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The middle market represents an integral component of the U.S. and global economy, spanning all industry segments. Check out the latest stories, broken down by sector.

Private Equity Creates Jobs in Districts of Key Legislators

July 19, 2019 Ben Glick

While private equity continues to recieve negative attention in Washington, new data suggests it contributes to higher rates of sustained job growth than the broader business community nationwide.

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Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup

July 16, 2019 Ben Glick

The Fed Chairman testified before Congress, the SEC came out with a string of announcements, and Volcker Rule restrictions have been rolled back for some banks.

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Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup

July 10, 2019 Ben Glick

The Department of Labor's joint-employer rulemaking comes under fire, and the opportunity zones program continues to be refined.

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ACG Goes to Washington

July 8, 2019 Ben Glick

More than 40 ACG members dropped into the nation's capital to meet with members of Congress and raise awareness of the economic impact of the middle market.

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Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup

June 27, 2019 Ben Glick

ACG members meet with members of Congress, ACG submitted a comment letter in support of the DOL Joint Employer Proposal, and the SEC seeks to harmonize securities offering exemptions.

Gaining Ground in Washington, D.C.

June 17, 2019 Ben Glick

MMG asked Tom Turmell, the chairman of ACG's PAC Committee, about the PAC’s role in supporting a healthy climate for middle-market businesses and to describe its goals for 2019.

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Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup

June 13, 2019 Ben Glick

ACG members prepare to gather in Washington, D.C., next week, and the SEC issues a set of rules on so-called “hedge clauses."

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Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup

June 6, 2019 Ben Glick

Lawmakers debated leveraged lending risks at a hearing earlier this week, and a top White House economic advisor has stepped down.

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Middle-Market Public Policy Roundup

May 30, 2019 Ben Glick

Congress announced it will hold a hearing to address leveraged lending risks, and the Office of Management and Budget released its biannual agenda.

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ACG’s 2019 Public Policy Priorities

May 28, 2019 Ben Glick

New lawmakers and a changing political landscape present opportunities and challenges for the middle market, and will drive ACG's public policy agenda in 2019.

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