ETSY, INC. for ETSY
What was lobbied
10 issue areas, each in the filer's own words, with who lobbied on it and where.
Trade (domestic/foreign) TRD
Issues related to enabling small and microbusinesses to export their goods, including de minimis customs exemptions, trade facilitation, simplification and harmonization of customs and duties requirements, and digital trade issues that enable platforms to offer services globally, such as intermediary liability protections and digital service taxes.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| ANGELA HOOKS New | — |
| JEFFREY ZUBRICKI New | Professional staff, U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation |
Taxation/Internal Revenue Code TAX
Advocated for tax simplification and meaningful exemptions for small and micro businesses and opportunities to build greater economic and financial security for the self employed. New 1099K reporting requirements and implications for the self-employed and micro businesses: SNOOP Act; Saving Gig Economy Taxpayers Act; and Red Tape Reduction Act.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| ANGELA HOOKS New | — |
| JEFFREY ZUBRICKI New | Professional staff, U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation |
Health Issues HCR
Supported efforts to provide portable benefits to independent workers and the self-employed. Promoted caregiving provisions including paid family and medical leave, paid parental leave, an expanded child tax credit and access to affordable childcare.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| ANGELA HOOKS New | — |
| JEFFREY ZUBRICKI New | Professional staff, U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation |
Telecommunications TEC
N/A
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| JEFFREY ZUBRICKI | Professional Staff US Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee |
Copyright/Patent/Trademark CPT
Advocated on issues related to third party marketplace liability, copyright and trademark infringement and issues related to intermediary liability. Shared information on Section 512 of the DMCA and opportunities to improve protections for small creators. Raised concerns for how SHOP SAFE Act would negatively impact small creators.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| ANGELA HOOKS | — |
| JEFFREY ZUBRICKI New | Professional staff, U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation |
Computer Industry CPI
Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act and online child safety. Shared relevant information with policy makers about Etsys approach to setting and enforcing policies, as well as content moderation tools and strategies, to inform policy discussions related to platform responsibility and liability.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| ANGELA HOOKS New | — |
| JEFFREY ZUBRICKI New | Professional staff, U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation |
Small Business SMB
Supported efforts to ensure microbusinesses and businesses had access to affordable childcare, an expanded child tax credit, paid parental leave, paid family and medical leave, portable benefits and expanded EITC.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| ANGELA HOOKS New | — |
| JEFFREY ZUBRICKI New | Professional staff, U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation |
Postal POS
Advocated for appropriate funding and sensible electrification of USPS fleet to ensure this vital service remains affordable, sustainable and reliable for Etsy sellers.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| ANGELA HOOKS New | — |
| JEFFREY ZUBRICKI New | Professional staff, U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation |
Consumer Issues/Safety/Products CSP
Shared relevant information with policy makers about Etsy's approach to setting and enforcing trust and safety policies, to inform policy discussions related to platform responsibility, the sale of counterfeit products on third party marketplaces and product liability. Country of Origin Online Labeling Act.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| ANGELA HOOKS New | — |
| JEFFREY ZUBRICKI New | Professional staff. U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation |
Arts/Entertainment ART
Bolster policy efforts to enhance the creative economy and development of jobs in the arts by supporting artists, entrepreneurs and workers in their businesses, accessing federal resources and funding, and by expanding their networks with local communities.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| ANGELA HOOKS New | — |
| JEFFREY ZUBRICKI | Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee - Professional Staff |
Shown as published by the Senate Office of Public Records and the House Clerk under the Lobbying Disclosure Act. The official filing is the record; open it for the full form.