Tag: lobbying
SU registers lobbying firm Mercury Public Affairs for federal representation
SU hired Mercury Public Affairs LLC to represent the university at the federal level on higher education issues, according to a March filing. Read More »
Nearly 400 landlords discuss lobbying to change state housing law
New York landlords gathered at the Turning Stone casino last week to discuss the legislation. Read More »
Dana Balter announces 2020 Congressional campaign
Balter said her campaign would focus on support for public education and fair wages for the working class. Read More »
SU lobbying spending drop is due to government relations team’s shift
Syracuse University’s lobbying expenditures fell by 96 percent over the last 10 years. Read More »
MSNBC analyst Joy-Ann Reid discusses Parkland shooting during 2nd University Lecture
Joy-Ann Reid is the host of “AM Joy,” a weekly talk show on MSNBC. Read More »
Protesting Katko isn’t a solution for gun violence in the US
Conservative columnist Brandon Ross condemns protesters who are using the Parkland, Florida, high school shooting to attack Rep. John Katko and the NRA. Read More »
Local firefighters weigh in on cancer treatment bill recently signed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo
Under a framework set up under the bill, volunteer firefighters will be able to receive health benefits to help cover the costs of cancer treatment. Read More »
President Donald Trump’s efforts to limit lobbying may not be enough, experts say
President Trump issued an executive order banning his administration’s officials from lobbying for five years after they leave their posts. Experts have mixed feelings about what effects his proposals may have. Read More »
Hollywood buckles up for tumultuous Trump presidency
As the United States moves into what will certainly be an eventful Donald Trump presidential term, movie columnist Erik Benjamin speculates on what that means for Hollywood. Read More »
As advocates lobby to bring Uber to Syracuse, critics express concern over safety and insurance regulations
This spring, Syracuse University Student Association President Aysha Seedat will travel to Albany to lobby in support of Uber, with the intent of bringing it and other ride-hailing services, such as Lyft, to Syracuse. Read More »
Syracuse University reports $60,000 in total lobbying in fourth quarter of 2015
Syracuse University reported $60,000 in total lobbying activity for the fourth quarter of 2015. That was equal to the lobbying reported in the second and third quarters. Read More »
Syracuse University should back Centro if campus bus services face cuts
The Daily Orange Editorial Board argues that Syracuse University should oppose legislation that would impose budget cuts on Centro, but only if the cuts would affect on-campus bus services. Read More »
Syracuse University uses extensive lobbying operation to have voice be heard
Syracuse University strategically lobbies and maintains contact with national and state politicians to ensure that the university's interests are being represented on Capitol Hill. Read More »
SU lobbies for civil rights, $60,000 total in 4th quarter of 2014
SU reported $60,000 in total lobbying activity for the fourth quarter of 2014 — down $10,000 from the $70,000 SU lobbied in the third quarter. The fourth quarter report covered Oct. 1, 2014 through Dec. 31, 2014. Read More »