The United States of America celebrates our 250th birthday on July 4, 2026, with celebrations slated here in Washington, DC, and across the country. As historical researchers living in the nation’s capital, we are excited to celebrate this momentous occasion, including at local events throughout the summer. Whether you live …

It’s no secret that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already beginning to revolutionize the human experience, with profound and far-reaching effects that are not yet fully understood, and in some cases probably have not yet manifested. That includes the field of historical research, where TRG is already seeing AI’s impact. We …

Historic property research has been a Taylor Research Group (TRG) specialty for nearly 20 years, helping our clients gain a better understanding of a wide array of property types. Now, in addition to our longstanding legal, engineering, and industrial clientele, we are proud to also serve new clients including homeowners, …

Last week, TRG was pleased to attend the webinar Federal Preservation Priorities for 2026, hosted by the National Trust for Historic Preservation (National Trust) Leadership Forum. The program provided updates on legislative actions, funding allocations, and advocacy work impacting historic preservation nationwide. …

Last week, TRG attended Advocating Successfully for State Historic Tax Credits, a webinar hosted by the National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP) Leadership Forum. Experts from New York, Maine, and Kansas shared how Historic Tax Credit (HTC) programs in their states have saved historic properties, created thousands of jobs, and …

Last week, Taylor Research Group (TRG) attended the Environmental Law Institute’s (ELI) monthly PFAS webinar briefing, which covered 2025 regulatory developments and assessed ongoing 2026 litigation that may significantly impact that landscape. The conversation touched on a persistent theme: while PFAS regulations remain in flux, primary and secondary manufacturers; owners …

The holiday season has arrived and, once again, Taylor Research Group is here to help you find that elusive gift for the history buffs in your life! Here are our top picks for the historically inclined… …

Taylor Research Group (“TRG”) has established itself as a leader in the collection and analysis of federal records — the documents created or received by the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial Branches of the U.S. government. Over the course of our 85+ years of collective experience supporting parties engaged in environmental, …

Our nationwide clients, whether they are attorneys, civil engineers, property appraisers, or other professionals, trust TRG to find the railroad-related and other historical records they need in a timely and cost-effective manner. …

From a history salon at the Hill Center to a Capitol Hill Restoration Society’s (CHRS) Preservation Café, TRG had a busy and informative week of historic preservation engagement. …

TRG was delighted to attend the ABA’s Federal Environmental & Energy Enforcement Updates program last week. The program featured an impressive array of speakers who touched on federal updates to environmental investigations; enforcement and compliance; states’ perspective on federal enforcement; and key appellate proceedings that will impact environmental and energy …

Polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been a focal point of environmental litigation for well over a decade. However, these “forever” chemicals have been prevalent in American manufacturing since the 1950s, well before last year’s designation of two widespread PFAS (PFOS and PFOA) as hazardous substances under CERCLA. This can present a …