Category Archives: Administrative

Tax Cuts Polling Data –

Posted on 27. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

A recent Rasmussen poll indicates that tax cuts will play a larger role in the mid-term elections.  The mid-July survey showed that 68% of respondents consider tax issues to be very important.  That number is 10 points higher than a … Continue reading →

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Tax Cuts –

Posted on 21. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Democrats are expected to offer a plan to keep the Bush tax cuts for the middle class.  Tax cuts for higher incomes will be allowed to expire.  An estate tax of 45% for the next two years will also be … Continue reading →

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Manchin Declares –

Posted on 20. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

West Virginia Governor Joe Manchin has announced that he will run for the U.S. Senate seat.  The primary for the Byrd seat will be held on August 28th and the general election is on November 2nd.  Shelley Moore Capito is … Continue reading →

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Republican U.S. Senate Hopes –

Posted on 19. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Republicans have a strong chance to take control of the U.S. Senate this November.  The Wall Street Journal has an article that provides a breakdown of key races and how they are shaping up.  Republicans would need to have 51 … Continue reading →

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Goodwin Named To Byrd Seat –

Posted on 16. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

West Virginia Governor Joe Manchin has named Carte Goodwin to the Robert Byrd Senate seat.  Goodwin will temprorarily fill the seat until a special election in November.  The winner of the special election will fill the remainder of the Senate … Continue reading →

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Senate Passes Finance Bill –

Posted on 15. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The Senate passed the financial bill today with a 60-39 vote with three Republicans suppoting the measure.  Earlier in the day, the Senate voted 60-38 to end debate on the bill and move it to a final vote.  The financial … Continue reading →

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Senator Nelson Supports Financial Reform Bill –

Posted on 13. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Nebraska Senator Ben Nelson has indicated that he would support the financial reform bill and that should provide the 60 votes needed to pass.  Previously, Nelson was undecided and that fueled speculation that four Republicans would be needed to pass the measure.  The bill … Continue reading →

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Republicans Push For Tax Cuts –

Posted on 12. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Republican Senator Judd Gregg and Congressman Eric Cantor are asking for the extension of  the tax cuts set to expire at the end of the year.  The goal is to stimulate the economy by keeping the Bush tax cuts on … Continue reading →

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West Virginia Special Election –

Posted on 9. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The West Virginia Attorney General Darrell McGraw has issued an advisory opinion that Governor Manchin can call a special election.  The special election would be for the unexpired term of the seat held by Senator Byrd.  A special election is … Continue reading →

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New Jersey Property Tax Cap –

Posted on 7. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The New Jersey State Assembly is expected to support the annual property tax increase cap backed by Christie and the State Senate.  The State Assembly is in Democratic hands with Democrats having a 47-33 advantage.  Tax increase will be capped at … Continue reading →

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Immigration Law Challenged –

Posted on 6. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The Justice Department sued the state of Arizona relating to an immigration law that will take effect later in the month.  The Justice Department challenge to the law has been expected. To read a related Wall Street Journal article, please … Continue reading →

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Finance Bill Delayed –

Posted on 1. July 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The Finance Reform bill has been delayed until after the 4th of July recess.  This may cause further changes to the bill as swing votes consider all options.  There has already been the elimination of $19 billion in fees assessed … Continue reading →

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Senator Byrd –

Posted on 28. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Senator Robert Byrd passed away at the age of 92.  Having served 51 years, the Democrat from West Virginia was the longest serving Senator in American history.  He became the longest serving Senator on June 12th, 2006.  Byrd was the chairman … Continue reading →

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Financial Reform Agreement –

Posted on 25. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The House and Senate The House and Senate conference reached an agreement earlier today on financial reform that dilutes the original bill.  This came as great news for the banking sector that was concerned about a number of provisions in … Continue reading →

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Roll Call: Special Reports –

Posted on 21. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Roll Call Policy Briefings are an invaluable resource that provides in depth information on specific topics.  The transportation and energy report states that it looks at roads, rails, and alternative fuels.      To visit the Transportation & Energy Briefing, please click here: … Continue reading →

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