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LOBBYING REPORT |
Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (Section 5) - All Filers Are Required to Complete This Page
2. Address
| Address1 | 1310 North Courthouse Road, Suite 700 |
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| City | Arlington |
State | VA |
Zip Code | 22201 |
Country | USA |
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5. Senate ID# 401103225-12
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6. House ID# 425130000
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| TYPE OF REPORT | 8. Year | 2016 |
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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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 |
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| Signature | Digitally Signed By: Victor E Bernson Jr. |
Date | 7/20/2016 5:17:52 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 BUD
16. Specific lobbying issues
Supported HR 4884 Curbing lifeline Act
Supported Price End Executive Overreach Act
Supported FDA Deeming Authority Clarification ACT (H.R. 2058)
Opposed NDAA Reauthorization (H.R. 4909)
Supported Houses Financial Services Spending Bill (H.R. 5485)
Meeting with Representative Scott Tipton (Chief of Staff) to discuss Financial Services Reform
Meeting with Representative Messers Office (Policy Advisor) to discuss Financial Services
Meeting with Representative Dave Schweikarts to discuss Ex-Im Bank
Meeting with Senator Shelbys Office (Legislative Assistant) to discuss Appropriations and Ex-Im Bank
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
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 |
Chrissy |
Harbin |
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Thomas |
Fletcher |
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Jason |
Bauknecht |
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Akash |
Chougule |
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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
Opposed Cassidy Contact Lens Bill (S. 2777)
Supported restoring Access to Medication Act of 2015 (H.R. 1270)
Supported Rep. Jenkins for Legislation in Support of HSAs (H.R. 1270)
Meeting with Representative Jeff Fortenberrys Office (Chief of Staff) to discuss Healthcare
Meeting with Representative Boustanys Office (Chief of Staff) to discuss Healthcare reform
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
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 |
Chrissy |
Harbin |
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Thomas |
Fletcher |
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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 LBR
16. Specific lobbying issues
Supported Alexander CRA Resolution on DOL Overtime Rule (H.J. Res. 95)
Opposed Obamas Overreaching Labor Regulations (H.J. Res 88)
Meeting with Ted McCann to discuss DOL OvertimeRule
Meeting with Representative Mark Walkers Office to discuss Employee Right Act (H.R. 3222)
Meeting with Representative Ron DeSantis Office (Chief of Staff)to discuss Employee Right Act(H.R. 3222)
Meeting with Senator Pauls Office (Chief of Staff)to discuss Employee Right Act(H.R. 3222)
Meeting with Representative Duffys Office (Deputy Chief of Staff) to discuss Employee Rights Act(H.R. 3222)
Meeting with Senator Crapos Office (Legislative Director and Policy Advisor) to discuss Employee Rights Act and Occupational Licensing (S. 1874)
Meeting with Representative Rooneys Office (Legislative Correspondent) Employee Rights Act and state chapter (S. 1874)
Meeting with Representative Tom Cole (Chief of Staff) Employee Rights Act and State Chapter
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
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 |
Jason |
Bauknecht |
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Chrissy |
Harbin |
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Thomas |
Fletcher |
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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
Supported Congress is Right to Keep Green Energy Riders Off the FAA Bill (H.R. 636)
Meeting with Matt Shafleto discussHouse Natural Resources
Meeting with Rep. Curbelo Chief of Staff and Roy Milan Schultheis to discuss Carbon Tax
Meeting with Mark Truman (COS for Rep. Cramer in ND) to discuss energy issues
Meeting with Senator Dan Coatess Office (Chief of Staff) to discuss FAA re-authorization(H.R. 636)
Meeting with Representative John Klines Officeto discuss FAA re-authorization (H.R. 4721)
Meeting with Representative Lamar Smiths Office (Chief of Staff)to discuss FAA
re-authorization(H.R. 4721)
Meeting with Senator Daines Office (Chief of Staff and Legislative Director)to discuss
FAA re-authorization(H.R. 4721)
Meeting with Senator Toomeys Office (Chief of Staff, Legislative Director, Legislative Assistant) to
discuss Renewable Fuel Standard
Meeting with Representative Jenkins Office (Legislative Director and Chief of Staff) to discuss
Ozone Rule, EPA, and other energy related issues
Meeting with Representative Joyces Office (Chief of Staff and Director of Operations) to discuss
Energy issues (coal)
Meeting with Representative Ross Office (Deputy Chief of Staff) to discuss Energy and
Workforce Committee
Meeting with Representative Newhouses Office (Chief of Staff) to discuss Natural Resources
Committee
Meeting with Representative Goodlattes Office (Legislative Director and Legislative
Assistant) to discuss Renewable Fuel Standard
Meeting with Rep. Mckinley (Chief of Staff) to discuss Energy Issues
Supported NDAA AMENDMENTS 245 & 87
Supported H.R. 4775, H.Con. Res. 89 & 112
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
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 |
Jason |
Bauknecht |
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Chrissy |
Harbin |
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Thomas |
Fletcher |
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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 EDU
16. Specific lobbying issues
Opposed DOL Fiduciary Rule and SOAR Reauthorization (H.J. Res 88, H.R. 4901)
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
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 |
Chrissy |
Harbin |
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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
Supported Override Veto of H.J. Res 88
Meeting with Representative Emmers Office (Chief of Staff)to discuss tax extenders
Meeting with Senator Morans Office (Chief of Staff)to discuss tax extenders
Meeting with House Ways and Means Committee (Deputy Staff Director, Committee Staff, and Coalitions Staff) to discuss Tax Reform and Taskforce Reports Lobby
Meeting with Representative Marino to discuss Internet Sales Tax
Meeting with Representative Renaccis Office (Chief of Staff) to discuss Tax Reform
Meeting with Representative Noems Office (Chief of Staff) to discuss State Chapter and Tax Reform
Meeting with Representative Pompeos Office (Chief of Staff) to discuss FAA Tax Extenders
Opposed Green Tax Extenders Amendments
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
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 |
Thomas |
Fletcher |
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Chrissy |
Harbin |
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Jason |
Bauknecht |
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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 BAN
16. Specific lobbying issues
Meeting with Representative Dave Schweikarts to discuss Ex-Im Bank
Meeting with Senator Shelbys Office (Legislative Assistant) to discuss Appropriations and Ex-Im Bank
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
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 |
Thomas |
Fletcher |
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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 AGR
16. Specific lobbying issues
Meeting with Representative Stewarts Office (Legislative Director) to discuss Western Lands issues
Meeting with Rep. Cook (Chief of Staff and Legislative Director) to discuss Western Lands Issues
Meeting with Rep. Zinke (Deputy Chief of Staff) to discuss Western Lands Issues
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
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 |
Thomas |
Fletcher |
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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
Supported Portman Bill placing New Protections Against IRS Audits (S. 2809)
Supported Roskam Schedule B Bill (H.R. 5053)
Meeting with Charles Cogar (Senator Tim Scott's office) regarding Schedule B (H.R. 5053)
Meeting with Representative Walorskis Office (Chief of Staff) to discuss Schedule B(H.R. 5053)
Meeting with Representative Womacks Office (Military Fellow) to discuss Schedule B (H.R. 5053)
Meeting with Senator Ben Sasses Office (Chief of Staff and Legislative Director)- to discuss 2016 Legislative and Schedule B (H.R. 5053)
Meeting with Representative Rothfus Office (Chief of Staff) to discuss 2016 Prioritiesand Schedule B (H.R. 5053)
17. House(s) of Congress and Federal agencies Check if None
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 |
Chrissy |
Harbin |
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Jason |
Bauknecht |
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Thomas |
Fletcher |
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19. Interest of each foreign entity in the specific issues listed on line 16 above Check if None
Information Update Page - Complete ONLY where registration information has changed.
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22. New General description of client’s business or activities
LOBBYIST UPDATE
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ISSUE UPDATE
24. General lobbying issue that no longer pertains
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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
27. Add the following 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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