education
of Association of American Publishers Hired Group DC Monitor issues with the Inclusive Access Program, which allows colleges to automatically charge students for textbooks and supplies. The Department of Education proposed changes in January that would mean colleges could not automatically charge students and students would have to opt in to participate in the program. Opposed The industry group announced the news, according to Inside Higher Education.
The account’s lobbyists are Joseph Kwabena Nsiah, former policy director for the Congressional Black Caucus, and Jorge Aguilar, former press secretary and Hispanic media director for then-Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.).
health care
Gay Dating Apps grinder Hired The first lobbying firm, Daschle GroupThe account will be managed by Joe Hack, former chief of staff to Sen. Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), who lobbies on HIV prevention and LGBTQ family formation issues.
of Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) Hired Aegis The account will lobby on general healthcare issues, including pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) reform, drug pricing, and implementation of the Curb Inflation Act. Anne Esposito, former healthcare policy coordinator for the House Energy and Commerce Committee, will be in charge of the account.
media
Axel SpringerThe German publishing giant owns publications such as Politico and Business Insider. Registered The account will lobby on a range of issues, including legislation that would “allow publishers to collectively negotiate with major online platforms over the terms of distribution of their news content.” The account will be staffed by Amelia Binder, former chief of staff to Rep. Judy Chu (D-Calif.) and now vice president of U.S. government relations at Axel Springer.
Diamond Sports GroupThe company filed for Chapter 1 bankruptcy protection in March of last year. Hogan Lovells USA It lobbies on issues related to the Diamond Sports Network’s broadcasting contract. One of the account’s lobbyists is former Senator Norm Coleman (R-MN).
Banking
TD Bank Hired Public Strategies Washington It will lobby on banking issues. Steve Eichnauer, a former legislative aide and appropriations manager for Sen. Jack Reed (D-Ind.), will be the treasurer.
