Few in Congress were willing to go to bat for trade associations on an ethics rule proposed by the Obama administration. Rep. Jim Moran (D-Va,) was a prime exception. RELATED CONTENT Fly-in execs seek lawmakers’ help on association issues “He really understands what we do, day in and day out,” said ASAE Chairman Peter O’Neil, presenting Moran with the 2012 Sentinel Award at a reception March 14. Moran sent a “dear colleague’’ letter to fellow lawmakers in December asking them to sign a letter arguing against the change in ethics rules, which would bar executive branch employees from accepting free passes to “widely attended gatherings” sponsored by trade groups.… Read More