Tax
Baker & Hostetler LLP Already registered Lobby on tax policy, including provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, some of which expire in 2025. The Carlyle GroupOne of the world’s largest private equity firms.
One of the lobbyists for this account chairs three subcommittees of the House Ways and Means Committee. “Chief Architect” of the 2017 tax cut bill.
Pharmaceuticals
Danish Ozempic manufacturer Novo Nordisk Hired E3 Strategic Consulting Group Novo Nordisk, which lobbyes for research and funding for its products, has spent more in recent years than ever before on lobbying efforts as its weight-loss drugs have grown in popularity. $5.2 million The company has spent billions on federal lobbying efforts in the past year, according to Open Secrets. It has hired six new lobbying firms since the beginning of 2023. Approximately $3.5 million Record spending is expected to continue again in the first half of 2024 as the administration invests in lobbying the federal government.
technology
Verizon Hired Neil Creek LLC To “provide members and staff with an overview of the company” New disclosuresThe account’s lobbyist is Andrew King, a former deputy chief of staff to Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-Lausanne).
finance
Black RockOne of the world’s largest investment companies Hired Empire Consulting Group It will lobby broadly on “financial services” issues. Brian Greer, a former military legislative aide to Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), will be in charge of the account.
environment
of Outdoor Industry Association Hired ACG Advocacy The account will lobby on “policy issues affecting the outdoor industry, including recreation policy, public lands, conservation, business and trade.” The lobbyist for the account is Sean Byrne, another former colleague of Schumer’s.
