Situational Awareness: Conference Preview
With the House not in session and the Senate with limited activity, this edition of the Washington Weekly Update will focus on the government relations activity at next week’s National Club Conference in Chicago. Register here.
Government Relations Update at #ClubConf23
Next week, NCA Government Relations Committee Chair and Senior Vice President, Platinum Advisors Rob Smith and I will go in-depth on what is going on in Washington that can affect private clubs. This session will provide an inside perspective on legislation and regulations affecting our community from labor issues to WOTUS and more.
ClubPAC Reception
Also at the National Club Conference, I will lead NCA’s ClubPAC Reception to share information on NCA’s advocacy efforts, including issues we are discussing with members of Congress. It is a great opportunity to support your Association’s work on Capitol Hill and share your concerns on legislation being discussed in Washington.
Attendees must have a signed prior authorization form on file to attend. Access it here.
Former U.S. Comptroller General to Speak
David Walker, Former U.S. Comptroller General and renowned fiscal responsibility and government transformation/accountability expert, will share his perspective on the country’s economic outlook as well as America’s standing in the world. This unique look will serve as a valuable forecast for the years ahead.
NCA/CMAA Strategic Collaboration Panel
CMAA President & CEO Jeff Morgan and I will lead a discussion with NCA Board Member Tim Muessle of The Olympic Club and CMAA Board Member Joe Krenn of Farmington Country Club to discuss the strategic collaboration between the organizations to improve club governance.
You can register for the National Club Conference, May 7-9 in Chicago here.
David Walker, Former U.S. Comptroller General and renowned fiscal responsibility and government transformation/accountability expert, will share his perspective on the country’s economic outlook as well as America’s standing in the world. This unique look will serve as a valuable forecast for the years ahead.
National Golf Day May 8-10
National Golf Day will take place May 8-10 on Capitol Hill, allowing golf leaders to share their concern and support on critical issues facing the game, such as:
The PHIT Act – Allows individuals and couples with health savings accounts to use funds toward fitness-related activity and equipment. The funds could also be used to offset the cost of organized fitness or sporting activity for their children.
2023 Farm Bill – Authorizes funding for the National Turfgrass Research Initiative that addresses key concerns for the industry.
H-2B Visas – This program provides valuable and much needed staffing for clubs. Its expansion beyond the annual 66,000 cap is crucial for the industry’s success.
Modernizing the U.S. Tax Code – Updating the tax code to include the golf industry to receive various forms of disaster relief and economic stimulus.