Month: October 2012

Political law links (10/31/12)

Post author By Eric Brown
Post date October 31, 2012
Categories In A.M. Report, California, FCPA, FEC, Foreign Laws, Montana, Washington

“SKITTISHNESS” AND FCPA REQUESTS. FCPA Professor. “The current era of Foreign Corrupt Practices Act enforcement has led to a high level of anxiety and skittishness over things that should not. The end result is overcompliance and inefficient use of resources.” INDEPENDENT SPENDING TRUMPS. The Hill. “Outside spending groups are making their presence felt in several […]

Good morning, here are today’s political law links (10/30)

Post author By Eric Brown
Post date October 30, 2012
Categories In A.M. Report, Const Law Issues, Foreign Laws, Montana, North Carolina

HLOGA POLL IN ASSOCIATIONS NOW. Here. “While a majority of lobbyists said the law has brought more transparency to the lobbying profession, only about 20 percent said it has improved ethical standards. The survey also suggests that lobbyists find the law confusing, particularly provisions regarding what constitutes a gift.” BIERSACK ON WASHINGTON JOURNAL. C-SPAN. CRP […]

Good morning, here are Monday’s political law links (10/29)

Post author By Eric Brown
Post date October 29, 2012
Categories In A.M. Report, California, FEC, House, Montana, Ohio, Texas, Voting

RECOUNT TEAMS ON THE TARMAC. Politico. “As the frenzied race for the White House comes down to the wire, tens of thousands of partisan lawyers are mobilizing under the radar in battleground states, all steeling for one terrifying scenario: a recount that could decide the presidency.” SUPER PAC DONORS. Story here. “The hand-wringing is officially […]