Why It Matters
The National Guard Association of the United States ended its contract with Omega Strategies LLC on September 1, marking the termination of a relationship that generated $150,000 in lobbying fees over roughly three years.
The firm had represented the association on defense and military matters from 2023 through August 2026. J.C. Cardinale, who held a covered position as Joint Legislative Programs Manager, served as the primary lobbyist on the account.
By The Numbers
Omega Strategies LLC has received $150,000 in total lobbying fees from the National Guard Association of the United States.
Every quarter, Omega Strategies charged the association $20,000 in the first quarter of 2023, then $30,000 per quarter for the remainder of that year. The firm maintained the $30,000 quarterly rate throughout 2025, the most recent full year of the engagement.
Broader Context
Omega Strategies lobbied on behalf of the association on two primary issues. The firm worked on Tricare Reserve Select expansion during 2023 and 2024. Omega Strategies LLC lobbied on National Guard issues about the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and appropriations.
The fiscal year 2026 NDAA included a 3.8% pay raise for military personnel and aviation incentive payment requirements.
The Bottom Line
Cardinale brought congressional experience to the account. He served as a Legislative Aide on the Senate Judiciary Committee from April 2016 to June 2016 and held committee experience with that panel during the 114th Congress.
Spot something wrong? Report an issue with this article