To help businesses prepare for the heightened political landscape, Powell Tate will be providing regular insights and counsel throughout the 2024 campaigns. To jump start the countdown to Election Day 2024, we’ve prepared the first guidance to inform how businesses consider and prepare for internal and external communications relative to the campaigns and elections. […]
This edition of Policy Matters takes a look at the politics and policies in play, including around the ongoing government funding negotiations and Speaker election, as well as what remains on the 2023 agenda in D.C. We also round up the latest election news, including the 2024 presidential campaigns, several odd-year elections at the state level and the new Supreme Court term. […]
AI regulation, collaboration and risk management actions are accelerating in the United States, United Kingdom and Europe. This edition of AI Policy Pulse provides an overview of recent events in Washington, D.C., London and Brussels. […]
Our latest national survey “Pulse on America: Public and Employee Opinions on Business and Societal Issues” sheds light on employees’ and consumers’ attitudes on corporate social engagement, the term “woke,” and recent rulings related to affirmative action and LGBTQ+ issues. […]
The rapid advancement of generative AI tools is capturing urgent attention from regulators and legislators around the world. As AI policymaking races to keep up with these fast-moving capabilities, we provide updates on what’s happening around the globe. […]
This edition of Policy Matters looks at key cases in the 2022-2023 term of the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS), which concludes at the end of June. As with last year’s term, blockbuster cases are on the docket – and there have already been some notable decisions. […]
This edition of Policy Matters looks at some of the biggest, most divisive issues playing out at the state level in 2023. Several states are proving to be “trend-setters” – on the leading edge of certain policies that have captured the attention and energy of the national political parties. The outcomes of the 2023 state legislative session preview some of the issues that will dominate campaigns up and down the ballot in the 2024 elections. […]
From geopolitics to cyberattacks to ESG, major trends are shaping our world. We are excited to share the latest perspectives on a variety of critical issues. Unpredictions: Insights into policy, business, tech, media and culture around the world explores these trends and raises some overarching questions for organizations and their leaders to consider. […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) technology is accelerating exponentially and dramatically changing how companies operate on a global scale. This article talks about how AI technologies are emerging in the public and private sectors and the major issues for policymakers. […]
This edition of Policy Matters provides an overview of the congressional oversight process and agenda, which has renewed relevance in the narrowly divided 118th Congress. […]
Powell Tate’s report, Leading at the Intersections 2023 provides our clients with actionable insights on some of the biggest issues of the moment, what to be watching for in 2023, as well as some of our best thinking from the past year. […]
In preparation for the 118th Congress, a number of prominent issues stand to be top-of-mind for policymakers and brands alike. We’ve prepared briefs on various issues to help clients and organizations plan ahead. […]
Foreign policy was not a determining factor in the U.S. midterm elections. The outcome is unlikely to shift the international priorities of the Biden administration as it confronts a fractured geopolitical landscape in 2023. In this article, we examine the midterm elections results’ implications for U.S. foreign policy. […]
This edition of Policy Matters provides an overview of the results of the November 8 midterm elections as we know them today – from Congress to the states – even as a number of races remain too close or too early to call. […]
This edition of Policy Matters provides an update on the November 8 midterm elections, involving state and local ballot measures, all 435 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives, 35 Senate seats, 36 governorships and many state officials — from state legislators to secretaries of state. […]
As Powell Tate works with clients to prepare for the 2022 midterm elections and a new Congress, Democrat Ashley Etienne and Republican Peter Carson crossed the proverbial aisle to talk about what issues and races they’re watching, their predictions and what to expect from the new Congress. […]
As world leaders, CEOs, advocates and policymakers convene for the UN General Assembly, NY Climate Week and several other high-profile convenings this month, our team is tracking key climate trends, policies, events and implications for corporate leaders. We created the Climate Spotlight 2022 briefing to provide an overview of recent trends and policy actions and look ahead to global climate diplomacy through the end of this year. […]
While U.S. is debating a series of technology policies, Europe is moving ahead to remake its digital regulatory landscape. The Digital Services Act (DSA) and the Digital Markets Act (DMA) are intended to address changes that have altered the EU’s digital economy in recent years. Both laws will apply to U.S. companies operating in Europe — and some provisions may be an indicator for legislative action in Washington. […]
After a 30-year fight over drug pricing, the Inflation Reduction Act focuses on five main provisions that will impact drug prices for Medicare beneficiaries. Read more to learn about each provision and what to expect next. […]
From Inflation Reduction Act, National Gun Safety Legislation, to CHIPS and Science Act, the summer edition of Powell Tate Policy Matters focuses on some of the most high-profile legislation that has passed both chambers in recent months, as well as what’s on deck for Fall after Congress resumes. […]
Designed to tackle climate change, lower healthcare costs, reduce the federal deficit and fight inflation, the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 includes the largest federal investment to slow global warming, support the development of a green economy, and mitigate the impact of a changing climate on businesses and society. […]
The World Economic Forum hosted an off cycle Annual Meeting on 22–26 May. Our experts are tracking five trends from the Davos dialogue with implications for global companies navigating issues and reputation at the intersection of geopolitics, capital markets and ESG. […]
With federal policymakers at a near standstill on many economic and social issues, state-level elected officials are having an increasing impact on Americans’ daily lives. This edition of Policy Matters looks at how states are handling key issues from data privacy to climate change, and more. […]
Across America, the “Infrastructure Decade” is upon us. The $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act will impact almost every industry and community across the nation. Companies should assess how they plan to navigate the business and communications opportunities surrounding the government funding. […]
Technology companies are facing a set of legal and regulatory challenges in the United States and Europe. Companies should closely monitor developments, develop communications around their positions and the potential impact on their operations and begin to prepare to comply with new laws. […]
Following the close of the first session of the 117th Congress ahead of the holiday recess, this issue of Policy Matters provides an update on must-pass legislation and other hot-button political matters before the House and Senate. […]
As the world enters a new year, continued uncertainty over the path of the global COVID-19 pandemic, an evolving set of economic challenges, rising political and social unrest and the prospect of geopolitical conflicts that could disrupt business and international relations persist. Going into 2022, we’re keeping our eyes on several key issues and events. […]