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LOBBYING REPORT |
Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (Section 5) - All Filers Are Required to Complete This Page
2. Address
Address1 | 777 6TH STREET, NW, SUITE 200 |
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City | WASHINGTON |
State | DC |
Zip Code | 20001 |
Country | USA |
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5. Senate ID# 4733-12
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6. House ID# 312410000
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TYPE OF REPORT | 8. Year | 2011 |
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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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: Daniel Cohen; General Counsel |
Date | 07/19/2011 |
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
H.R. 658 (FAA Reauthorization and Reform Act of 2011); specific interest in provisions relating to immunity and disclosure of safety information.
S. 223 (FAA Air Transportation Modernization and Safety Improvement Act), specific interest in provisions relating to immunity and disclosure of safety information.
General lobbying relating to disclosure of safety information regarding Freedom of Information Act requests and civil litigation.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, 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 |
Linda |
Lipsen |
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John |
Bowman |
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Chief of Staff; Reps L. Richardson; Wass.-Schultz |
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Sue |
Steinman |
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Julia |
Duncan |
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Ted |
Hutchinson |
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Leg. Asst. Rep. Jacks-Lee; Couns.Rep. Richardson |
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Sarah |
Rooney |
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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
S. 23 (America Invents Act) and H.R. 1249 (Leahy-Smith America Invents Act); specific interest in provisions relating to venue for patent cases and false markings.
H.R. 1056 (Patent Continuing Disclosure Act); to amend federal patent law with respect to false markings.
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 |
Linda |
Lipsen |
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Ted |
Hutchinson |
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Leg. Asst. Rep. Jacks-Lee; Couns.Rep. Richardson |
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John |
Bowman |
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Chief of Staff; Reps L. Richardson; Wass.-Schultz |
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Kate |
deGravelles |
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Leg. Asst. Rep. Melancon |
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
H.R. 1873/S. 987 (Arbitration Fairness Act); to prohibit mandatory binding arbitration in consumer contracts.
(Fairness in Nursing Home Arbitration Act), draft legislation not formally introduced as of 06-30-2011; relating to the use of arbitration agreements to resolve disputes involving nursing home care and nursing home contracts.
H.R.2219 (Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2012); specific interest to the enforcability of mandatory pre-dispute arbitration provisions in the employment contracts of defense contractors.
General lobbying on the issue of enforceability of mandatory, pre-disdpute arbitration provisions in employment and consumer contracts.
(The Foreign Manufacturers Legal Accountability Act), draft legislation not formally introduced as of 06-30-2011; to require foreign manufacturers of products imported into the United States to establish registered agents in the United States who are authorized to accept service of process against such manufacturers, and for other purposes.
Lobbying with regard to the preemption of state causes of action involving drug manufacturers.
Lobbying with regard to corporate accountability for exposure to asbestos and other toxic substances; and with regard to asbestos bankruptcy trusts.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, Government Accountability Office (GAO), Justice - Dept of (DOJ), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), 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 |
Linda |
Lipsen |
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Julia |
Duncan |
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Ted |
Hutchinson |
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Leg. Asst. Rep. Jacks.-Lee; Couns. Rep. Richardson |
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Susan |
Steinman |
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Sarah |
Rooney |
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Kate |
DeGravelles |
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Leg. Asst. Rep. Melancon |
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John |
Bowman |
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Chief of Staff; Reps L. Richardson; Wass.-Schultz |
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Elisabeth |
Stein |
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Couns.; Rep. H. Johnson; Cts & Comp. Subcomm. |
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Jennie |
Rasmussen |
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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
S. 623/H.R. 592 (Sunshine in Litigation Act of 2011); relating to the use of protective orders, sealing of cases, and disclosure of discovery information in federal civil cases.
H.R. 966/S. 533 (Lawsuit Abuse Reduction Act of 2011); to amend Rule 11 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure to make sanctions mandatory.
Lobbying with regard to the restoration of notice pleading in federal courts.
H.R. 394 (Federal Courts Jurisdiction and Venue Clarification Act); to clarify the jurisdiction of the federal courts, and for other purposes.
S. 299/ H.R. 10 (Regulations From the Executive in Need of Scrutiny Act of 2011); to provide that major rules of the executive branch shall have no force or effect unless a joint resolution of approval is enacted into law.
H.R 1517 (Holly Lynn James Act); specific interest in the legal remedies available to active duty and retired military personnel who are victims of sexual assault and harrassment.
Lobbying with regard to relator fees and disclosure requirements in whistleblower actions under the False Claims Act.
Lobbying with regard to certification of class actions.
(Protecting the Expression and Transmission of Ideas and Thoughts in Our Nation Act), draft bill not formally introduced as of 6-30-2011; to establish special motions and procedures to quickly dispose of strategic lawsuits against public participation.
Lobbying with regard to federal judicial selection generally; not specific to any nominated candidate.
Lobbying with regard to US attorney selection generally; and lobbying with specific interest in the nomination of George Beck to the Middle District of Alabama.
Lobbying with regard to the rulemaking process as required under the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, White House Office, Justice - Dept of (DOJ)
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 |
Linda |
Lipsen |
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Susan |
Steinman |
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John |
Bowman |
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Chief of Staff; Reps L. Richardson; Wass.-Schultz |
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Julia |
Duncan |
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Ted |
Hutchinson |
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Leg. Asst. Rep. Jacks.-Lee; Couns. Rep. Richardson |
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Kate |
DeGravelles |
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Leg. Asst. Rep. Melancon |
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Jennie |
Rasmussen |
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Sarah |
Rooney |
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Elisabeth |
Stein |
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Couns.; Rep. H. Johnson; Cts & Comp. Subcomm. |
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
H.R. 1063 (Strengthening Medicare And Repaying Taxpayers Act of 2011); to amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act with respect to the application of Medicare secondary payer rules for certain claims.
Lobbying with regard to the efficiency of compensating patients suffering vaccine-related injuries under the National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program.
Lobbying with regard to Medicare set-asides for claimant related medical expenses.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, Centers For Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), 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 |
Linda |
Lipsen |
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Susan |
Steinman |
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Sarah |
Rooney |
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Kate |
DeGravelles |
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Leg.Asst.Rep. Melancon |
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Ted |
Hutchinson |
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Leg.Asst.Rep.Jacks.-Lee;Couns.Rep.Richardson |
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Jennie |
Rasmussen |
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Elisabeth |
Stein |
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Couns.; Rep. H. Johnson; Cts & Comp. Subcomm. |
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John |
Bowman |
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Chief of Staff; Reps L. Richardson; Wass.-Schultz |
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Julia |
Duncan |
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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
Lobbying with regard to the deduction of attorney-advanced expenses and court costs in contigency fee cases.
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 |
Linda |
Lipsen |
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Julia |
Duncan |
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John |
Bowman |
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COS-Reps. L Richardson and D. WassermanSchultz |
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 TOR
16. Specific lobbying issues
S. 218/H.R. 5 (Help Efficient, Accessible, Low-cost, Timely Healthcare Act of 2011); to set conditions for lawsuits arising from health care liability claims regarding health care goods or services or any medical product affecting interstate commerce.
Lobbying with regard to medical malpractice reform proposals generally.
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, U.S. SENATE, 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 |
Linda |
Lipsen |
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Susan |
Steinman |
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John |
Bowman |
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Chief of Staff; Reps L. Richardson; Wass.-Schultz |
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Julia |
Duncan |
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Ted |
Hutchinson |
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Leg. Asst. Rep. Jacks.-Lee; Couns. Rep. Richardson |
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Jennie |
Rasmussen |
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Kate |
DeGravelles |
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Leg. Asst. Rep. Melancon |
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Elisabeth |
Stein |
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Couns.; Rep. H. Johnson; Cts & Comp. Subcomm. |
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Sarah |
Rooney |
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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. 304 (no short title); to amend the limitation on liability for certain passenger rail accidents or incidents under section 28103 of title 49, United States Code, and for other purposes.
S. 453/ H.R. 873 (Motorcoach Enhanced Safety Act); to improve the safety of motorcoaches, and for other purposes.
(Competition for Intercity Rail Passenger in America), draft legislation not formally introduced as of 6-30-2011; specific interest in liability implications of Amtrak privitization.
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 |
Linda |
Lipsen |
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John |
Bowman |
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Chief of Staff; Reps L. Richardson; Wass.-Schultz |
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Ted |
Hutchinson |
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Leg. Asst. Rep. Jacks-Lee; Couns.Rep. Richardson |
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Sarah |
Rooney |
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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 MAR
16. Specific lobbying issues
S. 183 (Deepwater Horizon Survivors' Fairness Act); to clarify the applicability of certain maritime laws with respect to the blowout and explosion of the mobile offshore drilling unit Deepwater Horizon.
S.608 (Maritime Lien Reform Act of 2011); to bar specified federal laws related to maritime liability from establishing maritime liens on state or federal fishing licenses and authorizing civil actions to enforce maritime liens on such licenses.
General lobbying with regard to the enforcability of maritime liens on fishing licenses or permits.
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 |
Linda |
Lipsen |
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Susan |
Steinman |
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John |
Bowman |
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Chief of Staff; Reps L. Richardson; Wass.-Schultz |
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Jennie |
Rasmussen |
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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 HOM
16. Specific lobbying issues
S. 968 (Preventing Real Online Threats to Economic Creativity and Theft of Intellectual Property Act of 2011); specific interest in limitations of liability and preemption of state based causes of action.
S. 813 (Cyber Security Public Awareness Act of 2011); specific interest in limitations of liability and preemption of state based causes of action.
S. 413 (Cybersecurity and Internet Freedom Act of 2011); specific interest in limitations of liability and preemption of state based causes of action.
(Department of Homeland Security Cybersecurity Authority and Information Sharing Act), draft legislation not formally introduced as of 06-30-2011; specific interest in limitations of liability and preemption of state based causes of action.
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 |
Linda |
Lipsen |
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John |
Bowman |
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Chief of Staff; Reps L. Richardson; Wass.-Schultz |
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Ted |
Hutchinson |
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Leg. Asst. Rep. Jacks-Lee; Couns.Rep. Richardson |
19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
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AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS
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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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