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LOBBYING REPORT |
Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (Section 5) - All Filers Are Required to Complete This Page
2. Address
Address1 | 1155 F Street, NW |
Address2 | SUITE 400 |
City | WASHINGTON |
State | DC |
Zip Code | 20004 |
Country | USA |
3. Principal place of business (if different than line 2)
City | Atlanta |
State | GA |
Zip Code | 30339 |
Country | USA |
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5. Senate ID# 56771-12
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6. House ID# 351730000
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TYPE OF REPORT | 8. Year | 2013 |
Q1 (1/1 - 3/31) | Q2 (4/1 - 6/30) | Q3 (7/1 - 9/30) | Q4 (10/1 - 12/31) |
9. Check if this filing amends a previously filed version of this report
10. Check if this is a Termination Report | Termination Date | |
11. No Lobbying Issue Activity |
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INCOME relating to lobbying activities for this reporting period was: | EXPENSE relating to lobbying activities for this reporting period were: | ||||||||
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Provide a good faith estimate, rounded to the nearest $10,000, of all lobbying related income for the client (including all payments to the registrant by any other entity for lobbying activities on behalf of the client). | 14. REPORTING Check box to indicate expense accounting method. See instructions for description of options. | ||||||||
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Reporting amounts using LDA definitions only
Method B. Reporting amounts under section 6033(b)(8) of the Internal Revenue Code Method C. Reporting amounts under section 162(e) of the Internal Revenue Code |
Signature | Digitally Signed By: Kent Knutson, Vice President of Government Relations |
Date | 01/21/2014 |
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code LAW
16. Specific lobbying issues
S. 394/H.R. 867 - Metal Theft Prevention Act of 2013 - Makes metal theft a federal crime, increases penalities for those knowingly purchasing stolen property, and raises the documentation threshold for purchasers of scrap metal.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
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Heather |
Kennedy |
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Sarah |
McDonald |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code TAX
16. Specific lobbying issues
H.R. 25 - The Fair Tax Act of 2013 - Interest in mandate to collect federal taxes through a national retail sales tax. Monitor legislation related to corporate tax reform and tax extenders. H.R. 684/S. 336 - The Marketplace Fairness Act - To level the playing field for sales tax collection.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
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Knutson |
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Heather |
Kennedy |
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Michael |
Dendas |
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Sarah |
McDonald |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code LBR
16. Specific lobbying issues
Monitor rulemaking by the National Labor Relations Board related to Representation Case Procedures (RIN 3142-AA08). Monitor rulemaking by the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs related to Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination Obligations of Contractors and Subcontrators Regarding Individuals with Disabilities (RIN 1250-AA02). H.R. 377/S. 84 - Paycheck Fairness Act - Monitor. H.R. 2347/S. 1166 - Representation Fairness Restoration Act - Interest in changes to union organizing laws.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, Natl Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Labor - Dept of (DOL)
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
Kent |
Knutson |
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Heather |
Kennedy |
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Michael |
Dendas |
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Heather |
Kennedy |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code TRA
16. Specific lobbying issues
H.R. 612 - Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2013 - Interest in weights allowed in trucks driving on interstates. H.R. 3080 - Water Resources Reform Development Act - Monitor the funding of water infrastructure programs. S. 601 - Water Resources Development Act of 2013 - Monitor the funding of water infrastructure programs. H.R. 3095/S. 1537 - To ensure that any new or revised requirement providing for the screening, testing, or treatment of individuals operating commercial motor vehicles
for sleep disorders is adopted pursuant to a rulemaking proceeding, and for other purposes - Interest in rules related to truck drivers.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, Transportation - Dept of (DOT)
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
Kent |
Knutson |
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Heather |
Kennedy |
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Michael |
Dendas |
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Sarah |
McDonald |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code ENG
16. Specific lobbying issues
Monitor potential legislation related to light bulb efficiency and energy related tax credits. Energy Conservation Standards Rulemaking Framework Document for Ceiling Fans and Light Kits (RIN:1904-AC87). H.R. 2093/S. 484 - Lead Exposure Reduction Amendments Act of 2013 - Monitor changes. H.R. 1616/S. 1392 - Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act of 2013 - Monitor energy efficiency requirements in building codes.
H.R. 2128 - Home Owner Managing Energy Savings Act - Monitor homeowner rebates for energy efficient improvements.
S. 1106 - SAVE Act - Interest in energy efficiency incentives through federal mortgage loans.
H.R. 1526 - Restoring Healthy Forests for Healthy Communities Act - Interest in lumber related issues.
S. 1009 - Chemical Safety Improvement Act - Interest in standards for safer chemicals.
S. 1191/H.R. 2126 - Better Buildings Act - Interest in building efficiency.
H.R. 2609/S. 1245 - Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2014 - Monitor.
Monitor EPA rulemaking related to formaldahyde in composite wood products.
Monitor EPA rulemaking regarding EnergyStar specifications for windows, doors, and sky lights.
Monitor EPA rulemaking regarding labeling on certain types of pesticides.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, White House Office, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Energy - Dept of, Housing & Urban Development - Dept of (HUD)
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
Kent |
Knutson |
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Heather |
Kennedy |
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Michael |
Dendas |
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Sarah |
McDonald |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code CSP
16. Specific lobbying issues
S. 418 - Do Not Track Online Act of 2013 - General interest in privacy related issues. S. 1193 - Data Security and Break Notification Act of 2013 - General interest in privacy related issues. H.R. 1913 - Application Privacy, Protection, and Security Act of 2013 - General interest in privacy related issues. Monitor FCC ruling on the Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 - Interest in express written consent and autodialer requirements.
H.R. 1312/S. 639 - The Geolocation Privacy and Surveillance Act - General interest in privacy related issues.
H.R. 3481/ S. 1700 - Do Not Track Kids Online Act - General Interest in privacy related issues.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Commerce - Dept of (DOC), Housing & Urban Development - Dept of (HUD)
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
Kent |
Knutson |
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Heather |
Kennedy |
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Michael |
Dendas |
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Sarah |
McDonald |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code HCR
16. Specific lobbying issues
Monitor regulations related to implementation of Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act including the 90-day waiting period limitation (REG-122706-12), Shared Responsibility for Employees Regarding Health Coverage (REG-138006-12), Incentives for Nondiscriminating Wellness Programs in Group Health Plans (REG-28361-12). H.R. 1254 - The Auto Enroll Act - Monitor.
S. 1188/S. 701 - Forty Hours is Full Time Act - Support.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, Health & Human Services - Dept of (HHS), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Labor - Dept of (DOL), Treasury - Dept of
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
Kent |
Knutson |
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Heather |
Kennedy |
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Michael |
Dendas |
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Sarah |
McDonald |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code DIS
16. Specific lobbying issues
H.R. 2774 - Hurricane and Tornado Mitigation Investment Act of 2013, H.R. 3298 - Disaster Savings Accounts - Interest in mitigation tax credits.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Housing & Urban Development - Dept of (HUD)
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
Kent |
Knutson |
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Heather |
Kennedy |
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Dendas |
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Sarah |
McDonald |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code BAN
16. Specific lobbying issues
Monitor implementation of proposed regulations related to Section 1075 on debit card interchanges fees in P.L.111-203, the Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2009. Monitor implementation of P.L.111-24, the Credit Card Act of 2009. Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), FIN-2013-G001 - Interpretive guidance. Seek clarification of guidance with regards to transmitter regulation. Federal Reserve Bank's Payment System Improvement - Public consultation paper - Interest in
how to process payments.
Bulletin Payroll Card Accounts (Regulation E) - Interest in payroll cards.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, Treasury - Dept of, Justice - Dept of (DOJ), Federal Reserve System
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
First Name | Last Name | Suffix | Covered Official Position (if applicable) | New |
Kent |
Knutson |
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Heather |
Kennedy |
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Michael |
Dendas |
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Sarah |
McDonald |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code HOU
16. Specific lobbying issues
Ability-to-Repay and Qualified Mortgage Standards under the Truth in Lending Act (Regulation Z) (RIN 3170-AA17). Monitoring potential legislation that may change mortgage lending requirements and transparency in lending practices. S. 1217 - Housing Finance Reform and Taxpayer Protection Act of 2013 - Monitoring housing finance changes. H.R. 2767 - Protecting American Taxpayers and Homeowners Act of 2013 - Reform GSEs and address housing finance systems.
"HUD Guide Specifications for Public and Indian Housing" Guide - Clarify if this guidance was still in effect, e.g. cabinet material recommendations.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, Housing & Urban Development - Dept of (HUD), Federal Deposit Insurance Commission (FDIC), Federal Reserve System
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
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Kent |
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Heather |
Kennedy |
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McDonald |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code TRD
16. Specific lobbying issues
H.R. 2709/S. 1331 - Generalized System of Preferences - Renewal of program expired July 31, 2013. Ensure products are able to gain entry to ports. S. 662 - Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Reauthorization of 2013 - Reauthorizes trade authorities of the CBP and reorganizes trade authority within DHS.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, Agriculture - Dept of (USDA), Homeland Security - Dept of (DHS), U.S. Customs & Border Protection
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
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Kennedy |
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Dendas |
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McDonald |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code VET
16. Specific lobbying issues
H.R. 3395/ S. 1624 - Work Opportunity tax credit - Interest in veteran employment. H.R. 3649 - Jobs for Heroes Act - Interest in veteran employment.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
LOBBYING ACTIVITY. Select as many codes as necessary to reflect the general issue areas in which the registrant engaged in lobbying on behalf of the client during the reporting period. Using a separate page for each code, provide information as requested. Add additional page(s) as needed.
15. General issue area code CPT
16. Specific lobbying issues
H.R. 3309 - The Innovation Act - Interest in patent issues.
S. 1720 - Patent Transparency and Improvements Act of 2013 - Interest in patent issues.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
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LOBBYIST UPDATE
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AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS
25. Add the following affiliated organization(s)
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FOREIGN ENTITIES
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28. Name of each previously reported foreign entity that no longer owns, or controls, or is affiliated with the registrant, client or affiliated organization
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