal prevailing wage standards. Proposals for appropriations for the Department of Labor to include increased funding for enforcement agencies. Federal Acquisition Regulatory (FAR) Council September 30, 2021 memorandum on "Issuance of Agency Deviations to Implement Executive Order 14042" mandating vaccines for federal contractor employees. Occupational Safety and Health Administration advanced notice of proposed rulemaking regarding "Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work Settings" (86 Fed. Reg. 59309, October 27, 2021). Occupational Safety and Health Administration emergency temporary standard (86 Fed. Reg. 61402, November 5, 2021) regarding vaccination policy requirements for employers with 100 or more employees. Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Apprenticeship Programs, Labor Standards for Registration," (86 Fed. Reg. 62966, November 15, 2021) (proposing to rescind the regulations creating Industry Recognized Apprenticeship Programs). General education concerning the application of the Fair Labor Standards Act to the construction industry. General education concerning the implementation of vaccine mandates for construction industry employers. General education concerning ways to modernize and improve the regulations implementing the Davis-Bacon Act.
Legislative proposals to provide for additional reforms to the multiemployer pension system, including composite plans (no bill introduced). Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) interim final rule and request for comments regarding "Special Financial Assistance from PBGC" (86 Fed. Reg. 36598, July 12, 2021). Employee Benefits Security Administration proposed rule regarding "Prudence and Loyalty in Selecting Plan Investments and Exercising Shareholder Rights" (86 Fed. Reg. 57272, October 14, 2021).
H.R. 5376, the "Build Back Better Act," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Title XXII--Paid Family and Medical Leave Benefits.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
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2021 · fourth_quarter · 4T
H.R. 4350, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," a bill to authorize appropriations for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction; S. Amdt. 4432, list of Department of Defense property eligible for transfer to law enforcement and study on use of authority to transfer property; S. Amdt. 4463, oversight of the procurement of equipment by state and local law governments through the Department of Defense; and S. Amdt. 4466, reform and oversight of Department of Defense Transfer of Personal Property to Law Enforcement Agencies and Other Entities. H.R. 4965, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. S. 2683, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. H.R. 5376, the "Build Back Better Act," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Sec. 31067, supplemental funding for the World Trade Center Health Program. H.R. 6119, the "Further Extending Government Funding Act," a bill making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022; Sec. 2101, "Extension of Temporary Order for Fentanyl-Related Substances." S. 1511, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill and proposed amendment to reauthorize legislation to extend such benefits to officers who die or become disabled as a result of COVID-19. Implementation of Pub. L. 116-143, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," regarding the establishment of the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program by the FBI.
H.R. 3172, the "Homes for Every Local Protector, Educator, and Responder (HELPER) Act of 2021," a bill to amend the National Housing Act to establish a mortgage insurance program for first responders; entire bill. S. 2981, the "Homes for Every Local Protector, Educator, and Responder (HELPER) Act of 2021," a bill to amend the National Housing Act to establish a mortgage insurance program for first responders; entire bill.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE
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2021 · third_quarter · Q3
H.R. 3684, the "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act," a bill to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways programs, water infrastructure, school construction, airports, public buildings, and other infrastructure development; Division D, Title V, Part II, Subtitle D, section 40541, Grants for energy efficiency improvements and renewable energy improvements at public school facilities; Division E, "Drinking Water and Wastewater Infrastructure"; Division J, "Appropriations," provisions addressing "Airport Infrastructure Grants" and "General Services Administration Real Property Activities Federal Buildings Fund."
General education regarding the inclusion of immigration reform provisions in the bill to provide for reconciliation pursuant to S. Con. Res. 14, a concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2022 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2023 through 2031.
H.R. 4350, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," a bill to authorize appropriations for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction; Jayapal amendment no. 184 to direct federal agencies to initiate debarment proceedings for contractors with repeat and willful wage theft violations; Porter amendment no. 592 to conform reporting requirements and create penalties for federal contractors failing to report beneficial ownership. Implementation of vaccine mandates for government contractors and subcontractors.
General education concerning the need to apply federal prevailing wages to the funds for construction in H.R. 3684, the "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act," a bill to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways programs, water infrastructure, school construction, airports, public buildings and other infrastructure development. Lee Amdt. to HR. 3684, the "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act," to pay for the infrastructure spending in the bill by repealing federal prevailing wage rates. S. 1260, the "United States Innovation and Competition Act of 2021," legislation to (in part) establish a critical supply chain resiliency program and the related need for the House to advance the funding for microchip manufacturing capacity that applies federal prevailing wage standards. Nomination of Jose Javier Rodriguez to lead the Department of Labor's Employment and Training Administration. The need for enhanced enforcement of improper classification of construction workers under the Fair Labor Standards Act. General education concerning misclassification and wage theft in the construction industry and its impact on law-abiding employers. General education concerning the Administration's development of proposals to expand unionization with emphasis specific to the construction industry. The Wage and Hour Division's "Rescission of Joint Employer Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act Rule" (86 Fed. Reg. 40939; July 30, 2021) and the effective date of this rule. Forthcoming Wage and Hour Division proposed rule on "Modernizing the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts Regulations" (RIN 1235-AA40). Forthcoming Occupational Safety and Health Administration proposed rule on "Personal Protective Equipment in Construction" (RIN 1218-AD25). Forthcoming Occupational Safety and Health Administration rulemaking regarding "Heat Illness Prevention in Outdoor and Indoor Work Settings" (RIN 1218-AD39). Forthcoming Occupational Safety and Health Administration Emergency Temporary Standard regarding vaccinations for employees of companies with more than 100 workers. Occupational Safety and Health Administration development of rulemaking related to exposure to silica in the construction industry and methods to comply with silica standards applicable to construction. General education concerning Industry Recognized Apprenticeship Programs created by the Trump Administration and forthcoming Employment and Training Administration proposed rule regarding "Apprenticeship Programs, Labor Standards for Registration, Amendment of Regulations" (RIN 1205-AC06).
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
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2021 · third_quarter · Q3
Implementation of H. Rept. 116-617 Conference Report to accompany H.R. 6395, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021; Title LXIV, establishing beneficial ownership information reporting requirements. H.R. 3684, the "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act," a bill to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs; Section 80603, amending Section 6045 of the Internal Revenue Code to require 1099-B information reporting by parties involved in cryptocurrency transactions.
Filing targets: Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE
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2021 · third_quarter · Q3
H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 4089, the "Darren Drake Act," a bill to direct DHS to develop and disseminate best practices for rental companies and dealers to report suspicious behavior to law enforcement agencies at the point of sale of a covered rental vehicle to prevent and mitigate acts of terrorism using motor vehicles; entire bill. H.R. 4500, the "Local Law Enforcement Protection Act," a bill to incentivize States to provide robust qualified immunity to law enforcement officers; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced). August 13, 2021, memorandum of the Associate Attorney General, "Review of the Use of Monitors in Civil Settlement Agreements and Consent Decrees involving State and Local Governmental Entities."
Implementation of Pub. L. 116-143, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," regarding the establishment of the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program by the FBI. H.R. 4350, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022," a bill to authorize appropriations for military activities of the Department of Defense and for military construction; H. Amdt. 534, restricting the Department of Defense from transferring certain surplus military property to federal, state, or local law enforcement agencies. H.R. 4965, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. S. 2683, the "9/11 Responder and Survivor Health Funding Correction Act," a bill to amend title XXXIII of the Public Health Service Act with respect to flexibility and funding for the World Trade Center Health Program; entire bill. H.R. 5305, the "Extending Government Funding and Delivering Emergency Assistance Act," a bill making continuing appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for providing emergency assistance; Sec. 3104, "Extension of Temporary Order for Fentanyl-Related Substances." H.R. 5376, a bill to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 14; Subtitle J, Section 31067, "Supplemental Funding for the World Trade Center Health Program." S. 1511, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill and proposed amendment to reauthorize legislation to extend such benefits to officers who die or become disabled as a result of COVID-19. S. 2853, the "Providing Officers With Electronic Resources (POWER) Act," a bill to provide grants to State, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement agencies to purchase chemical screening devices and train personnel to use chemical screening devices in order to enhance law enforcement efficiency and protect law enforcement officers; entire bill. Legislative proposal to extend the authorization of Pub. L. 116-157, "Safeguarding America's First Responders Act" (no bill introduced).
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE
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2021 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R. 3185, the "Save Local Business Act," legislation to revise the "joint employment" standard under the National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act to codify the misclassification of workers; entire bill. S. 1636, the "Save Local Business Act," legislation to revise the "joint employment" standard under the National Labor Relations Act and Fair Labor Standards Act to codify the misclassification of workers; entire bill. House FY 2022 Labor-Health and Human Services Appropriations Act; amendment proposal related to the eligibility of registered apprenticeship programs to receive Perkins Grants (no amendment introduced). General education concerning ways to improve the application of federal prevailing wages in the construction industry and the survey process to determine those wages. Registered apprenticeship and subpart B of title 29 CFR part 29 concerning standards recognition entities. The interpretation of joint employment under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Misclassification of construction workers and enforcement of related wage and hour laws in the construction industry. Occupational Safety and Health Administration emergency temporary standard for occupational exposure to COVID-19 (86 Fed. Reg. 32376; June 21, 2021). Department of Labor proposed rule regarding Rescission of Joint Employer Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act Rule (86 Fed. Reg. 14038, March 12, 2021). Peters Amendment to S. 1260, the United States Innovation and Competition Act" (applying Davis-Bacon prevailing wages to the Act). Cornyn Amendment #1858 to S. 1260, the United States Innovation and Competition Act (to remove Peters Amendment applying David-Bacon).
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2021 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R. 2137, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. S. 921, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. S. 1649, the "Probation Officer Protection Act," legislation to provide arrest authority to U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Officers for any third party who assaults, resists, intimidates, or interferes with a Probation Officer in the performance of their official duties; entire bill. Legislative proposal to provide arrest authority to U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services Officers for any third party who assaults, resists, intimidates, or interferes with a Probation Officer in the performance of their official duties (no bill introduced).
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS)
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2021 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R. 3060, the "Putting First Responders First Act," a bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code to allow first responders to continue to exclude service-connected disability pension payments after reaching the age of retirement; entire bill. S. 1618, the "Putting First Responders First Act," a bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code to allow first responders to continue to exclude service-connected disability pension payments after reaching the age of retirement; entire bill.
H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1610, the "LEOSA Reform Act," a bill to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by qualified active and retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 2630, the "Extending Temporary Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Act," a bill to amend the Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act to extend until October 2021, a temporary order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. S. 1216, the "Temporary Extension of Fentanyl Scheduling Act," legislation to extend the temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act until July 2022; entire bill. H.R. 3079, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 3080, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1599, the "Back the Blue Act," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1595, the "Thin Blue Line Act," legislation to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for convicted murderers who kill or target Americas public safety officers; entire bill. S. 1597, the "Lifesaving Gear for Police Act," legislation to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals; entire bill. S. Res. 215, a resolution designating the week of May 9 through May 15, 2021 as "National Police Week"; entire resolution. Legislative proposal to establish a Justice Department grant program to help law enforcement agencies secure high-tech, portable chemical screening devices that assist officers in the detection of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit harming animals used in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to extend the scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act (no bills introduced).
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2021 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 409, the Emergency Pension Plan Relief Act of 2021, legislation to provide relief for multiemployer and single employer pension plans; entire bill. H.R. 423, the Emergency Pension Plan Relief Act of 2021, legislation to provide relief for multiemployer and single employer pension plans; entire bill. H. Con. Res. 11, Establishing the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030, Title II, Section 2001 (b) & (l), regarding reconciliation instructions for the Committees on Education and Labor & Ways and Means. S. Con. Res. 5, A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030, Section 2002(e) & (g), regarding reconciliation instructions for the Committees on Finance and Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; Title IX, Subtitle H, "Pensions." H.R. 1319, the American Rescue Plan Act, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; proposed amendments to authorize alternative structures for multiemployer pension plans to provide a secure, sustainable retirement for workers while ensuring the viability of sponsoring employers (no amendments introduced). Implementation of Pub. L. 117-2, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5; Title IX, Subtitle H, Section 9704, Special Financial Assistance Program for Financially Troubled Multiemployer Plans. Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Financial Factors in Selecting Plan Investments" (85 Fed. Reg. 39113, June 30, 2020).
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2021 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 353, the "Security Clearance Improvement Act of 2021," legislation to require the revision of the SF-86 questionnaire used for national security eligibility determinations to include questions regarding an "individual's membership in, or association with, organizations spreading conspiracy theories regarding the Government and participation in the activities" related to the January 6 attack on the Capitol; entire bill. H.R. 521, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. S. 129, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. H.R. 564, the "Comprehensive Paid Leave for Federal Employees Act," legislation to provide paid family and medical leave to federal employees; entire bill. H.R. 903, the "Rights for TSA Workforce Act of 2021," legislation to apply the personnel system under Title 5, U.S. Code, to employees of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA); proposed amendments to ensure that TSA law enforcement personnel do not receive a reduction in pay as a result of the transition to Title 5 and the General Schedule. H.R. 962, the "Law Enforcement Officers Equity Act," legislation to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it; entire bill. H.R. 1319, the "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5, Title IV, Section 4001, Emergency Federal Employee Leave Fund, and Section 4016, eligibility for workers' compensation benefits for federal employees diagnosed with COVID-19. Implementation of Pub. L. 116-260, the Consolidated Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2021, and language in H. Rept. 116-456 directing the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts to report to Congress on providing Law Enforcement Availability Pay to U.S. Probation Officers. Legislative proposal to address the revised policy of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management to take retroactive and prospective assessments from a retiree's retirement annuity supplement in those cases where a Federal Employees Retirement System annuity is divided between the retiree and a former spouse (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to amend the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes to extend 6(c)/LEO retirement to all law enforcement employees who currently do not receive it (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to provide for reforms to the U.S. Postal Service (USPS); proposals to provide governmentwide reform of the Federal Employees' Compensation Act and to establish a new health care system applicable to USPS law enforcement personnel (no bill introduced). S. Con. Res. 5, a concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2021 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2022 through 2030; proposed amendment to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled as a result of COVID-19 as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position (no amendment introduced). General education regarding the need to provide agency heads with the authority to waive the application of the biweekly and annual pay caps for law enforcement personnel to address exigencies and staffing shortages.
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2021 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 677, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. H.R. 1210, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1280, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 1690, the "Defending Our Defenders Act," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to make the murder of a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer a crime punishable by life in prison; entire bill. S. 42, the "Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act," legislation to ensure that state and local law enforcement may cooperate with Federal officials to protect our communities from violent criminals and suspected terrorists who are illegally present in the United States; entire bill. S. 391, the "EAGLES Act of 2021," legislation to reauthorize the U.S. Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center and prevent targeted school violence; entire bill. S. 774, the "Protect and Serve Act," legislation to increase federal penalties for criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 854, the "Methamphetamine Response Act," legislation to designate methamphetamine as an emerging threat; entire bill. S. 921, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to amend 18 U.S.C. 1114 to clarify that the provision applies extraterritorially; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004 and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by active and qualified retired law enforcement officers (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prohibit the purchase, ownership, or possession of enhanced body armor by civilians (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to protect law enforcement officers by enhancing the criminal penalties for murdering, attempting to murder, or assaulting a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to require the Justice Department to develop crisis intervention training tools for use by first responders related to interacting with persons who have a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and to better track the incidence of TBI and PTSD in law enforcement (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to ensure America's law enforcement officers have access to lifesaving equipment needed to defend themselves and civilians from attacks by terrorists and violent criminals (no bill introduced). General education regarding the need to extend the authority of the Drug Enforcement Administration to list fentanyl analogues under Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act.
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2021 · first_quarter · RA
Workforce development and training; federal infrastructure proposals and developments of interest to the trucking industry.
Workforce development and training; federal infrastructure proposals and developments of interest to the trucking industry.
Workforce development and training; federal infrastructure proposals and developments of interest to the trucking industry.
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2020 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed temporary rule to amend the SECs Rule 701 by adding a provision that, for five years and subject to percentage limits (no more than 15% of annual compensation), dollar limits (no more than $75,000 in three years), and other conditions, would permit an issuer to provide equity compensation to certain platform workers who provide services available through the issuers technology-based marketplace platform (85 Fed. Reg. 79936, December 11, 2020). Advocating inclusion in coronavirus relief package or omnibus funding bill a legislative proposal entitled "Delivering Immediate Relief to Americas Families, Schools and Small Businesses Act" regarding COVID-19 relief; provisions concerning COVID-19 liability protections for small businesses, schools, and healthcare providers, an additional $157 billion for the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), and a revision to the PPP making 501(c)(6) organizations eligible subject to restrictions related to lobbying; seeking to have composite plan legislation and funding for COBRA premiums included in the draft bill (no bill introduced). Advocating inclusion in coronavirus relief package of S. 4321, the "Continuing Small Business Recovery and Paycheck Protection Program Act," legislation to allow second draw loans of up to $2 million under the Paycheck Protection Program; entire bill. Senate Appropriations Committee explanatory text released for its FY 2021 Financial Services-General Government Appropriations Act: (1) addressing the need for the IRS to prevent misclassification of workers; (2) providing that the Committee believes that the IRS SS-8 Program is critical to ensuring that workers are classified correctly; (3) identifying leads for employment tax exams and criminal investigations; (4) combating the underreporting of employment taxes that contributes significantly to the tax gap; (5) advocating that the IRS maintain sufficient staffing at all SS-8 processing locations; and (6) directing the IRS to notify the House Appropriations Committee, the Senate Appropriations Committee, the House Ways and Means Committee, and the Senate Finance Committee prior to making any staffing reductions or reallocations within the SS-8 processing program.
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2020 · fourth_quarter · Q4
H.R. 4568, the "Responsible Body Armor Possession Act," legislation to prohibit the purchase, ownership, or possession of enhanced body armor by civilians; entire bill. S. 178, the "Uighur Intervention and Global Humanitarian Unified Response Act of 2019," legislation to condemn gross human rights violations of ethnic Turkic Muslins in Xinjiang, and calling for an end to arbitrary detention, torture, and harassment of these communities inside and outside China; proposed amendment to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers (no amendment introduced). S. 4612, the "Methamphetamine Response Act of 2020," legislation to designate methamphethamine as an emerging threat, and for other purposes; entire bill. S. 4861, the "Deterring Undue Enforcement by Protecting Rights Of Citizens from Excessive Searches and Seizures Act," legislation to amend requirements under Title 18, U.S. Code, related to civil and criminal forfeiture; entire bill. Addressing the need for the Department of Justice to expedite its investigation into any groups or individuals responsible for facilitating or enabling the recent assaults and violence against federal, state, and local law enforcement officers. General education concerning the need to prevent New York City and other municipalities from refusing to cooperate with law enforcement in the apprehension of dangerous criminal aliens who are in the United States unlawfully. Implementation of the Task Force on Law Enforcement Oversight established by the Joint Explanatory Statement accompanying Title II (Department of Justice) of Division B of Pub. Law 116-260, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021.
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2020 · third_quarter · Q3
H.R. 6800, the "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act," legislation making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2020; Division I ("Small Business Provisions"). H.R. 7010, the "Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act", a bill to amend the Small Business Act and the CARES Act to modify certain provisions related to the forgiveness of loans under the paycheck protection program, to allow recipients of loan forgiveness under the paycheck protection program to defer payroll taxes; entire bill. H.R. 8406, the "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act," legislation making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021; Division E ("Small Business Provisions"). S. 178, the "Uighur Intervention and Global Humanitarian Unified Response Act of 2019," legislation to condemn gross human rights violations of ethnic Turkic Muslims in Xinjiang, and calling for an end to arbitrary detention, torture, and harassment of these communities inside and outside China; Senate Amendment 2652, the "Delivering Immediate Relief to America's Families, Schools, and Small Businesses Act," Title IV ("Small Business Programs"). S. 3612, the "Small Business Expense Protection Act," legislation to clarify for purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 that receipt of coronavirus assistance does not affect the tax treatment of ordinary business expenses; entire bill. Implementation of Small Business Administration (SBA) interim final rule on "Appeals of SBA Loan Review Decisions Under the Paycheck Protection Program" (85 Fed. Reg. 52883, August 27, 2020).
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2020 · third_quarter · Q3
H.R. 7891, the "Lawful Access to Encrypted Data Act," legislation to improve the ability of law enforcement agencies to access encrypted data; entire bill. S. 273, the "Kelsey Smith Act," legislation to strengthen the ability of law enforcement to acquire cell location information from wireless providers in emergency situations; entire bill. S. 3398, the "Eliminating Abusive and Rampant Neglect of Interactive Technologies (EARN IT) Act," legislation to establish a National Commission on Online Child Sexual Exploitation Prevention; entire bill. S. 4051, the "Lawful Access to Encrypted Data Act," legislation to improve the ability of law enforcement agencies to access encrypted data, and for other purposes; entire bill.
Implementation of the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act" to require the Director of the FBI to provide information on suicide rates in law enforcement (Pub. Law 116-143). H.R. 7120, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2020," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 8251, legislation to make it a federal crime to prevent access to lifesaving medical procedures and treatments; entire bill. S. 1508, the "Thin Blue Line Act," a bill to expand the list of statutory aggravating factors in death penalty determinations to also include killing or targeting a law enforcement officer and other first responders; entire bill. S. 3985, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 4491, the "Methamaphetamine Response Act of 2020," legislation to designate methamphetamine as an emerging threat; entire bill. S. 4605, the "Protect and Serve Act," a bill to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 4612, the "Methamphetamine Response Act of 2020," legislation to designate methamphethamine as an emerging threat; entire bill. S. 4662, the "Protect Law Enforcement Officers Act," a bill to criminalize blocking law enforcement officers who have been injured by a criminal act or in the line of duty from accessing emergency medical services; entire bill. Proposed legislation to provide whistleblower protections to federal, state, and local law enforcement officers in certain instances; no bill introduced. Addressing the need for the Department of Justice to expedite its investigation into any groups or individuals responsible for facilitating or enabling the recent assaults and violence against federal, state, and local law enforcement officers. General education concerning the violent anti-police activity of protestors and the policies of irresponsible prosecutors that fail to bring perpetrators of violence against police and members of the public to justice.
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2020 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R. 6764, the "Put Our Neighbors to Work Act of 2020," legislation to provide greater subcontracting opportunities to subcontractors in the local area where a Defense Department construction project is occurring; entire bill.
H.R. 6800, the "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act," legislation making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2020; Division D concerning relief for critical and declining multiemployer pension funds and to expand the ability of the PBGC to partition liabilities from troubled funds and to raise the PBGC minimum guarantee for plan participants; Division N "Giving Retirement Options to Workers Act" to authorize composite plans. Proposals in the Senate to provide additional relief from COVID-19 and the impacts of the related public health emergency and the need to include pension reform that includes authorization of composite plans, expanded partition authority for the PBGC, and an extension of COBRA subsidies. Proposals to authorize composite multiemployer pension plans as a means to provide a secure, sustainable retirement for workers while ensuring the viability of sponsoring employers. General education concerning proposals for comprehensive reform of the defined benefit, multiemployer pension system and the importance of authorizing new plan designs as part of any such comprehensive reform.
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2020 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R. 3735, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," legislation to require the Director of the FBI to provide information on suicide rates in law enforcement; entire bill. S. 2746, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," legislation to require the Director of the FBI to provide information on suicide rates in law enforcement; entire bill. S. 3732, the "Jaime Zapata and Victor Avila Federal Law Enforcement Protection Act," legislation to ensure that Section 1114 of Title 18, U.S. Code ("Protection of officers and employees of the United States") applies extraterritorially; entire bill. H.R. 7120, the "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2020," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. S. 3985, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere (JUSTICE) Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 3912, the "Justice in Policing Act," legislation to reform federal, state, and local law enforcement practices and protections; entire bill. H.R. 7278, the "Just and Unifying Solutions To Invigorate Communities Everywhere Act," legislation to improve and reform policing practices, accountability, and transparency; entire bill. S. 3873, the "Walter Scott Notification Act," legislation to require law enforcement agencies to report the use of lethal force and use of force; entire bill. S. 4036, the "Reforming Qualified Immunity Act," legislation to fundamentally alter the doctrine of qualified immunity as it is currently interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court; entire bill. S. Res. 613, a resolution calling for justice for George Floyd and opposing calls to defund the police; entire resolution. Executive Order 13929, "Safe Policing for Safe Communities." General education regarding law enforcement's use of facial recognition technology and the potential impact of proposals to impose a ban or moratorium on such use. General education concerning challenges that New York City law enforcement is facing in responding to civil unrest during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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2020 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 397, the "Rehabilitation for Multiemployer Pensions Act of 2019," legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to create a Pension Rehabilitation Trust Fund and to establish a Pension Rehabilitation Administration within the Department of the Treasury to make loans to multiemployer defined benefit plans; entire bill. H.R. 748, the "Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act," legislation to provide emergency assistance and health care response for individuals, families, and businesses affected by the 2020 coronavirus pandemic; proposals to include comprehensive multiemployer retirement plan reform and authorization of composite plans. Legislative proposals to authorize composite multiemployer pension plans as a means to provide a secure, sustainable retirement for workers while ensuring the viability of sponsoring employers (no bill introduced). Grassley-Alexander Concept Release concerning comprehensive reform of the multiemployer pension system; provisions related to composite plans, return assumptions, withdrawal liability, and PBGC premium rates (no bill introduced). General education concerning proposals for comprehensive reform of the defined benefit, multiemployer pension system and the importance of authorizing new plan designs as part of any such comprehensive reform.
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2020 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 3735, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," legislation to require the Director of the FBI to provide information on suicide rates in law enforcement; entire bill. S. 2746, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," legislation to require the Director of the FBI to provide information on suicide rates in law enforcement; entire bill. H.R. 5395, the "Back the Blue Act of 2019," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1480, the "Back the Blue Act of 2019," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 3201, the "Temporary Reauthorization and Study of the Emergency Scheduling of Fentanyl Analogues Act," legislation to extend the DEA's temporary scheduling order for fentanyl-related substances; entire bill. H.R. 1156, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 1325, the "Protect and Serve Act of 2019," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 954, the "POWER Act," legislation to provide grants to state, local, territorial, and Tribal law enforcement agencies to purchase chemical screening devices and train personnel to use chemical screening devices in order to enhance law enforcement efficiency and protect law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 6008, the "TBI and PTSD Law Enforcement Training Act," legislation to direct DOJ to develop crisis intervention training tools for use by first responders related to interacting with persons who have a traumatic brain injury or post-traumatic stress disorder, and to require the CDC to study and report on the incidence of TBI and PTSD in law enforcement; entire bill. Legislative proposal to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act and provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons by law enforcement officers (no bill introduced).
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2019 · fourth_quarter · Q4
H.R. 397, the "Rehabilitation for Multiemployer Pensions Act," legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to create a Pension Rehabilitation Trust Fund and to establish a Pension Rehabilitation Administration within the Department of the Treasury to make loans to multiemployer defined benefit plans; entire bill. Grassley-Alexander Concept Release concerning comprehensive reform of the multiemployer pension system; provisions related to composite plans, return assumptions, withdrawal liability, and PBGC premium rates (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to authorize a new composite multiemployer pension plan design (no bill introduced). General education concerning proposals for comprehensive reform of the defined benefit, multiemployer pension system and the importance of authorizing new plan designs referred to as composite plans as part of any such comprehensive reform.
H.R. 1865, the "Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020," Division Q, "Revenue Provisions"; proposed amendment to allow immediate expensing for the full cost of renovations to the interior of commercial buildings (no amendment introduced). H.R. 1869, the "Restoring Investments in Improvements Act," legislation to allow immediate expensing for the full cost of renovations to the interior of commercial buildings; entire bill. S. 803, the "Restoring Investments in Improvements Act," legislation to allow immediate expensing for the full cost of renovations to the interior of commercial buildings; entire bill. H.R. 748, the "Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2019," legislation to repeal the excise tax on high-value healthcare plans offered to middle class workers; entire bill. S. 684, the "Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2019," legislation to repeal the excise tax on high-value healthcare plans offered to middle class workers; entire bill. Legislative proposals to include as part of any tax extenders legislation further delay of the Affordable Care Act's 40 percent excise tax on high-quality healthcare plans provided to many working families (no bill introduced).
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2019 · fourth_quarter · Q4
H.R. 1865, the "Further Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2020," Division O, "Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement." H.R. 1994, the "Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act of 2019," legislation to allow more and easier ways for workers to save for retirement; entire bill. Proposals to simplify disclosures for investors using email communications. Department of Labor final fiduciary rule following Fifth Circuit injunction and impending regulatory response to the injunction. General education concerning disclosure modernization and simplification to improve the efficiency, delivery, and utility of required disclosures for retirement benefits for the benefit of plan participants.
Filing targets: Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE
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2019 · fourth_quarter · Q4
S. 273, the "Kelsey Smith Act," a bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require providers of a covered service to provide location information concerning the telecommunications device of a user of such service to an investigative or law enforcement officer or an employee or other agent of a public safety answering point in an emergency situation involving risk of death or serious physical harm or in order to respond to the user's call for emergency services; entire bill. S. 2878, the "Facial Recognition Technology Warrant Act of 2019," legislation to limit the ability of federal law enforcement agencies to utilize facial recognition technology; entire bill. General education regarding law enforcement's use of facial recognition technology and the potential impact of proposals to impose a ban or moratorium on such use. General education concerning the challenges posed to law enforcement by encryption and other technological barriers on cellular phones and messaging apps.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE
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2019 · third_quarter · Q3
General education concerning employee classification issues in the construction industry. General education concerning the application of federal prevailing wage requirements to federal and federally-assisted construction contracts. Implementation of the June 15, 2017 Executive Order 13801 on Expanding Apprenticeships in America. Occupational Safety and Health Administration request for information to inform revisions to the silica rule list of acceptable practices-also known as Table 1 (84 Fed. Reg. 41667, August 15, 2019). Sources and terms of grants to fund worker training programs, including registered apprenticeship.
H.R. 748, the "Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2019," legislation to repeal the excise tax on high-value healthcare plans offered to middle class workers; entire bill. S. 684, the "Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2019," legislation to repeal the excise tax on high-value healthcare plans offered to middle class workers; entire bill.
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2019 · third_quarter · Q3
H.R. 1327, the "Never Forget the Heroes: James Zadroga,Ray Pfeifer, and Luis Alvarez Permanent Authorization of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund Act," legislation to reauthorize the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund under Public Law 114-113; entire bill. S. 546, the "Never Forget the Heroes: Permanent Authorization of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund Act," legislation to reauthorize the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund under Public Law 114-113; entire bill. H.R. 2812, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to provide for reforms to the delivery of death and disability benefits under the Public Safety Officers' Benefits Program for public safety officers who have died or become disabled in the line of duty; entire bill. S. 1208, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to provide for reforms to the delivery of death and disability benefits under the Public Safety Officers' Benefits Program for public safety officers who have died or become disabled in the line of duty; entire bill. S. 1644, the "Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act," legislation to provide liability protection for local officials who comply with immigration detainers, and to withhold non-law enforcement federal grant funds from sanctuary jurisdictions; entire bill.
Filing targets: Bureau of Justice Assistance, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of
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2019 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R. 2513, the "Corporate Transparency Act of 2019," legislation to create a centralized database with the personal information of every individual with a substantial interest in a for-profit or nonprofit corporation or limited liability company; provisions related to nonprofit entities that may impede their operation and expose volunteers to criminal penalties for paperwork violations. Discussion draft of the "Improving Laundering Laws and Increasing Comprehensive Information Tracking of Criminal Activity in Shell Holdings (ILLICIT CASH) Act," legislation to reform the Bank Secrecy Act, Title IV, provisions related to nonprofit entities that may impede their operation and expose volunteers to criminal sanctions for paperwork violations. Proposals related to public disclosure of all individuals who directly or indirectly derive a benefit from a corporation, limited liability company, or other entity and their potential impact on non-profits and people who volunteer for them as well as overcriminalization concerns related to low mens rea requirements (no bill introduced).
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, Treasury, Dept of
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2019 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R. 397, the "Rehabilitation for Multiemployer Pensions Act," legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to create a Pension Rehabilitation Trust Fund and to establish a Pension Rehabilitation Administration within the Department of the Treasury to make loans to multiemployer defined benefit plans; entire bill. Legislative proposals to authorize composite multiemployer pension plans as a means to provide a secure, sustainable retirement for workers while ensuring the viability of sponsoring employers (no bill introduced). General education concerning the importance of authorizing new plan designs as part of any comprehensive reform of multiemployer defined benefit pension plans. General education concerning the need for Congress to pass legislation to reform multiemployer pensions, to address more than just "red zone" plans, to provide solutions for the long-term stability of the multiemployer pension system, and to avoid proposals that would cause additional multiemployer plans to face insolvency. Nomination of Gordon Hartogensis to be Executive Director of the Pension Benefit Guranty Corporation.
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2019 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R. 1327, the "Never Forget the Heroes: Permanent Authorization of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund Act," legislation to reauthorize the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund under Public Law 114-113; entire bill. S. 546, the "Never Forget the Heroes: Permanent Authorization of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund Act," legislation to reauthorize the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund under Public Law 114-113; entire bill. H.R. 1210, the "Heroes Lesley Zerebny and Gilbert Vega First Responders Survivors Support Act of 2019," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to make reforms to the benefits for Public Service Officers; entire bill. H.R. 2812, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to provide for reforms to the delivery of death and disability benefits under the Public Safety Officers' Benefits Program for public safety officers who have died or become disabled in the line of duty; entire bill. S. 1208, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to provide for reforms to the delivery of death and disability benefits under the Public Safety Officers' Benefits Program for public safety officers who have died or become disabled in the line of duty; entire bill. S. 1644, the "Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act," legislation to provide liability protection for local officials who comply with immigration detainers, and to withhold non-law enforcement federal grant funds from sanctuary jurisdictions; entire bill. S. 1537, the "Lifesaving Gear for Police Act," legislation reflecting the repeal of Executive Order 13688 and prohibiting similar executive actions by future administrations; entire bill. Implementation of P.L. 115-276, the "9/11 Heroes Medal of Valor Act."
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2019 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R. 1994, the "Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act of 2019," legislation to allow more and easier ways for workers to save for retirement; entire bill. Proposals to simplify disclosures for investors using email communications (no bill introduced). SEC proposed Regulation Best Interest (83 Fed. Reg. 21574, May 9, 2018). Department of Labor final fiduciary rule (81 Fed. Reg. 20945, Apr. 8, 2016) following Fifth Circuit injunction and impending regulatory response to the injunction. Proposals and concepts to revise agency interpretations to make it easier for employers to offer retirement savings to their workers. General education concerning disclosure modernization and simplification to improve the efficiency, delivery, and utility of required disclosures for retirement benefits for the benefit of plan participants. General education concerning the importance of eliminating the IRS' so-called "one bad apple" rule regarding the tax qualification of group retirement plans when one participant fails to meet required standards and the impact on the remaining compliant participants.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of
SIGNATORY WALL AND CEILING CONTRACTORS ALLIANCE via SIFF & ASSOCIATES PLLC
2019 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 748, the "Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2019," legislation to repeal the excise tax on high-value healthcare plans offered to middle class workers; entire bill. S. 684, the "Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2019," legislation to repeal the excise tax on high-value healthcare plans offered to middle class workers; entire bill.
H.R. 397, the "Rehabilitation for Multiemployer Pensions Act," legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to create a Pension Rehabilitation Trust Fund and to establish a Pension Rehabilitation Administration within the Department of the Treasury to make loans to multiemployer defined benefit plans; entire bill. Legislative proposal to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to authorize a new composite multiemployer pension plan design (no bill introduced). General education concerning the need for Congress to pass legislation to reform multiemployer pensions, to address more than just "red zone" plans, to provide solutions for the long-term stability of the multiemployer pension system, and to avoid proposals that would cause additional multiemployer plans to face insolvency. General education concerning the importance of authorizing new plan designs as part of any comprehensive reform of multiemployer defined benefit pension plans.
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2019 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 588, the "Federal Employees Civil Relief Act," legislation to suspend the enforcement of certain civil liabilities of Federal employees and contractors during a lapse in appropriations; entire bill. S. 72, the "Federal Employees Civil Relief Act," legislation to suspend the enforcement of certain civil liabilities of Federal employees and contractors during a lapse in appropriations; entire bill. H.R. 790, the "Federal Civilian Workforce Pay Raise Fairness Act of 2019," legislation to provide for a pay increase in 2019 for certain civilian employees of the federal government; possible amendment to address concerns related to the application of the pay cap to compensation received by federal law enforcement officers at the conclusion of a government shutdown (no amendment introduced). H.R. 1195, the "Law Enforcement Officers Equity Act," legislation to amend title 5, United States Code, to include certain Federal positions within the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes; entire bill. S. 473, the "Law Enforcement Officers Equity Act," legislation to amend title 5, United States Code, to include certain Federal positions within the definition of law enforcement officer for retirement purposes; entire bill. H.R. 1256, the "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. S. 531, the First Responder Fair RETIRE Act," legislation to ensure the continuation of law enforcement retirement coverage for officers disabled in the line of duty as if the individual had never been disabled and regardless of whether the individual is reappointed to federal service in a non-covered position; entire bill. S. 24, the "Government Employee Fair Treatment Act," legislation to provide for the compensation of federal and other government employees affected by lapses in appropriations; entire bill. Legislative proposal to address the revised policy of the U.S. Office of Personnel Management to take retroactive and prospective assessments from a retiree's retirement annuity supplement in those cases where a Federal Employees Retirement System annuity is divided between the retiree and a former spouse (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to amend Title 5, U.S. Code, to allow injured federal law enforcement officers to continue to serve their agencies (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to amend title 5, United States Code, to provide that for purposes of computing the annuity of certain law enforcement officers, any hours worked in excess of the limitation applicable to law enforcement premium pay shall be included in such computation (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to authorize Department of Justice law enforcement officers to apply for a longer waiver of the mandatory retirement age (no bill introduced).
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2019 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 1210, the "Heroes Lesley Zerebny and Gilbert Vega First Responders Survivors Support Act of 2019," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to make reforms to the benefits for Public Service Officers; entire bill. S. 465, the "Heroes Lesley Zerebny and Gilbert Vega First Responders Survivors Support Act of 2019," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to make reforms to the benefits for Public Service Officers; entire bill. H.R. 1327, the "Never Forget the Heroes: Permanent Authorization of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund Act," legislation to reauthorize the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund under Public Law 114-113; entire bill. S. 546, the "Never Forget the Heroes: Permanent Authorization of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund Act," legislation to reauthorize the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund under Public Law 114-113; entire bill. Legislative proposal reflecting the repeal of Executive Order 13688 and prohibiting similar executive actions by future administrations (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to provide for reforms to the delivery of death and disability benefits under the Public Safety Officers' Benefits Program for public safety officers who have died or become disabled in the line of duty (no bill introduced). Implementation of P.L. 115-276, the "9/11 Heroes Medal of Valor Act."
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
H.R. 2936, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill. S. 1511, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill. H.R. 3071, the "Public Safety Officer Support Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 to authorize public safety officer death benefits to officers suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder; entire bill. H.R. 3172, the "Homes for Every Local Protector, Educator, and Responder," a bill to amend the National Housing Act to establish a mortgage insurance program for first responders; entire bill. Legislative proposal to provide federal educational assistance to the families of law enforcement officers who die in the line of duty (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to prevent restrictions on state and local law enforcements access to surplus military equipment through the Department of Defense 1033 program or other existing programs that would hamper the work of law enforcement or put officers lives in danger unnecessarily (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to reauthorize the Community Oriented Policing Services Program (no bill introduced). Implementation of Pub. L. 116-143, the "Law Enforcement Suicide Data Collection Act," regarding the establishment of the Law Enforcement Officers Suicide Data Collection Program by the FBI. Implementation of President Biden's Crime Prevention Strategy announced June 23, 2021 and resulting changes to authorized uses of Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Funds for law enforcement purposes and related Frequently Asked Questions.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, White House Office
H.R. 447, the "National Apprenticeship Act," legislation to: (1) provide $3.5 billion over 5 years for grant programs to create or support registered apprenticeship programs; (2) codify and streamline standards for registered youth apprenticeships, pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs; (3) codify the Office of Apprenticeship at the Department of Labor; and (4) establish the National Advisory Committee on Apprenticeships; entire bill. Department of Labor final rule regarding "Joint Employer Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act" (85 Fed. Reg. 2820, January 16, 2020). Department of Labor proposed rule regarding Rescission of Joint Employer Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act Rule (86 Fed. Reg. 14038, March 12, 2021). Department of Labor final rule regarding Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (86 Fed. Reg. 1168, January 7, 2021). Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act: Delay of Effective Date" (86 Fed. Reg. 8326, February 5, 2021). Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act; Withdrawal" (86 Fed. Reg. 14027, March 12, 2021). Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, All Agency Memorandum 234, Fiscal Year 2021 Davis-Bacon Survey Plan and Fiscal Year 2022 Davis-Bacon Survey Plan under Consideration (December 14, 2020). Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, All Agency Memorandum Number 235, Rescission of All Agency Memorandum Number 212 Regarding the Applicability of Davis-Bacon Labor Standards to Members of Survey Crews (December 14, 2020). Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, All Agency Memorandum Number 236, Updating the $1 Million Threshold for Multiple Davis-Bacon Wage Determinations (December 14, 2020). Department of Labor Opinion Letter FLSA2019-6, concerning when a service provider for a virtual marketplace company is an independent contractor or an employee subject to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Executive Order 14016, "Revocation of Executive Order 13801" (86 Fed. Reg. 11089, February 23, 2021). Implementation of Executive Order 14008, "Tackling the Climate Crisis at Home and Abroad" (86 Fed. Reg. 7619, February 1, 2021); Section 206, "Procurement Standards." DOL OSHA consideration of an emergency temporary standard for COVID-19 and any such rule's impact on workplace practices developed by employers and signatory unions. Nomination of Marty Walsh to be Secretary of Labor. General education concerning the need to ensure Davis-Bacon coverage for any taxpayer funds expended as part of an infrastructure proposal. Application of Davis-Bacon to HUD projects.
H.R. 1319, the "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5, Title V, Section 5001, "Modifications to the paycheck protection program." H.R. 1799, the "Paycheck Protection Program Extension Act of 2021," legislation to amend the Small Business Act and the CARES Act to extend the covered period for the paycheck protection program, and for other purposes; entire bill.
H.R. 1319, the "American Rescue Plan Act of 2021," legislation to provide for reconciliation pursuant to Title II of S. Con. Res. 5, Title IX, Subtitle A, Part 4, Subtitle F, "Preserving Health Benefits for Workers."
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), SENATE, White House Office
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, White House Office
Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Financial Factors in Selecting Plan Investments" (85 Fed. Reg. 39113, June 30, 2020). Department of Labor final rule regarding "Financial Factors in Selecting Plan Investments" interpreting section 404(a)(1)(A) of ERISA concerning requirements that plan fiduciaries act for the exclusive purpose of: (i) providing benefits to participants and their beneficiaries; and (ii) defraying reasonable expenses of administering the plan" (85 Fed. Reg. 72846, November 13, 2020). H.R. 7370, the "Protecting Employees and Retirees in Business Bankruptcies Act of 2020," legislation modifying the ability of workers to make claims related to their retirement benefits during Chapter 11 bankruptcy; entire bill. H.R. 8406, the "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act," legislation making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021; Division G ("Retirement Provisions"), Title I ("Relief for Multiemployer Pension Plans") and Division H ("Giving Retirement Options to Workers Act"). Legislative proposals to authorize composite multiemployer pension plans as a means to provide a secure, sustainable retirement for workers while ensuring the viability of sponsoring employers (no bill introduced). General education concerning proposals for comprehensive reform of the defined benefit, multiemployer pension system and the importance of authorizing new plan designs as part of any such comprehensive reform. General education concerning the need to include composite plans in any future COVID-19 relief bill.
Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Independent Contractor Status Under the Fair Labor Standards Act" (85 Fed. Reg. 60600, September 25, 2020). Wage and Hour Division opinion letter FLSA2020-16 addressing the compensability of employee travel time of construction workers under the Fair Labor Standards in various situations involving construction sites located away from an employers principal place of business. Wage and Hour Division All Agency Memoranda (AAM) 233 (December 14, 2020) clarifying AAM 213 of March 22, 2013 to direct that when a wage determination contains fewer than three classifications in the relevant skilled craft or power equipment operator category, contracting officers shall evaluate whether a proposed new classification bears a reasonable relationship to both the existing skilled craft and power equipment operator classifications that are in the wage determination; AAM 234 (December 14, 2020) requesting comments on the planned schedule for Davis-Bacon wage surveys for fiscal year 2022; AAM 235 (December 14, 2020) rescinding AAM 212 of March 22, 2013 setting forth standards for the application of Davis-Bacon to construction survey crews; AAM 236 (December 14, 2020) raising from $1 million to $2.5 million the threshold for determining if more than one wage determination applies to a construction project because there is substantial construction in a category of construction that is different from the overall project but does not exceed 20% of the project's overall cost. H.R. 8294, the "National Apprenticeship Act of 2020," legislation to: (1) provide $3.5 billion over 5 years for grant programs to create or support registered apprenticeship programs; (2) codify and streamline standards for registered youth apprenticeships, pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs; (3) codify the Office of Apprenticeship at the Department of Labor; and (4) establish the National Advisory Committee on Apprenticeships; Amendment 16 (Stefanik), striking the requirement that the Secretary must also approve an alternative time-based model that reflects industry standards and hazards of the occupation, leaving such approval at the discretion of the state registration agency; Amendment 20 (Scott Managers Amendment), making a series of technical and conforming changes, ensuring the definition of a State includes outlying areas, including employment and training activities in the Departments of Commerce, Energy and Transportation, and the Small Business Administration, in the Related Federal Programs definition, ensuring costs related to assessments and licenses are allowable, clarifying that the 2,000 hours on-the-job learning requirement for time-based apprenticeship programs is cumulative, and that the exception to this requirement should be made only for nontraditional apprenticeship industries or occupations, allowing sponsors with five or fewer apprentices, pre-apprentices or youth apprentices to report data annually rather than quarterly, ensuring pre-apprenticeship programs are developed in consultation with an apprenticeship program sponsor; Amendment 28 (Smith/Langevin), allowing pre-apprenticeship programs that receive grant funds under Title II to use funds to provide stipends to pre-apprentices for costs incurred during the pre-apprenticeship program such as housing, transportation, childcare, and other out-of-pocket expenses; Amendment 29 (Levin), providing that any eligible entity applying for a Title II grant should be partnering with a labor or joint labor-management organization, to the extent practicable. H.R. 8375, the "Worker Flexibility and Small Business Protection Act of 2020," legislation to provide a right to flexibility and to broaden and increase employee protections at work, to protect small businesses through shared responsibility for workers' rights, and to provide public transparency on workers' rights violations; entire bill. S. 4738, the "Worker Flexibility and Small Business Protection Act," legislation to provide a right to flexibility and to broaden and increase employee protections at work, to protect small businesses through shared responsibility for workers' rights, and to provide public transparency on workers' rights violations; entire bill.
H.R. 6395, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021," legislation to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2021 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and for other purposes; Subtitle E ("Other Matters"), Section 841 ("Modifications to Supervision and Award of Certain Contracts"). S. 4049, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021," legislation to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2021 for military activities of the Department of Defense, for military construction, and for defense activities of the Department of Energy, to prescribe military personnel strengths for such fiscal year, and for other purposes; proposed amendment to improve congressional oversight and public transparency of military construction contract awards (no amendment introduced). H.R. 6764, the "Put Our Neighbors to Work Act of 2020," legislation to amend title 10, United States Code, to improve congressional oversight and public transparency of military construction contract awards; entire bill.
H.R. 133, the "Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021," legislation making consolidated appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021, providing coronavirus emergency response and relief, and for other purposes; Division N ("Additional Coronavirus Response and Relief"), Title III ("Continuing the Paycheck Protection Program and Other Small Business Support"). H.R. 8406, the "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act," legislation making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021; Division E ("Small Business Provisions"). Advocating that any coronavirus relief bill include provisions: (1) authorizing a second round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans that are targeted to small businesses that have continued to experience significant revenue declines; (2) allowing PPP borrowers to deduct business expenses paid for with a forgiven PPP loan; (3) making 501(c)(6) nonprofit business associations eligible for PPP loans; and (4) providing streamlined loan forgiveness for the smallest PPP loan recipients.
S. 3612, the "Small Business Expense Protection Act of 2020," legislation to clarify for purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 that receipt of coronavirus assistance does not affect the tax treatment of ordinary business expenses; entire bill. Advocating inclusion in any coronavirus relief package of S. 3612, the "Small Business Expense Protection Act," legislation to clarify for purposes of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 that receipt of coronavirus assistance does not affect the tax treatment of ordinary business expenses; entire bill.
S. 178, the "Uighur Intervention and Global Humanitarian Unified Response Act of 2019," legislation to condemn gross human rights violations of ethnic Turkic Muslins in Xinjiang, and calling for an end to arbitrary detention, torture, and harassment of these communities inside and outside China; S. Amdt. 2652, the Delivering Immediate Relief to America's Families, Schools and Small Businesses Act, Title II, Coronavirus Liability Relief. Fifth legislative proposal to respond to the coronavirus pandemic; legislative proposal regarding employer liability protections (no proposal introduced). Advocating inclusion in any coronavirus relief package of S. 4317, the "Safeguarding Americas Frontline Employees To Offer Work Opportunities Required to Kickstart the Economy (SAFE to WORK) Act," legislation to lessen the burdens on interstate commerce by discouraging insubstantial lawsuits relating to COVID-19 while preserving the ability of individuals and businesses that have suffered real injury to obtain complete relief (entire bill). General education concerning the need to safeguard from liability for COVID exposure employers who comply with state and local mandates and union agreements to protect their workers.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
H.R. 2812, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill. S. 1208, the "Protecting America's First Responders Act," legislation to amend the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968 with respect to payments to certain public safety officers who have become permanently and totally disabled as a result of personal injuries sustained in the line of duty; entire bill. H.R. 7667, the "Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2021," legislation making appropriations for the Departments of Commerce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021; Title II, Department of Justice, provisions to impose additional restrictions on the receipt of grant funds by state and local law enforcement agencies. H.R. 8649, the "Joshua John Comeau First Responder Cancer Benefit Act of 2020," legislation to amend the Public Safety Officers' Benefits Program to provide for a presumption of eligibility for benefits for certain public safety officers who died of exposure-related cancers; entire bill. H. Rept. 116-617 Conference Report to accompany H.R. 6395, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021; Title X, Subtitle E, Sec. 1053, "Sale or Donation of Excess Department of Defense Personal Property for Law Enforcement Activities." Legislative proposal to reauthorize the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Program (no bill introduced).
S. 273, the "Kelsey Smith Act," legislation to strengthen the ability of law enforcement to acquire cell location information from wireless providers in emergency situations; entire bill. S. 3398, the "Eliminating Abusive and Rampant Neglect of Interactive Technologies (EARN IT) Act," legislation to establish a National Commission on Online Child Sexual Exploitation Prevention; entire bill.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, White House Office
H.R. 6395, the "William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021," legislation to authorize appropriations for the Department of Defense; Subtitle E ("Other Matters"), Section 841 ("Modifications to Supervision and Award of Certain Contracts"). S. 4049, the "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021," legislation to authorize appropriations for the Department of Defense; proposed amendment to improve congressional oversight and public transparency of military construction contract awards (no amendment introduced).
H.R. 6800, the "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act," legislation making emergency supplemental appropriations for fiscal yeat ending September 30, 2020; Division C ("Health Provisions"), Title III ("Private Insurance Provisions"), Subtitle B ("Worker Protection Health Coverage Protection"). General education concerning the need for COBRA funding in any COVID-19 relief package considered by the Senate.
Department of Labor proposed rule regarding "Financial Factors in Selecting Plan Investments" (85 Fed. Reg. 39113, June 30, 2020). H.R. 6800, the "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act," legislation making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2020; Division D ("Retirement Provisions") and Division N ("Giving Retirement Options to Workers Act"). H.R. 8406, the "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act," legislation making emergency supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2021; Division G ("Retirement Provisions"), Title I ("Relief for Multiemployer Pension Plans") and Division H ("Giving Retirement Options to Workers Act"). Legislative proposals to authorize composite multiemployer pension plans as a means to provide a secure, sustainable retirement for workers while ensuring the viability of sponsoring employers (no bill introduced). General education concerning the need to include composite plans in any future COVID-19 relief bill. General education concerning proposals for comprehensive reform of the defined benefit, multiemployer pension system and the importance of authorizing new plan designs as part of any such comprehensive reform.
H.R. 6764, the "Put Our Neighbors to Work Act of 2020," legislation to provide greater subcontracting opportunities to subcontractors in the local area where a Defense Department construction project is occurring; entire bill.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
H.R. 8043, the "Scholarship for Service: The Building Better Americans Act," a bill to establish a scholarship program for certain individuals who have completed at least 2 years of service in the military, emergency medical service, police force, or as a teachers assistant or firefighter; entire bill.
Fifth legislative proposal to respond to the coronavirus pandemic; proposed amendments to amend the Internal Revenue Code to allow certain expenses of first responders as an above-the-line deduction, exclude certain disability-related first responder retirement payments from gross income, and increase the amount excluded from gross income by reason of distributions from governmental retirement plans for health and long-term care insurance for public safety officers (no bill introduced). H.R. 6800, the "Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act," legislation making emergency supplemental appropriations for fiscal year 2020 to respond to the coronavirus pandemic; Sec. 20202 and 20204, regarding an above-the-line tax deduction for first responders for expenses and equipment related to pandemic response. S. 4558, the "Thank You Act," legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a temporary refundable tax credit for law enforcement officers and an above-the-line deduction for first responders; entire bill.
Filing targets: Bureau of Justice Assistance, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, White House Office
H.R. 2, the "Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation (INVEST) in America Act," to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs, and for other purposes; amendment proposal to amend the definition of pre-apprenticeship to include training (including a curriculum for the training), aligned with industry standards and reviewed and approved annually by sponsors of the registered apprenticeships within the documented partnership; (Norcross Amendment 16). H.R. 2, the "Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation (INVEST) in America Act," to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs, and for other purposes; amendment proposal to amend sec. 1611 to require engagement with registered apprenticeships programs and to facilitate marketing and recruitment efforts; (Norcross Amendment 17). H.R. 2, the "Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation (INVEST) in America Act," to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs, and for other purposes; amendment proposal to require the Secretary of Transportation to require each prospective contractor on a construction project carried out directly by the Department of Transportation or a recipient of Federal assistance under section 117, to certify that, if awarded a contract for the project, the prospective contractor and its subcontractors shall make a good faith effort to meet or exceed the apprenticeship employment goal on such project; (Norcross Amendment 18). H.R. 2, the "Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation (INVEST) in America Act," to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs, and for other purposes; amendment proposal to amend Section 22111(d) to clarify that a state may reserve each fiscal year up to 1% of the sums allotted to the state under this section for the fiscal year to carry out pre-apprenticeship programs; (Norcross Amendment 74). H.R. 2, the "Investing in a New Vision for the Environment and Surface Transportation (INVEST) in America Act," to authorize funds for Federal-aid highways, highway safety programs, and transit programs, and for other purposes; Division F, Title II related to water investments; Division G, Title IV regarding funding for hospitals and other healthcare infrastructure; Division J regarding public housing; Division M, Title VI related to public housing; Title II, section 90307 rehabilitation tax credit for schools, and Title I, Subtitle B regarding school infrastructure bonds.
H.R. 266, the "Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act," legislation to provide emergency small business assistance and health care response for individuals, families, and businesses affected by the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic; entire bill. H.R. 7010, the "Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act of 2020," a bill to amend the Small Business Act and the CARES Act to modify certain provisions related to the forgiveness of loans under the Paycheck Protection Program, to allow recipients of loan forgiveness under the Paycheck Protection Program to defer payroll taxes; entire bill. Interim final rule entitled "Paycheck Protection Program-Second Extension of Limited Safe Harbor With Respect to Certification Concerning Need for PPP Loan and Lender Reporting," to extend the limited safe harbor with respect to certification concerning need for PPP loan request from May 14 to May 18, 2020 (85 Fed. Reg. 31357, May 26, 2020). Interim final rule entitled "Paycheck Protection Program-Requirements--Extension of Limited Safe Harbor With Respect to Certification Concerning Need for PPP Loan Request," to extend the limited safe harbor with respect to certification concerning need for PPP loan request from May 7 to May 14, 2020 (85 Fed. Reg. 29845, May 19, 2020). Interim final rule entitled "Paycheck Protection Program-Requirements-Promissory Notes, Authorizations, Affiliation, and Eligibility," to provide a limited safe harbor with respect to certification concerning need for PPP loan request (85 Fed. Reg. 23450, April 28, 2020). Interim final rule entitled "Paycheck Protection Program--Revisions to Loan Forgiveness and Loan Review Procedures Interim Final Rules," to issue an alternative PPP loan forgiveness application form, SBA Form 3508EZ (85 Fed. Reg. 38304, June 26, 2020). S. 4116, legislation to extend the authority for commitments for the Paycheck Protection Program and separate amounts authorized for other loans under section 7(a) of the Small Business Ac; entire bill.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), SENATE, Small Business Administration (SBA), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
S. 273, the "Kelsey Smith Act," a bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require providers of a covered service to provide location information concerning the telecommunications device of a user of such service to an investigative or law enforcement officer or an employee or other agent of a public safety answering point in an emergency situation involving risk of death or serious physical harm or in order to respond to the user's call for emergency services; entire bill. S. 3398, the "Eliminating Abusive and Rampant Neglect of Interactive Technologies (EARN IT) Act," legislation to establish a National Commission on Online Child Sexual Exploitation Prevention; entire bill. S. 4051, the "Lawful Access to Encrypted Data Act," legislation to improve the ability of law enforcement agencies to access encrypted data; entire bill. General education concerning the challenges posed to law enforcement by encryption and other technological barriers on cellular phones and messaging apps.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, White House Office
H.R. 748, the "Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act," legislation to provide emergency assistance and health care response for individuals, families, and businesses affected by the 2020 coronavirus pandemic; Sec. 2307, making amendments regarding qualified improvement property. H.R. 1869, the "Restoring Investments in Improvements Act," legislation to allow immediate expensing for the full cost of renovations to the interior of commercial buildings; entire bill. S. 803, the "Restoring Investments in Improvements Act," legislation to allow immediate expensing for the full cost of renovations to the interior of commercial buildings; entire bill.
Implementation of the President's June 15, 2017 Executive Order 13801, "Expanding Apprenticeships in America." Implementation of the President's June 25, 2019 Executive Order 13878, "Establishing a White House Council on Eliminating Regulatory Barriers to Affordable Housing." Legislative proposal concerning employee classification issues in the construction industry (no bill introduced). General education concerning the application of federal prevailing wage requirements to federal and federally-assisted construction contracts.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
S. 273, the "Kelsey Smith Act," a bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to require providers of a covered service to provide location information concerning the telecommunications device of a user of such service to an investigative or law enforcement officer or an employee or other agent of a public safety answering point in an emergency situation involving risk of death or serious physical harm or in order to respond to the user's call for emergency services; entire bill. S. 3398, the "Eliminating Abusive and Rampant Neglect of Interactive Technologies (EARN IT) Act of 2020," legislation to establish a National Commission on Online Child Sexual Exploitation Prevention; entire bill. General education concerning the challenges posed to law enforcement by encryption and other technological barriers on cellular phones and messaging apps. General education regarding law enforcement's use of facial recognition technology and the potential impact of proposals to impose a ban or moratorium on such use.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, White House Office
Implementation of the President's June 15, 2017 Executive Order 13801, "Expanding Apprenticeships in America." Employment and Training Administration proposed rule entitled, "Apprenticeship Programs, Labor Standards for Registration, Amendment of Regulations" (84 Fed. Reg. 29970, June 25, 2019). Occupational Safety and Health Administration request for information to inform revisions to the silica rule list of acceptable practices-also known as Table 1 (84 Fed. Reg. 41667, August 15, 2019). General education concerning the application of federal prevailing wage requirements to federal and federally-assisted construction contracts. General education concerning employee classification issues in the construction industry.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
H.R. 1869, the "Restoring Investments in Improvements Act," legislation to allow immediate expensing for the full cost of renovations to the interior of commercial buildings; entire bill. S. 803, the "Restoring Investments in Improvements Act," legislation to allow immediate expensing for the full cost of renovations to the interior of commercial buildings; entire bill. H.R. 748, the "Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2019," legislation to repeal the excise tax on high-value healthcare plans offered to middle class workers; entire bill. S. 684, the "Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2019," legislation to repeal the excise tax on high-value healthcare plans offered to middle class workers; entire bill. Proposals to include as part of any tax extenders legislation further delay of the Affordable Care Act's 40% excise tax on high-quality healthcare plans provided to many working families; no bill introduced. S. 1623, the "Expanding Access to Apprenticeships Act", to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow for distributions from 529 accounts for expenses associated with registered apprenticeship programs; entire bill.
General education concerning proposals for comprehensive reform of the defined benefit, multiemployer pension system. General education concerning the importance of authorizing new plan designs as part of any comprehensive reform of multiemployer defined benefit pension plans. General education concerning the need for Congress to pass legislation to reform multiemployer pensions, to address more than just "red zone" plans, to provide solutions for the long-term stability of the multiemployer pension system, and to avoid proposals that would cause additional multiemployer plans to face insolvency. H.R. 397, the "Rehabilitation for Multiemployer Pensions Act," legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to create a Pension Rehabilitation Trust Fund and to establish a Pension Rehabilitation Administration within the Department of the Treasury to make loans to multiemployer defined benefit plans; entire bill. Draft legislation to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 and the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to authorize a new composite multiemployer pension plan design (no bill introduced). Legislative proposals to authorize composite multiemployer pension plans as a means to provide a secure, sustainable retirement for workers while ensuring the viability of sponsoring employers (no bill introduced).
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC), SENATE, White House Office
H.R. 748, the "Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2019," legislation to repeal the excise tax on high-value healthcare plans offered to middle class workers; entire bill. S. 684, the "Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act of 2019," legislation to repeal the excise tax on high-value healthcare plans offered to middle class workers; entire bill.
H.R. 1869, the "Restoring Investments in Improvements Act," legislation to allow immediate expensing for the full cost of renovations to the interior of commercial buildings; entire bill. S. 803, the "Restoring Investments in Improvements Act," legislation to allow immediate expensing for the full cost of renovations to the interior of commercial buildings; entire bill. H.R. 2679, the "529 OPTIONS Act," legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow tax free distributions from section 529 college savings plans for certain expenses associated with registered apprenticeship programs; entire bill. S. 1623, the "Expanding Access to Apprenticeships Act," legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow for distributions from 529 accounts for expenses associated with registered apprenticeship programs, entire bill. Legislative proposals to include as part of any tax extenders legislation further delay of the Affordable Care Act's 40 percent excise tax on high-quality healthcare plans provided to many working families (no bill introduced).
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
H.R. 1156, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004, which allows qualified active and retired police officers to carry a concealed weapon in any jurisdiction in the United States; entire bill. Legislative proposals to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004, which allows qualified active and retired police officers to carry a concealed weapon in any jurisdiction in the United States (no bill introduced). H.R. 1325, the "Protect and Serve Act of 2019," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. H.R. 2379, legislation to permanently reauthorize the Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Program at the Department of Justice; entire bill. S. 1231, legislation to permanently reauthorize the Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Program at the Department of Justice; entire bill. S. 954, the "Providing Officers With Electronic Resources (POWER) Act," legislation to provide grants to state, local, territorial, and tribal law enforcement agencies to purchase chemical screening devices and train personnel to use chemical screening devices in order to enhance law enforcement efficiency and protect law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 1480, the "Back the Blue Act of 2019," legislation to revise Title 18, U.S. Code, to enhance protections for federal, state, and local law enforcement officers. S. 1508, the "Thin Blue Line Act," legislation to provide additional aggravating factors for the imposition of the death penalty based on the status of the victim as a public safety officer; entire bill. Legislative proposal to reauthorize the COPS ON THE BEAT grant program at the Department of Justice (no bill introduced). Nomination of Jeffrey Rosen to be Deputy Attorney General.
Filing targets: Bureau of Justice Assistance, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
H.R. 1869, the "Restoring Investments in Improvements Act," legislation to allow immediate expensing for the full cost of renovations to the interior of commercial buildings; entire bill. S. 803, the "Restoring Investments in Improvements Act," legislation to allow immediate expensing for the full cost of renovations to the interior of commercial buildings; entire bill. Legislative proposals to include as part of any tax extenders legislation further delay of the Affordable Care Act's 40 percent excise tax on high-quality healthcare plans provided to many working families (no bill introduced). IRS final rule concerning the "Qualified Business Income Deduction" (84 Fed. Reg. 2952, Feb. 8, 2019); provisions concerning the presumption for individuals formerly treated as employees.
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Transportation, Dept of (DOT), Treasury, Dept of, White House Office
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
H.R. 99, the "Thin Blue Line Act," legislation to provide additional aggravating factors for the imposition of the death penalty based on the status of the victim as a public safety officer; entire bill. H.R. 1156, the "LEOSA Reform Act," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to improve the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act of 2004, which allows qualified active and retired police officers to carry a concealed weapon in any jurisdiction in the United States; entire bill. H.R. 1325, the "Protect and Serve Act of 2019," legislation to amend Title 18, U.S. Code, to punish criminal offenses targeting law enforcement officers; entire bill. S. 495, the "EAGLES Act of 2019," legislation to reauthorize and expand the National Threat Assessment Center of the Department of Homeland Security; entire bill. S. 820, the "Debbie Smith Reauthorization Act of 2019," legislation to reauthorize programs authorized under the Debbie Smith Act of 2004; entire bill. S. 954, the "Providing Officers With Electronic Resources (POWER) Act," legislation to provide grants to state, local, territorial, and tribal law enforcement agencies to purchase chemical screening devices and train personnel to use chemical screening devices in order to enhance law enforcement efficiency and protect law enforcement officers; entire bill. Legislative proposal to reauthorize the Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant Program at the Department of Justice (no bill introduced). Legislative proposal to reauthorize the COPS ON THE BEAT grant program at the Department of Justice (no bill introduced).
Filing targets: Bureau of Justice Assistance, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, Veterans Employment & Training Service