NATIONAL RURAL ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION (NRECA) for NATIONAL RURAL ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION (NRECA)
A later version of this report replaces this one, so LegiList's totals use the current version instead. This page shows this version exactly as filed.
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 (this page) | Apr 20, 2021 | $530,000 | Replaced |
| 1st Quarter - Amendment | Jul 16, 2021 | $540,000 | Yes |
What was lobbied
15 issue areas, each in the filer's own words, with who lobbied on it and where.
Health Issues HCR
Draft legislation regarding flexible spending accounts, cobra, telemedicine
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| JOHN CASSADY | — |
| LOUIS FINKEL | — |
| CHRISTOPHER STEPHEN | — |
Transportation TRA
Issues related to infrastructure policy Issues related to electric vehicles and electric vehicle charging infrastructure (grant programs)
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| JOHN CASSADY | — |
| LOUIS FINKEL | — |
| BILJANA KAUMAYA | — |
Retirement RET
Draft legislation regarding defined benefit and defined contribution retirement savings proposals
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| JOHN CASSADY | — |
| LOUIS FINKEL | — |
| CHRISTOPHER STEPHEN | — |
Defense DEF
Issues associated with defense critical electric infrastructures, utility privatization, defense community infrastructure, and electric cooperatives roles, responsibilities, processes and requirements with DoD facilities. National Defense Authorization Act 2021 Draft GRID Act
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| BRIDGETTE BOURGE | — |
| JOHN CASSADY | — |
| LOUIS FINKEL | — |
Foreign Relations FOR
State and Foreign Operations Appropriations Bill Cooperative Development Program and Power Africa
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| JOHN CASSADY | — |
| LOUIS FINKEL | — |
| HILL THOMAS | — |
Science/Technology SCI
Issues associated with research and development for security in the electric sector. Draft Grid Cybersecurity Research & Development Act Issues related to DOE energy and science research and development programs. Issues related to funding research, development and demonstration programs at DOE
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| BRIDGETTE BOURGE | — |
| JOHN CASSADY | — |
| LOUIS FINKEL | — |
| ROBERT BRENDAN HAMILL | — |
| BILJANA KAUMAYA | — |
Agriculture AGR
H.R. 940 - Clearing Lines Along Electrical At-Risk Zones Act H.R. 939 - Combustion Avoidance Along Rural Roads Act Issues related to the Rural Utilities Service electric loan program Issues related to FY 2021 Agriculture Appropriations S.4152 - A bill to provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections H.R.7483 - To provide for the adjustment or modification by the Secretary of Agriculture of loans for critical rural utility service providers, and for other purposes - all sections Rural broadband deployment Rural development and implementation of 2018 Farm Bill HR 2244 RUS Repricing Legislation Issues related to RUS at USDA
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| BRIDGETTE BOURGE | — |
| JOHN CASSADY | — |
| LOUIS FINKEL | — |
| PAUL GUTIERREZ | — |
| ROBERT BRENDAN HAMILL | — |
| BILJANA KAUMAYA | — |
| SAMANTHA MCDONALD | — |
| CHRISTOPHER STEPHEN | — |
| HILL THOMAS | — |
| KELLY WISMER | — |
| MONTEE WYNN | — |
Taxation/Internal Revenue Code TAX
HR 1062 ACCESS 45Q Act To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend and allow an elective payment of the tax credit for carbon oxide sequestration. Carbon Capture Modernization Act (S. 661/H.R. 1760) to make technical corrections to the 48A tax credit and enable installation of carbon capture on new and existing power plants. Issues related to direct pay tax credits Issues related to storage, transmission, microgrids, carbon capture, renewable tax credits HR 848 GREEN Act to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide incentives for renewable energy and energy efficiency, and for other purposes. HR.1760 To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the qualifying advanced coal project credit, and for other purposes. S.986 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for a 5-year extension the carbon oxide sequestration credit, and for other purposes. S. 627 Energy Storage Tax Incentive and Deployment Act of 2021 S. 759 A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to extend the credit for production of refined coal.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| JOHN CASSADY | — |
| LOUIS FINKEL | — |
| PAUL GUTIERREZ | — |
| ROBERT BRENDAN HAMILL | — |
| BILJANA KAUMAYA | — |
| CHRISTOPHER STEPHEN | — |
Disaster Planning/Emergencies DIS
H.R. 1066 Wildfire Recovery Act S. 704 Disaster Safe Power Grid Act Issues related to FEMA funding Issues related to planning, preparing, mitigating and recovering from incidents, including investing in resiliency pre-disaster (e.g. BRIC program) and post-disaster (e.g. DRF emergency work category), making the interest on post-disaster loans eligible for FEMA reimbursement, and increasing FEMAs small project threshold. Issues related to FEMAs NOPR Cost of Assistance Estimates in the Disaster Declaration Process for the Public Assistance Program Issues related to planning, preparing, mitigating, and recovering from incidents including prioritization, FEMA processes, and programs.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| BRIDGETTE BOURGE | — |
| JOHN CASSADY | — |
| LOUIS FINKEL | — |
| BILJANA KAUMAYA | — |
| SAMANTHA MCDONALD | — |
Telecommunications TEC
Issues related to maintaining and deploying broadband connectivity throughout COVID-19 pandemic Issues related to improving broadband availability maps S. 1822 - (116th) Broadband DATA Act - all sections. Issues related to recent and future reverse auction proceedings at the FCC Issues related to broadband deployment, funding and adoption. S. 745 - Accessible, Affordable Internet for All Act H.R. 1783 - To make high-speed broadband internet service accessible and affordable to all Americans, and for other purposes. H.R. 1319 - American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 - all broadband sections. S. ___/H.R. 1631 - Community Broadband Act S.944 - A bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to establish a program to expand access to broadband in unserved and underserved areas, and for other purposes. H.R.2400 - To allow Rural Utilities Service telecommunications grants to be made for the collection of broadband infrastructure data by local governments, economic development or other community organizations, electric or telephone cooperatives, and small internet providers. H.R.1362 - Broadening Online Opportunities through Simple Technologies (BOOST) Act
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| JOHN CASSADY | — |
| LOUIS FINKEL | — |
| KELLY WISMER | — |
Budget/Appropriations BUD
Issues related to Department of Energy appropriations, including fossil energy and carbon capture, utilization, and storage RD&D funding. Issues related to coal combustion residuals (CCR) permit program funding and Waters of the United States (WOTUS)/Navigable Waters Protection Rule (NWPR) rulemaking. Issues related to electric cooperative interests in postal policy, including the Postal Regulatory Commission rate increase proposal. Issues related to Agriculture Appropriations, including funding for the Rural Utilities Service. Federal budget and funding levels for agencies and programs. Issues related to rural broadband deployment in Agriculture and FSGG appropriations American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Issues related to LIHEAP funding Issues related to mortgage, rental, and utility assistance Issues related to FEMA funding Issues related to DOE appropriations HR 2244 RUS Repricing Legislation Issues related to RUS at USDA Department of Energy, Homeland Security, and Defense. Issues related to electric sector security including funding for cybersecurity, research, community infrastructures, and recovery.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| BRIDGETTE BOURGE | — |
| JOHN CASSADY | — |
| LOUIS FINKEL | — |
| PAUL GUTIERREZ | — |
| ROBERT BRENDAN HAMILL | — |
| BILJANA KAUMAYA | — |
| SAMANTHA MCDONALD | — |
| CHRISTOPHER STEPHEN | — |
| HILL THOMAS | — |
| KELLY WISMER | — |
Environment/Superfund ENV
Issues related to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and modernization proposals. Issues related to federal action and legislative proposals on coal combustion residuals (CCR) management and closure regulation. Issues related to Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| JOHN CASSADY | — |
| LOUIS FINKEL | — |
| PAUL GUTIERREZ | — |
| ROBERT BRENDAN HAMILL | — |
| BILJANA KAUMAYA | — |
Energy/Nuclear ENG
H.R. 2245, to establish a White House Council on Energy Transitions to assist coal communities impacted by power plant closures. Issues relating to the Power Marketing Administrations. Issues related to the CLEAN Future Act discussion draft regarding grid modernization Issues related to the LIFT America discussion draft regarding grid modernization Issues related to amending the Natural Gas Act to establish FERC refund authority Issues related to expanding transmission facilities Issues related to encouraging demand response Issues related to ensuring a disaster resilient power grid Issues related electric vehicles (EV), including charging infrastructure, rebate program for EV supply equipment, serving underserved communities, mapping to predict EV demand and electric school busses. S. 508 - A bill to establish a working group on electric vehicles S. 507 - Electric Vehicles for Underserved Communities Act of 2021 S. 506 - Clean School Bus Act of 2021 S. 504 - Green Spaces, Green Vehicles Act of 2021 S. 502 - MAZE in Transit Act S. 494 - Green Bus Tax Credit Act of 2021 Issues related to DOE appropriations and funding energy priorities (e.g. grant programs, research and development, etc.) Issues related to energy efficiency standards for water heaters Issues related to mitigation and resiliency of the grid due to weather and disasters S.704 - Disaster Safe Power Grid Act of 2021 Issues related to energy transmission and storage Issues related to electric sector security including reliability, public/private and cross-sector partnerships, information sharing and protections, incident reporting, research and development, cyber resources and education, liability issues, defense critical electric infrastructure, threats, supply chain, and security postures. H.R. 1374 Enhancing State Energy Security Planning and Emergency Preparedness Act H.R.1119 Stopping Chinese Communist Involvement in the Power Grid Act (Duncan): Draft Enhancing Grid Security through Public-Private Partnerships Act Draft Protecting Resources On The Electric grid with Cybersecurity Technology Act Draft Energy Cybersecurity Act Draft Cyber Sense Act
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| BRIDGETTE BOURGE | — |
| JOHN CASSADY | — |
| LOUIS FINKEL | — |
| PAUL GUTIERREZ | — |
| ROBERT BRENDAN HAMILL | — |
| BILJANA KAUMAYA | — |
| SAMANTHA MCDONALD | — |
| MONTEE WYNN | — |
Homeland Security HOM
Issues related to electric sector security including cybersecurity, information sharing and incident reporting, existing standards, postures, threat environment, procedures, roles and responsibilities and authorities H.R.1833 DHS Industrial Control Systems Capabilities Enhancement Act of 2021 Issues related to cyber solariums commissions recommendations Issues related to pandemic including authorities, processes, supply chain, and posture as well as the role and needs of essential workers during national emergencies. Issues associated with research and development for security in the electric sector.
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| BRIDGETTE BOURGE | — |
| JOHN CASSADY | — |
| LOUIS FINKEL | — |
| BILJANA KAUMAYA | — |
Clean Air and Water (quality) CAW
Issues related to carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS), including commercial demonstration projects. The SCALE Act (S. 799/H.R. 1992), which would assist in overcoming barriers to CO2 pipelines, storage, and permitting and further support CO2 utilization programs. Issues related to the development of a federal clean electricity standard. Issues related to electric cooperative efforts to reduce carbon emissions. Issues associated with the Administrations rulemaking on the Waters of the United States and the Navigable Waters Protection Rule. Issues related to the Affordable Clean Energy rule and power sector CO2 regulations. Issues related to NPDES permitting program changes. Issues relating to the Water Resources Development Act
| Lobbyist | Covered position, as disclosed |
|---|---|
| JOHN CASSADY | — |
| LOUIS FINKEL | — |
| ROBERT BRENDAN HAMILL | — |
| SAMANTHA MCDONALD | — |
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.