Category Archives: General

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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Congressional Baseball –

Posted on 30. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

In a stunning upset, the Democrats beat the Republicans 13-5 in the 49th annual Roll Call Congressional baseball game.  The game was held on Tuesday at Nationals Park. To read a Roll Call article, please click here: http://www.rollcall.com/news/47942-1.html Jim Sutliff

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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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Billionaire Surtax –

Posted on 24. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Three Senators are pitching the idea of a billionaire surtax that would raise the levy to 65% of their estate.  The three Senators are Sanders of Vermont, Harkin of Iowa, and Whitehouse of Rhode Island.  The propsed tax would apply … 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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New Jersey Millionaire Tax –

Posted on 20. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

New Jersey Democrats are expected to vote Monday on the millionaire tax.  The millionaire tax has already faced a veto from Governor Chris Christie and is not expected to have enough votes for an override.  The tax would be for 10.75 … Continue reading →

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Ohio Stimulus Jobs –

Posted on 19. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

There has been a great deal of discussion on the stimulus and how it relates to job creation.  A recent focus has been on Ohio where the topic has been raised at a number of events.  Ohio State Auditor Mary … Continue reading →

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Anti-Incumbent Hype –

Posted on 17. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Congressional Quarterly has an article by Stuart Rothenberg that addresses the anti-incumbent hype in the election news coverage.  Rothenberg does an exceptional job breaking down recent high profile elections.  His article provides analysis that can be enjoyed by all readers … Continue reading →

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Financial Reform Efforts –

Posted on 15. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Recently. there has been a great deal of attention on lobbying efforts related to the financial reform bill.  Closed door meetings are reported as playing a major role in attempts to change the legislation.  Televised conference hearings are one of the few … Continue reading →

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Financial Reform Conferees –

Posted on 14. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Reuters has some background on the financial reform conference committee.  The committee has 12 Senators and 31 House member and a party breakdown weighted towards the Democrats.  The Senate portion has seven Democrats and five Republicans and the House contigency is … Continue reading →

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Jobs Bill –

Posted on 13. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The administration is pushing for a jobs bill which will require almost $50 billion dollars.  Increased taxes on buyout funds managers and an increased levy on oil companies are part of the plan.  To read a related Bloomberg article, please … Continue reading →

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Nevada Becomes Toss-Up –

Posted on 11. June 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Congressional Quarterly politics is rating the Nevada Senate race between Reid and Angle as a toss-up.  Democratic majority leader Harry Reid trails Republican Sharon Angle by double digits in recent polls.  The Angle primary win over Sue Lowden benefits the Democrats but … Continue reading →

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