Category Archives: Regulatory

House Health Care Vote –

Posted on 19. January 2011 by Jim Sutliff

The House voted 245-189 to repeal the Obama health care bill.  Three Democrats voted with Republicans and the bill will now move to the Senate.  The repeal bill still needs to pass the Democratic controlled Senate and will likely face a … Continue reading →

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Tax Code Overhaul –

Posted on 16. November 2010 by Jim Sutliff

A comprehensive overhaul of the tax code could take place in the near future.  Recently, Treasury Secretary Timothy Geitner indicated that the tax code was in need of a major overhaul.  Congressional Republicans have also supported an overhaul of the … Continue reading →

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Tax Cut Compromise –

Posted on 6. November 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Barack Obama is moving in the direction of a tax cut compromise during the lame duck session.  Tax rates will rise in 2011 if action is not taken to keep the Bush tax cuts.  The White House has also indicated that … Continue reading →

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Beltway Business –

Posted on 5. November 2010 by Jim Sutliff

A recent Business In The Beltway article on Forbes discusses the priorities of the new Congress.  Republican victories in the House and Senate have changed the political landscape and are likely to shift policies on tax.  Tax will almost certainly be … Continue reading →

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Quantitative Easing –

Posted on 2. November 2010 by Jim Sutliff

A recent survey indicated that 53 of 56 economists expected the Federal Reserve to start a second round of quantitative easing.  The survey also indicated that 29 economists expect the amount to exceed $500 billion.  The stock market is expected to … Continue reading →

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Redistricting Edge –

Posted on 11. October 2010 by Jim Sutliff

 Republicans and Democrats are fighting to gain the redistricting edge that will yield Congressional gains in the 2012 election.  Republicans are investing heavily in five states that may bring 25-30 new Republicans to Washington in 2012.  The five states are Pennsylvania, Ohio, Texas, … Continue reading →

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Kudlow Commentary –

Posted on 10. October 2010 by Jim Sutliff

 Larry Kudlow has written an article on the economy, stock market, and the coming elections.  The article can be found on Real Clear Politics and it is well worth the time to read.  Kudlow discusses recent economic data, possible trade … Continue reading →

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Estate Tax At 0% –

Posted on 8. October 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The estate tax is at 0% until the end of 2010 and that is creating a great deal of estate planning activity.  Unless Congress takes action the tax will rise to 55% in 2011.  Senators Kyl and Lincoln have proposed a plan … Continue reading →

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Dodd-Frank Modifications –

Posted on 6. October 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The financial reform bill is likely to be changed significantly when Congress returns next year.  Republicans are expected to gain seats in the House and Senate and could gain control of both chambers.  Republicans will need 51 Senators to have control of the Senate … Continue reading →

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Chinese Yuan Bill –

Posted on 29. September 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The House is attempting to pass legislation directed at the Chinese Yuan.  The goal is to  persuade China to allow their currency to increase in value.  The legislation would consider the undervalued Yuan a subsidy and allow for extra duties to be placed … Continue reading →

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Democrats Postpone Tax Vote –

Posted on 27. September 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The Democrats have postponed a vote on the Bush era tax cuts until after the election.  Democrats expect to have the votes to pass the Obama tax plan which lets some of the Bush tax cuts expire.  There is a likelihood that … Continue reading →

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Last Four Years –

Posted on 25. September 2010 by Jim Sutliff

The last four years of economic policies from the Democratic Congress  are a subjest of an article in the Wall Street Journal.  The Opinion Journal article discusses the Democrats retreat on tax policy as they close in on the elections.  Republicans are … Continue reading →

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High Earner Tax Rate –

Posted on 23. September 2010 by Jim Sutliff

High earners will get slammed with even more taxes under the Obama tax plan.  High income New York City residents will be the most taxed in America if the tax increases are allowed to take effect.  The Tax Foundation reported that … Continue reading →

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Boehner Supports Tax Cuts –

Posted on 13. September 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Republican John Boehner has indicated that he will vote to support a tax cut that does not include incomes at or above $250,000 per year.  This move is likely to break a stalemate over the extension of tax cuts for all Americans.  The … Continue reading →

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Proposed Tax Cut Extension –

Posted on 8. September 2010 by Jim Sutliff

Republican John Boehner has proposed a two year extension for all of the Bush tax cuts.  Previously, the Republicans opposed a short term extension and instead wanted the tax cuts to become permanent.  A two year extension would delay an … Continue reading →

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