Welcome to the October 2025 edition of Dentons Capitol Insights – Sounding the Drumbeat in Washington. We examine the latest developments on the federal government shutdown, new climate disclosure requirements for businesses in California, and key opportunities for stakeholder engagement in the upcoming USMCA review. This issue also features timely regulatory updates, thought leadership on risk assessment, and a look ahead to our Smart Cities & Connected Communities Think Tank roundtable on tribal energy projects.