Lobbying World: Akin snags former Ways and Means chair ahead of tax fight

Former House Ways and Means Chairman kevin brady (R-Texas) joined. akin As a senior policy consultant and chair of the Tax Drafting Committee, Mr. Brady was instrumental in shaping former President Trump’s signature tax bill, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, which has several provisions set to expire in 2025. played a role.

“The firm’s reputation in the areas under the Revenue Commissioners’ jurisdiction is unparalleled, making it a natural choice for me,” Brady said. “I look forward to working with this deep bench to assist Akin’s clients at this critical time.”

troy lions Currently serving as Senior Director of Federal Affairs holland & heartLyons, an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Capitol Hill alumnus, led government relations for BP, Hess and the American Exploration and Production Council (AXPC), a trade group that represents 26 of the largest independent U.S. oil and natural gas companies.

of University of Michigan hired zach weber as Director of Federal Relations; Weber, a University of Michigan graduate, most recently served as deputy federal affairs director for Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D) and legislative director for former Rep. Brenda Lawrence (D-Mich.). .

former member of parliament mike gallagher (R-Wis.) is participating. hudson instituteHe was selected as a Distinguished Fellow of the National Security Think Tank. Until his early retirement from Congress last month, he served as chairman of the House Select Committee on Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party.

of film association cast jesse martin Serves as Senior Vice President and General Counsel for Content Protection and Legal Affairs. She was a senior attorney at her BSA, The Software Alliance.

Former Under Secretary of the United States Trade Representative for World Trade Organization and Multilateral Affairs andrea dukin I am joining National Manufacturers Association As Vice President for International Policy.