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Supportive of H.R. 2203: Innovative FEED Act of 2025; Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act with respect to the regulation of zootechnical animal food substances. 10. Supports H.R. 3732 and S. 1939: The Bring Animals Relief and Kibble (BARK) Act; To provide protections for good faith donations of pet food and supplies. 11. Supports H.R. 3349 and S. 1725: The Healthy Dog Importation Act (HDIA); To amend the Animal Health Protection Act with respect to the importation of live dogs to address the current gaps in oversight and prioritizes the prevention of disease introduction from imported dogs that threatens both animal and public health. Supports the inclusion of HDIA and several additional animal‑health measures in H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (the Farm Bill). 12. Concerned about the United States vitamin manufacturing is nearly non-existent, leaving it reliant on imports from China which dominates global vitamin manufacturing. 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Supportive of Congress and the Trump Administration ensuring that suitable supplies of the critical fats and oils remain available for human and petfood consumption, outside of the biofuels industry. 4. Asks EPA to consider partnering with USDA to conduct a thorough analysis of the impact of the use of renewable fuels on the price and supply of agricultural commodities and food prices. 5. Continue to be concerned about the significant increase in biomass-based diesel (BBD) volume requirements in EPAs proposed Renewable Fuel Standards for 2026 and 2027 along with the new proposal to cut the Renewable Identification Numbers (RIN) in half for imported renewable fuels and feedstocks in 2028. 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Supports the workforce needed to ensure that FDA and USDA to operate efficiently and regulate product submissions in a timely manner for FY2027: - $27 million for the USDA Center for Veterinary Biologics (CVB) to maintain the Centers ability to review & approve veterinary biologics and vaccines to bring these products to market. - $34 million in user fees established by the Animal Drug User Fee Act (ADUFA). - $5 million for safety of post approval products including global harmonization, pharmacovigilance and unapproved drugs, with a specific request of an increase of $2 million for CVM specific technology enhancements for animal health pharmacovigilance. - $147.1 million for the Pesticides Licensing Program within the Environmental Programs and Management Account. - $4.9 million for the U.S. Codex Office. - $33 million for the USDAs Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Wildlife Services National Rabies Management Program (NRMP). 7. Supports H.R. 8646: Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agency Appropriations Act of 2027. 8. Concerned about the proposed merger between Union Pacific Railroad and Norfolk Southern Railroad and urges the US Congress to ensure the Surface Transportation Board conducts a comprehensive and rigorous review of the proposed merger as Congress considers funding in the FY2027 Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriations Act.","foreign_entity_issues":"","lobbyists":[{"lobbyist":{"id":98812,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"ATALIE","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"EBERSOLE","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Executive Assistant, Rep. 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Supports H.R. 597: The Pet Food Uniform Regulatory Reform Act of 2025; To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to clarify and update the authority of the Food and Drug Administration to ensure national uniformity in the regulation of the labels, labeling, and advertising of companion animal pet food. 4. Opposes federal mandates or incentives promoting renewable fuel production that use essential animal- and plant-based fats and oils necessary for complete and balanced nutrition in pet food formulations. 5. Supports general efforts to prevent diseases, like High Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), African Swine Fever (ASF) and New World Screwworm (NWS) in the United States. 6. Supports general efforts to keep companion animals safe and healthy, specifically H.R. 237: Paws Off Act of 2025; Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to deem foods containing xylitol as misbranded unless the label or labeling of such foods contains a warning specifying the toxic effects of xylitol for dogs if ingested. 7. Supports H.R. 2253: Puppy Protection Act of 2025; Requires the Department of Agriculture to expand standards that govern the humane handling, care, treatment, and transportation of animals to include new requirements for commercial dog dealers. Specifically, the standards must require dog dealers to provide to dogs. 8. Supportive of H.R. 1842: People and Animals Well-being Act of 2025; Amends the IRS Code of 1986 to allow certain veterinary expenses for pets and service animals to be treated as amounts paid for medical care for purposes of a health savings account or flexible savings account. 9. Supportive of H.R. 2203: Innovative FEED Act of 2025; Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act with respect to the regulation of zootechnical animal food substances. 10. Supports H.R. 3732 and S. 1939: The Bring Animals Relief and Kibble (BARK) Act; To provide protections for good faith donations of pet food and supplies. 11. Supports H.R. 3349 and S. 1725: The Healthy Dog Importation Act (HDIA); To amend the Animal Health Protection Act with respect to the importation of live dogs to address the current gaps in oversight and prioritizes the prevention of disease introduction from imported dogs that threatens both animal and public health. Supports the inclusion of HDIA and several additional animal‑health measures in H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (the Farm Bill). 12. Concerned about the United States vitamin manufacturing is nearly non-existent, leaving it reliant on imports from China which dominates global vitamin manufacturing. This action has created a dependency that poses a significant threat to our national food security, agricultural community, and public health. Supports Congressional efforts and the Trump Administration to lessen the overreliance on China for the production of critical nutrients that are essential to both human health and animal agriculture. 13. Provided public comments on the nutritional needs of breeding female dogs and the importance of socialization and exercise for canine welfare.","foreign_entity_issues":"","lobbyists":[{"lobbyist":{"id":98812,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"ATALIE","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"EBERSOLE","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Executive Assistant, Rep. 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General interest in transportation issues related to pet food manufacturing and other agriculture stakeholders, including efforts to alleviate any export shipping challenges. 2. Supports efforts to advance transportation and infrastructure polices for truck, rail, waterways and ports that will enhance the efficient and cost-effective transport of agricultural and food products, including pet food. 3. Supports HR 8870: Building Unrivaled Infrastructure and Long-term Development for America's 250th Act or the BUILD America 250 Act, which authorizes federal surface transportation (highway, public transportation, and rail) programs and activities through FY2031.","foreign_entity_issues":"","lobbyists":[{"lobbyist":{"id":98812,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"ATALIE","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"EBERSOLE","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Executive Assistant, Rep. 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Supportive of Congress and the Trump Administration ensuring that suitable supplies of the critical fats and oils remain available for human and petfood consumption, outside of the biofuels industry. 4. Asks EPA to consider partnering with USDA to conduct a thorough analysis of the impact of the use of renewable fuels on the price and supply of agricultural commodities and food prices. 5. Continue to be concerned about the significant increase in biomass-based diesel (BBD) volume requirements in EPAs Renewable Fuel Standards for 2026 and 2027 along with the new proposal to cut the Renewable Identification Numbers (RIN) in half for imported renewable fuels and feedstocks in 2028. Respectfully requests that the EPA carefully consider the competition of limited resources for food, feed, and fuel in the United States as they start working on the RFS for 2028 and beyond.","foreign_entity_issues":"","lobbyists":[{"lobbyist":{"id":98812,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"ATALIE","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"EBERSOLE","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Executive Assistant, Rep. Jo Ann Emerson","new":false}],"government_entities":[{"id":23,"name":"Agriculture, Dept of (USDA)"},{"id":49,"name":"Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)"},{"id":2,"name":"HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES"},{"id":18,"name":"Office of Management & Budget (OMB)"},{"id":9,"name":"President of the U.S."},{"id":1,"name":"SENATE"}]},{"general_issue_code":"TAR","general_issue_code_display":"Tariff (miscellaneous tariff bills)","description":"1. Interest in general tariff issues affecting pet food manufacturers. 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Concerned about the proposed merger between Union Pacific Railroad and Norfolk Southern Railroad and urges the US Congress to ensure the Surface Transportation Board conducts a comprehensive and rigorous review of the proposed merger as Congress considers funding in the FY2027 Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriations Act. 4. Supports HR 8870: Building Unrivaled Infrastructure and Long-term Development for America's 250th Act or the BUILD America 250 Act, which authorizes federal surface transportation (highway, public transportation, and rail) programs and activities through FY2031.","foreign_entity_issues":"","lobbyists":[{"lobbyist":{"id":98812,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"ATALIE","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"EBERSOLE","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Executive Assistant, Rep. 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H.R. 6398, the Reducing and Eliminating Duplicative Environmental Regulations Act - Support The RED Tape Act would eliminate the mandate that the Environmental Protection Agency review a project already subject to environmental review under the National Environmental Policy Act. H.R. 6409, the Foreign Emissions and Nonattainment Clarification for Economic Stability Act - Support The FENCES Act would protect manufacturing investment here in the United States by preventing emissions from outside the US from being used in calculations that determine the issuance of a permit. Rebalance Regulations that are driving up costs and undermining manufacturing competitiveness including need to revise the Environmental Protection Agencys PM2.5. Prove It Act of 2025 - H.R.1163/ S. 495 - Support bill to ease regulatory burden on small manufacturers by requiring agencies to evaluate impact on and consider input from small businesses throughout the regulation process. 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Supports general efforts to keep companion animals safe and healthy, specifically H.R. 237: Paws Off Act of 2025; Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to deem foods containing xylitol as misbranded unless the label or labeling of such foods contains a warning specifying the toxic effects of xylitol for dogs if ingested. 7. Supports H.R. 2253: Puppy Protection Act of 2025; Requires the Department of Agriculture to expand standards that govern the humane handling, care, treatment, and transportation of animals to include new requirements for commercial dog dealers. Specifically, the standards must require dog dealers to provide to dogs. 8. Supports H.R. 1842: People and Animals Well-being (PAW) Act of 2025; Amends the IRS Code of 1986 to allow certain veterinary expenses for pets and service animals to be treated as amounts paid for medical care for purposes of a health savings account or flexible savings account. 9. Supports H.R. 2203: Innovative FEED Act of 2025; Amends the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act with respect to the regulation of zootechnical animal food substances. 10. Supports H.R. 3732 and S. 1939: The Bring Animals Relief and Kibble (BARK) Act; To provide protections for good faith donations of pet food and supplies. 11. Supports H.R. 3349 and S. 1725: The Healthy Dog Importation Act (HDIA); To amend the Animal Health Protection Act with respect to the importation of live dogs to address the current gaps in oversight and prioritizes the prevention of disease introduction from imported dogs that threatens both animal and public health. Supports the inclusion of HDIA and several additional animal‑health measures in H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (the Farm Bill). 12. Concerned about the United States vitamin manufacturing is nearly non-existent, leaving it reliant on imports from China which dominates global vitamin manufacturing. This action has created a dependency that poses a significant threat to our national food security, agricultural community, and public health. Supports Congressional efforts and the Trump Administration to lessen the overreliance on China for the production of critical nutrients that are essential to both human health and animal agriculture. 13. Provided public comments on the nutritional needs of breeding female dogs and the importance of socialization and exercise for canine welfare.","foreign_entity_issues":"","lobbyists":[{"lobbyist":{"id":98812,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"ATALIE","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"EBERSOLE","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Executive Assistant, Rep. Jo Ann Emerson","new":false},{"lobbyist":{"id":142564,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"BETSY","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"FLORES","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Dir, Research and Promotion Programs, USDA AMS; Dep Dir, Ag Affairs, USTR; Dep Chief of Staff, USDA APHIS Veterinary Services","new":false}],"government_entities":[{"id":23,"name":"Agriculture, Dept of (USDA)"},{"id":49,"name":"Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)"},{"id":135,"name":"Food & Drug Administration (FDA)"},{"id":2,"name":"HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES"},{"id":18,"name":"Office of Management & Budget (OMB)"},{"id":9,"name":"President of the U.S."},{"id":1,"name":"SENATE"},{"id":22,"name":"U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)"}]},{"general_issue_code":"TRA","general_issue_code_display":"Transportation","description":"1. General interest in transportation issues related to pet food manufacturing and other agriculture stakeholders, including efforts to alleviate any export shipping challenges. 2. Supports efforts to advance transportation and infrastructure polices for truck, rail, waterways and ports that will enhance the efficient and cost-effective transport of agricultural and food products, including pet food. 3. Supports HR 8870: Building Unrivaled Infrastructure and Long-term Development for America's 250th Act or the BUILD America 250 Act, which authorizes federal surface transportation (highway, public transportation, and rail) programs and activities through FY2031; and supports preserving the gross vehicle weight (GVW) pilot program included in the BUILD America 250 Act.","foreign_entity_issues":"","lobbyists":[{"lobbyist":{"id":98812,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"ATALIE","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"EBERSOLE","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Executive Assistant, Rep. Jo Ann Emerson","new":false}],"government_entities":[{"id":2,"name":"HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES"},{"id":1,"name":"SENATE"}]},{"general_issue_code":"TRU","general_issue_code_display":"Trucking/Shipping","description":"1. General interest in trucking/shipping issues or other supply chain challenges that continue to affect pet food manufacturers and other agriculture stakeholders. 2. Supports general efforts to advance transportation and infrastructure polices for truck, rail, waterways and ports that will enhance the efficient and cost-effective transport of agricultural and food products, including pet food.","foreign_entity_issues":"","lobbyists":[{"lobbyist":{"id":98812,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"ATALIE","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"EBERSOLE","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Executive Assistant, Rep. Jo Ann Emerson","new":false}],"government_entities":[{"id":2,"name":"HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES"},{"id":1,"name":"SENATE"}]},{"general_issue_code":"FOO","general_issue_code_display":"Food Industry (safety, labeling, etc.)","description":"1. General interest in the ingredients used in pet food, and modernizing the outdated regulatory processes for pet food and pet food products. 2. Supports H.R. 597: The Pet Food Uniform Regulatory Reform (PURR) Act of 2025; To amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to clarify and update the authority of the Food and Drug Administration to ensure national uniformity in the regulation of the labels, labeling, and advertising of companion animal pet food. 3. Supports HR 6832: The Packaging and Claims Knowledge (PACK) Act: To amend the Federal Trade Commission Act to include requirements for recyclable, compostable, and reusable claims for packaging for a consumer product. 4. Supports a science-based federal framework for ingredient review, safety, and labeling; urges Congress to pursue bipartisan food policy reforms that strengthen consumer confidence, preserve food affordability, and maintain a safe, reliable, and secure national food supply.","foreign_entity_issues":"","lobbyists":[{"lobbyist":{"id":98812,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"ATALIE","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"EBERSOLE","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Executive Assistant, Rep. Jo Ann Emerson","new":false},{"lobbyist":{"id":142564,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"BETSY","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"FLORES","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Dir, Research and Promotion Programs, USDA AMS; Dep Dir, Ag Affairs, USTR; Dep Chief of Staff, USDA APHIS Veterinary Services","new":false}],"government_entities":[{"id":135,"name":"Food & Drug Administration (FDA)"},{"id":2,"name":"HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES"},{"id":1,"name":"SENATE"}]},{"general_issue_code":"FUE","general_issue_code_display":"Fuel/Gas/Oil","description":"1. Opposed to mandating or encouraging the use of feedstocks such as animal- and plant-based fats and oils that are historically used in human and pet food, as a significant source of renewable fuels. 2. Opposed to government mandates and tax credits promoting the expansion of renewable diesel. 3. Supportive of Congress and the Trump Administration ensuring that suitable supplies of the critical fats and oils remain available for human and petfood consumption, outside of the biofuels industry. 4. Asks EPA to consider partnering with USDA to conduct a thorough analysis of the impact of the use of renewable fuels on the price and supply of agricultural commodities and food prices. 5. Continue to be concerned about the significant increase in biomass-based diesel (BBD) volume requirements in EPAs Renewable Fuel Standards for 2026 and 2027 along with the proposal to cut the Renewable Identification Numbers (RIN) in half for imported renewable fuels and feedstocks in 2028. Respectfully requests that the EPA carefully consider the competition of limited resources for food, feed, and fuel in the United States as they start working on the RFS for 2028 and beyond.","foreign_entity_issues":"","lobbyists":[{"lobbyist":{"id":98812,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"ATALIE","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"EBERSOLE","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Executive Assistant, Rep. Jo Ann Emerson","new":false}],"government_entities":[{"id":23,"name":"Agriculture, Dept of (USDA)"},{"id":49,"name":"Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)"},{"id":2,"name":"HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES"},{"id":18,"name":"Office of Management & Budget (OMB)"},{"id":9,"name":"President of the U.S."},{"id":1,"name":"SENATE"}]},{"general_issue_code":"TAR","general_issue_code_display":"Tariff (miscellaneous tariff bills)","description":"1. Interest in general tariff issues affecting pet food manufacturers. Specifically supports suspending, reducing, or eliminating tariffs which hinder food and agriculture exports. 2. Supports the Trump Administrations objectives of safeguarding national security and promoting American manufacturing but concerned about the Section 232 steel and aluminum Inclusions Process. 3. General concerns with the tariff authority for secondary sanctions included in HR 5334: the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act and Iran Act of 2026, specifically that our European allies might impose retaliatory tariffs against U.S. exports, including agriculture.","foreign_entity_issues":"","lobbyists":[{"lobbyist":{"id":98812,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"ATALIE","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"EBERSOLE","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Executive Assistant, Rep. Jo Ann Emerson","new":false},{"lobbyist":{"id":142564,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"BETSY","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"FLORES","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Dir, Research and Promotion Programs, USDA AMS; Dep Dir, Ag Affairs, USTR; Dep Chief of Staff, USDA APHIS Veterinary Services","new":false}],"government_entities":[{"id":107,"name":"Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS)"},{"id":24,"name":"Commerce, Dept of (DOC)"},{"id":2,"name":"HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES"},{"id":9,"name":"President of the U.S."},{"id":1,"name":"SENATE"},{"id":22,"name":"U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)"}]},{"general_issue_code":"MAR","general_issue_code_display":"Marine/Maritime/Boating/Fisheries","description":"1. General interest in shipping issues or other supply chain challenges affecting pet food manufacturers and other agriculture stakeholders. 2. Supports efforts to advance transportation and infrastructure polices for truck, rail, waterways and ports that will enhance the efficient and cost-effective transport of agricultural and food products, including pet food. 3. Supports the passage of H.R. 4294: The Mitigation Action and Watermen Support (MAWS) Act of 2025. Directs the Secretary of Commerce to establish a pilot program with respect to the sale of blue catfish caught within the Chesapeake Bay Watershed. 4. Supports the U.S. Trade Representative extending the delay of the Section 301 vessel fees before the current suspension expires on Nov 9, 2026.","foreign_entity_issues":"","lobbyists":[{"lobbyist":{"id":98812,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"ATALIE","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"EBERSOLE","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Executive Assistant, Rep. Jo Ann Emerson","new":false}],"government_entities":[{"id":23,"name":"Agriculture, Dept of (USDA)"},{"id":2,"name":"HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES"},{"id":1,"name":"SENATE"},{"id":22,"name":"U.S. Trade Representative (USTR)"}]},{"general_issue_code":"RRR","general_issue_code_display":"Railroads","description":"1. Support efforts to advance transportation and infrastructure polices for truck, rail, waterways and ports that will enhance the efficient and cost-effective transport of agricultural and food products, including pet food. 2. Support federal lawmakers pursuing targeted, data-driven improvements to rail safety while avoiding concerning provisions contained in the Railway Safety Act (RSA) that could unintentionally disrupt agricultural supply chains. 3. Concerned about the proposed merger between Union Pacific Railroad and Norfolk Southern Railroad and urges the US Congress to ensure the Surface Transportation Board conducts a comprehensive and rigorous review of the proposed merger as Congress considers funding in the FY2027 Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Appropriations Act. 4. Supports HR 8870: Building Unrivaled Infrastructure and Long-term Development for America's 250th Act or the BUILD America 250 Act, which authorizes federal surface transportation (highway, public transportation, and rail) programs and activities through FY2031.","foreign_entity_issues":"","lobbyists":[{"lobbyist":{"id":98812,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"ATALIE","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"EBERSOLE","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Executive Assistant, Rep. Jo Ann Emerson","new":false}],"government_entities":[{"id":23,"name":"Agriculture, Dept of (USDA)"},{"id":2,"name":"HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES"},{"id":1,"name":"SENATE"}]},{"general_issue_code":"TAX","general_issue_code_display":"Taxation/Internal Revenue Code","description":"1. Supportive of H.R. 1842: People and Animals Well-being (PAW) Act of 2025; Amends the IRS Code of 1986 to allow certain veterinary expenses for pets and service animals to be treated as amounts paid for medical care for purposes of a health savings account or flexible savings account. 2. Supportive of S. 1163 and H.R. 2398: Rural Veterinary Workforce Act; Amends the IRS Code of 1986 to provide for an exclusion for assistance provided to participants in certain veterinary student loan repayment or forgiveness programs. 3. Opposed to government mandates and tax credits promoting the expansion of renewable diesel.","foreign_entity_issues":"","lobbyists":[{"lobbyist":{"id":98812,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"ATALIE","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"EBERSOLE","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Executive Assistant, Rep. Jo Ann Emerson","new":false}],"government_entities":[{"id":49,"name":"Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)"},{"id":2,"name":"HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES"},{"id":18,"name":"Office of Management & Budget (OMB)"},{"id":1,"name":"SENATE"}]},{"general_issue_code":"ENV","general_issue_code_display":"Environment/Superfund","description":"1. Supports HR 6832: the Packaging and Claims Knowledge (PACK) Act: To amend the Federal Trade Commission Act to include requirements for recyclable, compostable, and reusable claims for packaging for a consumer product.","foreign_entity_issues":"","lobbyists":[{"lobbyist":{"id":98812,"prefix":null,"prefix_display":null,"first_name":"ATALIE","nickname":null,"middle_name":null,"last_name":"EBERSOLE","suffix":null,"suffix_display":null},"covered_position":"Executive Assistant, Rep. Jo Ann Emerson","new":false}],"government_entities":[{"id":2,"name":"HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES"},{"id":1,"name":"SENATE"}]}],"conviction_disclosures":[],"foreign_entities":[],"affiliated_organizations":[]}]}