The annual filing for state and local contractors required under New Jersey Chapter 271 (Form BE) is due March 31, 2025. As we have described in previous client alerts, this report must be filed by a business entity if it...more
As those in the U.S. enter tax season, now is a good time to review and ensure company PACs are in compliance with federal tax law. As organizations that primarily engage in political activities, PACs are generally tax-exempt...more
New federal campaign contribution limits have been announced by the Federal Election Commission (FEC). Per the requirements of the Bipartisan Campaign Reform Act of 2002, the FEC must adjust certain federal contribution...more
The following summarizes periodic pay-to-play reporting requirements under laws in Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia and Rhode Island. Certain companies must file reports regarding their business...more
In a memorandum published on February 5, 2025, newly confirmed Attorney General Pam Bondi announced sweeping standards for the Department of Justice’s (DOJ’s) exercise of prosecutorial discretion and charging decisions. The...more
2/7/2025
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On December 23, 2024, former President Joe Biden signed into law the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025, which includes a provision prohibiting the Department of Defense (DOD) from contracting with...more
2/4/2025
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On November 5, 2024, Maine residents voted in favor of passing a ballot measure that limits contributions from individuals, PACs and business entities to PACs “for the purpose of making independent expenditures” to...more
Now that the 2024 election has passed, individuals and organizations must be mindful of special legal issues that arise from contributions made to, and expenses incurred for, federal, state or local inaugural or transition...more
12/2/2024
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On October 8, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit granted the state of Ohio’s motion to stay a preliminary injunction, previously issued by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, against...more
On September 24, 2024, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit temporarily stayed a preliminary injunction, previously issued by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio, against a portion of Ohio’s...more