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H.R. 1173, Organized Retail Crime Act, to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandize Education to federal law enforcement regarding the problem of organized retail crime S. 470, to combat organized retail crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandize H.R. 1166, the E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009, to provide for more effective enforcement of the federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 4011, Organized Retail Crime Prevention and Enforcement Act of 2009, to amend the federal criminal code to prohibit the transportation of fraudulently obtained goods valued at $1,000 or more for sale on an online marketplace and to the barter or sale of such goods online with knowledge that such goods have been stolen, converted or taken by fraud H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange Fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 -- corporate governance issues
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2009 · second_quarter · 2A
Issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to environmental attributes, green jobs, and renewable projects Potential amendment to Pub. L. No. 111-5 for aggregation of sites for renewable projects National Action Plan on Demand Response The American Clean Energy Leadership Act (several Senate bills) amendments to Public Utility Regulatory Policy Act regarding net metering and interconnection; Distributed Generation amendment to the Renewable Electric Standard
Source: Senate LDA
H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment system H.R. 1173 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise S. 470 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1166 The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 corporate governance issues
H.R. 1173, Organized Retail Crime Act, to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandize Education to federal law enforcement regarding the problem of organized retail crime S. 470, to combat organized retail crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandize H.R. 1166, the E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009, to provide for more effective enforcement of the federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 4011, Organized Retail Crime Prevention and Enforcement Act of 2009, to amend the federal criminal code to prohibit the transportation of fraudulently obtained goods valued at $1,000 or more for sale on an online marketplace and to the barter or sale of such goods online with knowledge that such goods have been stolen, converted or taken by fraud H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange Fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 -- corporate governance issues
Interchange fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems (H.R. 5546 & S. 3086 in 110th Congress) S. 470 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1173 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise H.R. 1166 The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property
Interchange fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems (H.R. 5546 & S. 3086 in 110th Congress) S. 470 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1173 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise H.R. 1166 The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property
Interchange fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems (H.R. 5546 & S. 3086 in 110th Congress) S. 470 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1173 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise H.R. 1166 The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property
H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment system H.R. 1173 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise S. 470 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1166 The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 corporate governance issues
H.R. 1173, Organized Retail Crime Act, to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandize Education to federal law enforcement regarding the problem of organized retail crime S. 470, to combat organized retail crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandize H.R. 1166, the E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009, to provide for more effective enforcement of the federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 4011, Organized Retail Crime Prevention and Enforcement Act of 2009, to amend the federal criminal code to prohibit the transportation of fraudulently obtained goods valued at $1,000 or more for sale on an online marketplace and to the barter or sale of such goods online with knowledge that such goods have been stolen, converted or taken by fraud H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange Fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 -- corporate governance issues
H.R. 1173 - Organized Retail Crime Act - to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise S. 470 - to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1166 - The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange Fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 - corporate governance issues
Interchange fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems (H.R. 5546 & S. 3086 in 110th Congress) S. 470 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1173 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise H.R. 1166 The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property
H.R. 1173, Organized Retail Crime Act, to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandize Education to federal law enforcement regarding the problem of organized retail crime S. 470, to combat organized retail crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandize H.R. 1166, the E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009, to provide for more effective enforcement of the federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 4011, Organized Retail Crime Prevention and Enforcement Act of 2009, to amend the federal criminal code to prohibit the transportation of fraudulently obtained goods valued at $1,000 or more for sale on an online marketplace and to the barter or sale of such goods online with knowledge that such goods have been stolen, converted or taken by fraud H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange Fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 -- corporate governance issues
Interchange fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems (H.R. 5546 & S. 3086 in 110th Congress) S. 470 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1173 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise H.R. 1166 The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property
H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment system H.R. 1173 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise S. 470 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1166 The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 corporate governance issues
H.R. 1173, Organized Retail Crime Act, to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandize Education to federal law enforcement regarding the problem of organized retail crime S. 470, to combat organized retail crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandize H.R. 1166, the E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009, to provide for more effective enforcement of the federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 4011, Organized Retail Crime Prevention and Enforcement Act of 2009, to amend the federal criminal code to prohibit the transportation of fraudulently obtained goods valued at $1,000 or more for sale on an online marketplace and to the barter or sale of such goods online with knowledge that such goods have been stolen, converted or taken by fraud H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange Fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 -- corporate governance issues
Interchange fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems (H.R. 5546 & S. 3086 in 110th Congress) S. 470 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1173 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise H.R. 1166 The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property
H.R. 1173 - Organized Retail Crime Act - to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise S. 470 - to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1166 - The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange Fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 - corporate governance issues
H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment system H.R. 1173 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise S. 470 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1166 The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 corporate governance issues
H.R. 1173, Organized Retail Crime Act, to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandize Education to federal law enforcement regarding the problem of organized retail crime S. 470, to combat organized retail crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandize H.R. 1166, the E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009, to provide for more effective enforcement of the federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 4011, Organized Retail Crime Prevention and Enforcement Act of 2009, to amend the federal criminal code to prohibit the transportation of fraudulently obtained goods valued at $1,000 or more for sale on an online marketplace and to the barter or sale of such goods online with knowledge that such goods have been stolen, converted or taken by fraud H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange Fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 -- corporate governance issues
Afghanistan-Pakistan Security and Prosperity Enhancement Act
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
S. 730, Affordable Footwear Act of 2009 H.R. 496, Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 Discussions related to international operations and barriers to foreign investment in retail Discussions related to food security and agricultural development Discussions regarding bilateral investment treaties and the model BIT Discussions related to preference program reform H.R. 4101, New Partnership for Trade Development Act of 2009 H.R. 1318/1886, H.R. 2410 & S. 496, Pakistan and Afghanistan Reconstruction Opportunity Zones Discussions related to Panama and Colombia Free Trade Agreements S. 1631, Customs Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Reauthorization Act of 2009 H.R. 4284, to extend the Generalized System of Preferences and the Andean Trade Preferences Act, and for other purposes
Afghanistan-Pakistan Security and Prosperity Enhancement Act
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
S. 730, Affordable Footwear Act of 2009 H.R. 496, Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 China: Discussions related to expiration of textile quotas Digital television: Discussions related to conversion Discussions related to preference program reform Section 8204 of the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008, Public Law No. 110-246, Implementation of the Lacey Act (H.R. 2419) H.R. 1318/1886, H.R. 2410 & S. 496, Pakistan and Afghanistan Reconstruction Opportunity Zones Discussions related to customs modernization Discussions related to the Panama and Colombia Free Trade Agreements
Afghanistan-Pakistan Security and Prosperity Enhancement Act
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
S. 730, Affordable Footwear Act of 2009 H.R. 496, Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 Discussions related to international operations and barriers to foreign investment in retail Discussions related to food security and agricultural development Discussions regarding bilateral investment treaties and the model BIT Discussions related to preference program reform H.R. 4101, New Partnership for Trade Development Act of 2009 H.R. 1318/1886, H.R. 2410 & S. 496, Pakistan and Afghanistan Reconstruction Opportunity Zones Discussions related to Panama and Colombia Free Trade Agreements S. 1631, Customs Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Reauthorization Act of 2009 H.R. 4284, to extend the Generalized System of Preferences and the Andean Trade Preferences Act, and for other purposes
Afghanistan-Pakistan Security and Prosperity Enhancement Act
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
S. 730, Affordable Footwear Act of 2009 H.R. 496, Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 China: Discussions related to Section 421 safeguard cases Digital televsion: Discussion related to conversion Section 8204 of the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008, Public Law No. 110-246, Implementation of the Lacey Act (H.R. 2419) H.R. 1318/1886, H.R. 2410 & S. 496, Pakistan and Afghanistan Reconstruction Opportunity Zones Discussions related to the Panama and Columbia Free Trade Agreements S. 1631 Customs Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Reauthorization Act of 2009 Customs modernization and Walmart's customs processes Discussion of bilateral relations with Russia and international operations
Afghanistan-Pakistan Security and Prosperity Enhancement Act
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
S. 730, Affordable Footwear Act of 2009 H.R. 496, Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 Discussions related to international operations and barriers to foreign investment in retail Discussions related to food security and agricultural development Discussions regarding bilateral investment treaties and the model BIT Discussions related to preference program reform H.R. 4101, New Partnership for Trade Development Act of 2009 H.R. 1318/1886, H.R. 2410 & S. 496, Pakistan and Afghanistan Reconstruction Opportunity Zones Discussions related to Panama and Colombia Free Trade Agreements S. 1631, Customs Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Reauthorization Act of 2009 H.R. 4284, to extend the Generalized System of Preferences and the Andean Trade Preferences Act, and for other purposes
Afghanistan-Pakistan Security and Prosperity Enhancement Act
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
S. 730, Affordable Footwear Act of 2009 H.R. 496, Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 China: Discussions related to expiration of textile quotas Digital television: Discussions related to conversion Discussions related to preference program reform Section 8204 of the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008, Public Law No. 110-246, Implementation of the Lacey Act (H.R. 2419) H.R. 1318/1886, H.R. 2410 & S. 496, Pakistan and Afghanistan Reconstruction Opportunity Zones Discussions related to customs modernization Discussions related to the Panama and Colombia Free Trade Agreements
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes General health care reform: Senate Finance Committee proposal (policy options, financing policy options, and delivery system reform options); Senate HELP Committee proposal (Affordable Health Choices Act no bill number yet); House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees)
H.R. 1, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Pub. L. No. 111-5, provisions related to health information technology policy and COBRA expansion ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics and health information technology S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage General Medicare secondary payer issues Health care whitepaper (Senator Baucus) Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse
H.R. 1, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Pub. L. No. 111-5, provisions related to health information technology policy and COBRA expansion ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics and health information technology S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage General Medicare secondary payer issues Health care whitepaper (Senator Baucus) Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes. General health care legislative reform: policy options, financing policy options, delivery system reform options, and employer responsibility; America's Healthy Future Act (Senate Finance Committee proposal), S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate HELP Committee proposal); H.R. 3200, America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes; House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor committees
ERISA preemption of state laws on helath benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage H.R. 2641, Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements Act, and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families General health care legislative reform -- policy options, financing policy options, delivery system reform options, and employer responsibility: America's Healthy Future Act (Senate Finance Committee proposal); S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate HELP Committee proposal); H.R. 3200 America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes; House proposals from Ways and Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees; S. 1679 (HELP Committee passed bill); H.R. 3962 (House-passed bill); managers' amendments from Senate and House leadership H.R. 3991 Emergency Influenza Containment Act & S. 2790, Pandemic Protection for Workers, Families and Businesses Act, to ensure that American workers are able to follow, without financial harm, the recommendations of their employer and public health authorities to stay home when they have symptoms of a contagious disease that may put co-workers, customers or the public at risk
ERISA preemption of state laws on helath benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage H.R. 2641, Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements Act, and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families General health care legislative reform -- policy options, financing policy options, delivery system reform options, and employer responsibility: America's Healthy Future Act (Senate Finance Committee proposal); S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate HELP Committee proposal); H.R. 3200 America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes; House proposals from Ways and Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees; S. 1679 (HELP Committee passed bill); H.R. 3962 (House-passed bill); managers' amendments from Senate and House leadership H.R. 3991 Emergency Influenza Containment Act & S. 2790, Pandemic Protection for Workers, Families and Businesses Act, to ensure that American workers are able to follow, without financial harm, the recommendations of their employer and public health authorities to stay home when they have symptoms of a contagious disease that may put co-workers, customers or the public at risk
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes General health care reform: Senate Finance Committee proposal (policy options, financing policy options, and delivery system reform options); Senate HELP Committee proposal (Affordable Health Choices Act no bill number yet); House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees)
H.R. 1, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Pub. L. No. 111-5, provisions related to health information technology policy and COBRA expansion ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics and health information technology S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage General Medicare secondary payer issues Health care whitepaper (Senator Baucus) Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse
ERISA preemption of state laws on helath benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage H.R. 2641, Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements Act, and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families General health care legislative reform -- policy options, financing policy options, delivery system reform options, and employer responsibility: America's Healthy Future Act (Senate Finance Committee proposal); S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate HELP Committee proposal); H.R. 3200 America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes; House proposals from Ways and Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees; S. 1679 (HELP Committee passed bill); H.R. 3962 (House-passed bill); managers' amendments from Senate and House leadership H.R. 3991 Emergency Influenza Containment Act & S. 2790, Pandemic Protection for Workers, Families and Businesses Act, to ensure that American workers are able to follow, without financial harm, the recommendations of their employer and public health authorities to stay home when they have symptoms of a contagious disease that may put co-workers, customers or the public at risk
Food Safety -- Education initiative regarding Company's food safety practices H.R. 2749, FDA Globalization Act of 2009, to amend the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of food in the global market, and for other purposes H.R. 1398, the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510, FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program reauthorization and H.R. 1105 (FY 09 omnibus appropriations bill) - eWIC issues S. 2792, A bill to amend the Federal Meat Inpection Act to develop an effective sampling and testing program to test for E. coli 0157:H7 in boneless beef manufacturing trimmings and other raw ground beef components, and for other purposes
Food Safety -- Education initiative regarding Company's food safety practices H.R. 2749, FDA Globalization Act of 2009, to amend the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of food in the global market, and for other purposes H.R. 1398, the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510, FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program reauthorization and H.R. 1105 (FY 09 omnibus appropriations bill) - eWIC issues S. 2792, A bill to amend the Federal Meat Inpection Act to develop an effective sampling and testing program to test for E. coli 0157:H7 in boneless beef manufacturing trimmings and other raw ground beef components, and for other purposes
Food Safety -- Education initiative regarding Company's food safety practices H.R. 2749, FDA Globalization Act of 2009, to amend the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of food in the global market, and for other purposes H.R. 1398, the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510, FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program reauthorization and H.R. 1105 (FY 09 omnibus appropriations bill) - eWIC issues S. 2792, A bill to amend the Federal Meat Inpection Act to develop an effective sampling and testing program to test for E. coli 0157:H7 in boneless beef manufacturing trimmings and other raw ground beef components, and for other purposes
Food Safety Education initiative regarding Companys food safety practices H.R. 2749, to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of food in the global market, and for other purposes H.R. 1398 the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510 FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program reauthorization & H.R. 1105 (FY09 omnibus appropriations bill) eWIC issues
Food Safety - Education initiative regarding Walmart's food safety practices H.R. 2749, FDA Globalization Act of 2009, to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of food in the global market, and for other purposes H.R. 1398 - the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510 - FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program Reauthorization & H.R. 1105 (FY09 omnibus appropriations bill)- eWIC issues
H.R. 1398 the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510 FDA Food Safety Modernization Act H.R. 759 FDA Globalization Act of 20 Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program reauthorization & H.R. 1105 (FY09 omnibus appropriations bill) eWIC issues
H.R. 1398 the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510 FDA Food Safety Modernization Act H.R. 759 FDA Globalization Act of 20 Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program reauthorization & H.R. 1105 (FY09 omnibus appropriations bill) eWIC issues
H.R. 1398 the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510 FDA Food Safety Modernization Act H.R. 759 FDA Globalization Act of 20 Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program reauthorization & H.R. 1105 (FY09 omnibus appropriations bill) eWIC issues
Food Safety Education initiative regarding Companys food safety practices H.R. 2749, to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of food in the global market, and for other purposes H.R. 1398 the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510 FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program reauthorization & H.R. 1105 (FY09 omnibus appropriations bill) eWIC issues
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide sick leave H.R. 3249 & S. 1478, Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave H.R. 3249 & S. 1478, Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009 Administration initiatives seeking the participation of philanthropic companies and organizations in student achievement (K-16) and school reform/improvement: Department of Education Investing in Innovation fund; White House Office of Social Innovation Fund
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave H.R. 3249 & S. 1478, Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009 Administration initiatives seeking the participation of philanthropic companies and organizations in student achievement (K-16) and school reform/improvement: Department of Education Investing in Innovation fund; White House Office of Social Innovation Fund
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act Re-Empowerment of Skilled and Professional Employees and Construction Tradeworkers (RESPECT) Act (H.R. 1644 & S. 969 in 110th Congress; no bill number in 111th Congress) H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave H.R. 3249 & S. 1478, Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009 Administration initiatives seeking the participation of philanthropic companies and organizations in student achievement (K-16) and school reform/improvement: Department of Education Investing in Innovation fund; White House Office of Social Innovation Fund
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act Re-Empowerment of Skilled and Professional Employees and Construction Tradeworkers (RESPECT) Act (H.R. 1644 & S. 969 in 110th Congress; no bill number in 111th Congress) H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009
Promoting Innovation and Access to Life-Saving Medicine Act
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes General health care reform: Senate Finance Committee proposal (policy options, financing policy options, and delivery system reform options); Senate HELP Committee proposal (Affordable Health Choices Act no bill number yet); House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees)
Promoting Innovation and Access to Life-Saving Medicine Act
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes General health care reform: Senate Finance Committee proposal (policy options, financing policy options, and delivery system reform options); Senate HELP Committee proposal (Affordable Health Choices Act no bill number yet); House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees)
Promoting Innovation and Access to Life-Saving Medicine Act
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes. General health care legislative reform: policy options, financing policy options, delivery system reform options, and employer responsibility; America's Healthy Future Act (Senate Finance Committee proposal), S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate HELP Committee proposal); H.R. 3200, America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes; House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor committees
H.R. 1548 & S. 1427, Legislation amending title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price
H.R. 1548 & S. 1427 to amend title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price H.R. 616 & S. 511 to amend part B of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for an exemption of pharmacies and pharmacists from certain Medicare accreditation requirements in the same manner as such exemption applies to certain professionals H.R. 1970 & S. 956 to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to exempt unsanctioned State-licensed retail pharmacies from the surety bond requirement under the Medicare program for suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS)
H.R. 1548 & S. 1427 - to amend title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes - Average Manufacturer's Price H.R. 616 & S. 511 - to amend part B of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for an exemption of pharmacies and pharmacists from certain Medicare accreditation requirements in the same manner as such exemption applies to certain professionals H.R. 1970 & S. 956 - to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to exempt unsanctioned State-licensed retail pharmacists from the surety bond requirement under the Medicare program for suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS)
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes General health care reform: Senate Finance Committee proposal (policy options, financing policy options, and delivery system reform options); Senate HELP Committee proposal (Affordable Health Choices Act no bill number yet); House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees)
H.R. 1548 & S. 1427, Legislation amending title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes. General health care legislative reform: policy options, financing policy options, delivery system reform options, and employer responsibility; America's Healthy Future Act (Senate Finance Committee proposal), S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate HELP Committee proposal); H.R. 3200, America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes; House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor committees
H.R. 1548 & S. 1427 to amend title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price H.R. 616 & S. 511 to amend part B of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for an exemption of pharmacies and pharmacists from certain Medicare accreditation requirements in the same manner as such exemption applies to certain professionals H.R. 1970 & S. 956 to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to exempt unsanctioned State-licensed retail pharmacies from the surety bond requirement under the Medicare program for suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS)
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes General health care reform: Senate Finance Committee proposal (policy options, financing policy options, and delivery system reform options); Senate HELP Committee proposal (Affordable Health Choices Act no bill number yet); House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees)
H.R. 1548 & S. 1427, Legislation amending title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price
Preserve Patient Access to Reputable DMEPOS Providers Act of 2009
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
H.R. 1548 & S. 1427 - to amend title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes - Average Manufacturer's Price H.R. 616 & S. 511 - to amend part B of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for an exemption of pharmacies and pharmacists from certain Medicare accreditation requirements in the same manner as such exemption applies to certain professionals H.R. 1970 & S. 956 - to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to exempt unsanctioned State-licensed retail pharmacists from the surety bond requirement under the Medicare program for suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS)
Preserve Patient Access to Reputable DMEPOS Providers Act of 2009
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
H.R. 1548 & S. 1427 to amend title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price H.R. 616 & S. 511 to amend part B of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for an exemption of pharmacies and pharmacists from certain Medicare accreditation requirements in the same manner as such exemption applies to certain professionals H.R. 1970 & S. 956 to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to exempt unsanctioned State-licensed retail pharmacies from the surety bond requirement under the Medicare program for suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS)
Preserve Patient Access to Reputable DMEPOS Providers Act of 2009
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
H.R. 1548 & S. 1427 to amend title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price H.R. 616 & S. 511 to amend part B of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for an exemption of pharmacies and pharmacists from certain Medicare accreditation requirements in the same manner as such exemption applies to certain professionals H.R. 1970 & S. 956 to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to exempt unsanctioned State-licensed retail pharmacies from the surety bond requirement under the Medicare program for suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS)
H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment system H.R. 1173 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise S. 470 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1166 The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 corporate governance issues
H.R. 1173, Organized Retail Crime Act, to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandize Education to federal law enforcement regarding the problem of organized retail crime S. 470, to combat organized retail crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandize H.R. 1166, the E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009, to provide for more effective enforcement of the federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 4011, Organized Retail Crime Prevention and Enforcement Act of 2009, to amend the federal criminal code to prohibit the transportation of fraudulently obtained goods valued at $1,000 or more for sale on an online marketplace and to the barter or sale of such goods online with knowledge that such goods have been stolen, converted or taken by fraud H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange Fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 -- corporate governance issues
H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment system H.R. 1173 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise S. 470 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1166 The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 corporate governance issues
H.R. 1173, Organized Retail Crime Act, to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandize Education to federal law enforcement regarding the problem of organized retail crime S. 470, to combat organized retail crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandize H.R. 1166, the E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009, to provide for more effective enforcement of the federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 4011, Organized Retail Crime Prevention and Enforcement Act of 2009, to amend the federal criminal code to prohibit the transportation of fraudulently obtained goods valued at $1,000 or more for sale on an online marketplace and to the barter or sale of such goods online with knowledge that such goods have been stolen, converted or taken by fraud H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange Fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 -- corporate governance issues
H.R. 1173, Organized Retail Crime Act, to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandize Education to federal law enforcement regarding the problem of organized retail crime S. 470, to combat organized retail crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandize H.R. 1166, the E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009, to provide for more effective enforcement of the federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 4011, Organized Retail Crime Prevention and Enforcement Act of 2009, to amend the federal criminal code to prohibit the transportation of fraudulently obtained goods valued at $1,000 or more for sale on an online marketplace and to the barter or sale of such goods online with knowledge that such goods have been stolen, converted or taken by fraud H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange Fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 -- corporate governance issues
H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act -- data security FTC; Exploring Privacy, A Roundtable Series (December 7, 2009) Discussions on privacy and online behavioral advertising legislation
H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act -- data security FTC; Exploring Privacy, A Roundtable Series (December 7, 2009) Discussions on privacy and online behavioral advertising legislation
H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act -- data security FTC; Exploring Privacy, A Roundtable Series (December 7, 2009) Discussions on privacy and online behavioral advertising legislation
H.R. 1173 - Organized Retail Crime Act - to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise S. 470 - to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1166 - The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange Fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 - corporate governance issues
Cargo security, C-TPAT, supply chain security, emergency preparedness and readiness issues; DHS Reauthorization General education on Wal-Marts global supply chain security program H.R. 2355, Making Opportunities Via Efficient and More Effective National Transportation (MOVEMENT) Act
Cargo security, C-PAT, supply chain security, emergency preparedness and readiness issues; DHS Reauthorization General education on Company's global supply chain security program H.R. 2355, Making Opportunities Via Efficient and More Effective National Transportation (MOVEMENT) Act General education on Company's emergency preparedness and response
Cargo security, C-TPAT, supply chain security, domestic emergency preparedness and readiness issues, DHS reauthorization General education on Walmart's global supply chain security program H.R. 2355, Making Opportunities Via Eficient and More Effective National Transportation (MOVEMENT) Act
Cargo security, C-TPAT, supply chain security, emergency preparedness and readiness issues; DHS Reauthorization General education on Wal-Marts global supply chain security program H.R. 2355, Making Opportunities Via Efficient and More Effective National Transportation (MOVEMENT) Act
Cargo security, C-TPAT, supply chain security, domestic emergency preparedness and readiness issues, DHS reauthorization General education on Walmart's global supply chain security program H.R. 2355, Making Opportunities Via Eficient and More Effective National Transportation (MOVEMENT) Act
Cargo security, C-TPAT, supply chain security, domestic emergency preparedness and readiness issues, DHS reauthorization General education on Walmart's global supply chain security program H.R. 2355, Making Opportunities Via Eficient and More Effective National Transportation (MOVEMENT) Act
Cane River National Heritage Area Reauthorization Act of 2009
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
H.R. 2383, to amend the Truth in Lending Act to prohibit unfair practices in electronic payment system networks, and for other purposes
Cane River National Heritage Area Reauthorization Act of 2009
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
H.R. 2383, to amend the Truth in Lending Act to prohibit unfair practices in electronic payment system networks, and for other purposes H.R. 4173, Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2009: CFPA, derivatives issues Senator Dodd discussion draft of finacial regulatory reform legislation: CFPA. derivitives issues Prepaid/gift card issues H.R. 3269, The Corporate and Financial Institution Compensation Fairness Act of 2009
Cane River National Heritage Area Reauthorization Act of 2009
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
H.R. 2383, to amend the Truth in Lending Act to prohibit unfair practices in electronic payment system networks, and for other purposes
Cane River National Heritage Area Reauthorization Act of 2009
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
H.R. 2383, to amend the Truth in Lending Act to prohibit unfair practices in electronic payment system networks, and for other purposes Issues related to Company's financial service offerings H.R. 3269, The Corporate and Financial Institution Compensation Fairness Act of 2009
Cane River National Heritage Area Reauthorization Act of 2009
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
H.R. 2383, to amend the Truth in Lending Act to prohibit unfair practices in electronic payment system networks, and for other purposes H.R. 4173, Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2009: CFPA, derivatives issues Senator Dodd discussion draft of finacial regulatory reform legislation: CFPA. derivitives issues Prepaid/gift card issues H.R. 3269, The Corporate and Financial Institution Compensation Fairness Act of 2009
Cane River National Heritage Area Reauthorization Act of 2009
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
H.R. 2383, to amend the Truth in Lending Act to prohibit unfair practices in electronic payment system networks, and for other purposes H.R. 4173, Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2009: CFPA, derivatives issues Senator Dodd discussion draft of finacial regulatory reform legislation: CFPA. derivitives issues Prepaid/gift card issues H.R. 3269, The Corporate and Financial Institution Compensation Fairness Act of 2009
ERISA preemption of state laws on helath benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage H.R. 2641, Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements Act, and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families General health care legislative reform -- policy options, financing policy options, delivery system reform options, and employer responsibility: America's Healthy Future Act (Senate Finance Committee proposal); S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate HELP Committee proposal); H.R. 3200 America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes; House proposals from Ways and Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees; S. 1679 (HELP Committee passed bill); H.R. 3962 (House-passed bill); managers' amendments from Senate and House leadership H.R. 3991 Emergency Influenza Containment Act & S. 2790, Pandemic Protection for Workers, Families and Businesses Act, to ensure that American workers are able to follow, without financial harm, the recommendations of their employer and public health authorities to stay home when they have symptoms of a contagious disease that may put co-workers, customers or the public at risk
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide sick leave H.R. 3249 & S. 1478, Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act Re-Empowerment of Skilled and Professional Employees and Construction Tradeworkers (RESPECT) Act (H.R. 1644 & S. 969 in 110th Congress; no bill number in 111th Congress) H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes General health care reform: Senate Finance Committee proposal (policy options, financing policy options, and delivery system reform options); Senate HELP Committee proposal (Affordable Health Choices Act no bill number yet); House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees)
ERISA preemption of state laws on helath benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage H.R. 2641, Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements Act, and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families General health care legislative reform -- policy options, financing policy options, delivery system reform options, and employer responsibility: America's Healthy Future Act (Senate Finance Committee proposal); S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate HELP Committee proposal); H.R. 3200 America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes; House proposals from Ways and Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees; S. 1679 (HELP Committee passed bill); H.R. 3962 (House-passed bill); managers' amendments from Senate and House leadership H.R. 3991 Emergency Influenza Containment Act & S. 2790, Pandemic Protection for Workers, Families and Businesses Act, to ensure that American workers are able to follow, without financial harm, the recommendations of their employer and public health authorities to stay home when they have symptoms of a contagious disease that may put co-workers, customers or the public at risk
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act Re-Empowerment of Skilled and Professional Employees and Construction Tradeworkers (RESPECT) Act (H.R. 1644 & S. 969 in 110th Congress; no bill number in 111th Congress) H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave H.R. 3249 & S. 1478, Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009 Administration initiatives seeking the participation of philanthropic companies and organizations in student achievement (K-16) and school reform/improvement: Department of Education Investing in Innovation fund; White House Office of Social Innovation Fund
ERISA preemption of state laws on helath benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage H.R. 2641, Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements Act, and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families General health care legislative reform -- policy options, financing policy options, delivery system reform options, and employer responsibility: America's Healthy Future Act (Senate Finance Committee proposal); S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate HELP Committee proposal); H.R. 3200 America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes; House proposals from Ways and Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees; S. 1679 (HELP Committee passed bill); H.R. 3962 (House-passed bill); managers' amendments from Senate and House leadership H.R. 3991 Emergency Influenza Containment Act & S. 2790, Pandemic Protection for Workers, Families and Businesses Act, to ensure that American workers are able to follow, without financial harm, the recommendations of their employer and public health authorities to stay home when they have symptoms of a contagious disease that may put co-workers, customers or the public at risk
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave H.R. 3249 & S. 1478, Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009 Administration initiatives seeking the participation of philanthropic companies and organizations in student achievement (K-16) and school reform/improvement: Department of Education Investing in Innovation fund; White House Office of Social Innovation Fund
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes. General health care legislative reform: policy options, financing policy options, delivery system reform options, and employer responsibility; America's Healthy Future Act (Senate Finance Committee proposal), S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate HELP Committee proposal); H.R. 3200, America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes; House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor committees
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave H.R. 3249 & S. 1478, Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009 Administration initiatives seeking the participation of philanthropic companies and organizations in student achievement (K-16) and school reform/improvement: Department of Education Investing in Innovation fund; White House Office of Social Innovation Fund
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes General health care reform: Senate Finance Committee proposal (policy options, financing policy options, and delivery system reform options); Senate HELP Committee proposal (Affordable Health Choices Act no bill number yet); House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees)
Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements Act of 2009
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes General health care reform: Senate Finance Committee proposal (policy options, financing policy options, and delivery system reform options); Senate HELP Committee proposal (Affordable Health Choices Act no bill number yet); House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees)
Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements Act of 2009
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
ERISA preemption of state laws on helath benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage H.R. 2641, Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements Act, and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families General health care legislative reform -- policy options, financing policy options, delivery system reform options, and employer responsibility: America's Healthy Future Act (Senate Finance Committee proposal); S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate HELP Committee proposal); H.R. 3200 America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes; House proposals from Ways and Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees; S. 1679 (HELP Committee passed bill); H.R. 3962 (House-passed bill); managers' amendments from Senate and House leadership H.R. 3991 Emergency Influenza Containment Act & S. 2790, Pandemic Protection for Workers, Families and Businesses Act, to ensure that American workers are able to follow, without financial harm, the recommendations of their employer and public health authorities to stay home when they have symptoms of a contagious disease that may put co-workers, customers or the public at risk
Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements Act of 2009
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes. General health care legislative reform: policy options, financing policy options, delivery system reform options, and employer responsibility; America's Healthy Future Act (Senate Finance Committee proposal), S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate HELP Committee proposal); H.R. 3200, America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes; House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor committees
Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements Act of 2009
Client: WALMART INC · Firm: WALMART INC.
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes General health care reform: Senate Finance Committee proposal (policy options, financing policy options, and delivery system reform options); Senate HELP Committee proposal (Affordable Health Choices Act no bill number yet); House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees)
Food Safety Education initiative regarding Companys food safety practices H.R. 2749, to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of food in the global market, and for other purposes H.R. 1398 the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510 FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program reauthorization & H.R. 1105 (FY09 omnibus appropriations bill) eWIC issues
Comprehensive Immigration Reform (no bill)
Cargo security, C-TPAT, supply chain security, emergency preparedness and readiness issues; DHS Reauthorization General education on Wal-Marts global supply chain security program H.R. 2355, Making Opportunities Via Efficient and More Effective National Transportation (MOVEMENT) Act
Digital Television Consumer Relief Act (H.R. 5635 in 110th Congress), a bill to eliminate duties on digital TV converter boxes Discussions on privacy and online behavioral advertising legislation Discussions on Wal-Marts experience as a retailer with DTV coupon redemption and availability of boxes
Issues related to surface transportation reauthorization: truck size and weight; gasoline taxes, VMT fees; container fees; WMTs trucking fleet and logistics operations
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes General health care reform: Senate Finance Committee proposal (policy options, financing policy options, and delivery system reform options); Senate HELP Committee proposal (Affordable Health Choices Act no bill number yet); House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees)
H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment system H.R. 1173 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise S. 470 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1166 The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 corporate governance issues
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act Re-Empowerment of Skilled and Professional Employees and Construction Tradeworkers (RESPECT) Act (H.R. 1644 & S. 969 in 110th Congress; no bill number in 111th Congress) H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009
Issues related to Companys domestic and international sustainability agenda, including its China Sustainability Initiative Issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to environmental attributes, green jobs, and renewable projects Water issues: water reclamation; storm water runoff; water efficiency
S. 730, Affordable Footwear Act of 2009 H.R. 496, Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 China: Discussions related to expiration of textile quotas Digital television: Discussions related to conversion Discussions related to preference program reform Section 8204 of the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008, Public Law No. 110-246, Implementation of the Lacey Act (H.R. 2419) H.R. 1318/1886, H.R. 2410 & S. 496, Pakistan and Afghanistan Reconstruction Opportunity Zones Discussions related to customs modernization Discussions related to the Panama and Colombia Free Trade Agreements
H.R. 2383, to amend the Truth in Lending Act to prohibit unfair practices in electronic payment system networks, and for other purposes
FY 2010 Administration budget proposal international tax and LIFO repeal provisions Energy Efficient Buildings Deduction (extended as part of H.R. 6049, extenders legislation in 110th Congress) Sales and use taxes on interstate transactions (S. 34 and H.R. 3396 in the 110th Congress)
H.R. 1548 & S. 1427 to amend title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price H.R. 616 & S. 511 to amend part B of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for an exemption of pharmacies and pharmacists from certain Medicare accreditation requirements in the same manner as such exemption applies to certain professionals H.R. 1970 & S. 956 to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to exempt unsanctioned State-licensed retail pharmacies from the surety bond requirement under the Medicare program for suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Natl Security Council (NSC), Office of Natl Drug Control Policy (NDCP), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2009 · first_quarter · 1A
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act (H.R. 800 & S. 1041 in 110th Congress) Re-Empowerment of Skilled and Professional Employees and Construction Tradeworkers (RESPECT) Act (H.R. 1644 & S. 969 in 110th Congress) H.R. 11 & S. 181, Lilly Ledbetter Fair Play Act, Pub. Law No. 111-2 A bill to amend Title II of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to clarify the filing period applicable to charges of discrimination, and for other purposes (S. 3209 in 110th Congress) Introduction of Wal-Marts international labor practices and ethical sourcing program, including Wal-Marts China Sustainability Initiative Paycheck Fairness Act, to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (H.R. 1338 in 100th Congress) Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave (H.R. 1542 & S. 910 in 110th Congress)
S. 730, Affordable Footwear Act of 2009 H.R. 496, Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 China: Discussions related to expiration of textile quotas Digital television: Discussions related to conversion H.R. 1, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Pub. L. No. 111-5, provisions related to Trade Adjustment Assistance
S. 2191, Americas Climate Security Act of 2007 & S. 3036, Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act of 2008 (Boxer substitute) Dingell-Boucher discussion draft bill on climate change Issues related to Companys China Sustainability Initiative Issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to environmental attributes, green jobs, and renewable projects H.R. 1, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Pub. L. No. 111-5 clean technology issues
Legislation to amend the Truth in Lending Act to prohibit unfair practices in electronic payment system networks, and for other purposes (H.R. 6248 in 110th Congress)
H.R. 1548 & S. 1427, Legislation amending title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price
Issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to environmental attributes, green jobs, and renewable projects H.R. 1, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Pub. L. No. 111-5 clean technology issues Potential amendment to Pub. L. No. 111-5 for aggregation of sites for renewable projects S. 2191, Americas Climate Security Act of 2007 & S. 3036, Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act of 2008 (Boxer substitute) Dingell-Boucher discussion draft bill on climate change
H.R. 1398 the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510 FDA Food Safety Modernization Act H.R. 759 FDA Globalization Act of 20 Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program reauthorization & H.R. 1105 (FY09 omnibus appropriations bill) eWIC issues
Cargo security, C-TPAT, supply chain security, emergency preparedness and readiness issues; DHS Reauthorization General education on Wal-Marts global supply chain security program Good Samaritan legislative issues Making Opportunities Via Efficient and More Effective National Transportation (MOVEMENT) Act (no bill introduced in 111th Congress to date)
Interchange fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems (H.R. 5546 & S. 3086 in 110th Congress) S. 470 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1173 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise H.R. 1166 The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property
H.R. 1, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Pub. L. No. 111-5, provisions related to health information technology policy and COBRA expansion ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics and health information technology S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage General Medicare secondary payer issues Health care whitepaper (Senator Baucus) Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse
Tax reform issues, including proposals to repeal LIFO and deferral (H.R. 3970 in 110th Congress) Energy Efficient Buildings Deduction (extended as part of H.R. 6049, extenders legislation in 110th Congress)
Digital Television Consumer Relief Act (H.R. 5635 in 110th Congress), a bill to eliminate duties on digital TV converter boxes Discussions on online behavioral advertising legislation Discussions on Wal-Marts experience as a retailer with DTV coupon redemption and availability of boxes
Filing targets: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Natl Drug Control Policy (NDCP), SENATE, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2009 · fourth_quarter · 4A
H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act -- data security FTC; Exploring Privacy, A Roundtable Series (December 7, 2009) Discussions on privacy and online behavioral advertising legislation
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave H.R. 3249 & S. 1478, Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009 Administration initiatives seeking the participation of philanthropic companies and organizations in student achievement (K-16) and school reform/improvement: Department of Education Investing in Innovation fund; White House Office of Social Innovation Fund
Issues related to surface transportation reauthorization: truck size and weight; gasoline taxes; VMT fees; container fees; Walmart's trucking fleet and logistics operations
Issues related to Company's domestic and international sustainability agenda, including its China Sustainability Initiative H.R. 2454 & H.R. 2998, American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009, and S. 1733, Clean Energy Jobs and Power Act -- issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to environmental attributes, green jobs and renewable projects Water issues: water reclamation; storm water runoff; water efficiency
Miscellaneous tariff bills on artificial flowers: S. 2082 (floral sprays); S. 2083 (swags); S. 2084 (wreaths); S. 2599 (single-species bushes); S. 2600 (multi-species bushes); S. 2465 (arrangements); S. 2466 (floral stems); S. 2370 (clips); S. 2371 (picks); S. 2372 (candle rings)
Cargo security, C-TPAT, supply chain security, domestic emergency preparedness and readiness issues, DHS reauthorization General education on Walmart's global supply chain security program H.R. 2355, Making Opportunities Via Eficient and More Effective National Transportation (MOVEMENT) Act
Comprehensive Immigration Reform (no bill)
S. 730, Affordable Footwear Act of 2009 H.R. 496, Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 Discussions related to international operations and barriers to foreign investment in retail Discussions related to food security and agricultural development Discussions regarding bilateral investment treaties and the model BIT Discussions related to preference program reform H.R. 4101, New Partnership for Trade Development Act of 2009 H.R. 1318/1886, H.R. 2410 & S. 496, Pakistan and Afghanistan Reconstruction Opportunity Zones Discussions related to Panama and Colombia Free Trade Agreements S. 1631, Customs Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Reauthorization Act of 2009 H.R. 4284, to extend the Generalized System of Preferences and the Andean Trade Preferences Act, and for other purposes
H.R. 2383, to amend the Truth in Lending Act to prohibit unfair practices in electronic payment system networks, and for other purposes H.R. 4173, Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2009: CFPA, derivatives issues Senator Dodd discussion draft of finacial regulatory reform legislation: CFPA. derivitives issues Prepaid/gift card issues H.R. 3269, The Corporate and Financial Institution Compensation Fairness Act of 2009
ERISA preemption of state laws on helath benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage H.R. 2641, Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements Act, and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families General health care legislative reform -- policy options, financing policy options, delivery system reform options, and employer responsibility: America's Healthy Future Act (Senate Finance Committee proposal); S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate HELP Committee proposal); H.R. 3200 America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes; House proposals from Ways and Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees; S. 1679 (HELP Committee passed bill); H.R. 3962 (House-passed bill); managers' amendments from Senate and House leadership H.R. 3991 Emergency Influenza Containment Act & S. 2790, Pandemic Protection for Workers, Families and Businesses Act, to ensure that American workers are able to follow, without financial harm, the recommendations of their employer and public health authorities to stay home when they have symptoms of a contagious disease that may put co-workers, customers or the public at risk
FY 2010 Administration budget proposal -- international tax issues, LIFO repeal provisions, and Energy Efficient Buildings Deduction (extended as part of H.R. 6049, extenders legislation in the 110th Congress) Sales and use taxes on interstate transactions (S. 34 and H.R. 3396 in the 110th Congress) H.R. 4213 Tax Extenders Act of 2009
S. 1232, a bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act with respect to the importation of prescription drugs, and for other purposes
H.R. 2454 & H.R. 2998, American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009, and S. 1733, Clean Energy Jobs and Power Act -- issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to envirnonmental attributes, green jobs and renewable projects Potential amendment to Pub. L. No, 111-5 for aggregation of sites for renewable projects National Action Plan on Demand Response S. 1462, The American Clean Energy Leadership Act (and related Senate bills) -- amendments to Public Utility Regulatory Policy Act regarding net metering and interconnection; Distrbuted Generation amendment to the Renewable Electric Standard
Food Safety -- Education initiative regarding Company's food safety practices H.R. 2749, FDA Globalization Act of 2009, to amend the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of food in the global market, and for other purposes H.R. 1398, the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510, FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program reauthorization and H.R. 1105 (FY 09 omnibus appropriations bill) - eWIC issues S. 2792, A bill to amend the Federal Meat Inpection Act to develop an effective sampling and testing program to test for E. coli 0157:H7 in boneless beef manufacturing trimmings and other raw ground beef components, and for other purposes
H.R. 1173, Organized Retail Crime Act, to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandize Education to federal law enforcement regarding the problem of organized retail crime S. 470, to combat organized retail crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandize H.R. 1166, the E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009, to provide for more effective enforcement of the federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 4011, Organized Retail Crime Prevention and Enforcement Act of 2009, to amend the federal criminal code to prohibit the transportation of fraudulently obtained goods valued at $1,000 or more for sale on an online marketplace and to the barter or sale of such goods online with knowledge that such goods have been stolen, converted or taken by fraud H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange Fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 -- corporate governance issues
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Education, Dept of, Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Natl Security Council (NSC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of Natl Drug Control Policy (NDCP), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2009 · fourth_quarter · 4A
Food Safety -- Education initiative regarding Company's food safety practices H.R. 2749, FDA Globalization Act of 2009, to amend the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of food in the global market, and for other purposes H.R. 1398, the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510, FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program reauthorization and H.R. 1105 (FY 09 omnibus appropriations bill) - eWIC issues S. 2792, A bill to amend the Federal Meat Inpection Act to develop an effective sampling and testing program to test for E. coli 0157:H7 in boneless beef manufacturing trimmings and other raw ground beef components, and for other purposes
H.R. 2383, to amend the Truth in Lending Act to prohibit unfair practices in electronic payment system networks, and for other purposes H.R. 4173, Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2009: CFPA, derivatives issues Senator Dodd discussion draft of finacial regulatory reform legislation: CFPA. derivitives issues Prepaid/gift card issues H.R. 3269, The Corporate and Financial Institution Compensation Fairness Act of 2009
ERISA preemption of state laws on helath benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage H.R. 2641, Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements Act, and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families General health care legislative reform -- policy options, financing policy options, delivery system reform options, and employer responsibility: America's Healthy Future Act (Senate Finance Committee proposal); S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate HELP Committee proposal); H.R. 3200 America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes; House proposals from Ways and Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees; S. 1679 (HELP Committee passed bill); H.R. 3962 (House-passed bill); managers' amendments from Senate and House leadership H.R. 3991 Emergency Influenza Containment Act & S. 2790, Pandemic Protection for Workers, Families and Businesses Act, to ensure that American workers are able to follow, without financial harm, the recommendations of their employer and public health authorities to stay home when they have symptoms of a contagious disease that may put co-workers, customers or the public at risk
H.R. 1173, Organized Retail Crime Act, to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandize Education to federal law enforcement regarding the problem of organized retail crime S. 470, to combat organized retail crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandize H.R. 1166, the E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009, to provide for more effective enforcement of the federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 4011, Organized Retail Crime Prevention and Enforcement Act of 2009, to amend the federal criminal code to prohibit the transportation of fraudulently obtained goods valued at $1,000 or more for sale on an online marketplace and to the barter or sale of such goods online with knowledge that such goods have been stolen, converted or taken by fraud H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange Fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 -- corporate governance issues
Issues related to surface transportation reauthorization: truck size and weight; gasoline taxes; VMT fees; container fees; Walmart's trucking fleet and logistics operations
H.R. 2454 & H.R. 2998, American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009, and S. 1733, Clean Energy Jobs and Power Act -- issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to envirnonmental attributes, green jobs and renewable projects Potential amendment to Pub. L. No, 111-5 for aggregation of sites for renewable projects National Action Plan on Demand Response S. 1462, The American Clean Energy Leadership Act (and related Senate bills) -- amendments to Public Utility Regulatory Policy Act regarding net metering and interconnection; Distrbuted Generation amendment to the Renewable Electric Standard
Comprehensive Immigration Reform (no bill)
H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act -- data security FTC; Exploring Privacy, A Roundtable Series (December 7, 2009) Discussions on privacy and online behavioral advertising legislation
Issues related to Company's domestic and international sustainability agenda, including its China Sustainability Initiative H.R. 2454 & H.R. 2998, American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009, and S. 1733, Clean Energy Jobs and Power Act -- issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to environmental attributes, green jobs and renewable projects Water issues: water reclamation; storm water runoff; water efficiency
S. 1232, a bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act with respect to the importation of prescription drugs, and for other purposes
S. 730, Affordable Footwear Act of 2009 H.R. 496, Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 Discussions related to international operations and barriers to foreign investment in retail Discussions related to food security and agricultural development Discussions regarding bilateral investment treaties and the model BIT Discussions related to preference program reform H.R. 4101, New Partnership for Trade Development Act of 2009 H.R. 1318/1886, H.R. 2410 & S. 496, Pakistan and Afghanistan Reconstruction Opportunity Zones Discussions related to Panama and Colombia Free Trade Agreements S. 1631, Customs Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Reauthorization Act of 2009 H.R. 4284, to extend the Generalized System of Preferences and the Andean Trade Preferences Act, and for other purposes
Miscellaneous tariff bills on artificial flowers: S. 2082 (floral sprays); S. 2083 (swags); S. 2084 (wreaths); S. 2599 (single-species bushes); S. 2600 (multi-species bushes); S. 2465 (arrangements); S. 2466 (floral stems); S. 2370 (clips); S. 2371 (picks); S. 2372 (candle rings)
FY 2010 Administration budget proposal -- international tax issues, LIFO repeal provisions, and Energy Efficient Buildings Deduction (extended as part of H.R. 6049, extenders legislation in the 110th Congress) Sales and use taxes on interstate transactions (S. 34 and H.R. 3396 in the 110th Congress) H.R. 4213 Tax Extenders Act of 2009
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave H.R. 3249 & S. 1478, Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009 Administration initiatives seeking the participation of philanthropic companies and organizations in student achievement (K-16) and school reform/improvement: Department of Education Investing in Innovation fund; White House Office of Social Innovation Fund
Cargo security, C-TPAT, supply chain security, domestic emergency preparedness and readiness issues, DHS reauthorization General education on Walmart's global supply chain security program H.R. 2355, Making Opportunities Via Eficient and More Effective National Transportation (MOVEMENT) Act
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Education, Dept of, Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Natl Security Council (NSC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of Natl Drug Control Policy (NDCP), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2009 · fourth_quarter · Q4
Issues related to surface transportation reauthorization: truck size and weight; gasoline taxes; VMT fees; container fees; Walmart's trucking fleet and logistics operations
Miscellaneous tariff bills on artificial flowers: S. 2082 (floral sprays); S. 2083 (swags); S. 2084 (wreaths); S. 2599 (single-species bushes); S. 2600 (multi-species bushes); S. 2465 (arrangements); S. 2466 (floral stems); S. 2370 (clips); S. 2371 (picks); S. 2372 (candle rings)
S. 730, Affordable Footwear Act of 2009 H.R. 496, Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 Discussions related to international operations and barriers to foreign investment in retail Discussions related to food security and agricultural development Discussions regarding bilateral investment treaties and the model BIT Discussions related to preference program reform H.R. 4101, New Partnership for Trade Development Act of 2009 H.R. 1318/1886, H.R. 2410 & S. 496, Pakistan and Afghanistan Reconstruction Opportunity Zones Discussions related to Panama and Colombia Free Trade Agreements S. 1631, Customs Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Reauthorization Act of 2009 H.R. 4284, to extend the Generalized System of Preferences and the Andean Trade Preferences Act, and for other purposes
S. 1232, a bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act with respect to the importation of prescription drugs, and for other purposes
Issues related to Company's domestic and international sustainability agenda, including its China Sustainability Initiative H.R. 2454 & H.R. 2998, American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009, and S. 1733, Clean Energy Jobs and Power Act -- issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to environmental attributes, green jobs and renewable projects Water issues: water reclamation; storm water runoff; water efficiency
H.R. 2383, to amend the Truth in Lending Act to prohibit unfair practices in electronic payment system networks, and for other purposes H.R. 4173, Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2009: CFPA, derivatives issues Senator Dodd discussion draft of finacial regulatory reform legislation: CFPA. derivitives issues Prepaid/gift card issues H.R. 3269, The Corporate and Financial Institution Compensation Fairness Act of 2009
Comprehensive Immigration Reform (no bill)
FY 2010 Administration budget proposal -- international tax issues, LIFO repeal provisions, and Energy Efficient Buildings Deduction (extended as part of H.R. 6049, extenders legislation in the 110th Congress) Sales and use taxes on interstate transactions (S. 34 and H.R. 3396 in the 110th Congress) H.R. 4213 Tax Extenders Act of 2009
H.R. 1173, Organized Retail Crime Act, to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandize Education to federal law enforcement regarding the problem of organized retail crime S. 470, to combat organized retail crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandize H.R. 1166, the E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009, to provide for more effective enforcement of the federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 4011, Organized Retail Crime Prevention and Enforcement Act of 2009, to amend the federal criminal code to prohibit the transportation of fraudulently obtained goods valued at $1,000 or more for sale on an online marketplace and to the barter or sale of such goods online with knowledge that such goods have been stolen, converted or taken by fraud H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange Fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 -- corporate governance issues
H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act -- data security FTC; Exploring Privacy, A Roundtable Series (December 7, 2009) Discussions on privacy and online behavioral advertising legislation
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave H.R. 3249 & S. 1478, Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009 Administration initiatives seeking the participation of philanthropic companies and organizations in student achievement (K-16) and school reform/improvement: Department of Education Investing in Innovation fund; White House Office of Social Innovation Fund
ERISA preemption of state laws on helath benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage H.R. 2641, Medicare Secondary Payer and Workers' Compensation Settlement Agreements Act, and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families General health care legislative reform -- policy options, financing policy options, delivery system reform options, and employer responsibility: America's Healthy Future Act (Senate Finance Committee proposal); S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate HELP Committee proposal); H.R. 3200 America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes; House proposals from Ways and Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees; S. 1679 (HELP Committee passed bill); H.R. 3962 (House-passed bill); managers' amendments from Senate and House leadership H.R. 3991 Emergency Influenza Containment Act & S. 2790, Pandemic Protection for Workers, Families and Businesses Act, to ensure that American workers are able to follow, without financial harm, the recommendations of their employer and public health authorities to stay home when they have symptoms of a contagious disease that may put co-workers, customers or the public at risk
H.R. 2454 & H.R. 2998, American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009, and S. 1733, Clean Energy Jobs and Power Act -- issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to envirnonmental attributes, green jobs and renewable projects Potential amendment to Pub. L. No, 111-5 for aggregation of sites for renewable projects National Action Plan on Demand Response S. 1462, The American Clean Energy Leadership Act (and related Senate bills) -- amendments to Public Utility Regulatory Policy Act regarding net metering and interconnection; Distrbuted Generation amendment to the Renewable Electric Standard
Food Safety -- Education initiative regarding Company's food safety practices H.R. 2749, FDA Globalization Act of 2009, to amend the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of food in the global market, and for other purposes H.R. 1398, the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510, FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program reauthorization and H.R. 1105 (FY 09 omnibus appropriations bill) - eWIC issues S. 2792, A bill to amend the Federal Meat Inpection Act to develop an effective sampling and testing program to test for E. coli 0157:H7 in boneless beef manufacturing trimmings and other raw ground beef components, and for other purposes
Cargo security, C-TPAT, supply chain security, domestic emergency preparedness and readiness issues, DHS reauthorization General education on Walmart's global supply chain security program H.R. 2355, Making Opportunities Via Eficient and More Effective National Transportation (MOVEMENT) Act
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Education, Dept of, Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Natl Security Council (NSC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of Natl Drug Control Policy (NDCP), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
2009 · third_quarter · Q3
Issues Relating to Company's domestic and international sustainability agenda, including its China Sustainability Initiative Water issues: water reclamation; storm water runoff; water efficiency H.R. 2454 & H.R. 2998, American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009, and S. 1733, Clean Energy Jobs and Power Act - issues related to cap & trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceeedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to environmental attributes, green jobs, and renewable projects
H.R. 1548 & S. 1427 - to amend title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes - Average Manufacturer's Price H.R. 616 & S. 511 - to amend part B of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for an exemption of pharmacies and pharmacists from certain Medicare accreditation requirements in the same manner as such exemption applies to certain professionals H.R. 1970 & S. 956 - to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to exempt unsanctioned State-licensed retail pharmacists from the surety bond requirement under the Medicare program for suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS)
2009 · second_quarter · Q2
Issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to environmental attributes, green jobs, and renewable projects Potential amendment to Pub. L. No. 111-5 for aggregation of sites for renewable projects National Action Plan on Demand Response The American Clean Energy Leadership Act (several Senate bills) amendments to Public Utility Regulatory Policy Act regarding net metering and interconnection; Distributed Generation amendment to the Renewable Electric Standard
Digital Television Consumer Relief Act (H.R. 5635 in 110th Congress), a bill to eliminate duties on digital TV converter boxes Discussions on privacy and online behavioral advertising legislation Discussions on Wal-Marts experience as a retailer with DTV coupon redemption and availability of boxes
2009 · first_quarter · 1A
Tax reform issues, including proposals to repeal LIFO and deferral (H.R. 3970 in 110th Congress) Energy Efficient Buildings Deduction (extended as part of H.R. 6049, extenders legislation in 110th Congress)
Interchange fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems (H.R. 5546 & S. 3086 in 110th Congress) S. 470 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1173 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise H.R. 1166 The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property
2009 · first_quarter · Q1
Legislation to amend the Truth in Lending Act to prohibit unfair practices in electronic payment system networks, and for other purposes (H.R. 6248 in 110th Congress)
S. 2191, Americas Climate Security Act of 2007 & S. 3036, Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act of 2008 (Boxer substitute) Dingell-Boucher discussion draft bill on climate change Issues related to Companys China Sustainability Initiative Issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to environmental attributes, green jobs, and renewable projects H.R. 1, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Pub. L. No. 111-5 clean technology issues
2008 · fourth_quarter · 4A
H.R. 4040, Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act of 2007 and S. 2045, CPSC Reform Act of 2007, Public Law No. 110-314, The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 implementation H.R. 5635, the Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act, a bill to eliminate duties on Digital TV converter boxes S. 1178, Identity Theft Protection Act, a bill to strengthen data protection and safeguards, require data breach notification, and further prevent identity theft.
Interchange fees: H.R. 5546 & S. 3086, legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 3970, Tax Reduction and Reform Act of 2007 corporate tax issues H.R. 6491 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise S. 3434 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 6713 E-Fencing Enforcement At of 2008 to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property
2008 · fourth_quarter · Q4
H.R. 800 and S. 1041, Employee Free Choice Act of 2007 Family Medical Leave Act regulations H.R. 1644 and S. 969, Re-Empowerment of Skilled and Professional Employees and Construction Tradeworkers (RESPECT) Act H.R. 2831, Lilly Ledbetter Fair Play Act of 2007 and S. 1843, Fair Pay Restoration Act S. 3209, to amend Title II of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to clarify the filing period applicable to charges of discrimination, and for other purposes H.R. 6617 & S. 3334, Strengthening Communities Through English Integration Act of 2008 Introduction of Wal-Marts international labor practices and ethical sourcing program, including Wal-Marts China Sustainability Initiative H.R. 1338, Paycheck Fairness Act, to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 H.R. 1542 & S. 910, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave
S. 2191, Americas Climate Security Act of 2007 Issues related to Companys China Sustainability Initiatives Issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, and consumer rights to environmental attributes
2008 · third_quarter · Q3
H.R. 3970, Tax Reduction and Reform Act of 2007 H.R. 3735, to extend look-through treatment of payments between related controlled foreign corporations S. 271, to provide shorter recovery period for depreciation of certain improvements to retail space H.R. 3312, to extend work opportunity tax credit for Hurricane Katrina employees H.R. 6, Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 H.R. 3359, Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Fairness and Simplification Act of 2007 S.34 and H.R. 3396, Sales Tax Fairness and Simplification Act H.R. 3996, Temporary Tax Relief Act of 2007 H.R. 1591, the Small Business Work Opportunity and Tax Act of 2007 H.R.3220, New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act Titles 4 & 9 H.R. 3221, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2007 -- efficiency standards for appliances, lighting, and buildings S. 2886, Alternative Minimum Tax and Extenders Tax Relief Act of 2008 H.R. 6049, Energy Improvement and Extension Act of 2008 S. 3098, Alternative Minimum Tax and Extenders Tax Relief Act of 2008 H.R. 1424, Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 tax provisions
2008 · second_quarter · 2A
H.R. 3700 & S. 1951, legislation amending title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistances under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price. H.R. 1585, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008, amendment 2912 TRICARE. H.R. 3668, TMA, Abstinence Education and Q1 Programs Extension Act of 2007 extension of deadline of requirement to use tamper-resistant prescription pads under Medicaid. HR 6331, Medicare bill for E-Meds, DME competitive bidding, and AMP. H.R. 5839, a bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of drugs.
H.R. 4040, Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act of 2007 and S. 2045, CPSC Reform Act of 2007. H.R. 5635, the Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act, A bill to eliminate duties on Digital TV converter boxes. S. 1178, Identity Theft Protection Act, a bill to strengthen data protection and safeguards, require data breach notification, and further prevent identity theft.
2008 · second_quarter · Q2
H.R. 5635, Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act. A bill to eliminate duties on Digital TV converter Boxes.
Food Safety Issues.
H.R. 2419 and S. 2302, the Farm Bill. Food Stamp Program expansion and modernization & Country of Origin Labeling.
2008 · first_quarter · Q1
H.R. 4088 -- The SAVE Act of 2007. A bill to provide immigration reform by securing America's borders, clarifying and enforcing existing laws, and enabling a practical employer verification program.
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements. Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics and health information technology. H.R. 4296, Medicare Electronic Medication and Safety Protection (E-MEDS) Act of 2007 supply chain safety.
H.R. 3700 & S. 1951, Legislation amending title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistances under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price. H.R. 1585, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008, amendment 2912 TRICARE. H.R. 3668, TMA, Abstinence Education and Q1 Programs Extension Act of 2007 extension of deadline of requirement to use tamper-resistant prescription pads under Medicaid.
2007 · year_end · YA
* H.R. 3700 & S. 1951, Legislation amending title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistances under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price H.R. 1585, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008, amendment 2912 TRICARE H.R. 3668, TMA, Abstinence Education and Q1 Programs Extension Act of 2007 extension of deadline of requirement to use tamper-resistant prescription pads under Medicaid
* S. 1356 & H.R. 698 Industrial Bank Holding Act of 2007 to amend the Federal Deposit Insurance Act to establish industrial bank holding company regulation, and for other purposes
2007 · year_end · YY
H.R. 4008, to make technical corrections to the definition of willful noncompliance with respect to violations involving the printing of an expiration date on certain credit and debit card receipts Interchange Fees
H.R. 3688, United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act Implementation of the Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement H.R. 4040, Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act of 2007 and S. 2045, CPSC Reform Act of 2007 H.R. 3934 & S. 2372, Affordable Footwear Act of 2007
H.R. 2881, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2007; S. 1300, Aviation Investment and Modernization Act of 2007 user fee proposals Hours of Service rulemaking of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and related Congressional activity
2005 · mid_year · MM
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide sick leave H.R. 3249 & S. 1478, Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009
H.R. 2454 & H.R. 2998, American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009, and S. 1733, Clean Energy Jobs and Power Act - issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to environmental attributes, green jobs, and renewable projects Potential amendment to Pub. L. No. 111-5 for aggregation of sites for renewable projects National Action Plan on Demand Response S. 1462, the American Clean Energy Leadership Act (and related Senate bills) - amendments to the Public Utility Regulatory Policy Act regarding net metering and interconnection; Distributed Generation amendment to the Renewable Electric Standard
Cargo security, C-PAT, supply chain security, emergency preparedness and readiness issues; DHS Reauthorization General education on Company's global supply chain security program H.R. 2355, Making Opportunities Via Efficient and More Effective National Transportation (MOVEMENT) Act General education on Company's emergency preparedness and response
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes. General health care legislative reform: policy options, financing policy options, delivery system reform options, and employer responsibility; America's Healthy Future Act (Senate Finance Committee proposal), S. 1679, Affordable Health Choices Act (Senate HELP Committee proposal); H.R. 3200, America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009, to provide affordable, quality health care for all Americans and reduce the growth in health care spending, and for other purposes; House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor committees
H.R. 2383, to amend the Truth in Lending Act to prohibit unfair practices in electronic payment system networks, and for other purposes Issues related to Company's financial service offerings H.R. 3269, The Corporate and Financial Institution Compensation Fairness Act of 2009
S. 730, Affordable Footwear Act of 2009 H.R. 496, Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 China: Discussions related to Section 421 safeguard cases Digital televsion: Discussion related to conversion Section 8204 of the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008, Public Law No. 110-246, Implementation of the Lacey Act (H.R. 2419) H.R. 1318/1886, H.R. 2410 & S. 496, Pakistan and Afghanistan Reconstruction Opportunity Zones Discussions related to the Panama and Columbia Free Trade Agreements S. 1631 Customs Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Reauthorization Act of 2009 Customs modernization and Walmart's customs processes Discussion of bilateral relations with Russia and international operations
H.R. 1173 - Organized Retail Crime Act - to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise S. 470 - to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1166 - The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange Fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders' Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 - corporate governance issues
Food Safety - Education initiative regarding Walmart's food safety practices H.R. 2749, FDA Globalization Act of 2009, to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of food in the global market, and for other purposes H.R. 1398 - the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510 - FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program Reauthorization & H.R. 1105 (FY09 omnibus appropriations bill)- eWIC issues
FY2010 Administration budget proposal - international tax, LIFO repeal provisions, and Energy Efficient Buildings Deduction (extend as part of H.R. 6049, extenders legislation in 110th Congress) Sales and use taxes on interstate transactions (S. 34 and H.R. 3396 in the 110th Congress)
Issues related to surface transportation reauthorization: truck size and weight; gasoline taxes, VMT fees; container fees; Company's trucking fleet and logistics operations
Digital Television Consumer Relief Act (H.R. 5635 in 110th Congress), a bill to eliminate duties on digital TV converter boxes Discussions on privacy and online behavioral advertising legislation Discussions on Company's experience as a retailer with DTV coupon redemption and availability of boxes
Comprehensive Immigration Reform (no bill)
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Council of Economic Advisers (CEA), Energy, Dept of, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), Natl Security Council (NSC), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Office of Natl Drug Control Policy (NDCP), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
Issues related to Companys domestic and international sustainability agenda, including its China Sustainability Initiative Issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to environmental attributes, green jobs, and renewable projects Water issues: water reclamation; storm water runoff; water efficiency
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics, health information technology, and health care reform principles H.R. 2641 and other general Medicare secondary payer issues Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse S. 1152 & H.R. 2460, The Healthy Families Act, a bill to allow Americans to earn paid sick time so that they can address their own health needs and the health needs of their families H.R. 1427 & H.R. 1548, bills to amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for the licensing of biosimilar and biogeneric biological products, and for other purposes General health care reform: Senate Finance Committee proposal (policy options, financing policy options, and delivery system reform options); Senate HELP Committee proposal (Affordable Health Choices Act no bill number yet); House proposals from Ways & Means, Energy & Commerce, and Education & Labor Committees)
H.R. 2383, to amend the Truth in Lending Act to prohibit unfair practices in electronic payment system networks, and for other purposes
Comprehensive Immigration Reform (no bill)
Cargo security, C-TPAT, supply chain security, emergency preparedness and readiness issues; DHS Reauthorization General education on Wal-Marts global supply chain security program H.R. 2355, Making Opportunities Via Efficient and More Effective National Transportation (MOVEMENT) Act
Issues related to surface transportation reauthorization: truck size and weight; gasoline taxes, VMT fees; container fees; WMTs trucking fleet and logistics operations
S. 730, Affordable Footwear Act of 2009 H.R. 496, Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 China: Discussions related to expiration of textile quotas Digital television: Discussions related to conversion Discussions related to preference program reform Section 8204 of the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008, Public Law No. 110-246, Implementation of the Lacey Act (H.R. 2419) H.R. 1318/1886, H.R. 2410 & S. 496, Pakistan and Afghanistan Reconstruction Opportunity Zones Discussions related to customs modernization Discussions related to the Panama and Colombia Free Trade Agreements
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act Re-Empowerment of Skilled and Professional Employees and Construction Tradeworkers (RESPECT) Act (H.R. 1644 & S. 969 in 110th Congress; no bill number in 111th Congress) H.R. 2460 & S. 1152, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave Strengthen and Unite Communities with Civics Education and English Skills Act of 2009
FY 2010 Administration budget proposal international tax and LIFO repeal provisions Energy Efficient Buildings Deduction (extended as part of H.R. 6049, extenders legislation in 110th Congress) Sales and use taxes on interstate transactions (S. 34 and H.R. 3396 in the 110th Congress)
Food Safety Education initiative regarding Companys food safety practices H.R. 2749, to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of food in the global market, and for other purposes H.R. 1398 the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510 FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program reauthorization & H.R. 1105 (FY09 omnibus appropriations bill) eWIC issues
H.R. 1548 & S. 1427 to amend title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price H.R. 616 & S. 511 to amend part B of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for an exemption of pharmacies and pharmacists from certain Medicare accreditation requirements in the same manner as such exemption applies to certain professionals H.R. 1970 & S. 956 to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to exempt unsanctioned State-licensed retail pharmacies from the surety bond requirement under the Medicare program for suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies (DMEPOS)
H.R. 2695 & S. 1212, Interchange fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment system H.R. 1173 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise S. 470 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1166 The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property H.R. 627 & S. 414, Credit Cardholders Bill of Rights Act of 2009/Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009/Credit CARD Act of 2009 H.R. 2221, Data Accountability and Trust Act H.R. 2861, Shareholder Empowerment Act of 2009 & S. 1074, Shareholder Bill of Rights Act of 2009 corporate governance issues
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food & Drug Administration (FDA), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Natl Economic Council (NEC), Natl Security Council (NSC), Office of Natl Drug Control Policy (NDCP), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
H.R. 1398 the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510 FDA Food Safety Modernization Act H.R. 759 FDA Globalization Act of 20 Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program reauthorization & H.R. 1105 (FY09 omnibus appropriations bill) eWIC issues
Digital Television Consumer Relief Act (H.R. 5635 in 110th Congress), a bill to eliminate duties on digital TV converter boxes Discussions on online behavioral advertising legislation Discussions on Wal-Marts experience as a retailer with DTV coupon redemption and availability of boxes
H.R. 1, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Pub. L. No. 111-5, provisions related to health information technology policy and COBRA expansion ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics and health information technology S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage General Medicare secondary payer issues Health care whitepaper (Senator Baucus) Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse
S. 2191, Americas Climate Security Act of 2007 & S. 3036, Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act of 2008 (Boxer substitute) Dingell-Boucher discussion draft bill on climate change Issues related to Companys China Sustainability Initiative Issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to environmental attributes, green jobs, and renewable projects H.R. 1, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Pub. L. No. 111-5 clean technology issues
S. 730, Affordable Footwear Act of 2009 H.R. 496, Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 China: Discussions related to expiration of textile quotas Digital television: Discussions related to conversion H.R. 1, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Pub. L. No. 111-5, provisions related to Trade Adjustment Assistance
Issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to environmental attributes, green jobs, and renewable projects H.R. 1, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Pub. L. No. 111-5 clean technology issues Potential amendment to Pub. L. No. 111-5 for aggregation of sites for renewable projects S. 2191, Americas Climate Security Act of 2007 & S. 3036, Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act of 2008 (Boxer substitute) Dingell-Boucher discussion draft bill on climate change
Cargo security, C-TPAT, supply chain security, emergency preparedness and readiness issues; DHS Reauthorization General education on Wal-Marts global supply chain security program Good Samaritan legislative issues Making Opportunities Via Efficient and More Effective National Transportation (MOVEMENT) Act (no bill introduced in 111th Congress to date)
H.R. 1548 & S. 1427, Legislation amending title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price
Legislation to amend the Truth in Lending Act to prohibit unfair practices in electronic payment system networks, and for other purposes (H.R. 6248 in 110th Congress)
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act (H.R. 800 & S. 1041 in 110th Congress) Re-Empowerment of Skilled and Professional Employees and Construction Tradeworkers (RESPECT) Act (H.R. 1644 & S. 969 in 110th Congress) H.R. 11 & S. 181, Lilly Ledbetter Fair Play Act, Pub. Law No. 111-2 A bill to amend Title II of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to clarify the filing period applicable to charges of discrimination, and for other purposes (S. 3209 in 110th Congress) Introduction of Wal-Marts international labor practices and ethical sourcing program, including Wal-Marts China Sustainability Initiative Paycheck Fairness Act, to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (H.R. 1338 in 100th Congress) Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave (H.R. 1542 & S. 910 in 110th Congress)
Filing targets: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Natl Drug Control Policy (NDCP), SENATE, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
H.R. 1548 & S. 1427, Legislation amending title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price
Interchange fees: legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems (H.R. 5546 & S. 3086 in 110th Congress) S. 470 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 1173 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise H.R. 1166 The E-Fencing Enforcement Act of 2009 - to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property
H.R. 1398 the Labeling Education and Nutrition (LEAN) Act of 2009 S. 510 FDA Food Safety Modernization Act H.R. 759 FDA Globalization Act of 20 Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program reauthorization & H.R. 1105 (FY09 omnibus appropriations bill) eWIC issues
Tax reform issues, including proposals to repeal LIFO and deferral (H.R. 3970 in 110th Congress) Energy Efficient Buildings Deduction (extended as part of H.R. 6049, extenders legislation in 110th Congress)
S. 730, Affordable Footwear Act of 2009 H.R. 496, Trade Enforcement Act of 2009 China: Discussions related to expiration of textile quotas Digital television: Discussions related to conversion H.R. 1, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Pub. L. No. 111-5, provisions related to Trade Adjustment Assistance
H.R. 1, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Pub. L. No. 111-5, provisions related to health information technology policy and COBRA expansion ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics and health information technology S. 391 & H.R. 1321, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage General Medicare secondary payer issues Health care whitepaper (Senator Baucus) Public-private partnership with ONDCP to raise awareness to combat drug abuse
Issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, consumer rights to environmental attributes, green jobs, and renewable projects H.R. 1, American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, Pub. L. No. 111-5 clean technology issues Potential amendment to Pub. L. No. 111-5 for aggregation of sites for renewable projects S. 2191, Americas Climate Security Act of 2007 & S. 3036, Lieberman-Warner Climate Security Act of 2008 (Boxer substitute) Dingell-Boucher discussion draft bill on climate change
Cargo security, C-TPAT, supply chain security, emergency preparedness and readiness issues; DHS Reauthorization General education on Wal-Marts global supply chain security program Good Samaritan legislative issues Making Opportunities Via Efficient and More Effective National Transportation (MOVEMENT) Act (no bill introduced in 111th Congress to date)
Digital Television Consumer Relief Act (H.R. 5635 in 110th Congress), a bill to eliminate duties on digital TV converter boxes Discussions on online behavioral advertising legislation Discussions on Wal-Marts experience as a retailer with DTV coupon redemption and availability of boxes
H.R. 1409 & S. 560, Employee Free Choice Act (H.R. 800 & S. 1041 in 110th Congress) Re-Empowerment of Skilled and Professional Employees and Construction Tradeworkers (RESPECT) Act (H.R. 1644 & S. 969 in 110th Congress) H.R. 11 & S. 181, Lilly Ledbetter Fair Play Act, Pub. Law No. 111-2 A bill to amend Title II of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to clarify the filing period applicable to charges of discrimination, and for other purposes (S. 3209 in 110th Congress) Introduction of Wal-Marts international labor practices and ethical sourcing program, including Wal-Marts China Sustainability Initiative Paycheck Fairness Act, to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (H.R. 1338 in 100th Congress) Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave (H.R. 1542 & S. 910 in 110th Congress)
Filing targets: Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), Office of Natl Drug Control Policy (NDCP), SENATE, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
S. 3385 Food Safety Modernization Act H.R. 3610 to amend Food Drug and Cosmetic Act to improve food safety systems H.R. 5904 to establish new procedures and requirements to improve food safety; applies to domestic and imported food products
H.R. 800 and S. 1041, Employee Free Choice Act of 2007 Family Medical Leave Act regulations H.R. 1644 and S. 969, Re-Empowerment of Skilled and Professional Employees and Construction Tradeworkers (RESPECT) Act H.R. 2831, Lilly Ledbetter Fair Play Act of 2007 and S. 1843, Fair Pay Restoration Act S. 3209, to amend Title II of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to clarify the filing period applicable to charges of discrimination, and for other purposes H.R. 6617 & S. 3334, Strengthening Communities Through English Integration Act of 2008 Introduction of Wal-Marts international labor practices and ethical sourcing program, including Wal-Marts China Sustainability Initiative H.R. 1338, Paycheck Fairness Act, to amend the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 H.R. 1542 & S. 910, Healthy Families Act, a bill to provide paid sick leave
H.R. 3700 & S. 1951, Legislation amending title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price H.R. 5839, a bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of drugs
Cargo security, supply chain security, emergency preparedness and readiness issues; DHS Reauthorization General education on Wal-Marts global supply chain security program
H.R. 3221, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2007 efficiency standards for appliances, lighting, and buildings H.R. 3220, New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act, Titles 4 & 9 H.R. 3237, Smart Grid Facilitation Act of 2007 H.R. 6, Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 S. 2191, Americas Climate Security Act of 2007 Issues relating to energy efficiency, renewables, demand response, decoupling, smart grid, advanced metering, transmission grid, competitive markets, EPACT05 proceedings, construction work in progress, and consumer rights to environmental attributes
H.R. 5635, Digital Television Consumer Relief Act. A bill to eliminate duties on digital TV converter boxes Outreach on online behavioral advertising legislation
S. 2191, Americas Climate Security Act of 2007 Issues related to Companys China Sustainability Initiatives Issues related to cap and trade, energy efficiency, smart grid, advanced meters, demand response, decoupling, EPACT05 proceedings, transmission grid, competitive markets/renewables, and consumer rights to environmental attributes
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics and health information technology S. 334, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage Health care legislative proposal of Senator Baucus
Public Law 110-246, Food and Energy Security Act of 2007 (H.R. 2419 and S. 2302): Food Stamp Program expansion and modernization; Country of Origin Labeling; and catfish.
H.R. 7222 to Extend the Andean Trade Preference Act, a bill to renew the Andean and Generalized System of Preferences program Possible legislation on Generalized System of Preferences Section 8204 of the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008, Public Law No. 110-246, Implementation of the Lacey Act (H.R. 2419) H.R. 5274, U.S.-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act H.R. 5635 - Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act, a bill to eliminate duties on Digital TV converter boxes H.R. 4040, Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act of 2007 and S. 2045, CPSC Reform Act of 2007, Public Law No. 110-314, The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 H.R. 3934 & S. 2372, Affordable Footwear Act of 2007 H.R. 6530, Trade Enforcement Act of 2008 Opposed reinstatement of the Continued Dumping and Subsidy Offset Act China: Discussions related to expiration of textile quotas Customs rules of origin changes Enhanced market access for investment in China & India H.R. 3610, to amend Food Drug and Cosmetic Act to place new requirements on imported food, drugs and devices; FDA restructuring, ban on closing FDA labs, user fees, country of origin labeling, and adding carbon monoxide to a list of additives Introduction of Wal-Marts international labor practices and ethical sourcing program
H.R.6248, to amend the Truth in Lending Act to prohibit unfair practices in electronic payment system networks
H.R. 3970, Tax Reduction and Reform Act of 2007 H.R. 3735, to extend look-through treatment of payments between related controlled foreign corporations S. 271, to provide shorter recovery period for depreciation of certain improvements to retail space H.R. 3312, to extend work opportunity tax credit for Hurricane Katrina employees H.R. 6, Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 H.R. 3359, Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Fairness and Simplification Act of 2007 S.34 and H.R. 3396, Sales Tax Fairness and Simplification Act H.R. 3996, Temporary Tax Relief Act of 2007 H.R. 1591, the Small Business Work Opportunity and Tax Act of 2007 H.R.3220, New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act Titles 4 & 9 H.R. 3221, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2007 -- efficiency standards for appliances, lighting, and buildings S. 2886, Alternative Minimum Tax and Extenders Tax Relief Act of 2008 H.R. 6049, Energy Improvement and Extension Act of 2008 S. 3098, Alternative Minimum Tax and Extenders Tax Relief Act of 2008 H.R. 1424 Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 tax provisions
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics and health information technology S. 334, Healthy Americans Act, a bill to provide affordable, guaranteed health coverage Health care legislative proposal of Senator Baucus
H.R. 3700 & S. 1951, Legislation amending title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price H.R. 5839, a bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of drugs
Interchange fees: H.R. 5546 & S. 3086, legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 3970, Tax Reduction and Reform Act of 2007 corporate tax issues H.R. 6491 Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise S. 3434 to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 6713 E-Fencing Enforcement At of 2008 to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property
Public Law 110-246, Food and Energy Security Act of 2007 (H.R. 2419 and S. 2302): Food Stamp Program expansion and modernization; Country of Origin Labeling; and catfish.
H.R. 3970, Tax Reduction and Reform Act of 2007 H.R. 3735, to extend look-through treatment of payments between related controlled foreign corporations S. 271, to provide shorter recovery period for depreciation of certain improvements to retail space H.R. 3312, to extend work opportunity tax credit for Hurricane Katrina employees H.R. 6, Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 H.R. 3359, Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Fairness and Simplification Act of 2007 S.34 and H.R. 3396, Sales Tax Fairness and Simplification Act H.R. 3996, Temporary Tax Relief Act of 2007 H.R. 1591, the Small Business Work Opportunity and Tax Act of 2007 H.R.3220, New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act Titles 4 & 9 H.R. 3221, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2007 -- efficiency standards for appliances, lighting, and buildings S. 2886, Alternative Minimum Tax and Extenders Tax Relief Act of 2008 H.R. 6049, Energy Improvement and Extension Act of 2008 S. 3098, Alternative Minimum Tax and Extenders Tax Relief Act of 2008 H.R. 1424 Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008 tax provisions
Cargo security, supply chain security, emergency preparedness and readiness issues; DHS Reauthorization General education on Wal-Marts global supply chain security program
H.R. 4040, Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act of 2007 and S. 2045, CPSC Reform Act of 2007, Public Law No. 110-314, The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 implementation H.R. 5635, the Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act, a bill to eliminate duties on Digital TV converter boxes S. 1178, Identity Theft Protection Act, a bill to strengthen data protection and safeguards, require data breach notification, and further prevent identity theft.
S. 3385 Food Safety Modernization Act H.R. 3610 to amend Food Drug and Cosmetic Act to improve food safety systems H.R. 5904 to establish new procedures and requirements to improve food safety; applies to domestic and imported food products
H.R. 5635, Digital Television Consumer Relief Act. A bill to eliminate duties on digital TV converter boxes Outreach on online behavioral advertising legislation
H.R.6248, to amend the Truth in Lending Act to prohibit unfair practices in electronic payment system networks
H.R. 3221, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2007 efficiency standards for appliances, lighting, and buildings H.R. 3220, New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act, Titles 4 & 9 H.R. 3237, Smart Grid Facilitation Act of 2007 H.R. 6, Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 S. 2191, Americas Climate Security Act of 2007 Issues relating to energy efficiency, renewables, demand response, decoupling, smart grid, advanced metering, transmission grid, competitive markets, EPACT05 proceedings, construction work in progress, and consumer rights to environmental attributes
H.R. 7222 to Extend the Andean Trade Preference Act, a bill to renew the Andean and Generalized System of Preferences program Possible legislation on Generalized System of Preferences Section 8204 of the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008, Public Law No. 110-246, Implementation of the Lacey Act (H.R. 2419) H.R. 5274, U.S.-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act H.R. 5635 - Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act, a bill to eliminate duties on Digital TV converter boxes H.R. 4040, Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act of 2007 and S. 2045, CPSC Reform Act of 2007, Public Law No. 110-314, The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 H.R. 3934 & S. 2372, Affordable Footwear Act of 2007 H.R. 6530, Trade Enforcement Act of 2008 Opposed reinstatement of the Continued Dumping and Subsidy Offset Act China: Discussions related to expiration of textile quotas Customs rules of origin changes Enhanced market access for investment in China & India H.R. 3610, to amend Food Drug and Cosmetic Act to place new requirements on imported food, drugs and devices; FDA restructuring, ban on closing FDA labs, user fees, country of origin labeling, and adding carbon monoxide to a list of additives Introduction of Wal-Marts international labor practices and ethical sourcing program
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
H.R. 7222, A bill to Extend the Andean Trade Preference Act, a bill to renew the Andean and General System of Preferences program Section 8204 of the Food, Conservation and Energy Act of 2008, Public Law No. 110-246, Implementation of the Lacey Act (H.R. 2419) H.R. 5274, U.S.-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act H.R. 5635, Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act, a bill to eliminate duties on Digital TV converter boxes H.R. 4040, Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act of 2007 and S. 2045, CPSC Reform Act of 2007, Public Law No. 110-314, The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 H.R. 3934 & S. 2372, Affordable Footwear Act of 2007 HR 4499; HR 4500; HR 4501; HR 4502; HR 4503 bills to temporarily suspend duties on whistles, compasses, Christmas tree lamps and ski equipment H.R. 4994, elimination of duties for air mattresses China trade: H.R. 1229, the Non-Market Economy Trade Remedy Act; H.R. 2942; H.R. 2714; S. 1677, H.R. 782 and S. 1607, the Fair Currency Act of 2007 House bills: imposition of countervailing duties on imports from non-market economies; make currency manipulation a countervailable subsidy; reinstate the practice of zeroing. Senate bills: pressure China to revalue its currency through pressure in international organizations and through anti-dumping duties on Chinese exports H.R. 3890, Reinstatement of Competitive Need Limit waiver for Indian and Thai jewelry (Block Burmese JADE (Juntas Anti-Democratic Efforts) Act H.R. 6530, Trade Enforcement Act of 2008 Opposed reinstatement of the Continued Subsidy and Dumping Offset Act Import Safety, work with HHS to provide private sector leadership on its import safety action plan Enhanced market access for investment in China and India H.R. 3610, to amend Food Drug and Cosmetic Act to place new requirements on imported food, drugs and devices; FDA restructuring, ban on closing FDA labs, user fees, country of origin labeling, and adding carbon monoxide to a list of additives Introduction of Wal-Marts international labor practices and ethical sourcing program
Interchange fees: H.R. 5546 & S. 3086, legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems H.R. 3970, Tax Reduction and Reform Act of 2007 corporate tax issues S. 3434, to combat organized crime involving retail theft for the purpose of re-selling stolen merchandise H.R. 6491, Organized Retail Crime Act to combat, deter, and punish individuals and enterprises engaged in organized crime involving theft and fencing of retail merchandise H.R. 6713, E-Fencing Enforcement At of 2008 to provide for more effective enforcement of the Federal prohibition on the interstate shipment of stolen property
H.R. 3700 & S. 1951, Legislation amending title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistance under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price H.R. 1585, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008, amendment 2912 TRICARE H.R. 3668, TMA, Abstinence Education and Q1 Programs Extension Act of 2007 extension of deadline of requirement to use tamper-resistant prescription pads under Medicaid H.R. 6331, Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 E-Meds, DME competitive bidding, and AMP H.R. 5839, a bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of drugs
Public Law 110-246, The Food and Energy Security Act of 2007 (H.R. 2419 and S. 2302): Food Stamp Program expansion and modernization; Country of Origin Labeling
H.R. 4040, Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act of 2007 and S. 2045, CPSC Reform Act of 2007, Public Law No. 110-314, The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 H.R. 5635, the Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act, a bill to eliminate duties on Digital TV converter boxes S. 1178, Identity Theft Protection Act, a bill to strengthen data protection and safeguards, require data breach notification, and further prevent identity theft
Cargo security, supply chain security, emergency preparedness and readiness issues; DHS Reauthorization General education on Wal-Marts global supply chain security program
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics and health information technology H. R. 1368, Personalized Health Improvement Act of 2007 to establish a program to provide financial incentives to encourage the adoption and use of interactive personal health records H.R. 4296, Medicare Electronic Medication and Safety Protection (E-MEDS) Act of 2007 supply chain safety H.R. 6331, Medicare Improvement for Patients and Providers Act of 2008 E-Meds, DME competitive bidding, and Average Manufacturers Price
H.R. 5635, Digital Television Consumer Relief Act. A bill to eliminate duties on digital TV converter boxes
H.R. 3221, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2007 efficiency standards for appliances, lighting, and buildings H.R. 3220, New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act, Titles 4 & 9 H.R. 3237, Smart Grid Facilitation Act of 2007 H.R. 6, Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 S. 2191, Americas Climate Security Act of 2007
H.R. 800 and S. 1041, The Employee Free Choice Act of 2007 Family Medical Leave Act regulations H.R. 1644 and S. 969, Re-Empowerment of Skilled and Professional Employees and Constructions Tradeworkers (RESPECT) Act H.R. 2831, Lilly Ledbetter Fair Play Act of 2007 and S. 1843, Fair Pay Restoration Act S. 3209, to amend Title II of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to clarify the filing period applicable to charges of discrimination, and for other purposes H.R. 3195, ADA Restoration Act & S. 1881, Americans with Disabilities Restoration Act of 2007 S. 3406, Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008 H.R. 6617 & S. 3334, Strengthening Communities Through English Integration Act of 2008
S. 2191, Americas Climate Security Act of 2007 Issues related to Companys China Sustainability Initiative
S. 3385, Food Safety Modernization Act H.R. 3610, A bill to amend Food Drug and Cosmetic Act to improve food safety systems H.R. 5904, to establish new procedures and requirements to improve food safety; applies to domestic and imported food products
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ), Energy, Dept of, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
H.R. 3221, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2007 efficiency standards for appliances, lighting, and buildings. H.R. 3220, New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act, Titles 4 & 9. H.R. 3237, Smart Grid Facilitation Act of 2007. H.R. 6, Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. H.R. 3220, New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act, Title 4 & Title 9.
Cargo security, supply chain security, emergency preparedness and readiness issues; DHS Reauthorization. General education on Wal-Marts global supply chain security program.
Food Safety Issues.
H.R. 4008, to make technical corrections to the definition of willful noncompliance with respect to violations involving the printing of an expiration date on certain credit and debit card receipts.
Generalized System of Preferences. Extend trade preference programs for developing and least developed countries. H.R. 5274, U.S. - Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act. Proposed changes to the table grape marketing order. H.R. 5635, Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act. A bill to eliminate duties on Digital TV converter boxes. H.R. 4040, Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act of 2007 and S. 2045, CPSC Reform Act of 2007. H.R. 3934 & S. 2372, Affordable Footwear Act of 2007. HR 4499; HR 4500; HR 4501; HR 4502; HR 4503, bills to temporarily suspend duties on whistles, compasses, Christmas tree lamps and ski equipment. H.R. 4994, elimination of duties for air mattresses. China trade: H.R. 1229, the Non-Market Economy Trade Remedy Act; H.R. 2942; H.R. 2714; S. 1677, H.R. 782 and S. 1607, the Fair Currency Act of 2007 House bills: imposition of countervailing duties on imports from non-market economies; make currency manipulation a countervailable subsidy; reinstate the practice of zeroing. Senate bills: pressure China to revalue its currency through pressure in international organizations and through anti-dumping duties on Chinese exports. H.R. 3890, Reinstatement of Competitive Need Limit waiver for Indian and Thai jewelry. Import Safety. Work with HHS to provide private sector leadership on its import safety action plan. Enhanced market access for investment in China and India. H.R. 3610, to amend Food Drug and Cosmetic Act to place new requirements on imported food, drugs and devices; FDA restructuring, ban on closing FDA labs, user fees, country of origin labeling, and adding carbon monoxide to a list of additives. Introduction of Wal-Marts international labor practices and ethical standards program.
H.R. 5635, Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act. A bill to eliminate duties on Digital TV converter Boxes.
H.R. 2419 and S. 2302, the Farm Bill. Food Stamp Program expansion and modernization & Country of Origin Labeling.
H.R. 800 and S. 1041, Employee Free Choice Act of 2007. Family Medical Leave Act regulations. H.R. 1644 and S. 969, Re-Empowerment of Skilled and Professional Employees and Constructions Trade workers (RESPECT) Act. H.R. 2831, Lilly Ledbetter Fair Play Act of 2007 and S. 1843, Fair Pay Restoration Act. H.R. 3195, ADA Restoration Act and S. 1881, Americans with Disabilities Restoration Act of 2007. Strengthening Communities through English and Integration Act.
H.R. 3970, Tax Reduction and Reform Act of 2007. H.R. 3735, to extend look-through treatment of payments between related controlled foreign corporations. S. 271, to provide shorter recovery period for depreciation of certain improvements to retail space. H.R. 3312, to extend work opportunity tax credit for Hurricane Katrina employees. H.R. 6, Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. H.R. 3359, Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Fairness and Simplification Act of 2007. S.34 and H.R. 3396, Sales Tax Fairness and Simplification Act. H.R. 3996, Temporary Tax Relief Act of 2007. H.R. 1591, the Small Business Work Opportunity and Tax Act of 2007. H.R.3220, New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act Titles 4 & 9. H.R. 3221, Foreclosure Prevention Act (energy tax provisions). S. 2886, Alternative Minimum Tax and Extenders Tax Relief Act of 2008. HR 6049, Energy and Tax Extenders Act of 2008. S. 3098, Alternative Minimum Tax and Extenders Tax Relief Act of 2008.
H.R. 4088, The SAVE Act of 2007. A bill to provide immigration reform by securing America's borders, clarifying and enforcing existing laws, and enabling a practical employer verification program.
Interchange fees. H.R. 5546 & S. 3086, legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems. Corporate tax issues. Draft legislation to make organized retail crime a Federal felony and to make certain requirements for re-sellers of property to ensure property has not been stolen.
S. 2191, Americas Climate Security Act of 2007.
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements. Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics and health information technology. H.R. 4296, Medicare Electronic Medication and Safety Protection (E-MEDS) Act of 2007 - supply chain safety.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Energy, Dept of, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
H.R. 3700 & S. 1951, legislation amending title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistances under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price. H.R. 1585, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008, amendment 2912 TRICARE. H.R. 3668, TMA, Abstinence Education and Q1 Programs Extension Act of 2007 extension of deadline of requirement to use tamper-resistant prescription pads under Medicaid. HR 6331, Medicare bill for E-Meds, DME competitive bidding, and AMP. H.R. 5839, a bill to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve the safety of drugs.
Cargo security, supply chain security, emergency preparedness and readiness issues; DHS Reauthorization. General education on Wal-Marts global supply chain security program.
Generalized System of Preferences. Extend trade preference programs for developing and least developed countries. H.R. 5274, U.S. - Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act. Proposed changes to the table grape marketing order. H.R. 5635, Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act. A bill to eliminate duties on Digital TV converter boxes. H.R. 4040, Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act of 2007 and S. 2045, CPSC Reform Act of 2007. H.R. 3934 & S. 2372, Affordable Footwear Act of 2007. HR 4499; HR 4500; HR 4501; HR 4502; HR 4503, bills to temporarily suspend duties on whistles, compasses, Christmas tree lamps and ski equipment. H.R. 4994, elimination of duties for air mattresses. China trade: H.R. 1229, the Non-Market Economy Trade Remedy Act; H.R. 2942; H.R. 2714; S. 1677, H.R. 782 and S. 1607, the Fair Currency Act of 2007 House bills: imposition of countervailing duties on imports from non-market economies; make currency manipulation a countervailable subsidy; reinstate the practice of zeroing. Senate bills: pressure China to revalue its currency through pressure in international organizations and through anti-dumping duties on Chinese exports. H.R. 3890, Reinstatement of Competitive Need Limit waiver for Indian and Thai jewelry. Import Safety. Work with HHS to provide private sector leadership on its import safety action plan. Enhanced market access for investment in China and India. H.R. 3610, to amend Food Drug and Cosmetic Act to place new requirements on imported food, drugs and devices; FDA restructuring, ban on closing FDA labs, user fees, country of origin labeling, and adding carbon monoxide to a list of additives. Introduction of Wal-Marts international labor practices and ethical standards program.
Interchange fees. H.R. 5546 & S. 3086, legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems. Corporate tax issues. Draft legislation to make organized retail crime a Federal felony and to make certain requirements for re-sellers of property to ensure property has not been stolen.
H.R. 4008, to make technical corrections to the definition of willful noncompliance with respect to violations involving the printing of an expiration date on certain credit and debit card receipts.
S. 2191, Americas Climate Security Act of 2007.
H.R. 800 and S. 1041, Employee Free Choice Act of 2007. Family Medical Leave Act regulations. H.R. 1644 and S. 969, Re-Empowerment of Skilled and Professional Employees and Constructions Trade workers (RESPECT) Act. H.R. 2831, Lilly Ledbetter Fair Play Act of 2007 and S. 1843, Fair Pay Restoration Act. H.R. 3195, ADA Restoration Act and S. 1881, Americans with Disabilities Restoration Act of 2007. Strengthening Communities through English and Integration Act.
H.R. 4088, The SAVE Act of 2007. A bill to provide immigration reform by securing America's borders, clarifying and enforcing existing laws, and enabling a practical employer verification program.
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements. Educational outreach and information sharing on Company's health care benefits, open enrollment online tools, $4 generic prescriptions, health clinics and health information technology. H.R. 4296, Medicare Electronic Medication and Safety Protection (E-MEDS) Act of 2007 - supply chain safety.
H.R. 3970, Tax Reduction and Reform Act of 2007. H.R. 3735, to extend look-through treatment of payments between related controlled foreign corporations. S. 271, to provide shorter recovery period for depreciation of certain improvements to retail space. H.R. 3312, to extend work opportunity tax credit for Hurricane Katrina employees. H.R. 6, Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. H.R. 3359, Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Fairness and Simplification Act of 2007. S.34 and H.R. 3396, Sales Tax Fairness and Simplification Act. H.R. 3996, Temporary Tax Relief Act of 2007. H.R. 1591, the Small Business Work Opportunity and Tax Act of 2007. H.R.3220, New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act Titles 4 & 9. H.R. 3221, Foreclosure Prevention Act (energy tax provisions). S. 2886, Alternative Minimum Tax and Extenders Tax Relief Act of 2008. HR 6049, Energy and Tax Extenders Act of 2008. S. 3098, Alternative Minimum Tax and Extenders Tax Relief Act of 2008.
H.R. 4040, Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act of 2007 and S. 2045, CPSC Reform Act of 2007. H.R. 5635, the Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act, A bill to eliminate duties on Digital TV converter boxes. S. 1178, Identity Theft Protection Act, a bill to strengthen data protection and safeguards, require data breach notification, and further prevent identity theft.
H.R. 3221, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2007 efficiency standards for appliances, lighting, and buildings. H.R. 3220, New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act, Titles 4 & 9. H.R. 3237, Smart Grid Facilitation Act of 2007. H.R. 6, Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. H.R. 3220, New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act, Title 4 & Title 9.
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Energy, Dept of, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
Interchange fees: H.R. 5546, legislation to amend the antitrust laws to ensure competitive market-based rates and terms for merchants' access to electronic payment systems. Corporate tax issues. Draft legislation to make organized retail crime a Federal felony and to make certain requirements for re-sellers of property to ensure property is not stolen.
H.R. 3970, Tax Reduction and Reform Act of 2007. H.R. 3735, to extend look-through treatment of payments between related controlled foreign corporations. S. 271, to provide shorter recovery period for depreciation of certain improvements to retail space. H.R. 3312, to extend work opportunity tax credit for Hurricane Katrina employees. H.R. 6, Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. H.R. 3359, Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Fairness and Simplification Act of 2007. S.34 and H.R. 3396, Sales Tax Fairness and Simplification Act. H.R. 3996, Temporary Tax Relief Act of 2007. H.R. 1591, the Small Business Work Opportunity and Tax Act of 2007. H.R.3220, New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act Titles 4 & 9. H.R. 3221, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2007 -- efficiency standards for appliances, lighting, and buildings. H.R.5140, Recovery Rebates and Economic Stimulus for the American People act of 2008 -- to provide economic stimulus through recovery rebates to individuals, incentives for business investment, and an increase in conforming and FHA loan limits.
H.R. 4040, Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act of 2007. S. 2045, CPSC Reform Act of 2007. H.R. 5635, the Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act, a bill to eliminate duties on Digital TV converter DTV Tariff Issue.
Climate Change; Climate Change Legislation S. 2191, Americas Climate Security Act of 2007.
H.R. 4008, to make technical corrections to the definition of willful noncompliance with respect to violations involving the printing of an expiration date on certain credit and debit card receipts.
Generalized System of Preferences -- to extend trade preference programs for developing and least developed countries. H.R. 5274, U.S.-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act. Proposed changes to the table grape marketing order. H.R. 5635 - Digital Television Transition Consumer Relief Act, a bill to eliminate duties on Digital TV converter Boxes. H.R. 4040, Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act of 2007. S. 2045, CPSC Reform Act of 2007. H.R. 3934 & S. 2372, Affordable Footwear Act of 2007. HR 4499; HR 4500; HR 4501; HR 4502; HR 4503 bills to temporarily suspend duties on whistles, compasses, Christmas tree lamps and ski equipment. H.R. 4994, elimination of duties for air mattresses. China trade: H.R. 1229, the Non-Market Economy Trade Remedy Act; H.R. 2942; H.R. 2714; S. 1677, H.R. 782 and S. 1607, the Fair Currency Act of 2007 House bills: imposition of countervailing duties on imports from non-market economies; make currency manipulation a countervailable subsidy; reinstate the practice of zeroing. Senate bills: pressure China to revalue its currency through pressure in international organizations and through anti-dumping duties on Chinese exports. H.R. 3890 Reinstatement of Competitive Need Limit waiver for Indian and Thai jewelry. Import Safety -- work with HHS to provide private sector leadership on its import safety action plan. Enhanced market access for investment in China and India. H.R. 3610, to amend Food Drug and Cosmetic Act to place new requirements on imported food, drugs and devices; FDA restructuring, ban on closing FDA labs, user fees, country of origin labeling, and adding carbon monoxide to a list of additives. Introduction of Wal-Marts international labor practices and ethical servicing program.
H.R. 2419 and S. 2302 Farm Bill: Food Stamp Program expansion and modernization; Country of Origin Labeling.
Food Safety
H.R. 3221, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2007 efficiency standards for appliances, lighting, and bldgs. H.R. 3220, New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act, Titles 4 & 9. H.R. 3237, Smart Grid Facilitation Act of 2007. H.R. 6, Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. H.R. 3220 -New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act, Title 4 & Title 9.
H.R. 800 and S. 1041, Employee Free Choice Act of 2007. Family Medical Leave Act regulations. H.R. 1644 and S. 969, Re-Empowerment of Skilled and Professional Employees and Constructions Tradeworkers (RESPECT) Act. H.R. 2831, Lilly Ledbetter Fair Play Act of 2007 and S. 1843, Fair Pay Restoration Act. H.R. 3195, ADA Restoration Act and S. 1881, Americans with Disabilities Restoration Act of 2007
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Energy, Dept of, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Treasury, Dept of, U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office
H.R. 3688, United States-Peru Trade Promotion Agreement Implementation Act Implementation of the Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement H.R. 4040, Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act of 2007 and S. 2045, CPSC Reform Act of 2007 H.R. 3934 & S. 2372, Affordable Footwear Act of 2007 HR 4499; HR 4500; HR 4501; HR 4502; HR 4503 bills to temporarily suspend duties on whistles, compasses, Christmas tree lamps and ski equipment H.R. 4994, elimination of duties for air mattresses China trade: H.R. 1229, the Non-Market Economy Trade Remedy Act; H.R. 2942; H.R. 2714; S. 1677, H.R. 782 and S. 1607, the Fair Currency Act of 2007 House bills: imposition of countervailing duties on imports from non-market economies; make currency manipulation a countervailable subsidy; reinstate the practice of zeroing. Senate bills: pressure China to revalue its currency through pressure in international organizations and through anti-dumping duties on Chinese exports H.R. 3890 Reinstatement of Competitive Need Limit waiver for Indian and Thai jewelry Import Safety -- work with HHS to provide private sector leadership on its import safety action plan. Enhanced market access for investment in China and India H.R. 3610, to amend Food Drug and Cosmetic Act to place new requirements on imported food, drugs and devices; FDA restructuring, ban on closing FDA labs, user fees, country of origin labeling, and adding carbon monoxide to a list of additives.
* H.R. 4008, to make technical corrections to the definition of willful noncompliance with respect to violations involving the printing of an expiration date on certain credit and debit card receipts Interchange Fees
* H.R. 800 and S. 1041, Employee Free Choice Act of 2007 H.R. 1542, Family Medical Leave Act requiring certain employers to provide a minimum paid sick leave time H.R. 1644 and S. 969, Re-Empowerment of Skilled and Professional Employees and Constructions Tradeworkers (RESPECT) Act H.R. 2831, Lilly Ledbetter Fair Play Act of 2007 and S. 1843, Fair Pay Restoration Act H.R. 3195, ADA Restoration Act and S. 1881, Americans with Disabilities Restoration Act of 2007
Draft legislation to make organized retail crime a Federal felony and to make certain requirements for re-sellers of property to ensure property is not stolen
H.R. 4040, Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act of 2007 and S. 2045, CPSC Re
H.R. 3970, Tax Reduction and Reform Act of 2007 H.R. 3735, to extend look-through treatment of payments between related controlled foreign corporations S. 271, to provide shorter recovery period for depreciation of certain improvements to retail space H.R. 3312, to extend work opportunity tax credit for Hurricane Katrina employees H.R. 6, Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 H.R. 3359, Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Fairness and Simplification Act of 2007 S.34 and H.R. 3396, Sales Tax Fairness and Simplification Act H.R. 3996, Temporary Tax Relief Act of 2007 H.R. 1591, the Small Business Work Opportunity and Tax Act of 2007
* ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits & initiatives
H.R. 2419 and S. 2302 Farm Bill: Food Stamp Program expansion and modernization; Country of Origin Labeling
H.R. 3221, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2007 - efficiency standards for appliances, lighting, and buildings H.R. 3237, Smart Grid Facilitation Act of 2007 H.R. 6, Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 H.R. 3220 -New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act, Title 4 & Title 9
H.R. 2881, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2007; S. 1300, Aviation Investment and Modernization Act of 2007 user fee proposals Hours of Service rulemaking of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and related Congressional activity
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Energy, Dept of, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), UNDETERMINED, White House Office
H.R. 3221, Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Tax Act of 2007 - efficiency standards for appliances, lighting, and buildings H.R. 3237, Smart Grid Facilitation Act of 2007 H.R. 6, Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 H.R. 3220 -New Direction for Energy Independence, National Security, and Consumer Protection Act, Title 4 & Title 9
H.R. 3970, Tax Reduction and Reform Act of 2007 H.R. 3735, to extend look-through treatment of payments between related controlled foreign corporations S. 271, to provide shorter recovery period for depreciation of certain improvements to retail space H.R. 3312, to extend work opportunity tax credit for Hurricane Katrina employees
H.R. 3700 & S. 1951, Legislation amending title XIX of the Society Security Act to ensure that individuals eligible for medical assistances under the Medicaid Program continue to have access to prescription drugs, and for other purposes Average Manufacturers Price H.R. 1585, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008, amendment 2912 TRICARE
ERISA preemption of State laws on health benefits requirements Educational outreach and information sharing on Companys health care benefits & initiatives
H.R. 2419 and S. 2302 Farm Bill: Food Stamp Program expansion and modernization; Country of Origin Labeling
S. 1356 & H.R. 698 Industrial Bank Holding Act of 2007 to amend the Federal Deposit Insurance Act to establish industrial bank holding company regulation, and for other purposes
Draft legislation to make organized retail crime a Federal felony and to make certain requirements for re-sellers of property to ensure property is not stolen
H.R. 4040, Consumer Product Safety Modernization Act of 2007 and S. 2045, CPSC Reform Act of 2007
H.R. 800 and S. 1041, Employee Free Choice Act of 2007 H.R. 1542, Family Medical Leave Act requiring certain employers to provide a minimum paid sick leave time H.R. 1644 and S. 969, Re-Empowerment of Skilled and Professional Employees and Constructions Tradeworkers (RESPECT) Act H.R. 2831, Lilly Ledbetter Fair Play Act of 2007 and S. 1843, Fair Pay Restoration Act
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Energy, Dept of, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Health & Human Services, Dept of (HHS), Labor, Dept of (DOL), SENATE, State, Dept of (DOS), Transportation, Dept of (DOT), U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), White House Office