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As Americans reflect on the outcome of the recent presidential election, the Private Equity Stakeholder Project believes that the need for accountability and transparency in the private equity industry is more important than ever, and transcends electoral politics.
Ahead of the 2024 election, the month of October saw a variety of policy developments intended to address the harms created by the private equity industry. Tenant advocates, policymakers and regulators continue to offer solutions to better regulate…
On October 22, 2024, Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) sent a letter to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), urging the agency to place greater oversight on private equity in healthcare, and particularly its…
In July 2024, the Democrats of the Congressional Joint Economic Committee (JEC) released a report highlighting the threats posed by private equity to the US healthcare system and the economy at large.[1] The report,…
In May, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Justice Department’s (DOJ) Antitrust Division jointly launched a public inquiry regarding private equity serial acquisitions and roll-up strategies that have led to consolidation that has harmed competition.[1]…
A bill in California aims to increase oversight of private equity investments in healthcare, a sector where profit-driven practices have raised concerns about higher costs, diminished care quality, and restricted access to essential services. LA Times August 09, 2024:…
On June 11, 2024, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) issued a request for input (RFI) on the proposed 2025-2027 Underserved Markets Plans (Plans) submitted by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (the Enterprises) under the Duty to…
A story from Next City profiles the End Hedge Fund Control of American Homes Act, a bill supported by the Private Equity Stakeholder Project. Next City, March 28, 2024: “Meet the Bill To…
Throughout the United States, hospitals that were pillaged by private equity firms in recent years have been experiencing financial distress and patient care issues. Four of these hospitals are slated to close[1] and two have already closed since…
In a letter to JAB Holding Company sent August 6, 2024, Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) slammed the firm for its role in the rapid consolidation of veterinary care in the United States.[1] JAB…
The Private Equity Stakeholder Project (PESP) and the Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR) have jointly submitted a public comment letter to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) regarding the proposed amendment…
In July, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors approved a proposal to address corporate landlords who contribute to an already difficult affordable-housing situation.[1] At a rally organized by ACCE (Alliance of Californians for…
