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Versions of this report
Every filing the register holds for this firm, client and period, oldest first. The most recent one is the version LegiList counts.
| Filing | Filed | Amount | Counted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Quarter - Report | Apr 20, 2018 | $2,109,000 | Replaced |
| 1st Quarter - Amendment (this page) | Apr 20, 2018 | $2,190,000 | Yes |
What was lobbied
15 issue areas, each in the filer's own words, with who lobbied on it and where.
Housing HOU
Discussed healthy aging in your home and shared housing issues. Discussed discrimination in housing. Discussed accessory dwellings.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID CERTNER | — |
| LAKEESHIA A FOX New | N/A |
| NANCY LEAMOND | — |
| CRISTINA MARTIN FIRVIDA | — |
| JOYCE A ROGERS | — |
Financial Institutions/Investments/Securities FIN
Discussed support for the DOL Fiduciary rule. Discussed the Security and Exchange Commissions (SEC) upcoming rulemaking regarding a uniform standard that would apply to both broker-dealers and investment advisers when providing personalized investment advice to retail customers, and expressed support for a strong rule that supports the DOLs existing fiduciary rule. Discussed support for Dodd-Frank regulations related to broad consumer protections and protecting seniors from fraud and financial exploitation. H.R. 3758, Senior Safe Act - Sent a letter of endorsement. S. 2526, Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act of 2018 - Supported Hatch-Wyden legislation to make improvements in private sector retirement plans.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID CERTNER | — |
| JOHN SUMNER CUMMINGS | — |
| BEVERLY GILYARD | — |
| DAWIT KAHSAI | — |
| BLAKE KELLY | — |
| NANCY LEAMOND | — |
| CRISTINA MARTIN FIRVIDA | — |
| JOYCE A ROGERS | — |
| SHANNON M RUSSELL | — |
| MICHELE LESLEY VARNHAGEN | — |
| JASMINE ROSA VASQUEZ | — |
Civil Rights/Civil Liberties CIV
S. 443/H.R. 2650, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. H.R. 620, ADA Education & Reform Act of 2017 - Opposed bill. H.R. 4, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 - Discussed opposition due to mandatory retirement of pilots. H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (H.R. 3267 & S. 1662) Commerce, Science & Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2018, (H.R. 3266 & S. 1609) Energy & Water Appropriation bill for FY 2018 and (H.R.3280) Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of Legal Services Corporation, full funding for Census Bureau American Community Survey and in opposition to policy riders affecting access to the Internet.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID CERTNER | — |
| DEBORAH CHALFIE | — |
| JOHN SUMNER CUMMINGS | — |
| DENISE DEMICHELE-BAILIN | — |
| TIMOTHY JAMES GEARAN | — |
| BEVERLY GILYARD | — |
| NANCY LEAMOND | — |
| CRISTINA MARTIN FIRVIDA | — |
| JOYCE A ROGERS | — |
| SHANNON M RUSSELL | — |
Agriculture AGR
2018 Reauthorization of Farm Bill - Discussed reauthorization and funding of SNAP. (House and Senate)
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID CERTNER | — |
| JOHN SUMNER CUMMINGS | — |
| ROBERT DORSEY | — |
| BEVERLY GILYARD | — |
| NANCY LEAMOND | — |
| MEGAN O'REILLY | — |
| JOYCE A ROGERS | — |
| SHANNON M RUSSELL | — |
| DANIEL WILSON New | Staff Assistant, Senator Charles E. Schumer (1999-2000); Schedule C- Clinton Administration, Public Affairs Officer in the Office of Management and Budget (2000-2001) |
Transportation TRA
S. 1885, AV START Act - Discussed autonomous vehicles and improvements to bill. Discussed traffic safety and older pedestrians. Discussed safe road design for all users of the road. H.R. 4, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 - Discussed opposition due to mandatory retirement of pilots.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DEBRA ALVAREZ | — |
| DAVID CERTNER | — |
| DEBORAH CHALFIE | — |
| JOHN SUMNER CUMMINGS | — |
| BEVERLY GILYARD | — |
| BLAKE KELLY | — |
| NANCY LEAMOND | — |
| CRISTINA MARTIN FIRVIDA | — |
| JOYCE A ROGERS | — |
| SHANNON M RUSSELL | — |
Taxation/Internal Revenue Code TAX
Discussed family caregiver tax credit draft legislation. (no bill number) (Senate) S.1151/H.R. 2505, Credit for Caring Act - Discussed the legislation and next steps. S. 218/H.R. 624, P.L. 115-59, Social Security Number Fraud Prevention Act; S. 223/H.R. 3758, Senior Safe Act; H.R. 2721, Seniors Tax Simplification Act; S. 547, Senior Financial Empowerment Act - Discussed AARPs support for these bills and provided family caregiving resources. Discussed support for medical expense deduction. (no bill) Discussed retirement tax issues and pension issues. S. 2526, Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act of 2018 - Supported Hatch-Wyden legislation to make improvements in private sector retirement plans. H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31) and (H.R. 3280) Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied to protect and enhance funding levels for IRS VITA & TCE taxpayer assistance programs.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID CERTNER | — |
| JOHN SUMNER CUMMINGS | — |
| DENISE DEMICHELE-BAILIN | — |
| ROBERT DORSEY | — |
| TIMOTHY JAMES GEARAN | — |
| BEVERLY GILYARD | — |
| PETER JEFFRIES | — |
| BLAKE KELLY | — |
| NANCY LEAMOND | — |
| CRISTINA MARTIN FIRVIDA | — |
| MEGAN O'REILLY | — |
| RHONDA RICHARDS | — |
| JOYCE A ROGERS | — |
| BRENDAN K ROSE | — |
| SHANNON M RUSSELL | — |
| MICHELE LESLEY VARNHAGEN | — |
| JASMINE ROSA VASQUEZ | — |
Retirement RET
Discussed support for the Department of Labor (DOL) Fiduciary rule. Discussed retirement issues related to tax and pensions. S. 2526, Retirement Enhancement and Savings Act of 2018 - Supported Hatch-Wyden legislation to make improvements in private sector retirement plans. H.R. 4547, Strengthening Protections for Social Security Beneficiaries Act of 2018 - Supported Johnson-Larson bill to strengthen Social Security representative payee oversight. Discussed Social Security benefit issues. (no bill) Discussed private retirement savings issues. (no bill) Attended Senate HELP Roundtable on retirement security of nonstandard workers.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID CERTNER | — |
| DEBORAH CHALFIE | — |
| JOHN SUMNER CUMMINGS | — |
| DENISE DEMICHELE-BAILIN | — |
| TIMOTHY JAMES GEARAN | — |
| BEVERLY GILYARD | — |
| PETER JEFFRIES | — |
| DAWIT KAHSAI | — |
| BLAKE KELLY | — |
| NANCY LEAMOND | — |
| CRISTINA MARTIN FIRVIDA | — |
| JOYCE A ROGERS | — |
| SHANNON M RUSSELL | — |
| MICHELE LESLEY VARNHAGEN | — |
| JASMINE ROSA VASQUEZ | — |
Telecommunications TEC
H.R. 4986, The Repack Airwaves Yielding Better Access for Users of Modern Services Act (RAY BAUMs Act) - Discussed the bill, Robocalls and anti-spoofing. Discussed support for the 2015 Open Internet Order and the Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID CERTNER | — |
| DENISE DEMICHELE-BAILIN | — |
| BEVERLY GILYARD | — |
| DAWIT KAHSAI | — |
| NANCY LEAMOND | — |
| CRISTINA MARTIN FIRVIDA | — |
| JOYCE A ROGERS | — |
| SHANNON M RUSSELL | — |
Health Issues HCR
Discussed changes to the Part D program included in the Bipartisan Budget Act with House and Senate staff. Submitted letters to the Senate Finance Committee and the House Ways and Means Committee detailing AARP's thoughts and priorities related to the opioid epidemic. Discussed legislation related to the opioid epidemic with House and Senate staff. S. 1091, Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandkids Act - Sent letter of support to the Senate HELP Committee. S.1091, Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandkids Act - Discussed support for this legislation with House and Senate staff. S.AMDT to H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2018 - Discussed matters related to Affordable Care Act stabilization language that was being proposed for inclusion. Discussed support for medical expense deduction. H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (H.R. 3358 & S. 1771) Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018 and Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, and various related medical care research and supportive services.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID CERTNER | — |
| JOHN SUMNER CUMMINGS | — |
| DENISE DEMICHELE-BAILIN | — |
| KEVIN DONNELLAN | — |
| ROBERT DORSEY | — |
| TIMOTHY JAMES GEARAN | — |
| BEVERLY GILYARD | — |
| AMY KELBICK | — |
| BLAKE KELLY | — |
| NANCY LEAMOND | — |
| CRISTINA MARTIN FIRVIDA | — |
| MEGAN O'REILLY | — |
| RHONDA RICHARDS | — |
| JOYCE A ROGERS | — |
| BRENDAN K ROSE | — |
| SHANNON M RUSSELL | — |
| JASMINE ROSA VASQUEZ | — |
Medicare/Medicaid MMM
Removing Barriers to Person- and Family-Centered Care Act of 2018 - Discussed and provided feedback on bill. (no bill number) (Senate) Provided ideas on possible long-term services and supports briefing speakers. (no bill number) (Senate) Responded to inquiry on nursing home quality. (no bill number) (House) Shared comment letters on proposed long-term care facility arbitration rule and another letter to HHS/CMS on nursing home quality and enforcement. Provided information regarding nursing home quality issues, nursing home resident dumping, and antipsychotic drug use in nursing homes. (no bill number) (House) Responded to CMS inquiry regarding new Medicare cards. (no bill number) (CMS) H.R. 1625, P.L. 115-141, Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2018 - Responded to Medicare Part D donut hole questions. Discussed family caregiving, Medicare, Medicaid, person- and family-centered care, and long-term services and supports. (no bill number) Discussed coverage of oral health care under Medicare. Discussed and sent letters regarding repeal and reform of Medicare therapy caps. S. 1879/H.R. 3032, Seniors Mental Health Access Improvement Act - Endorsed and sent letter. H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R.244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31) and (H.R.3358 & S.1771) Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for CMS' state survey and certification program and opposition to hostile policy riders re: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID CERTNER | — |
| JOHN SUMNER CUMMINGS | — |
| DENISE DEMICHELE-BAILIN | — |
| ROBERT DORSEY | — |
| TIMOTHY JAMES GEARAN | — |
| BEVERLY GILYARD | — |
| AMY KELBICK | — |
| BLAKE KELLY | — |
| NANCY LEAMOND | — |
| CRISTINA MARTIN FIRVIDA | — |
| MEGAN O'REILLY | — |
| WINIFRED VERONICA QUINN | — |
| RHONDA RICHARDS | — |
| JOYCE A ROGERS | — |
| SHANNON M RUSSELL | — |
| ANDREW SCHOLNICK | — |
Budget/Appropriations BUD
H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R. 244 & H.R. 601, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (H.R. 3268 & S. 1603) Agriculture-Rural Development & Related Agencies bill for FY 2018, (H.R..3267 & S. 1662) Commerce, Science & Justice Appropriations bill for FY 2018, Energy & Water Appropriation bill for FY 2018, (H.R. 3280) Financial Services & General Government Appropriations bill for FY 2018, (H.R. 3358 & S. 1771) Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018, and Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied to protect funding levels for federal programs which provide health, nutrition, housing, energy assistance, legal aid and retirement security.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID CERTNER | — |
| JOHN SUMNER CUMMINGS | — |
| DENISE DEMICHELE-BAILIN | — |
| KEVIN DONNELLAN | — |
| ROBERT DORSEY | — |
| TIMOTHY JAMES GEARAN | — |
| BEVERLY GILYARD | — |
| JOHN HISHTA | — |
| BLAKE KELLY | — |
| NANCY LEAMOND | — |
| CRISTINA MARTIN FIRVIDA | — |
| JOYCE A ROGERS | — |
| SHANNON M RUSSELL | — |
Family issues/Abortion/Adoption FAM
S. 1028/H.R.3759, P.L. 115-119, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - Discussed RAISE Family Caregivers Act implementation, Older Americans Act; social isolation (shared report and related invitation to an event); and homelessness/housing for older adults (shared related research and resources). (HHS ASPE) S. 1028/H.R.3759, P.L. 115-119, RAISE Family Caregivers Act - Discussed Senate consideration of the bill, thanked House and Senate offices, discussed implementation and letter to HHS on implementation. (House and Senate) Discussed the Assisting Caregivers Today (ACT) Caucus, abuse in nursing homes, long-term care facility arbitration, long-term care ombudsman program, and elder financial abuse. Responded to inquiry on family caregivers of people with mental health needs and mental health education programs. (no bill number) (Senate) S.1151/H.R. 2505, Credit for Caring Act - Discussed the legislation and next steps. H.R. 3493, Care Corps Demonstration Act of 2017 - Discussed this legislation in response to an inquiry. (Senate) Provided ideas on possible long-term services and supports briefing speakers. (no bill number) (Senate) Responded to inquiry on family caregiving and retirement security. (GAO) S. 218/H.R. 624, P.L. 115-59, Social Security Number Fraud Prevention Act; S. 223/H.R. 3758, Senior Safe Act; H.R. 2721, Seniors Tax Simplification Act; S. 547, Senior Financial Empowerment Act - Discussed AARPs support for these bills and provided family caregiving resources. H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R. 244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31), (H.R. 3268 & S. 1603) Agriculture-Rural Development & Related Agencies bill for FY 2018, Labor-HHS Appropriations bill for FY 2018 (H.R. 3358 & S. 1771), Transportation-HUD Appropriations bill for FY 2018 (H.R. 3353 & S. 1655), and Energy & Water Appropriation bill for FY 2018 (H.R. 3266 & S. 1609) - Lobbied in support of funding for various programs, including Social Security administrative expenses, senior nutrition (Commodity Supplemental Food program and Older Americans Act Title III), caregiving, energy assistance, supportive services, housing and volunteer community service programs.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID CERTNER | — |
| JOHN SUMNER CUMMINGS | — |
| DENISE DEMICHELE-BAILIN | — |
| KEVIN DONNELLAN | — |
| ROBERT DORSEY | — |
| TIMOTHY JAMES GEARAN | — |
| BEVERLY GILYARD | — |
| BLAKE KELLY | — |
| NANCY LEAMOND | — |
| CRISTINA MARTIN FIRVIDA | — |
| MEGAN O'REILLY | — |
| RHONDA RICHARDS | — |
| JOYCE A ROGERS | — |
| SHANNON M RUSSELL | — |
Consumer Issues/Safety/Products CSP
S. 218/H.R. 624, P.L. 115-59, Social Security Number Fraud Prevention Act; S. 223/H.R. 3758, Senior Safe Act; H.R. 2721, Seniors Tax Simplification Act; S. 547, Senior Financial Empowerment Act - Discussed AARPs support for these bills and provided family caregiving resources. S. 81, Seniors Fraud Prevention Act - Responded to an inquiry on this bill. (Senate)
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID CERTNER | — |
| BEVERLY GILYARD | — |
| NANCY LEAMOND | — |
| CRISTINA MARTIN FIRVIDA | — |
| MEGAN O'REILLY | — |
| RHONDA RICHARDS | — |
| JOYCE A ROGERS | — |
| SHANNON M RUSSELL | — |
| JASMINE ROSA VASQUEZ | — |
Labor Issues/Antitrust/Workplace LBR
S. 443/H.R. 2650, Protecting Older Workers Against Discrimination Act - Supported bill. H.R. 4219, Workflex in the 21st Century Act - Discussed ERISA issues with House staff. H.R. 4, FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 - Discussed opposition due to mandatory retirement of pilots.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID CERTNER | — |
| DEBORAH CHALFIE | — |
| JOHN SUMNER CUMMINGS | — |
| BEVERLY GILYARD | — |
| BLAKE KELLY | — |
| NANCY LEAMOND | — |
| CRISTINA MARTIN FIRVIDA | — |
| JOYCE A ROGERS | — |
| SHANNON M RUSSELL | — |
Pharmacy PHA
Discussed upcoming administrative action on drug costs and PBMs with Senate staff. Discussed changes to the Cody Miller PMI Act with Senate staff. H.R. 1625, Consolidated Appropriations Act for FY 2018, (P.L. 115-141), H.R.3354, Interior and Environment, Agriculture and Rural Development, Commerce, Justice, Science, Financial Services and General Government, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, State and Foreign Operations, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Defense, Military Construction and Veterans Affairs, Legislative Branch, and Energy and Water Development Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J.R. 123, Further Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018, H.J. Res. 99 (P.L. 115-30), H.R. 244, Consolidated Appropriations Act 2017 (P.L. 115-31) and (H.R. 3358 & S. 1771) Agriculture-Rural Development & Related Agencies bill for FY 2018 - Lobbied in support of increased funding for FDA drug processing funding and user fees.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| DAVID CERTNER | — |
| JOHN SUMNER CUMMINGS | — |
| DENISE DEMICHELE-BAILIN | — |
| ROBERT DORSEY | — |
| TIMOTHY JAMES GEARAN | — |
| BEVERLY GILYARD | — |
| AMY KELBICK | — |
| NANCY LEAMOND | — |
| CRISTINA MARTIN FIRVIDA | — |
| MEGAN O'REILLY | — |
| LEIGH PURVIS | — |
| JOYCE A ROGERS | — |
| SHANNON M RUSSELL | — |
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.