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Jonathan Meyer is a partner in the Governmental Practice Group and leads the firm’s National Security team. From 2021 to 2024, he served as General Counsel of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Recent changes in federal immigration enforcement practices have prompted renewed attention to how healthcare providers manage requests from law enforcement agencies. While federal policy continues to recognize healthcare facilities as sensitive environments, there has been increased interest in enforcement activity in or around such locations. Healthcare organizations should consider taking this opportunity to review internal protocols and confirm they are prepared to respond in a manner that is consistent with applicable federal and state law.Continue Reading Immigration Enforcement and Healthcare Facilities: Key Considerations for Providers

On March 25, 2020 the Senate passed a $2 trillion stimulus bill “[p]roviding emergency assistance and healthcare response for individuals, families and businesses affected by the 2020 coronavirus pandemic.”  The House and the President are both expected to approve the Bill in short order.  The Bill contains many provisions important to all companies, including government contractors.  Sheppard Mullin’s Government Contracts, Investigations and International Trade Practice Group prepared a summary of the Bill, available here.  In addition, for your reference, we are providing a section-by-section analysis from Capitol Hill, as well as the text of the bill itself.  Do not hesitate to contact us with any questions about the legislation or its implementation.
Continue Reading Key Provisions in the Senate Stimulus Bill