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Defense Dynamics: Navigating the Post-Election Landscape for the National Security Sector Sep 27, 2024

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In this special Eyes on Washington miniseries, Public Policy & Regulation Group members Misha Lehrer, Daniel Sennottand Simon Coon explore the potential effects of the upcoming November elections on defense policy, funding and national security. The three examine how a second Trump Administration or a Harris Administration could impact defense spending, strategy and priorities. They also discuss the role of Congress in advancing or challenging defense initiatives, including oversight, investigations and the passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Furthermore, they emphasize the bipartisan focus on innovation, modernization and competition, particularly with China, and advise industry leaders to stay vigilant for potential shifts and opportunities in the defense sector.

Legislative Implications of Loper Bright and Corner Post Decisions Sep 26, 2024

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In this episode of "The Eyes on Washington Podcast," Public Policy & Regulation attorneysRich Goldand Dimitrios Karakitsos sit down with Arjun Mody, Staff Director to the Senate Republican Conference, to cover the legislative aspects of the Loper Bright and Corner Post decisions. The speakers break down how these decisions are going to impact Congress and in particular the Senate and what they mean for advocates before Congress as well as congressional staff and agencies providing technical assistance in the legislative process moving forward.

Election Roundup: How a Trump Administration Could Shape the Oil and Gas Landscape Sep 10, 2024

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In this special Eyes on Washington mini-series, energy attorneys Elizabeth Craddock and Jim Noe provide insights on the potential trajectory of a second Trump Administration in relation to oil and gas policies. Ms. Craddock and Mr. Noe discuss the continuation of Trump's energy policies in a possible second term, anticipating a focus on expanding domestic energy production and potentially reversing environmental regulations implemented by the Biden Administration. The conversation delves into potential challenges and uncertainties, such as dealing with tariffs and difficulties of repealing certain policies.

This podcast was taped in late August and some issues have updates since then but on a whole the podcast lays out relevant issues for next Administration.

Election Roundup: How a Harris Administration Could Shape the Oil and Gas Landscape Sep 10, 2024

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In this insightful episode of our "Eyes on Washington" election mini-series, Holland & Knight Partners Elizabeth "Liz" Craddock and Jim Noe explore what a potential Harris Administration could mean for the oil and gas industry. Drawing from their extensive experience in energy policy and the oil and gas sector, Ms. Craddock and Mr. Noe discuss Vice President Kamala Harris's evolving stance on energy issues and how it might shape future policies. They also examine the potential continuation or expansion of Biden Administration policies, regulatory challenges and the role of environmental regulations in shaping the industry's future.

This podcast was taped in late August and some issues have updates since then but on a whole the podcast lays out relevant issues for next Administration.

DEA Plants the Seed for Rescheduling Marijuana: What's Next? Jun 11, 2024

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In this episode of "The Eyes on Washington Podcast," Public Policy & Regulation attorneys Michael Werner, Sara Klock, Joshua Odintz and Ed Perlmutter discuss the proposed rule by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to movie marijuana from a Schedule I drug to a Schedule III drug under the Controlled Substances Act. They explore how the reclassification could impact federal and state regulation, U.S. tax policy, banking rules and product approvals. The discussion also highlights the need for stakeholders to carefully engage with these evolving regulatory changes.

Changes in FDA, Cannabis Policies and AI Developments May 13, 2024

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In the latest episode of Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group "Eyes on Washington" podcast series, Healthcare & Life Sciences attorneys Michael Werner and Sara Klock examine pivotal shifts in U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations.

This episode explores updates in three crucial areas: the regulation of laboratory developed tests (LDTs), the proposed reclassifying of cannabis to a Schedule III drug by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the FDA's evolving approach to artificial intelligence (AI). It also covers the FDA's revised guidance on new dietary ingredient notifications (NDINs) for dietary supplements. The discussion provides a comprehensive overview of these significant regulatory updates, breaking down potential impacts and exploring opportunities for industry engagement in influencing upcoming changes.

Emerging Technology in the FY24 NDAA Mar 20, 2024

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In this episode of our Eyes on Washington Podcast Special Miniseries about the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), national security attorney Dan Sennott sits down with corporate and securities attorney David Cole and public policy attorney Paul Stimers. Their discussion centers around general themes in the fiscal year 2024 (FY 2024) NDAA related to emerging technology.

Cybersecurity Provisions in the FY24 NDAA Mar 12, 2024

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In this episode of our Eyes on Washington Podcast Special Miniseries about the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), National Security attorney Dan Sennott is joined by Government Contracts attorney Eric Crusius. Their conversation focuses on cybersecurity provisions in the FY24 NDAA and what those provisions may indicate about future Department of Defense (DoD) priorities, regulations and policies.

This Eyes on Washington Podcast Special Miniseries breaks down the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which is the yearly authorization of funding and policy for the entire Department of Defense (DoD). Hosted by attorney Dan Sennott, this miniseries delves deep into the Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) NDAA, its wide-reaching provisions, policy initiatives and the associated laws being passed in Congress. In each episode of this miniseries, Holland & Knight attorneys will tackle specific topics and themes in the FY24 NDAA.

A Conversation with Andy Rotherham on Hot Topics in Education for 2023 Oct 26, 2023

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This episode was originally released on September 28, 2023 | In this episode of Holland & Knight Public Policy & Regulation Group's "Eyes on Washington" podcast series, Senior Policy Advisor Lauren Maddox sits down with Andy Rotherham, co-founder and partner at Bellwether Education Partners, a national nonprofit organization working to support educational innovation. Their conversation takes a deep dive into the rises and pitfalls taking place in the education space today. Topics discussed include how the U.S. can improve its education system, the long-term effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on learning and school systems, and the use of artificial intelligence in the classroom. Mr. Rotherham shares final thoughts on the challenges and changes being faced in education to wrap up the conversation.

A Conversation on Cannabis: Are Challenges or Changes Coming? Oct 26, 2023

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This episode was originally released on September 25, 2023 | In this episode of the "Eyes on Washington" podcast series by Holland & Knight's Public Policy & Regulation Group, Healthcare and Life Sciences attorneys Michael Werner and Sara Klock discuss recent developments in marijuana, particularly federal legislation and the regulation of cannabis products in the United States. This conversation focuses on the possible rescheduling of marijuana from a Schedule I drug to a Schedule III drug, as recommended by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and the impact that change could have on the industry at large, especially in states where marijuana use is already legal. While the timeline isn’t explicit, Mr. Werner and Ms. Klock emphasize that the regulatory environment is likely to undergo a number of changes in the next couple years and beyond. They also explain how the rescheduling process works and which regulatory bodies and federal agencies play a major role. The discussion concludes with insightful recommendations for industry stakeholders, including growers, distributors, state governments and researchers.

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