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Tax-Writers Focused, Looking Toward 2017 for Large-Scale Reforms; Treasury Set to Move on Section 385 Regulations

Legislative Activity Lawmakers Look at Specific Tax Policy Priorities with an Eye Toward Tax Reform in 2017 With the House last week having passed various targeted pieces of tax legislation, it is clear that much of the rest of this Congress will be devoted to more narrow asks, though continued efforts in anticipation of tax … Continue Reading

Many Tax Policy Priorities Remain as Retirement and Pension in Focus for Finance; Treasury Full Steam Ahead on Section 385

Legislative Activity Many Tax Policy Priorities Outstanding as Congress Looks to Home Stretch With Congress back in Washington for several weeks of work before adjourning in advance of the November Election, tax-writers have much work in store – though the lack of legislative days, coupled with the complex and divisive nature of some of the … Continue Reading

Senate to Consider Measures on Sexual Assault in the Military and Blocking Cuts to Veterans’ Pensions; Congressional Turnover and Appointments

Defense Legislative Branch Activity Congress This week, the Senate is expected to focus on legislative measures that address sexual assault in the military and blocking a cut to veterans’ pensions. Congressional Turnover After more than two decades in the House of Representatives, House Armed Services Committee Member Robert Andrews (D-New Jersey)  announced on Tuesday that he will resign … Continue Reading
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