Federal Legislation

The Power Behind the Podium
Industry The Power Behind the Podium
The Senate parliamentarian wields quiet but real influence over what Congress ca...
May 29, 2025
Social Security Must Be Taxed
Industry Social Security Must Be Taxed
Freeing Social Security benefits from taxation seems good in the short term, but...
May 28, 2025
Congress Mulls Tax Breaks for Disaster Readiness
Industry Congress Mulls Tax Breaks for Disaster Readiness
Two bills to promote home fortification for natural catastrophes have earned bip...
April 1, 2025
When Congress Disapproves
Industry When Congress Disapproves
Presidential executive orders might get the most attention, but the legislative ...
March 3, 2025
Tax Reform and Reconciliation
Industry Tax Reform and Reconciliation
Republicans will lean on the reconciliation process to reauthorize the 2017 Tax ...
March 3, 2025
States not Slowing This Year
Industry States not Slowing This Year
While Congress struggles to pass meaningful policy on insurance, state legislatu...
January 15, 2025
Congress Avoids Gov't Shutdown, for Now
Podcasts Congress Avoids Gov't Shutdown, for Now
A Christmas miracle on Capitol Hill keeps the federal government funded through ...
December 19, 2024
The Rules of Reconciliation
Industry The Rules of Reconciliation
Reconciliation has been a powerful tool for passage of major legislation, but it...
October 1, 2024
What to Know for the 2024 Election
Industry What to Know for the 2024 Election
The Council is launching a voter education program to help its members prepare f...
August 28, 2024
Challenges and Opportunities Ahead
Industry Challenges and Opportunities Ahead
Considering the future of The Council and the industry as I take the reins as CE...
July 15, 2024