Starting July 1, businesses transacting with California consumers must include “all mandatory fees or charges” in advertised prices.
California’s self-proclaimed “most effective in the nation” ban on drip pricing goes into...more
Recent actions by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), with support from the Biden administration, signal that protecting consumers from so-called “junk fees” remains a key...more
10/23/2023
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Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) ,
Excessive Fees ,
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ,
Fees ,
Hidden Fees ,
Misleading Statements ,
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NOPR) ,
Overdraft Fees ,
Price Inflation ,
Unfair or Deceptive Trade Practices
The New York legislature has passed a bill banning future employee non-competes, regardless of pay thresholds or job functions, and even in the sale-of-business context.
The bill allows limited customer non-solicitation...more
The proposed rule tightens restrictions on activities by “affiliates” and clarifies scope of statutory clawbacks.
The Department of Commerce released a proposed rule imposing guardrails preventing the “improper use of...more
4/3/2023
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Clawbacks ,
FCC ,
Foreign Entities ,
Investment ,
Manufacturers ,
National Security ,
Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NOPR) ,
Proposed Rules ,
Semiconductors ,
U.S. Commerce Department
First funding opportunity announced for commercial front-end and back-end semiconductor fabrication facilities.
On February 28, 2023, the first funding opportunity opened under the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce...more
The NLRB recently deemed broad confidentiality and non-disparagement provisions in a severance agreement for non-supervisory workers unlawful, in a decision likely to have broad implications for employers in both unionized...more
The SAFETY Act, a liability management program managed by the Department of Homeland Security, can be used by businesses to limit or eliminate potential liability associated with ransomware attacks.
To take advantage of...more
After 40 years of being exempt, local elected officials become subject to “pay-to-play” and recusal requirements.
Local elected officials, such as county supervisors and city council members, are now subject to the state’s...more
Especially in an election year, due diligence in corporate mergers and acquisitions is incomplete without reviewing political law compliance.
Due diligence often overlooks political law compliance issues, which can result...more
10/7/2022
/ Acquisitions ,
Compliance ,
Conflicts of Interest ,
Corporate Sales Transactions ,
Due Diligence ,
Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) ,
Gifts ,
Lobbying ,
Mergers ,
PACs ,
Pay-To-Play ,
Political Contributions
The Act includes significant funding to ensure long-term U.S. competitiveness in the advanced nuclear sector.
Investment in existing and new university nuclear infrastructure will support next-generation nuclear...more
As savvy investigators in Congress and the Biden-Harris Administration prepare for new and expanded government investigations, it is time for potential targets to assess and address their vulnerabilities.
Investigators in...more
1/28/2021
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CARES Act ,
CFIUS ,
China ,
Coronavirus/COVID-19 ,
Department of Justice (DOJ) ,
Diversity and Inclusion Standards (D&I) ,
Environmental Policies ,
Federal Contractors ,
Financial Services Industry ,
Fraud and Abuse ,
GAO ,
Government Investigations ,
National Security ,
Oversight Committee ,
Pharmaceutical Industry ,
Risk Management ,
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) ,
TARP ,
Technology Sector
After months of deadlock, a $900 billion stimulus package promises direct payments, unemployment benefits and small business aid.
On December 27, President Trump signed into law a $900 billion COVID relief package and a...more
1/4/2021
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ,
Coronavirus/COVID-19 ,
Economic Impact Payments ,
Economic Injury Disaster Loans ,
Economic Stimulus ,
Employee Retention ,
Eviction ,
Fraud ,
Moratorium ,
Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) ,
Pandemic Unemployment Emergency Compensation (PUEC) ,
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) ,
Relief Measures ,
SBA ,
SNAP Program ,
Tax Credits ,
Unemployment Benefits ,
Vaccinations
Senator Mitch McConnell expresses new interest in passing a COVID-19 relief package in the lame-duck session.
Despite agreeing on the need for a COVID-19 relief package, Republicans in the Senate and Democrats in the House...more
11/10/2020
/ Business Losses ,
CARES Act ,
Coronavirus/COVID-19 ,
Defense Production Act ,
Economic Stimulus ,
Federal Aid ,
Government Shutdown ,
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) ,
Small Business ,
Unemployment Benefits ,
Virus Testing
Pillsbury’s political law and public policy groups break down the need-to-know numbers for this year’s election. Pillsbury’s Election Night Guide examines the potential outcomes for the 2020 Presidential election, as well as...more
Historic spending on the 2020 election is driving aggressive DOJ prosecution of criminal campaign finance violations.
The DOJ is increasing its efforts to prosecute businesses and executives for criminal violations of the...more
COVID-19 and the lifeline of “emergency” and “temporary” legislation in Washington, D.C.
To this day, Congress retains a legislative veto over the D.C. Council’s actions, supported by the Constitution.
“Emergency”...more
An exponential increase in telework prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a parallel increase in cyberattacks, requiring companies to actively monitor cyber risks. On Pillsbury’s Industry Insights podcast series,...more
DC residents must stay at home until May 15, 2020; essential businesses face increasing social distancing requirements.
Mayor Bowser extends DC’s Stay at Home Order to May 15, 2020, and the order now includes non-residents...more
Answers to frequently asked questions on who is eligible for PREP Act protections, which products are covered, and what activities will be immunized.
PREP Act guarantees of immunity are available to those who manufacture,...more
The latest wave of COVID-19 restrictions requires many Americans to wear face coverings in public, and employers to provide them.
Cities and states are ordering compliance with the CDC’s recommendation of face coverings in...more
Transitioning the American workforce to telework presents a heightened risk of cybercrime and new challenges for businesses to protect sensitive data.
Mandatory “stay-at-home” orders have forced many businesses to rely on...more
The CARES Act provides an additional $100 billion to reimburse health care providers for COVID-19 expenses and lost revenue.
The Secretary of HHS has broad discretion in distributing the CARES Act’s $100 billion in...more
Governor Kemp orders Georgia residents and visitors to shelter in place and limit social interaction for 10 days.
By executive order, Georgia Governor Kemp issued a statewide 10-day shelter-in-place order, from April 3,...more
4/8/2020
/ Business Closures ,
Car Rentals ,
Coronavirus/COVID-19 ,
Court Closures ,
Essential Functions ,
Eviction ,
Executive Orders ,
Foreclosure ,
GA Supreme Court ,
Governor Kemp ,
Mayors ,
Moratorium ,
Operators of Essential Services ,
Public Health Emergency ,
School Closures ,
Shelter-In-Place ,
State and Local Government ,
State of Emergency
Gov. Whitmer strengthens her “stay home, stay safe” order and prohibits discharge, discipline, and retaliation against workers who stay home.
Gov. Whitmer defines quarantine periods and prohibits discharge, discipline, and...more
Mayor Bowser orders Washington, DC, residents to stay at home except to perform essential activities and business.
DC Mayor Bowser orders residents to stay at home except to perform “essential activities” from April 1 –...more