TFG Principal David Hoover Participates in Utilities Technology Council Broadband Workshop

Experts discuss new opportunities for the broadband sector in the American Jobs Plan infrastructure package.

On June 24, The Ferguson Group (TFG) Principal David Hoover shared his decades of telecommunications policy expertise as a panelist  on the “The New Broadband Deal: How the Biden Infrastructure Plan Empowers Utilities to Bridge the Digital Divide” panel discussion.

TFG 2021 Congressional Calendar

The Ferguson Group (TFG) compiled a 2021 Congressional Calendar with important House and Senate dates.

The Ferguson Group (TFG) compiled a 2021 Calendar with session and recess dates for the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate 117th Congressional session. The calendar also includes the titles of Members of Congress in Senate and House leadership for the 117th Congress. Read more to view and download the calendar. 

TFG Closed Friday to Observe Juneteenth Holiday

The Ferguson Group (TFG) will be closed on Friday, June 18, 2021 in observance of Juneteenth.

Today, President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act (S.475) establishing Juneteenth, which is celebrated on June 19th annually, as a national holiday. Because Juneteenth falls on a weekend, The Ferguson Group (TFG) will join federal offices and close on Friday, June 18th in observance of the holiday. We will resume normal operations on Monday, June 21st.

TFG Principal David Hoover Participates in Broadband Funding Webinar

  • 21 May 2021
  • Author: Rebecca Bliss
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This week, The Ferguson Group Principal David Hoover brought his over twenty years of broadband experience to a May 18 panel hosted by the National Rural Telecommunications Cooperative titled “Federal, State, and Local Broadband Funding Update.” The discussion focused on broadband funding provisions in the recently passed American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act and the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, which Congress passed in December 2020. Panelists covered programs such as the National Telecommunications and Information Administration’s Broadband Infrastructure Deployment, Tribal Broadband Connectivity, and Connecting Minority Communities grant programs, and guidance released in the U.S. Treasury Department’s Interim Final Rule for State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds regarding uses of funding for broadband projects. A recording of the webinar is available here

Lane Dickson, Former Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Staff, to Join TFG

  • 17 February 2021
  • Author: Rebecca Bliss
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The Ferguson Group (TFG), a leading lobbying firm representing local government, public agency, private industry, and special district interests in Washington, D.C., is pleased to announce that Lane H. Dickson will be joining TFG as a Principal on March 2. 

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TFG Rated Among Bloomberg Government 2022 Top Lobbying Firms

BGOV ranked TFG a highest rated lobbying firm and was among firms who stood out for high client retention over the last 3 years.

WASHINGTON D.C. – TFG was ranked among the highest performing lobbying firms in 2022 for the second year in a row in the latest metrics released by Bloomberg Government (BGOV), a leading provider of government intelligence. BGOV also classified TFG as a standout firm for high client retention in 2021 and over the last three years. Importantly, TFG is devoted to building strong, vibrant communities and is the top Washington DC based advocacy consulting firm serving cities, counties, special districts, towns, townships, and other public entities (source: OpenSecrets.org). The recognition underscores TFG’s exceptional track record in advocating for its clients' interests and achieving tangible results in the complex landscape of public policy and showcases the depth of TFG’s experience and strong relationships with officials and staff in the Administration and in Congress.

According to the 2022 Top Performing Lobbying Firms Report by BGOV, TFG emerged as a top lobbying firm based on key performance indicators such as bill sponsorship, success rate, and legislative outcomes. The report, available here, showcases TFG’s ability to effectively navigate the legislative landscape and drive meaningful change for its clients.

"We are honored to be recognized among the highest performing lobbying firms in 2022," said Roger Gwinn, CEO of TFG. "This achievement is a testament to our team's relentless dedication and strategic approach in advocating for our clients. We remain committed to delivering exceptional results and helping shape policies that have a positive impact on our clients and the communities they serve."

TFG's outstanding performance is rooted in its ability to develop tailored strategies, provide insightful analysis, and effectively communicate clients' positions to policymakers.

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TFG Monitoring Developments of Temporary Pause of Agency Grant, Loan, and Other Financial Assistance Programs

On January 27, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) under President Trump issued a memorandum titled “Temporary Pause of Agency Grant, Loan, and Other Financial Assistance Programs.” The directive mandates Federal agencies to temporarily suspend the obligation and disbursement of federal financial assistance while conducting a comprehensive review of programs and awards to ensure alignment with the administration’s policies and priorities. As part of this review, agencies are also instructed to temporarily suspend the issuance of new program solicitations.

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