Issues lobbied + lobbyists
CAW — Clean Air and Water (quality)
Met with EPA and OMB on proposed Waters of the United States rulemaking. Urged EPA to clarify section 401 water permits. Commented on proposed National Ambient Air Quality Standards
Lobbyists: DEAN FRANKS; LAUREN SCHAPKER; PRIANKA SHARMA
Government entities lobbied: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers); Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES; Office of Management & Budget (OMB); President of the U.S.; SENATE; Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
CIV — Civil Rights/Civil Liberties
Urged proper implementation of the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) programs in alignment with recent court action. Filed comments to EPA on status of DBE program
Lobbyists: RICHARD JULIANO; DEAN FRANKS; DAVID BAUER
Government entities lobbied: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES; SENATE; Transportation, Dept of (DOT)
TRA — Transportation
Support for reauthorization of highway and public transportation programs due in 2026. ARTBA reiterated priorities for proper implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, including but not limited to Buy America provisions. Filed comments with USDOT on strategic plan and digital infrastructure strategy. Engaged with USDOT and White House on implementation of American Security Drone Act
Lobbyists: DEAN FRANKS; DAVID BAUER; LAUREN SCHAPKER; RICHARD JULIANO; PRIANKA SHARMA
Government entities lobbied: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES; SENATE; Transportation, Dept of (DOT); White House Office
LBR — Labor Issues/Antitrust/Workplace
Urged OSHA development of a new heat proposal that addresses varying conditions.
Lobbyists: RICHARD JULIANO; DEAN FRANKS; LAUREN SCHAPKER; PRIANKA SHARMA
Government entities lobbied: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES; Labor, Dept of (DOL); Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA); SENATE
ENV — Environment/Superfund
Supported NEPA reforms to streamline federal permitting process and enhance project delivery. Support for PERMIT Act of 2025. Support for SPEED Act of 2025. Support for Interactive Federal Review Act. Army Corps Nationwide Permits Reissuance
Lobbyists: DEAN FRANKS; LAUREN SCHAPKER; PRIANKA SHARMA
Government entities lobbied: Army, Dept of (Corps of Engineers); Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ); HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES; Office of Management & Budget (OMB); SENATE; White House Office
BUD — Budget/Appropriations
Supported full funding of surface transportation programs in FY 2026 appropriations.
Lobbyists: DAVID BAUER; DEAN FRANKS; LAUREN SCHAPKER
Government entities lobbied: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES; SENATE; Treasury, Dept of
TAX — Taxation/Internal Revenue Code
Support for Highway Trust Fund solvency measures, including S. 536 the Fair SHARE Act, which would impose a fee on electric vehicles.
Lobbyists: DAVID BAUER; DEAN FRANKS; LAUREN SCHAPKER
Government entities lobbied: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES; SENATE