NAMM Policy Webinar: Pocketbook Policy Update
NAMM monitors and advocates for music, pro-audio, and event technology businesses on issues ranging from tax regulations to access to music education for all. Get the latest updates from NAMM policy professionals about issues including small business relief, trade and shipping, labor policy and regulation, and funding for music education, and brief analysis of President Biden’s 2022 State of the Union address.
Featuring: Chris Cushing, Managing Director, Federal Strategies Team, Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough; Jim Goldberg, NAMM Counsel, Goldberg & Associates, PLLC; and Connie Myers, Policy Advisor, Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough
Opening remarks: Joe Lamond, President and CEO of NAMM
Moderated by: Mary Luehrsen, Director of NAMM Public Affairs and Government Relations
Topics Covered:
- March 1, 2022, State of the Union Address by Pres. Biden
- Federal Relief for Small Business
- Trade and Shipping Update
- Labor Policy and Regulation Update
- Regulatory Issues, including an update on pending CITES standing committee
- Education Policy and funding
Resources Referenced
- The 2022 State of the Union Address
- PPP Forgiveness Summary
- PPP Loan Forgiveness Process
- Shuttered Venues Grants (SVOG)
- Letter Requesting Improvements to the SVOG
- The Securing a Strong Retirement Act of 2021
- Performing Artist Tax Parity Act
- File a Complaint with the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC)
- More on Filing Complaints with the FMC
- Traveling with musical instruments in compliance with CITES rules
- CSFI Lacey Act Musical Instrument Guide
- Webinar – the steps you must follow to comply with this new Oct. 1st Requirement
- US Fish and Wildlife E-permit Site
- Office of Elementary & Secondary Education