State of the Union Recap

State of the Union Recap

Jan 21, 2015 | Blog

Last night, the President gave his sixth State of the Union address where he outlined his policy agenda for the coming year (video, transcript). The tone of the speech was decidedly optimistic, with broad language urging Congress to work with him to get things done....
State of the Union Recap

Thune Sends Letter to IRS Defending Family Businesses

Oct 6, 2014 | Blog

Over the past several months, PATG has been tracking speculation from inside and outside Washington that the IRS may issue proposed regulations aimed at curbing the availability of valuation discounts for interests in closely-held entities. As you know, such a change...
State of the Union Recap

Election Results Create New Dynamic for Fiscal Cliff Talks

Nov 25, 2012 | Blog

With the November 6 elections in the rear view, thoughts turn to the lame duck session and the coming 113th Congress. Observers inside the beltway continue to work to interpret the election results and determine how they will shape the near- and long-term prospects...
State of the Union Recap

Election Results Create New Dynamic for Fiscal Cliff Talks

Nov 25, 2012 | Blog

With the November 6 elections in the rear view, thoughts turn to the lame duck session and the coming 113th Congress. Observers inside the beltway continue to work to interpret the election results and determine how they will shape the near- and long-term prospects...