119th Congress Kicks Off Happy New Year! Lawmakers return to Washington this week in the new 119th Congress following Rep. Mike Johnson’s (R-LA) reclaiming of the House Speaker gavel and swearing in of Members last Friday. Today, Congress met in joint session to certify the 2024 presidential election results, teeing […]
The Final Countdown Congress returns for its final working week of the year before breaking for the holidays. In that time, lawmakers are set to pass national defense and water project authorization legislation, along with a short-term government funding bill lasting through March to avoid a shutdown this Friday. House […]
In a recent interview with Iberian Lawyer, Omar Franco, Head of Becker’s Federal Lobbying Practice and Vice Chair of the Firm’s Government Law and Lobbying Practice, shared his insights on Donald Trump’s ambitious regulatory agenda as the former president prepares for a return to office. Drawing on his extensive experience in government […]
As the year draws to a close, Florida Trend Magazine traditionally announces its coveted “Floridian of the Year.” This year, the publication also revisited its 2022 honoree, Becker shareholder Yolanda Cash Jackson, to highlight her continued accomplishments. Reflecting on 2024, Jackson described it as a year of “unexpected pleasures,” including a meaningful opportunity […]
Congress Clears the Decks Over the weekend, House lawmakers released the text of the nearly $900 billion must-pass annual defense authorization bill ahead of an expected program lapse at year’s end. That, along with the biennial water project authorization bill, are set for floor votes this week. While Senators will […]
