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New Bill Would Bring Opportunity-Zone-Style Tax Breaks To U.S. Shipbuilding
Representative Mike Kelly has introduced legislation to establish up to 100 maritime prosperity zones across coastal areas, major rivers, and the Great Lakes, offering targeted tax incentives to maritime supply chain companies, workforce training programs, and advanced manufacturing operations. The proposal aligns with the Trump administration's broader initiative to revitalize the domestic maritime industry by layering new maritime designations onto the existing Qualified Opportunity Zones framework.
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Liskow & Lewis
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Section 232 Aluminum Program Ties Reduced-Duty Import Allowances to U.S. Production Investments
President Trump's July 2026 proclamation introduces a groundbreaking incentive program that cuts Section 232 aluminum tariffs in half for companies committing to build, expand, or refurbish U.S. primary aluminum smelters. The program ties tariff relief to projected facility output and requires construction to begin by January 2029, while leaving open questions about foreign investment participation and benefit-sharing arrangements.
Worldwide International
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Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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Holland & Knight Health Dose: July 21, 2026
As Congress faces a shrinking legislative runway before the August 2026 recess, healthcare stakeholders navigate a complex landscape of appropriations debates, regulatory updates, and policy shifts spanning Medicare reimbursement, drug pricing negotiations, and psychedelic therapy frameworks. With the House advancing a continuing resolution and multiple committees marking up healthcare legislation, the intersection of fiscal constraints and expanding healthcare priorities creates both challenges and opportu
United States Government
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Holland & Knight
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House Bill Would Establish Dedicated Biotechnology Official In State Department
Representative Rich McCormick introduces legislation to establish a dedicated biotechnology leadership position within the U.S. Department of State, responding to recommendations from the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology. The bill aims to coordinate America's international biotechnology strategy and counter strategic rivals in this critical arena of global competition.
United States Government
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Bergeson & Campbell
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DHS Rescinds 2022 Public Charge Regulation In Favor Of Policy Guidance
The Biden administration's 2022 public charge rule provided specific guidance on how government assistance factors into immigration inadmissibility determinations. Now, a new DHS rule set to take effect in September 2026 will rescind those clarifications and shift toward broader adjudicator discretion based on a "totality of circumstances" review. What will this mean for foreign nationals seeking permanent residence in the United States, and how might expanded discretion affect application outcomes?
United States Immigration
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Mintz
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Protecting Kids From GenAI
The AI industry's rush to capture young users has created a dangerous landscape where children as young as 11 are exposed to unpredictable chatbot systems. With tech giants like Google and Meta expanding AI access to minors despite documented cases of harmful interactions, the question of regulatory protection becomes urgent as federal lawmakers debate comprehensive legislation while states forge ahead with their own protective measures.
United States Strategy
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Boies Schiller Flexner
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The Topline: Steptoe Appropriations Newsletter
Washington faces unprecedented challenges as the Senate grapples with the loss of influential Senator Lindsey Graham, ongoing leadership vacancies, and stalled appropriations negotiations. With Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticizing partisan budgeting approaches and Republicans struggling to advance spending bills, the path forward for FY27 funding remains uncertain. House leadership's announcement of a clean continuing resolution and advancement of a narrow $95 billion budget resolution add furth
United States Government
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Steptoe LLP
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Texas Takes Aim At Data Centers: Tax Incentives And Grid Costs In The Crosshairs
Texas Governor Greg Abbott's directive and an upcoming Senate Finance Committee hearing mark a potential turning point for data center regulation in the state. With sales tax exemptions projected to reach $3.3 billion and growing concerns over infrastructure costs, water usage, and electric reliability, lawmakers are poised to reshape the policies that have made Texas a premier destination for data center investment.
United States Government
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Holland & Knight
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Compliance Notes - Vol. 7, Issue 14
This comprehensive digest examines recent developments in campaign finance, lobbying compliance, and government ethics across multiple U.S. states, including Alaska's political contribution limits, Arizona's dark money disclosure requirements, and federal actions affecting election administration. The update covers enforcement actions, legislative changes, and ballot measures that will shape political transparency and accountability standards.
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Nossaman LLP
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Podcast - The Impact Of The Supreme Court's Decision In Trump V. Slaughter
A Supreme Court decision has eliminated removal protections for Federal Trade Commission commissioners and other independent agency leaders, fundamentally altering the balance of presidential power over regulatory bodies. Consumer protection attorney Anthony DiResta examines the implications of Trump v. Slaughter and what this shift means for companies navigating an increasingly fluid regulatory environment. The ruling signals potential rapid changes in enforcement priorities, rulemaking, and oversight acro
United States Government
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Holland & Knight
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