Why It Matters
A Tennessee-based law firm has entered the aviation lobbying arena. Mercury Public Affairs LLC registered Epps, Holloway, DeLoach & Hoipkeimer LLC as a new client focused on aviation, aircraft, and airlines issues. The firm operates across Alabama and Tennessee, marking its first foray into federal lobbying with representation from two Mercury lobbyists.
By the Numbers
Mercury Public Affairs filed a second quarter 2026 report for Epps, Holloway, DeLoach & Hoipkeimer LLC on Aug. 17, 2026, reporting $200,000 in lobbying fees for that period. No specific legislation was listed in the filing, and the specific issues section only mentioned "aircraft safety."
Broader Context
The National Transportation Safety Board issued 50 safety recommendations following a Jan. 29, 2025 midair collision. The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 provides a five-year authorization with dozens of new regulatory mandates and safety requirements. The Airport Improvement Program remains authorized at $4 billion annually through fiscal year 2028.
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