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LOBBYING REPORT |
Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (Section 5) - All Filers Are Required to Complete This Page
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Address1 | 500 NEW JERSEY AVE, NW |
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City | WASHINGTON |
State | DC |
Zip Code | 20001-2020 |
Country | USA |
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TYPE OF REPORT | 8. Year | 2017 |
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
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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: Jerry Giovaniello |
Date | 4/20/2017 3:28:50 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 CSP
16. Specific lobbying issues
Broadband Access
S96 - Improving Rural Call Quality and Reliability Act of 2017
S645 - Measuring the Economic Impact of Broadband Act of 2017
Discussions with the House and Senate regarding network neutrality.
Discussions with the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau (CFPB) regarding TRID and RESPA rules.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)
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 |
Jerry |
Giovaniello |
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Gregory |
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Devlin |
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Colin |
Allen |
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Dan |
Blair |
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Ken |
Wingert |
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Joseph |
Harris |
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Melanie |
Wyne |
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Christie |
DeSanctis |
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Charles |
Dawson |
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Sarah |
Young |
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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
Flood Insurance
HR879 - Flood Insurance Integrity Act
HR1401 - Flood Insurance Fairness Act of 2017
HR1422 - Flood Insurance Market Parity and Modernization Act
HR1423 - National Flood Insurance Program Reauthorization and Improvement Act of 2017
HR1558 - Repeatedly Flooded Communities Preparation Act
S110 - Digital Coast Act
S563 - Flood Insurance Market Parity and Modernization Act
Discussions with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regarding flood insurance.
Discussions with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regarding FHA floodplain standards.
Discussions with the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) regarding their 3D elevation program.
Discussions with the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), the Federal Reserve System, and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) regarding private flood insurance.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Homeland Security - Dept of (DHS), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Housing & Urban Development - Dept of (HUD), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), 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 |
Jerry |
Giovaniello |
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Gregory |
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Helen |
Devlin |
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Colin |
Allen |
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Dan |
Blair |
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Ken |
Wingert |
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Joseph |
Harris |
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Austin |
Perez |
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Erin |
Stackley |
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Russell |
Riggs |
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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
Energy Efficiency Labels and Building Codes
S385 - Energy Savings and Industrial Competitiveness Act
Discussions with Senate offices regarding the PACE loan program.
Discussions with the CFPB regarding PACE loans.
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 |
Jerry |
Giovaniello |
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James |
Gregory |
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Helen |
Devlin |
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Colin |
Allen |
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Dan |
Blair |
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Ken |
Wingert |
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Joseph |
Harris |
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Russell |
Riggs |
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Charles |
Dawson |
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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 FIN
16. Specific lobbying issues
G-Fees
HR916 - Risk Management and Homeowner Stability Act of 2017
Affiliated Business Arrangements
HR1153 - Mortgage Choice Act
Discussions with House of Representatives offices regarding draft legislation clarifying the Basel III "High Volatility Commercial Real Estate" risk-weight rules for lenders.
Discussions with the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau (CFPB) regarding QM rules.
Discussions with the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) regarding single family rentals and guarantee fees.
Discussions with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) regarding commercial lending.
Discussions with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network regarding money laundering.
Discussions with the Department of the Treasury regarding money laundering, housing finance, and the GSEs.
Discussions with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding crowdfunding regulations.
Discussions with the Federal Reserve System regarding consumer lending and regulatory issues.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Treasury - Dept of, Housing & Urban Development - Dept of (HUD), Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC), Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), 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 |
Jerry |
Giovaniello |
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James |
Gregory |
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Helen |
Devlin |
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Colin |
Allen |
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Dan |
Blair |
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Ken |
Wingert |
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Joseph |
Harris |
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Charles |
Dawson |
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Vijay |
Yadlapati |
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Joe |
Ventrone |
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Sarah |
Young |
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Stephanie |
Spear |
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Christie |
DeSanctis |
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Erin |
Stackley |
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Marcia |
Salkin |
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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
FHA Premiums
HR1321 - To amend the National Housing Act to require the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to issue guidance to reduce up-front premiums for FHA-insured mortgages if the capital ratio of the Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund exceeds the statutory limit, and for other purposes.
Fair Housing Protections
HR1447 - Fair and Equal Housing Act
Communications with the Senate regarding the nomination of Dr. Ben Carson to be HUD Secretary.
Discussions with the Department of Agriculture regarding rural housing service, and rural housing loan fees related to broker/agent commissions.
Discussions with the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regarding FHA, FHA mortgage insurance premiums, Section 8, and fair housing.
Discussions with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) regarding the VA home loan program.
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), Agriculture - Dept of (USDA), Veterans Affairs - Dept of (VA)
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 |
Jerry |
Giovaniello |
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James |
Gregory |
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Helen |
Devlin |
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Colin |
Allen |
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Dan |
Blair |
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Ken |
Wingert |
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Joseph |
Harris |
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Megan |
Booth |
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Sehar |
Siddiqi |
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Joe |
Ventrone |
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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
Mortgage Insurance Premiums
HR109 - Mortgage Insurance Tax Deduction Act
Mortgage Debt Forgiveness
HR110 - Mortgage Debt Forgiveness Act
S22 - Mortgage Debt Tax Relief Act
Business Income Tax Rates
HR116 - Main Street Fairness Act
S707 - Main Street Fairness Act
Changes to Mortgage Interest Deduction
HR516 - Tax Benefit for Homeownership Clarification Act
HR94 - Common Sense Housing Investment Act of 2017
Historic Tax Credit
HR1158 - Historic Tax Credit Improvement Act of 2017
S425 - Historic Tax Credit Improvement Act of 2017
Low Income Housing Tax Credit
HR1661 - Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act of 2017
S548 - Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act of 2017
Standard Home Office Deduction
HR836 - HOME Act
S290 - HOME Act
Employer-Provided Housing Benefit Credit
HR764 - Housing America's Workforce Act of 2017
Discussions with House and Senate offices regarding tax reform proposals and first-time home buyer credit legislation.
Discussions with the Department of the Treasury regarding the mortgage interest deduction and tax reform.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, 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 |
Jerry |
Giovaniello |
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James |
Gregory |
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Helen |
Devlin |
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Colin |
Allen |
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Dan |
Blair |
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Ken |
Wingert |
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Joseph |
Harris |
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Evan |
Liddiard |
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Charles |
Dawson |
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Erin |
Stackley |
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Russell |
Riggs |
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Joe |
Ventrone |
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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
Conversations with the House and Senate regarding patent reform.
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 |
Jerry |
Giovaniello |
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James |
Gregory |
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Helen |
Devlin |
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Colin |
Allen |
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Dan |
Blair |
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Ken |
Wingert |
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Joseph |
Harris |
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Melanie |
Wyne |
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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 RES
16. Specific lobbying issues
Conversations with House and Senate offices regarding rules for commercial use of unmanned aerial systems (UAS).
Conversations with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regarding rules for commercial use of unmanned aerial systems (UAS).
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
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 |
Jerry |
Giovaniello |
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James |
Gregory |
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Helen |
Devlin |
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Colin |
Allen |
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Dan |
Blair |
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Ken |
Wingert |
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Joseph |
Harris |
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Stephanie |
Spear |
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Erin |
Stackley |
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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
Health Insurance reform
HR247 - Health Savings Account Expansion Act
HR708 - State Age Rate Flexibility Act
HR1101 - Small Business Health Fairness Act
HR1628 - American Health Care Act
S28 - Health Savings Account Expansion Act
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 |
Jerry |
Giovaniello |
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James |
Gregory |
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Helen |
Devlin |
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Colin |
Allen |
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Dan |
Blair |
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Ken |
Wingert |
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Joseph |
Harris |
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Marcia |
Salkin |
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Christie |
DeSanctis |
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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 CIV
16. Specific lobbying issues
ADA Notice and Reform
HR620 - ADA Education and Reform Act of 2017
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 |
Jerry |
Giovaniello |
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James |
Gregory |
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Helen |
Devlin |
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Colin |
Allen |
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Dan |
Blair |
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Ken |
Wingert |
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Joseph |
Harris |
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Erin |
Stackley |
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Megan |
Booth |
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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 GOV
16. Specific lobbying issues
Regulatory Reform
HR5 - Regulatory Accountability Act of 2017
HR26 - Regulations from the Executive in Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act
HR33 - Small Business Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act
HR998 - Searching for and Cutting Regulations that are Unnecessarily Burdensome Act
HR1004 - Regulatory Integrity Act of 2017
HR1009 - OIRA Insight, Reform, and Accountability Act
S584 - Small Business Regulatory Flexibility Improvements Act
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 |
Jerry |
Giovaniello |
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James |
Gregory |
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Helen |
Devlin |
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Colin |
Allen |
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Dan |
Blair |
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Ken |
Wingert |
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Joseph |
Harris |
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Russell |
Riggs |
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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 IMM
16. Specific lobbying issues
EB-5 Investor Visa Program
HR1502 - To terminate the EB-5 program.
S232 - A bill to terminate the EB-5 Visa Program and to reallocate the employment creation visas to the other employment-based visa classifications.
H-2B Visas
S792 - A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to establish an H-2B temporary non-agricultural work visa program, and for other purposes.
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
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Jerry |
Giovaniello |
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James |
Gregory |
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Helen |
Devlin |
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Ken |
Wingert |
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Dan |
Blair |
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Colin |
Allen |
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Joseph |
Harris |
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Russell |
Riggs |
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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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FOREIGN ENTITIES
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