The Elevate Look Ahead

Published each month by two of Elevate’s government affairs professionals, Bret Manley and David Marten, the Look Ahead offers insight into the biggest issues facing Congress. The Look Ahead also includes useful explainers on the processes followed by Congress and predictions from Bret and David on the most pressing challenges facing lawmakers.

Bret Manley is the former Chief of Staff to Rep. Rodney Davis (R-IL) .

David Marten is the former Legislative Director for Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-WA) .

Fall 2023
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Fall 2023

A look at Congress’s September schedule and the potential for a government shutdown.

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July 2023
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July 2023

How much can the House and Senate get done before departing for the August recess?

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June 2023
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June 2023

A debt limit disaster avoided, but what comes next for Congress?

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May 2023
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May 2023

The debt limit standoff continues with none of the players yet to show their hands.

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