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Embattled House Democrats Fire Back on Ethics Violations
Though Congress is still in recess for another couple of weeks, there is no lack of controversy on Capitol Hill. Two House incumbents who made headlines after been charged with violating Congressional ethics rules earlier this summer, Rep. Charles Rangel, D-NY, and Rep. Maxine Waters, D-Calif., are back in the news as they fight for their political lives. (Posted: 8/31/2010)
NAMIC’s Congressional Contact Program 25th Year in Review
Over the past year we have seen a quickly changing political climate. Major pieces of legislation, such as Healthcare and Financial Regulatory Reform, have been introduced and passed. One of the most important things we can do as private citizens is to find a way to get involved in the political process, to make sure our voices are heard when Congress makes key decisions. Here at NAMIC, our Congressional Contact Program (CCP) has allowed our members to do just that! For 25 years CCP has helped to connect our membership with their representatives and staff here on Capitol Hill, allowing NAMIC members to meet face to face to discuss the issues that are most important to our industry. With CCP’s quarto-centennial year almost behind us, we are proud of the commitment our members have made to getting involved. (Posted: 8/31/2010)
With the mid-term elections a few short months away, speculation regarding the results has been rampant. Reporters have been questioning Republican congressional staff on what they anticipate the agenda to be in the new Congress assuming that the GOP takes at least the House. While not taking for granted that they will in fact win a majority, it seems that there are plans in the works to utilize any advantage the mid-terms may bring. (Posted: 8/31/2010)
This primary season has been something to watch. Incumbents are being knocked out of their races early; pundits are baffled; and professional prognosticators continue to be surprised. Really though, the excitement has come not from the actual number of incumbents being taken down – which is not (yet) historically high – but from the high-profile losses that have occurred. Whatever the case, there can be no doubt that sitting senators and representatives, from freshmen to party leadership, are having to work extra hard this year to hold on to their seats. Anyone skeptical of that should speak with the still-titular head of the Republican Party, Sen. John McCain, who for a time was in danger of losing his own primary to a former congressman, J.D. Hayworth. (Posted: 8/31/2010)
Advocacy Booth at NAMIC’s 115th Annual Meeting
The NAMIC Advocacy Booth provides members the opportunity to learn about the exciting programs your government affairs department has developed to help foster your involvement in the political process. There are a number of ways to become active through NAMIC- the Congressional Contact Program (CCP), the industry’s premier grassroots series, NAMIC PAC, one of the fastest growing political action committees, and our grass-tops outreach, the Federal Key Contact program. If you and your employees are not already actively involved in these programs, please stop by the Advocacy Booth to learn more. (Posted: 8/31/2010)
August Primaries Offer Preview of November Elections
On Tuesday, August 24, five states - Arizona, Florida, Alaska, Vermont and Oklahoma - held primary elections and the results were a mix of predictable and surprising. However, the anti-incumbent sentiment than many feel will be the hallmark of the November elections has proven to be a reality for both Democrats and Republicans. (Posted: 8/31/2010)
Congress Takes a Break from Their Summer Break
Members of Congress took a rare break from their month long summer recess last week to return to Washington to pass two pieces of legislation. (Posted: 8/17/2010)
Natural Disaster Bills Linger in the 111th Congress
The middle of August traditionally marks the halfway point in the annual hurricane season for the Atlantic Ocean and experts have anticipated a busy and dangerous summer of storms. The aftermath of any major storm hitting the United States could be devastating, not only from a loss perspective, but also because of the potential response from the federal government. Although there are only a few weeks in September on the legislative calendar before Congress adjourns for a final campaign push, there remain several natural disaster issues on the table that may be addressed. (Posted: 8/17/2010)
Implementation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform Looms
The ink is barely dry from President Obama’s signature enacting H.R. 4173, the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, but those in Washington are already talking about the avalanche of new work that has been created for the executive branch. It has been estimated that the Dodd-Frank Act will require federal agencies to develop 520 new rules, conduct 81 congressional studies, and issue 93 reports. (Posted: 8/17/2010)
Allegations of Corruption Stain Congressional Calendar
Instead of turning to important legislative initiatives to address unemployment and provide tax benefits to small business before leaving for August recess, Congress found itself once again addressing allegations of impropriety and misconduct – clouding the already unclear legislative schedule leading into November’s mid-term elections. (Posted: 8/17/2010)
Election Spotlight: Colorado Senate (8/17/2010)
NAMIC Comments on Federal Proposal to Eliminate Saturday Postal Deliveries (8/17/2010)
Ari Fleischer Announced as Guest for NAMIC PAC’s Annual Insiders Luncheon at NAMIC Convention (8/17/2010)
CCP Wraps Up For the Summer with Three States (8/3/2010)
Proposed OSHA Rule May Have Consequences for Effective Claim Handling (8/3/2010)
Kagan Likely to be Confirmed Before Senators Leave for August Vacation (8/3/2010)
NAMIC TRIA Task Force Submits Comments on Terrorism Insurance to Treasury (8/3/2010)
Sen. Lott Back to Work With Successor Against P/C Insurance Industry (8/3/2010)
For Second Time, House Leadership Pulls Wind Legislation Prior to Vote (8/3/2010)
Federal Regulators Consider Eliminating Saturday Postal Deliveries (7/27/2010)
Goodwin Replaces the late Sen. Byrd - For Now (7/27/2010)
Department of Justice Commends Insurers, Provides Guidance on NMVTIS (7/27/2010)
NAMIC Continues the Fight to Incentivize the Adoption of Statewide Enforceable Building Codes (7/27/2010)
House Pulls Legislation Adding Wind Coverage to the NFIP (7/27/2010)
Connecticut CCP Comes to Capitol Hill (7/20/2010)
House Moves Long-Term NFIP Reform And Reauthorization (7/20/2010)
NAMIC Hosts Congressman Paul Kanjorski (7/20/2010)
Kentucky NAMIC Members in Washington for CCP (7/20/2010)
Join NAMIC’s Federal Affairs Department for the Quarterly Washington Update Call (7/20/2010)
Congress Passes Landmark Regulatory Reform Legislation (7/20/2010)
Kagan Nomination Headed for Senate Floor After Judiciary Committee Vote (7/20/2010)
Multi-Peril Bill On House Floor This Week (7/20/2010)
NAMIC: Taylor Amendment to House-Passed Flood Insurance Reform Legislation Will Cost Consumers (7/15/2010)
NAMIC CEO Comments on Dodd-Frank Financial Reform Legislation Approval by Senate (7/15/2010)
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