Cozen Cities - April 2, 2025

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

Chicago’s La Salle Corridor Revitalization Initiative kicked off last week, beginning with the transformation of a historic 14-story Loop office building into housing, adding over 1,000 new apartments.

FedRAMP Update – New Approach(es) to Authorization on the Way [Alert]

Publication - Government & Regulatory, Government Contracts

Eric Leonard, with the assistance of Kristina Zaslavskaya, discusses the General Services Administration launch of FedRAMP 20x, which is a new initiative designed to create a new framework for the authorization and assessment of cloud services for the federal government.

Entering the United States as a Foreign National? Here Is What You Need to Know [Alert]

Publication - Immigration Policy & Strategy

David Adams and Scott Bettridge discuss key information foreign nationals need to know for various employment-based visa categories given the Trump administration's changes to U.S. immigration policy.

From Involved Law Student to Successful Commercial Litigator

News - Class Actions, Commercial Litigation

Ashley Gomez-Rodon was featured in a University of Miami Law School alumni story discussing her time as a student in law school.

Caution, Your Family Arrangement May Not Hold Up in Court [Alert]

Publication - Canadian Family Practice

Jeannette Aucoin and Alexandra Chipperfield discuss the appeal court's decision in Bradley v. Callahan.

Cozen Currents: Trump's Full Court Press

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

“Despite the myriad factions among congressional Republicans, President Donald Trump has for the most part imposed his will on GOP lawmakers. He is now shifting his focus to the independent judiciary.” — Howard Schweitzer, CEO, Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies

The Robots Are Coming: Navigating Privacy Challenges in AI-Powered Robotics in Public Settings and Homes, Part 2 [Transformative AI: Legal Leaps]

Publication - Artificial Intelligence, Business, Privacy Litigation – Emerging Trends, Technology, Privacy & Data Security

Christopher Dodson and Andrew Baer continue their examination of privacy issues surrounding AI-powered robotics in the second installment of their series on Cozen O’Connor’s Transformative AI: Legal Leaps blog.

New York Note: City Legislation, Cap-and-Invest, Swim Lessons

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

Last Wednesday, the NYC Council convened a Stated meeting, where they passed and introduced multiple pieces of legislation.

FY2026 H-1B Lottery Has Been Completed and Registrants Notified of Selection [Alert]

Publication - Immigration Policy & Strategy

Kelli Natrin and Fran Rayer discuss the completion of the H-1B lottery.

Pennsylvania Perspective for Monday, March 31, 2025

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

The Pennsylvania House advanced a bill earlier this month to address concerns about doctor practices and patient care by increasing oversight of the state’s medical marijuana program.

Illinois Insights: An update from Cozen O'Connor (3/31)

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

“Gov. JB Pritzker will lead a delegation of public and private business leaders on a three-day trade mission to Mexico, to strengthen the state’s relationship with the country in the wake of President Donald Trump issuing tariffs on goods imported from Mexico and other countries,” by the Chicago Business Journal.

Beth Brennan Named to CSPA’s 2025 Above & Beyond List

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

Beth A. Brennan, a senior principal of Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies’ Philadelphia and Harrisburg offices, was named to City & State Pennsylvania’s 2025 Above and Beyond list, showcasing strong female role models in the workforce.

FinCEN Exempts US Entities and Persons from CTA [Alert]

Publication - Business, Corporate, Corporate Transparency Act

Larry Laubach, Ingrid Welch, and Steven Katkov discuss the latest with the Corporate Transparency Act.

GOP AGs Fired Up About Coal | NY Gets to Root of Data Breach | FL Investigates DEI/ESG Investing Policies

Publication - State Attorneys General

Broad Street Brief: City Council Talks Tax Reform, HOME Initiative

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

During her speech outlining details of her proposed $2 billion Housing Opportunities Made Easy (HOME) Initiative on Monday, Mayor Cherelle Parker urged the City Council to streamline redevelopment processes and consider limiting councilmanic prerogative, a tradition giving district Council members significant control over land use and development decisions in the neighborhoods they represent.

Pennsylvania Perspective for Thursday, March 27, 2025

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

Governor Josh Shapiro is challenging the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) decision to cancel $13 million in funding for Pennsylvania farmers who supply food banks, arguing the move is unlawful and pledging further legal action if necessary to protect farmers and ensure food access for those in need. The Pennsylvania Capital-Star has more.

Democracy Defender an Easier Path to Get On the Ballot [AmLaw NY]

Publication - Commercial Litigation, Government & Regulatory

Jerry Goldfeder contributed a column to AmLaw NY discussing the need to reform the route to ballot access in New York.

The Invisible Hand of the New York City Budget Director

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

Ken Fisher authored a column in AmLaw NY analyzing the far-reaching influence of New York City’s budget director, Jacques Jiha, Ph.D., and his central role in the Adams administration.

Virginia Viewpoint: Executive Edits

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

When the General Assembly reconvenes in Richmond next week, legislators will face a staggeringly full agenda.

Federal Contract Issues May Lead to W&H Suits, Lawyer Says

News - Government Contracts, Transportation & Trade

Eric Leonard, co-chair of the firm’s Government Contracts practice, was interviewed in a Law360 article discussing what the rescission of Executive Order 14026 means for contractors and their wage obligations.