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A Busy December: What We’re Tracking

U.S. Capitol during the holiday season.
U.S. Capitol during the holiday season.

This month marks the first December in quite a few years without a fiscal funding deadline. Nonetheless, Congress has piled up yet another long end of the year to-do list. More importantly, Congress will return from the holiday break in January to an election year with two looming funding deadlines.

Here’s what we’re tracking this December. 
Next Year’s Problem

As always, we will continue to update members on legislative developments as they become available.

U.S. Capitol Building. Source: Ron Cogswell via Flickr
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FY2024 Appropriations

We are tracking the status of FY2024 appropriations, where things stand, and what it all means for bond lawyers.

U.S. Capitol during the holiday season.
U.S. Capitol during the holiday season.
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A Busy December: What We’re Tracking

Congress may have punted its funding problems into next year, but members still face a long to-do list before this holiday season.

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Daniel M. Alsup

Bond lawyer, father of two, third generation New Mexico lawyer, and loves how public finance helps local communities. Meet Daniel M. Alsup.

U.S. Capitol Building. Source: Ron Cogswell via Flickr
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FY2024 Appropriations

We are tracking the status of FY2024 appropriations, where things stand, and what it all means for bond lawyers.

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Carol J. McCoog of Hawkins Delafield & Wood LLP in Portland, OR

Bond lawyer, mom of two, avid soccer fan, and our new NABL President. Meet Carol McCoog.

Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) announces he will not run again for Speaker of the House on October 3, 2023. Source: C-Span.
Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) announces he will not run again for Speaker of the House on October 3, 2023. Source: C-Span.
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Shutdown Averted for Now, McCarthy Out, What’s Next?

A recap of where things currently stand in Washington, what may happen between now and November 17, and what bond lawyers should be watching.

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President’s Corner

In this issue: Focusing on friendships and professional connections and four key things NABL does well to make members better public finance professionals.

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The Bond Lawyer – 2023

Vol 47 | No. 3

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Transforming Public Finance: The Role of Artificial Intelligence

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming public finance worldwide, streamlining processes, and improving decision-making. Yet, this integration raises important legal considerations that must be carefully regulated. Article provided by Dan Rodriguez…

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Public Finance Perspective: Rays of Hope for Public Works Financing

Two recent IRS releases offering relief and promoting financial stability in uncertain economic times address regulatory exceptions for bond guarantees and the treatment of Demand Deposit State and Local Government…

View of the Grand Tetons from Jackson Lake Lodge in Wyoming where economists and central bankers from around the world convened August 24-26, 2023 for the annual Jackson Hole Economic Symposium. Source: Wikimedia Commons
View of the Grand Tetons from Jackson Lake Lodge in Wyoming where economists and central bankers from around the world convened August 24-26, 2023 for the annual Jackson Hole Economic Symposium. Source: Wikimedia Commons
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While We Were Out

We took a break from the Wrap while Congress adjourned for August recess, but this month was nonetheless a busy one. Catch up quickly on updates from while we were…

Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-NC) chairs a House Financial Services Committee meeting on July 12, 2023. Source: HFSC
Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-NC) chairs a House Financial Services Committee meeting on July 12, 2023. Source: HFSC
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ESG Month in Washington

House Republicans have launched a month-long focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors in financial markets. Here’s what we know.

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The Bond Lawyer – 2023

Vol 47 | No. 2