For private equity investors, the arrival of the 119th Congress and the new Trump administration shifts the landscape, creating uncertainty, challenge and opportunity in equal measure and highlighting the need for political...more
2/12/2025
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Introduction -
Congress returns from the August recess with a robust agenda and limited time to pursue it. The calendar is further constrained by the September 30 deadline to pass appropriations packages or a continuing...more
9/5/2023
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Climate Change ,
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Government Shutdown ,
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Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) ,
Life Sciences ,
NDAA ,
Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) ,
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Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) ,
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
[co-authors: Alex Monié, Policy Advisor and Gabriel Harrison, Public Policy Specialist]
The annual “must-pass” defense authorization legislation contains provisions to address supply chain domestication in light of the...more
7/24/2020
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Coronavirus/COVID-19 ,
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Financial Services Industry ,
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Medical Supplies ,
Minerals ,
National Security ,
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Rare Earth Metals ,
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Telecommunications ,
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Trump Administration ,
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Pelosi and McConnell Both Look to Bipartisan Phase 4 Legislation -
Congress now likely remains adjourned until April 20 for the safety of both members and congressional staff, but discussions have already begun on a Phase...more
4/9/2020
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Energy Sector ,
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Oil & Gas ,
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) ,
Petroleum ,
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Relief Measures ,
SBA ,
Small Business