This Hill report says Senators McCain and Feingold are working together on legislation involving earmarks. The measure aims to prevent unauthorized earmarks in appropriations bills by requiring all appropriations conference reports to be made electronically searchable 48 hours before the … Continue reading
Daily Archives: January 8, 2009
Looking for job security in these uncertain financial times? At least one publication says that the profession of lobbying may be immune from the economic downturn. Associations need political advocates more than ever in a recession rife with government intervention. … Continue reading
Here’s the latest in Massachusetts on the issues surrounding the award of a state contract. A South Shore legislator listed in a troubled lobbyist’s reimbursement report says he paid his dinner tab with personal funds and can’t even remember the conversation. … Continue reading