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European Accessibility Act Poses New Challenges for US Companies with Customers in the EU

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Disability advocates issue demands to retailers about their allegedly inaccessible websites shortly after the EAA takes effect....more

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Modernizing Alcohol Payments: California AB 2991 and the Mandate for EFTs

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As the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) continues to modernize, retail licensees should prepare for a major shift in the timelines and format for paying wholesale licensees. Starting January 1, 2026,...more

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Alabama Registry Rule Benefits Business

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A court-approved agreement brings welcome certainty for retailers selling vapor and nicotine-pouch products in Alabama—confirming that companies with a standard tobacco license may continue selling FDA-authorized products,...more

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Maine Law Requires Employee Compensation When Employers Cancel or Shorten Shifts

On June 24, 2025, Maine enacted a new law requiring employers to compensate employees who report to their scheduled shifts but have their hours reduced or cancelled by their employer. This law will primarily impact businesses...more

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PFAS in Cosmetics: State-Led Regulatory Surge Demands Proactive Compliance

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States are rapidly enacting and implementing bans and reporting requirements for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in cosmetics, creating a complex and evolving compliance environment for manufacturers, distributors,...more

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Bipartisan Coalition of AGs Bank on SAFER Cannabis Reform

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A bipartisan coalition of state and territorial AGs sent a letter to Congress urging the passage of the SAFER Banking Act of 2025, which would create federal safe harbor protections for financial institutions that serve...more

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Tennessee Update: TABC to Honor Existing Agriculture Licenses for Hemp-Derived Products

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We are pleased to provide an update to our recent Client Alert regarding Tennessee’s new law transferring oversight of hemp-derived cannabinoid products (HDCPs) from the Department of Agriculture to the Tennessee Alcoholic...more

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Texas and Louisiana Serve Up New Laws on Food Product Labels and Disclosures

In a significant move toward greater labeling transparency and state oversight of food policy, Texas and Louisiana have enacted new laws requiring special labels and disclosures for certain food ingredients. Aimed at...more

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Clocking in on Los Angeles County’s New Fair Work Week Ordinance

Los Angeles County has joined the ranks of other urban governments, including the City of Los Angeles, that have enacted fair workweek ordinances in attempt to provide workers with more predictable schedules and fairer pay....more

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Washington State Budget Triggers Higher Business, Capital Gains and Estate Taxes in 2025

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Thanks to three primary revenue bills that were signed into law earlier this year, taxes are going up in the state of Washington, in particular for large service businesses, estates and individuals earning capital gains. ...more

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From Beauty Trend to Sweeping State Mandates: What Brands Need to Know about the Rise of "Toxic Free" Laws

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FDA Stalls, But States Push to Keep It Clean Congress and FDA lauded the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act (MoCRA), enacted in 2022, as sweeping federal legislation to increase cosmetic safety and quality standards....more

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What to know about Illinois’s 2025 amnesty programs

On May 31, 2025, the Illinois General Assembly passed House Bill 2755, which contains three amnesty programs the state estimates will substantially increase its coffers. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed the bill into law...more

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New York Retailer Law Update 2025

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When I see a state law change that may impact my clients whose reach expands into other jurisdictions, including the Big Apple State, I do what I can to provide content and information on the subject. In this case, the State...more

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Tennessee Toughens Law for Underage Tobacco and Vape

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A new Tennessee law means big changes for Tennessee retailers that sell tobacco and vapor products. The new law becomes effective July 1, 2025, with some parts kicking in later. If you sell cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars,...more

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Cloud Control: Alabama’s Newest Nicotine Regulation That’s Just Too “Juicy” to Ignore

On May 14, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed Alabama HB8 into law. Effective June 1, HB8 introduced sweeping changes that will reshape how nicotine products are sold, marketed, and regulated in Alabama. You heard that right,...more

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The New York State Fashion Workers Act: What Model Management and Fashion Industry Companies Need to Know

On December 21, 2024, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed the New York State Fashion Workers Act, which regulates model management companies and their clients, including retail stores, fashion designers, advertising...more

Bass, Berry & Sims PLC

Bedlam No More: Oklahoma Formally Allows Credit Card Surcharges

On May 28, Oklahoma enacted SB 677, which became law without the signature of Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt. This new law repeals Oklahoma Statute Title 14A, Section 2-417, which previously barred sellers from imposing a...more

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New York Retailers Must Act Now to Comply With New Safety Act: Model Policy and Training Materials Available for Immediate Use

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Now that the June 2 effective date for New York’s landmark retail safety law is here, the state Department of Labor has released model policy and training materials to help you with your compliance efforts. New York retailers...more

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And Now the Rest of the Story: Alabama’s New Hemp Restrictions Also Legitimize Segments of the Industry

They paved paradise and put up a parking lot. That’s been the tenor of what I’ve heard and read from stakeholders in the Alabama hemp industry in response to the enactment of comprehensive hemp reform legislation earlier this...more

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What to Know About Licensing and Selling Under Tennessee’s New Hemp Derived Cannabinoid Law

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Tennessee enacted new legislation governing HDC - hemp derived cannabinoids, the state’s term for legal CBD and hemp that contains less than 0.3% THC. The new law does not take effect until January 1, 2026...more

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Alabama THC Bill

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Alabama has enrolled legislation regulating the sale of consumable products (including beverages, edible products, and topical creams) containing THC or CBD derived from hemp, and has designated the Alabama ABC Board as the...more

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Tennessee Enacts Sweeping Changes to Regulation of Hemp-Derived Cannabinoid Products

At the conclusion of the 114th General Assembly, Tennessee legislators passed SB1413/HB1376, a lengthy bill overhauling the regulation of Hemp-Derived Cannabinoid Products (HDCPs). The bill was controversial and while some...more

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Reminder: Get Ready for Los Angeles County’s Fair Work Week Ordinance Effective Date: July 1, 2025

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As we previously blogged, effective July 1, 2025, Los Angeles County’s new Fair Work Week Ordinance requires qualifying retailers and grocers (300+ employees nationwide in unincorporated LA County) to give workers predictable...more

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ICPHSO 2025: Reese’s Law and Corded Blinds

This third installment in our series highlights the focus on children’s product safety at the 2025 International Consumer Product Health and Safety Organization (ICPHSO) symposium. This year’s symposium featured a range of...more

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Virginia Enacts Baby Food Safety Law

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On May 2, Governor Youngkin signed the Baby Food Protection Act. The law is very similar to Maryland's Rudy's Law, which we wrote about last year. The Virginia law will become effective January 1, 2026 and will not apply to...more

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