Pennsylvania Perspective for Thursday, August 7, 2025

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

Senate President Kim Ward (R-Westmoreland) has proposed a six-month budget to keep Pennsylvania operating as the legislative stalemate over school choice and mass transit funding continues.

AGs All Out on Offshore Gambling | NJ AG Secures $2B DuPont Deal | CT AG Weighs In on Bootleg GLP-1s

Publication - State Attorneys General

60th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act

News - Commercial Litigation, Government & Regulatory

Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on Spectrum News NY1 to discuss how the Voting Rights Act is shaping the ongoing debate over redistricting in Texas.

Breaking the Ice: M&A Lawyer Works Around the Globe, Clock

News - Capital Markets & Securities, Mergers & Acquisitions, Mergers & Acquisitions – Global, Private Equity

Chris Bellini is profiled in a Minnesota Lawyer article that highlights his role as co-managing partner of the firm's Minneapolis office. He discusses his international practice, experience in private equity and capital markets, and his approach to solving complex corporate transactions.

OSHA Looks to Expand Voluntary Safety Assessment Program

News - Labor & Employment, Workplace Safety and Health

John Ho discussed the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's efforts to expand its Voluntary Protection Programs.

SEC Swiftly Launches Project Crypto [Alert]

Publication - Business, Capital Markets & Securities, Corporate - Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Technology

Rikisha Collins, Kathy Jaffari, and Mehrnaz Jalali discuss the SEC's newly launched Project Crypto, which aims to create clear regulations for the digital asset market.

Cozen Cities - August 6, 2025

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

Boston is partnering with the Bloomberg Philanthropies City Data Alliance to improve resident services using AI and analytics.

Illinois Insights: An update from Cozen O'Connor (8/6)

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

“Gov. JB Pritzker on Tuesday opened the door further to a potential mid-decade congressional remap in Illinois, as Texas Democrats continued their Midwestern refuge and Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin vowed to fight GOP efforts “tooth and nail,” by the Chicago Sun Times.

Opportunity Zones Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act [Alert]

Publication - Business, Real Estate, Tax

James Forsyth discusses the OBBBA's qualified opportunity zone (QOZ) tax legislation, new Qualified Rural Opportunity Fund, and new investment, reporting, and property acquisition rules.

Zak Malik Named to CSNY 2025 Above & Beyond Social Services List

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

Zak Malik, a government relations associate at Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies in New York, has been named to City & State New York’s 2025 Above & Beyond Social Services list.

Pennsylvania Perspective for Monday, August 4, 2025

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

Governor Josh Shapiro (D) says progress is slow but ongoing in Pennsylvania’s overdue budget negotiations, with mass transit funding and school choice among key sticking points.

New York Note: Hochul Urges Federal Gun Ban, Adams Vetoes Council, Council Immigration Legislation, Client Spotlight

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

Following the tragic mass shooting in Manhattan this past week, Governor Kathy Hochul urged federal lawmakers to strengthen national gun safety laws.

Stacey Normington Selected to Receive the Association of Bi-State Motor Carriers’ 2025 Port Community Partnership Award

Press Release - Government & Regulatory, Intermodal & Logistics, Maritime Regulatory, Transportation & Trade - Maritime

Stacey Normington, a senior regulatory specialist in the firm’s Transportation & Trade Group, has been selected to receive the Association of Bi-State Motor Carriers’ 2025 Port Community Partnership Award.

Expert Weighs in on Alleged Forged Signatures on Adams’ Ballot Filing

News - Commercial Litigation, Government & Regulatory

Jerry Goldfeder was a guest on Spectrum News NY1 to discuss the alleged forged signatures on Mayor Eric Adams’ reelection petitions.

Illinois Insights: An update from Cozen O'Connor (8/4)

Publication - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

“Gov. JB Pritzker on Friday signed into law 124 of the 436 bills sent to him by lawmakers in the spring legislative session. The measures signed last week expand what must be covered by state-regulated insurance plans, require libraries to stock opioid antagonists, and add new training requirements for law enforcement officers, medical professionals and food handlers,” by Capitol News Illinois.

State AG Pulse | An Early Peek At the 2026 State AG Elections

Publication - State Attorneys General

In this bonus episode in Season 5, Chris Allen and Chuck Slemp consider the power of incumbency and other determining factors in next year’s bumper state AG election cycle.

East Harlem Families Facing Eviction by MTA to Make Way for Second Ave Subway

News - Real Estate, Zoning, Land Use & Development

Ken Fisher is quoted in a Gothamist article discussing families who are being evicted from their homes in order to extend the Second Avenue subway in New York City.

Results-Driven IP: The Legal Protection Every Entrepreneur Must Have

News - Intellectual Property, Patents, Trademark & Copyright

Edward Weisz recently appeared on the Getting Results with Dr. Jean podcast, where he shared his journey from electrical engineer to patent attorney.

Two Cozen O’Connor Attorneys Named to 2025 Washington Super Lawyers List

Press Release - Bad Faith, Insurance Coverage, Professional Liability Insurance Coverage, Property Insurance - Insurance

SEATTLE, August 1, 2025 — Super Lawyers has named two Cozen O’Connor attorneys to its 2025 Washington list.

How Does HR1 Change the Residential Solar ITC?

News - Business, Tax - Renewable Energy

Chris McLoon is quoted in a Solar Power World article discussing how HR1, the federal budget reconciliation bill, would change the federal residential solar investment tax credit.