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LOBBYING REPORT |
Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (Section 5) - All Filers Are Required to Complete This Page
2. Address
Address1 | 1899 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, 11th Floor |
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City | WASHINGTON |
State | DC |
Zip Code | 20006 |
Country | USA |
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5. Senate ID# 38404-12
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6. House ID# 319430000
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TYPE OF REPORT | 8. Year | 2025 |
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 |
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11. No Lobbying Issue Activity |
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12. Lobbying | 13. Organizations | ||||||||
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. | ||||||||
Method A.
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: Victoria Emerson Barnes |
Date | 4/21/2025 7:40:28 PM |
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
Creation of a Federal transportation program that provides funding to cities and states with high levels of visitation for projects that alleviate congestion and improve the efficiency of long-haul travel.
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 |
Victoria |
Barnes |
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Erik |
Hansen |
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Andrew |
Newhart |
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Congressman Anthony Weiner (D-NY), Executive Assistant, May 2008 - August 2008; House Committee on Homeland Security/Democratic Staff/Legislative Assistant, August 2008 - January 2011. |
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 HOM
16. Specific lobbying issues
Support for CBP and TSA biometric identification services.
Opposing DHS appropriations amendments to restrict DHSs biometric capabilities.
Support for additional CBP officers at airports of entry.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security - Dept of (DHS), Commerce - Dept of (DOC), White House Office
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 |
Victoria |
Barnes |
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Erik |
Hansen |
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Andrew |
Newhart |
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Congressman Anthony Weiner (D-NY), Executive Assistant, May 2008 - August 2008; House Committee on Homeland Security/Democratic Staff/Legislative Assistant, August 2008 - January 2011. |
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Ryan |
Propis |
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House Foreign Affairs Cmte,Legal Fellow (2013); Rep. Yoho (FL),Counsel(2013-15);House Homeland Security Cmte,Senior Counsel (2015-18); DHS/TSA, Chief of Staff (Sched C)(2018-21); House Homeland Security Cmte,Dep Staff Director & Gen Counsel(2021-24) |
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Erica |
Jones |
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Worked on the Hill for Rep. Brad Sherman (D-CA) as a Staff Assistant from June 2014 - September 2015 and for Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV) as a Legislative Correspondent and Legislative Assistant from September 2015- January 2021. |
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 TOU
16. Specific lobbying issues
Issues related to the competitiveness of the U.S. travel industry, particularly for international, group, and transient business air travel.
Proposals to create a White House Task Force on Global Sporting Events.
Issues related to the Department of Commerces Assistant Secretary for Travel & Tourism position, including the nomination of a qualified candidate.
Proposals to limit or prohibit fees imposed on travel and transportation services, including the Hotel Fees Transparency Act of 2025 (S. 314 / H.R. 1479).
Issues related to the American Music Tourism Act (S. 195).
Issues related to the Travel Promotion Act, funding for the Corporation for Travel Promotion, and its future reauthorization.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Commerce - Dept of (DOC), Homeland Security - Dept of (DHS), State - Dept of (DOS), Transportation - Dept of (DOT), Interior - Dept of (DOI), White House Office, Natl Park Service (NPS), Office of Management & Budget (OMB), General Services Administration (GSA)
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 |
Victoria |
Barnes |
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Erik |
Hansen |
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Andrew |
Newhart |
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Congressman Anthony Weiner (D-NY), Executive Assistant, May 2008 - August 2008; House Committee on Homeland Security/Democratic Staff/Legislative Assistant, August 2008 - January 2011. |
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Nicole |
Porter |
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Senator John Ensign (R-NV), Staff Assistant, January 2002 - November 2003. |
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Ryan |
Propis |
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House Foreign Affairs Cmte,Legal Fellow (2013); Rep. Yoho (FL),Counsel(2013-15);House Homeland Security Cmte,Senior Counsel (2015-18); DHS/TSA, Chief of Staff (Sched C)(2018-21); House Homeland Security Cmte,Dep Staff Director & Gen Counsel(2021-24) |
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Erica |
Jones |
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Worked on the Hill for Rep. Brad Sherman (D-CA) as a Staff Assistant from June 2014 - September 2015 and for Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV) as a Legislative Correspondent and Legislative Assistant from September 2015- January 2021. |
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 IMM
16. Specific lobbying issues
Legislative proposals to reduce visa interview wait times for large international events hosted in the U.S. Administration efforts to reduce visa interview wait times, including a dedicated application process for time-sensitive business travelers and proposals to streamline visa processing for global sports events hosted in the U.S.
Proposals to expand and modernize the H-2B visa program, language in FY26 appropriations to require the Department of Homeland Security to release supplemental visas when the needs of seasonal businesses cannot be filled with U.S. workers.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security - Dept of (DHS), State - Dept of (DOS), Commerce - Dept of (DOC), White House Office
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 |
Victoria |
Barnes |
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Erik |
Hansen |
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Andrew |
Newhart |
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Congressman Anthony Weiner (D-NY), Executive Assistant, May 2008 - August 2008; House Committee on Homeland Security/Democratic Staff/Legislative Assistant, August 2008 - January 2011. |
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Nicole |
Porter |
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Senator John Ensign (R-NV), Staff Assistant, January 2002 - November 2003. |
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Ryan |
Propis |
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House Foreign Affairs Cmte,Legal Fellow (2013); Rep. Yoho (FL),Counsel(2013-15);House Homeland Security Cmte,Senior Counsel (2015-18); DHS/TSA, Chief of Staff (Sched C)(2018-21); House Homeland Security Cmte,Dep Staff Director & Gen Counsel(2021-24) |
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Erica |
Jones |
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Worked on the Hill for Rep. Brad Sherman (D-CA) as a Staff Assistant from June 2014 - September 2015 and for Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV) as a Legislative Correspondent and Legislative Assistant from September 2015- January 2021. |
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 AVI
16. Specific lobbying issues
Proposals to modernize Air Traffic Control (ATC) systems through increased investment, staffing, innovation, and technology upgrades.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, Transportation - Dept of (DOT), White House Office
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 |
Victoria |
Barnes |
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Erik |
Hansen |
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Andrew |
Newhart |
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Congressman Anthony Weiner (D-NY), Executive Assistant, May 2008 - August 2008; House Committee on Homeland Security/Democratic Staff/Legislative Assistant, August 2008 - January 2011. |
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
Proposals to limit or eliminate the tax exemptions for 501(c) organizations.
Proposals related to extending the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act in 2025.
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 |
Victoria |
Barnes |
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Erik |
Hansen |
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Andrew |
Newhart |
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Erica |
Jones |
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Worked on the Hill for Rep. Brad Sherman (D-CA) as a Staff Assistant from June 2014 - September 2015 and for Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV) as a Legislative Correspondent and Legislative Assistant from September 2015- January 2021. |
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 BUD
16. Specific lobbying issues
FY2026 appropriations related to efficient customs and visitor visa processing, including the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act of 2026 and the State and Foreign Operations Appropriations Act of 2026.
CBP and TSA funding and staffing in the Department of Homeland Security Appropriations Act of 2026.
Funding for the Assistant Secretary of Travel and Tourism in the FY26 Commerce, Justice, Science Appropriations Act of 2026.
Increased funding for the Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) for host city costs and security needs to prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the FY2026 Homeland Security Appropriations Act of 2026.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, Office of Management & Budget (OMB), Homeland Security - Dept of (DHS)
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 |
Victoria |
Barnes |
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Erik |
Hansen |
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Andrew |
Newhart |
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Congressman Anthony Weiner (D-NY), Executive Assistant,May 2008 - August 2008; House Committee on HomelandSecurity/Democratic Staff/Legislative Assistant, August 2008- January 2011. |
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Nicole |
Porter |
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Senator John Ensign (R-NV), Staff Assistant, January 2002 - November 2003. |
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Ryan |
Propis |
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House Foreign Affairs Cmte,Legal Fellow (2013); Rep. Yoho (FL),Counsel(2013-15);House Homeland Security Cmte,Senior Counsel (2015-18); DHS/TSA, Chief of Staff (Sched C)(2018-21); House Homeland Security Cmte,Dep Staff Director & Gen Counsel(2021-24) |
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Erica |
Jones |
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Worked on the Hill for Rep. Brad Sherman (D-CA) as a Staff Assistant from June 2014 - September 2015 and for Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV) as a Legislative Correspondent and Legislative Assistant from September 2015- January 2021. |
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 NAT
16. Specific lobbying issues
Proposals to extend the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA).
Proposals to restore staffing at the National Parks, including S. 949, the Protect Our Parks Act of 2025.
Assist the Administration in updating various Director's Orders, including Director's Order #17, which specifically addresses tourism at U.S. National Parks.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, Interior - Dept of (DOI), White House Office
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 |
Victoria |
Barnes |
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Erik |
Hansen |
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Andrew |
Newhart |
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Congressman Anthony Weiner (D-NY), Executive Assistant,May 2008 - August 2008; House Committee on HomelandSecurity/Democratic Staff/Legislative Assistant, August 2008- January 2011. |
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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ISSUE UPDATE
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AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS
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26. Name of each previously reported organization that is no longer affiliated with the registrant or client
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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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CONVICTIONS DISCLOSURE
29. Have any of the lobbyists listed on this report been convicted in a Federal or State Court of an offense involving bribery,
extortion, embezzlement, an illegal kickback, tax evasion, fraud, a conflict of interest, making a false statement, perjury, or money laundering?
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