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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 | 1560 WILSON BOULEVARD, #1100 |
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State | VA |
Zip Code | 22209 |
Country | USA |
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5. Senate ID# 91717-12
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6. House ID# 368080000
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| TYPE OF REPORT | 8. Year | 2018 |
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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| 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 |
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| Signature | Digitally Signed By: Douglas Leigh |
Date | 11/2/2018 11:19:54 AM |
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 ENV
16. Specific lobbying issues
Legislative efforts to introduce legislation related to regulatory reform - specifically EPA's unbalanced/improper enforcement activities.
Legislation efforts to regulate cosmetics. No specific legislation has been introduced to date.
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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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 CHM
16. Specific lobbying issues
Legislative efforts to regulate cosmetics. No specific legislation has been introduced to-date.
Legislative efforts in support of 2018 reauthorization of the Department of Homeland Security's Chemical Facilities Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program. Legislative efforts include support of S.3405, the Protecting and Securing Chemical Facilities from Terrorist Attacks Act of 2018, introduced by Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee Chairman Ron Johnson (R-WI) on September 4, 2018. This legislation would provide the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) program with a five-year reauthorization; direct the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish the CFATS Recognition Program to reward CFATS-covered facilities that participate in industry stewardship programs, such as NACD Responsible Distribution; reduce the frequency of CFATS inspections; codify the requirement that DHS file notice of proposed rulemaking and request for comments prior to making changes to Appendix A - Chemicals of Interest list; and allow facilities the option to apply PSP to Tier 3 and 4 facilities, rather than require it. Legislative efforts include support of H.R.6992, a companion bill to S.3405, introduced in the House of Representatives by Congressman John Katko (R-NY). The bills are identical with the exception of 2 amendments offered at Senate HSGAC markup by Ranking Member Claire McCaskill (D-MO).
Legislative efforts in support of HR 5729, the Transportation Worker Identification Credential Accountability Act of 2018. Introduced by Rep. John Katko (R-NY-24), the bill delays implementation of the TWIC Reader Rule, which is due to become effective August 23, 2018. The delay would extend until after the report to Congress is completed, which was required by the Transportation Security Card Program Assessment Act. On July 10, 2018, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R.5729 under suspension of the rules, as amended and agreed to by voice vote. On July 26, 2018, the Senate passed H.R. 5729 without amendment by unanimous consent. On August 2, 2018, H.R.5729 was signed by President Trump.
Legislation in support of S. 3094, companion legislation to H.R. 5729, introduced in the Senate by Senator Daniel Sullivan (R-AK). The Senate bill has been referred out of committee but has yet to go to the floor for a vote.
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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Leigh |
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Soberanis |
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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
Legislative efforts included conveying to congressional offices the importance of rail reform and how best to legislatively address CSXs current customer service disruptions. oCSX Corporations new management has increased customer frustrations over longer transit times, unreliable switching operations, inefficient car routing and poor customer service. Because of this, the STB has been stepping in as mediator between the rail company and their disgruntled customers.
Legislative efforts to encourage Congress to expedite the STB nominating process for greater preparation in addressing rail customer concerns. The 2015 STB Reauthorization bill expanded the STB from three to five board members whom the President appoints and Congress approves. At present, there are three open board member slots. the bill expanded the STB from three to five board members whom the President appoints and Congress approves. At present, there are three open board member slots. No sign of change from CSX and short three board members impedes the STB from aggressively executing their congressional authority in making sure CSX is strong enough to handle the needs of American shippers.
Legislative efforts in support of H.R. 5358, the DRIVE-Safe Act, introduced by Rep. Duncan Hunter (R-CA-50). This piece of legislation expands the availability of commercially licensed drivers by creating workforce opportunities for the nations 18- through 21-year-old population. Currently, most states allow individuals to obtain commercial drivers licenses at age 18, however, they prohibit drivers from moving goods across state lines until they are 21. Legislative efforts include support of a Senate companion bill to H.R.5358, S.3352, introduced by Senators Todd Young (R-IN), Jerry Moran (R-KS), and Jim Inhofe (R-OK). The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. The U.S. Senate companion bill sits in the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Legislative efforts in support of HR 5729, the Transportation Worker Identification Credential Accountability Act of 2018. Introduced by Rep. John Katko (R-NY-24), the bill delays implementation of the TWIC Reader Rule, which is due to become effective August 23, 2018. The delay would extend until after the report to Congress is completed, which was required by the Transportation Security Card Program Assessment Act. On July 10, 2018, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R.5729 under suspension of the rules, as amended and agreed to by voice vote. On July 26, 2018, the Senate passed H.R. 5729 without amendment by unanimous consent. On August 2, 2018, H.R.5729 was signed by President Trump. Became Public Law No: 115-230.
Legislation in support of S. 3094, companion legislation to H.R. 5729, introduced in the Senate by Senator Daniel Sullivan (R-AK). The Senate bill has been referred out of committee but has yet to go to the floor for a vote.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. SENATE, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Surface Transportation Board (STB)
18. Name of each individual who acted as a lobbyist in this issue area
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Leigh |
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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
Ongoing legislative efforts to ensure comprehensive tax reform (both individual and corporate), protecting pass-through entities from higher effective rates, simplifying the tax code, repealing the Estate Tax, and protecting the last in first out accounting method.
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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Soberanis |
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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
Legislative efforts opposing the Trump Administration's efforts to reduce the U.S. trade imbalance with China and protect Americas intellectual property rights through a series of tariffs on Chinese imports.
Legislative efforts to educate policymakers and others about the important benefits to American companies, workers, and consumers of the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) program. A U.S. trade program designed to promote economic growth in the developing world by providing preferential duty-free entry for up to 4,800 products from 129 designated beneficiary countries and territories, proactively. Legislative efforts include advocating for retaining GSP eligibility for importing from India, Indonesia, and Thailand.
Legislative efforts in support of H.R.4318/S.2108, the Miscellaneous Tariff Bill Act of 2018. Expired since 2012, this legislation trims the duties on more than 1,700 imports deemed not to pose a competitive threat to U.S. producers. It implements a final set of recommendations released in August by the U.S. International Trade Commission for the products, following a move by Congress last year to revise the MTB process when they passed the American Manufacturing Competitiveness Act of 2016. During expiration, businesses have paid billions of dollars of tariffs on products not even made in the U.S. On September 13, 2018, President Trump signed the MTB into law. The MTB suspensions run through the end of 2020. MTB went into effect October 13, 2018.
Legislative efforts in support of S. 3013, legislation introduced by Senator Corker (R-TN) to amend the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 to require congressional approval before the president adjusts imports that are determined to threaten to impair national security. Article I of the Constitution assigns the Congress exclusive authority to regulate foreign trade and levy taxes, including tariffs. U.S. business and agriculture communities are deeply concerned that the presidents unrestricted imposition of tariffs may not be in the national interest.
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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Leigh |
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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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AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS
25. Add the following affiliated organization(s)
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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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