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 Senate considers them for a vote. The bill also would establish a point of order […]
Day: January 8, 2009
Job Security
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. Washington bailouts are splashing cash around the country, and organizations, businesses, and regions often rely […]
Kentucky Derby Dinner: Who Paid?
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. Rep. Ron Mariano dined at the 2007 Kentucky Derby with Richard McDonough, who has been […]