Starting with President Obama’s re-election, there has been a concerted effort by many on Capitol Hill to take on one of the most difficult issues in American politics—immigration reform. There is little doubt that the current immigration laws have failed to secure America’s southern border,
On April 16, 2013, the National Club Association joined other prominent voices in the world of golf for the 6th annual National Golf Day on Capitol Hill. These allied organizations, forming the WE ARE GOLF coalition, met with Congressional representatives from across the country to discuss
At the end of March, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania issued a ruling that will have an immediate impact on those clubs that utilize the H-2B Visa Program. Judge Legrome Davis ruled that the current process by which the
Changes in the regulatory landscape—especially with regard to the implementation of the Affordable Care Act (ACA)—have clubs wondering how to balance employee benefits with the club’s financial needs. At the same time there has been a marked increase in employment litigation, making clubs wonder if
On November 6, 2012, citizens of the United States went to the polls to decide what direction the country would take over the next two and four years. When the votes were counted, it seems that all of the bad press and the terrible approval
In the wake of a hard-fought election, the country’s three governing arms prepare to tackle key issues facing the country. On November 6, conventional wisdom was that President Obama would easily win 18 states and the District of Columbia. By so doing, he would take
The First Amendment to this nation’s Constitution is the cornerstone of the existence of private clubs. It provides, “Congress shall make no law … abridging … the right of the people peaceably to assemble.” This amendment not only protects the “freedom of association,” but also
As one of two freshmen on the Elected Leadership Committee, Congressman Timothy Scott (R-S.C) has taken a prominent role in the House of Representatives. He also serves on the influential House Rules Committee and was asked to serve as a Deputy Whip. Scott represents the
This is the sixth and final article in a special six-part series commemorating the 50th anniversary of the National Club Association. This article from the August 1994 issue of Club Director addresses an issue at the heart of the National Club Association—legislative activism. Today, NCA offers new, interactive
The House of Representatives To put the Republican House victory in historical context, this was the largest midterm victory by the opposition party since 1938 when Republicans won 72 seats. The 63 total seats won by the Republicans is the third largest gain by the