The title of this episode coincides with the previously aired episode, which aired seven weeks ago to the day.
In the scene where Kevin and Zoe are in the Veteran's Affairs office trying to get info about Nicky, Kevin makes a small talk joke and gets schooled about a plot point in Game of Thrones (2011). Melanie Liburd, who plays Zoe, had a small role in an episode of Game of Thrones.
The news program viewed in this episode refers to the election as a local Philadelphia election, not a special election. It is apparently being held in January, a week or so after New Year's Day. Local elections in the city of Philadelphia are the primary election, held in May, and the general election, held in November.
Kevin and Zoe mention John Stamos and his character of Uncle Jesse several times. Randall is also seen watching Fuller House with his daughters which continues the story of the Tanners from Full House.