Government Contracts Legal Forum

APRIL 11, 2024

Just days later, on March 5, 2024, House Chairman Comer and Ranking Member Raskin introduced the Federal AI Governance and Transparency Act. This bipartisan bill would focus government resources on increasing transparency, oversight, and responsible use of federal AI systems and centrally codifying federal governance of agency AI systems.

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Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

A ‘non-stabilisation clause’ is contained in paragraph 2 of the Article, which states that a BIT is not interpreted as a host State’s commitment that it will not change the legal and regulatory environment which may affect an investor’s expectation of profits.

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Select GCR

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

This article cuts through complexity to address when sole sourcing is necessary, the justification process, and how to manage the associated risks. This ensures that the procurement process is not only transparent but also justifiable and defensible. Navigating sole source procurement?

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

APRIL 30, 2024

The Final Rule (titled “OMB Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance”), and OMB’s accompanying memorandum to agencies and reference guide , state that the revisions aim to streamline and clarify the grant rules and improve management, transparency, and oversight of federal financial assistance. View the full article

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American City & Country

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Residents seek the ability to discern fact from fiction, and governments have a unique opportunity to adopt robust social media strategies that enable them to effectively manage their platforms in a way that promotes truth and transparency.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

OCTOBER 10, 2023

He viewed the federal procurement process as offering an opportunity to influence standards/frameworks for AI development/deployment. View the full article The hearing covered a wide range of topics, including: (i) how the U.S. Peters noted that practices for managing AI risk have not been standardized in the private sector.

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Dispute Design and Public Participation In treaty ISDS, arbitration often follows the generic framework of an IIA, which restricts a state’s influence over the specific dispute, potentially impacting legitimacy as it may appear to surrender sovereignty to external entities. Yet, BRAMIA is not a universal solution.

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Dispute Design and Public Participation In treaty ISDS, arbitration often follows the generic framework of an IIA, which restricts a state’s influence over the specific dispute, potentially impacting legitimacy as it may appear to surrender sovereignty to external entities. Yet, BRAMIA is not a universal solution.

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Kluwer Arbitration

FEBRUARY 24, 2024

For instance, the IBA Report notes that the Morocco Model BIT prevents investors and investments from initiating dispute settlement under its provisions if they have not complied with anti-money laundering, bribery, corruption, and anti-terrorist standards outlined in Article 19 of the Model BIT (IBA Report, pp.

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Inter-American Development Bank

MAY 31, 2022

It should be noted that the calculations are influenced by the absence of data by company and are only available at country level as of 2017 for five jurisdictions. billion a year. They also do not include the introduction of a general QDMT. This blog is based on the publication (in Spanish) New International Corporate Taxation.

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Select GCR

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This article will explore what is prime contractor roles, responsibilities, and the importance of prime contractors in government projects. These regulations ensure that all federal procurement processes are transparent and standardized. Ensuring regulatory compliance is crucial for adhering to federal regulations.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

For a more detailed analysis of the proposed rule, please read the “View from Main Street” article below. Requests for transparent pricing across the AI lifecycle. Please send your feedback to Joseph Snyderwine at jsnyderwine@thecgp.org. Comments on the proposed rule are due to SBA by December 24, 2024.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

JULY 18, 2024

Influence on Market Strategies: Sharing demand data with industry partners has empowered them to tailor their strategies more effectively to Federal market demands, focusing efforts on high-demand items. See the article above for more details. GSA is also expanding TDR as an option to additional SINs in August 2024.

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Select GCR

DECEMBER 17, 2024

This article breaks down the essential rules every contractor needs to know. Key Takeaways Federal contractors must adhere to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), which ensures fair, transparent, and efficient procurement processes. This adherence is crucial for compliance with federal regulations.

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American City & Country

AUGUST 26, 2024

Ensuring secure and transparent elections. Adequate background checks designed for government workers can help build public trust in the electoral system and prevent any legal or ethical issues that may arise from individuals with malicious intent or those who may be susceptible to coercion from influencing the election process.

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The Coalition for Government Procurement

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Importantly, this process should be transparent, providing all stakeholders, including the public, the opportunity to provide feedback on any proposed revisions. Increasingly, the question for FSS contracting officers is which controls: PAP 2021-05 or the EPA deviations currently in effect? products and services) and “Covered Sources” (i.e.,

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

AUGUST 16, 2023

The Senate recently approved the Outbound Investment Transparency Act, its own version of outbound investment screening, but this bill only includes notice requirements though across a broader range of technology sectors including satellite-based communications, network laser scanning systems, and other export-controlled technology.

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Government Contracts Legal Forum

APRIL 11, 2024

Agencies are also expected to ensure transparent and adequate AI performance from any vendor. The Memo can be expected to influence new regulations around the development, procurement, and use of AI in general, at both the state and federal levels. View the full article

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Open Contracting Partnership

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The government has promoted public participation in procurement monitoring, which is vital to combating corruption and improving efficiency, but few independent civil society organizations and individuals had the information, skills and influence to track contracting effectively.

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Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 15, 2024

Setting the Tone – The Influence of Individual Actors in Times of Crisis To open the event, author and journalist Stephan Lamby gave a keynote dinner-lecture which peered into history to examine the important role that individual actors and circumstances play in determining the outcome of international conflicts. Last but not least, Dr.

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Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Denton highlighted in his opening remarks, the timing of this year’s Conference coincided with the United Nations General Assembly, an auspicious reflection of the ICC’s history as a steadfast institution providing neutral, transparent, inclusive, and accountable multilateral platforms for the past 100 years and the century to come.

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Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

SIAC appears to be on the frontlines of influencing this progress, having administered cases involving 169 parties from the Philippines with a total sum in dispute in excess of SGD 5 billion in the last five years. This article is submitted in a personal capacity. Gloria Lim , CEO of SIAC, and Ms.

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Kluwer Arbitration

MARCH 25, 2024

Unless and until Mongolia embraces a stable business environment that transparently creates and predictably implements laws and regulations, investors will likely find Mongolia too risky and opt for more competitive countries. This article provides an overview of Mongolia’s international investment climate and explores recent developments.

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 16, 2024

This article reports on the second day of the JCAA Arbitration Days, held in hybrid format on 21 November 2024. Yoshimi Ohara (Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu, Tokyo) considers the seat to be important because it influences the style of arbitration, which is often shaped by the court practices of the jurisdiction. Miriam Rose Ivan L.

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Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Niamh Leinwather , discussed the media’s influence on arbitration. The discussion of the panel was focused on the media’s influence on arbitration. He emphasized that transparency is beneficial and can help combat fake news, thereby legitimizing the arbitration process. The first panel, moderated by Ms. Similarly, Ms.

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Kluwer Arbitration

DECEMBER 8, 2024

I ZB 34/23 , 11 July 2024 Decision) addressed the German arbitration law provision mirroring Article 31(1) 1985 UNCITRAL Model Law on International Commercial Arbitration (Model Law). Neither Section 1054(1) German CCP nor Article 31(1) Model Law specify who has to state the reason for the missing signature.

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Kluwer Arbitration

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

This article will examine the background of the case and the key principles reviewed and approved by the Commercial Court in relation to arbitrator bias and the requirements of disclosure. This transparency helps to mitigate concerns and uphold the high standards expected in international arbitration.

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Federal News Network

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

For instance, I’ve had to terminate contracts due to lack of transparency about delays, and in one extreme case, fire a contractor for using his government-provided housing as an AirBnb. Finally, mission leaders must be self-aware and recognize how their actions can influence contractor performance.

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