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How to Choose a Lobbyist
How to Choose a Lobbyist

Since the early 2000s, there has been a steady increase in the amount of government activity that has directly affected healthcare stakeholders. Prior to this time-period, companies could afford to focus only on differentiating their products from their competitors. Now companies are finding that during their strategic planning meetings, they must account for how state and federal government activity may impact their bottom line. In addition to having a Government Affairs staff, these same companies are starting to realize the importance of having established a relationship with a lobbyist. The question is how do you find the right lobbyist for your organization?

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CFPB Will Invoke Dormant Authority to Scrutinize Nonbank Companies
CFPB Will Invoke Dormant Authority to Scrutinize Nonbank Companies

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued an announcement that it is “invoking a largely unused legal provision to examine nonbank financial companies that pose risks to consumers. The CFPB believes that utilizing this dormant authority will help protect consumers and level the playing field between banks and nonbanks. The CFPB is also seeking public comments on a procedural rule to make this process more transparent.”

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banking, finance, fintechRon LantonConsumer Financial Protection Bureau, nonbanks, Dodd-Frank, Consumer Protection Act, CFPB
SAFE Banking Act introduced Into the U.S. Senate
SAFE Banking Act introduced Into the U.S. Senate

U.S. Senators Merkley (D-OR) and Daines (R-MT) have introduced the Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act, to ensure that legal cannabis operators have access to banking services. The bill can be viewed here.

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cannabis, banking, Congress, hemp, U.S. Senate, recreational marijuana, pharmaceuticals, adult use marijuana, financeRon LantonSecure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act, Cannabis, Banking, CBD, medical marijuana, recreational marijuana, U.S. Senate, Congress
Lanton Strategies: D.C. Based Lobbying Firm with No State Boundaries
Lanton Strategies: D.C. Based Lobbying Firm with No State Boundaries

COVID-19 has changed the way that we interact in a variety of ways. One of them being the way that businesses large and small interact with the government. Gone are the days where we can meet people in person without having to worry about travel restrictions and COVID-19 protocol. What remains is that businesses still need to get their voices heard. This is where Lanton Strategies has a strategic advantage.

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Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act of 2019 Still Pending in Congress
Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act of 2019 Still Pending in Congress

The Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act of 2019 (SAFE Banking Act) is still pending in Congress. Also known as H.R. 1595, the bill proposes to create protections for depository institutions that provide financial services to cannabis-related legitimate businesses and service providers for such businesses.

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healthcare, marijuana, medical marijuana, bankingRon LantonH.R. 1595, SAFE Banking Act, Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act, Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act, U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives
Will 2021 Witness the Creation of More State Green Banks?
Will 2021 Witness the Creation of More State Green Banks?

With the incoming Biden Administration, the President elect has announced his new environmental plan “To Build a Modern, Sustainable Infrastructure and Equitable Clean Energy Future.” Among the various policy points discussed in the plan, one interesting initiative describes the development of “innovative financing mechanisms that leverage private sector dollars to maximize investment in the clean energy revolution.” This last sentence reminds me of what happened in Connecticut with regards to their Green Bank.

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Green Energy, Clean Energy, Infrastructure, banking, fintech, financeRon LantonInfrastructure, Clean Energy, Sustainable, Green Bank, Connecticut, green energy
The Rise of the Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC)
The Rise of the Special Purpose Acquisition Company (SPAC)

With the tumultuous chain of events we have witnessed throughout 2020, we have also been hearing more about the rise of SPACs. We have been getting asked more about SPACs such as what they are and what is their role within Wall Street?

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Lanton Law Opens Cannabis Practice
Lanton Law Opens Cannabis Practice

Lanton Law believes that the cannabis market will continue to evolve and expand. Notwithstanding this market potential is the fact that medical and adult-use cannabis operations are confronted with a complex patchwork of state and federal laws and regulations that we assist a variety of businesses with.

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Where Do Biden & Trump Stand On The Issues?
Where Do Biden & Trump Stand On The Issues?

With election season underway many are wondering where the two Presidential candidates stand on the issues of importance to voters.

Reuters did a great summary found here that explains the major differences from the economy, trade, healthcare, etc.

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The New Concerns of a Digital Workplace
The New Concerns of a Digital Workplace

We are honored to have worked with STACK for Pharmacy on a great and timely webinar titled “The New Concerns of a Digital Workplace. COVID-19 has changed the way that we work, communicate and transfer information and finances. We discuss the early trends of what we are seeing from a transitioning marketplace.

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With the Debate Over Data Privacy Increasing, Senator Gillibrand Proposes Legislation to Create New Data Protection Agency
With the Debate Over Data Privacy Increasing, Senator Gillibrand Proposes Legislation to Create New Data Protection Agency

U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) has announced the creation of new legislation titled the Data Protection Act. According to the Senator’s press release, the bill would create “the Data Protection Agency (DPA), an independent federal agency that would protect Americans’ data, safeguard their privacy, and ensure data practices are fair and transparent.

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Congress, data, data privacy, tech, technology, life sciences, IoT, hospitals, HealthIT, healthcare, fintech, finance, bankingRon LantonData Protection Agency, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand
Bi-Partisan Political Controversy Surrounding Cashless Stores
Bi-Partisan Political Controversy Surrounding Cashless Stores

On January 30th, the U.S. House Committee on Financial Services held a hearing titled “Is Cash Still King? Reviewing the Rise of Mobile Payments.” The Committee headed by Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA) held this hearing to determine whether businesses should be allowed or prohibited from refusing cash payments in stores. The policy rationale behind the debate is whether cashless stores would have the unintended consequences of harming marketplace access for low-income Americans who do not have a bank account. 

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