Congress Returns to Washington to Kick Off 2026 Lawmakers will continue to debate solutions to rising health-care costs after the Affordable Care Act subsidies lapsed on December 31st. Congress will also seek to avoid another government shutdown as funding is set to expire on January 30th. This week, the House […]
Bernie Friedman to Remain Active as Shareholder Ft. Lauderdale, FL – January 5, 2026 — Becker, a multi-practice commercial law firm with attorneys, lobbyists, and other professionals at offices throughout the East Coast and Italy, announced veteran Federal lobbyist Omar Franco has assumed the role of Chair of the Government […]
We are thrilled to announce Omar Franco and Clarence Williams have been recognized as a “Hired Gun” in The Hill’s list of 2025 Top Lobbyists. The list recognizes impactful advocates who stand out for the results they’ve delivered for their clients, companies, trade associations, and advocacy groups in the nation’s capital. Omar is […]
Final Push for Healthcare Policy in 2025 With the last scheduled session week of the year underway, the focus of Congress remains healthcare legislation. This week, the House will consider the Lower Health Care Premiums for All Americans Act ahead of the expiration of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies […]
Becker is pleased to announce our Government Law & Lobbying practice has been named a top 30 firm by Florida Politics, based on third-quarter revenue for 2025. Becker also ranked in the top 30 for first-quarter and second quarter revenues for 2025. Bernie Friedman, Chair of the firm’s Government Law […]
