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California Environmental Law & Policy Update 9.5.25

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California energy regulators last Friday postponed plans to impose penalties on oil companies for excessive profits. The California Energy Commission’s postponement of this determination until 2030 comes after two oil...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

Massachusetts employers: Proposed private attorney general act for wage-hour claims is a major concern

For the third consecutive legislative session, Massachusetts state representative Tram T. Nguyen (D-Essex) has proposed a bill (H.1916) to establish a private right of action by employees on behalf of themselves, their fellow...more

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Beltway Buzz - August 2025 #3

The Beltway Buzz™ is a weekly update summarizing labor and employment news from inside the Beltway and clarifying how what’s happening in Washington, D.C., could impact your business....more

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP

Proposed Expansion of CRA Audit Powers: Where From Here for Taxpayers?

The Department of Finance recently released draft legislation that would implement certain amendments to further expand the Canada Revenue Agency’s (CRA) audit powers....more

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City of Long Beach to Require Staffing for Self-Check Out

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The City of Long Beach introduced a new ordinance aimed at curbing retail theft and improving safety in grocery and drug stores that use self-service checkout stations. The ordinance applies to “drug retail establishments”...more

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Canada’s AML Overhaul: How to Stay Compliant and Respond to FINTRAC

Canada’s anti-money laundering (AML) regime is set to undergo its largest transformation yet with the sweeping amendments to the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act proposed in Bill C-2. In...more

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The Strong Borders Act Seeks to Strengthen the Canadian Anti-Money Laundering Regime

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The federal government recently introduced Bill C-2, which is known as the Strong Borders Act. It maintains certain proposed amendments to the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA)...more

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New State Notification Requirements for Mergers and Acquisitions

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Starting this week, certain mergers and acquisitions will have to be notified not only to federal antitrust authorities, but to some state enforcers, as well....more

Proskauer - Regulatory & Compliance

Tougher UK Sanctions Penalties on the Horizon as Consultation is Launched

On 22 July 2025, the UK’s Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (“OFSI”) published a consultation paper proposing significant reforms to its civil enforcement processes. The proposals aim to enhance the effectiveness,...more

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China Proposes Amendments to the Cybersecurity Law

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INTRODUCTION - Almost eight years after the Cybersecurity Law (“CSL”) came into force in the PRC in 2017, the Cyberspace Administration of China (“CAC”) issued draft amendments to the CSL (“2025 Draft Amendments”) on 28...more

Morgan Lewis - Tech & Sourcing

New York Seeks to RAISE the Bar on AI Regulation

New York state lawmakers on June 12, 2025 passed the Responsible AI Safety and Education Act (the RAISE Act), which aims to safeguard against artificial intelligence (AI)-driven disaster scenarios by focusing on the largest...more

Mitratech Holdings, Inc

A Closer Look at the Proposed UK Office of the Whistleblower Bill

In December 2024, the UK introduced new legislation aimed at reforming its whistleblowing framework. If passed, it could significantly change how organizations manage internal reports and disclosures....more

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Reverse Preemption Roundup: Two States Poised To Enact Pole Attachment Legislation

Pole attachment legislation is moving through the state legislatures of both Pennsylvania and New York. In Pennsylvania, House Bill 825 would direct the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission ("PUC") to conduct a rulemaking...more

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China Monthly Antitrust Update: June 2025

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This monthly report outlines key developments in China’s antitrust sector for June. The following events merit special attention: SAMR Seeks Comments on Provisions for Curbing Acts of Abusing Administrative Power to Eliminate...more

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Refonte majeure du cadre des sanctions établi dans la législation canadienne sur le recyclage des produits de la criminalité

Le 3 juin 2025, le nouveau gouvernement fédéral du Canada a présenté le projet de loi C-2 (le « projet de loi »), la Loi visant une sécurité rigoureuse à la frontière, en première lecture à la Chambre des communes. Le projet...more

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Texas SB140: Changes to Telemarketing Law May Reshape Compliance and Litigation Risks

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Texas is poised for a significant overhaul of its telemarketing regulations with the anticipated enactment of Senate Bill 140 (“SB140”). Awaiting Governor Abbott’s signature and scheduled to take effect on September 1, 2025,...more

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Ontario Introduces Bill 30, Working for Workers Seven Act, 2025

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On May 28, 2025, the Government of Ontario introduced Bill 30, Working for Workers Seven Act, 2025 (Bill 30), representing the latest addition to a series of legislative initiatives that Ontario has seen introduced under the...more

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Banned, Fined, and Redefined: The 2025 State Crackdown on Online Sweepstakes

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Recent events around the country indicate that online sweepstakes are facing increasing scrutiny and concerns from legislatures, regulators and others. “Montana just criminalized everyday digital promotions with a law so...more

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Canada: Ontario Government Introduces Significant Changes to Key Workplace Legislation

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On May 28, 2025, the Ontario Government introduced the Working for Workers Seven Act, 2025 (Bill 30). If passed, Bill 30 will amend the Employment Standards Act, 2000 (ESA), Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and...more

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New ERC Cutoff in “One Big Beautiful Bill” Runs into Serious Parliamentary and Constitutional Headwinds

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The House reconciliation measure branded the “One, Big, Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) would bar the IRS from paying any Employee Retention Credit (ERC) refund claims filed after January 31, 2024. Section 112205 of OBBB also imposes...more

Cozen O'Connor

Broad Street Brief: Mayor Parker Signs POWER Act

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Mayor Parker Signs POWER Act Into Law - On Wednesday, Mayor Cherelle Parker signed the POWER Act into law, expanding protections for City workers by increasing penalties for employer retaliation, extending sick leave to...more

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New York Attorney General Advances Consumer Protection Legislation Intended to Bolster GBL Section 349

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In March 2025, Office of the Attorney General for the State of New York introduced the Fostering Affordability and Integrity Through Reasonable (“FAIR”) Business Practices Act in the State Senate and State Assembly. The...more

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Transatlantic AI Governance – Strategic Implications for U.S. — EU Compliance

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Introduction: The Global Race Towards AI Governance Takes Different Paths- As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to transform global markets, the European Union and the United States are advancing regulatory...more

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House tax bill proposes major changes to the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC)

On May 12, 2025, the Republicans on the House Committee on Ways and Means introduced a broad tax reform bill that includes sweeping changes to the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC), also commonly known as the ERC. Chief...more

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Compliance Notes, Vol. 6, Issue 10 - May 2025

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RECENT LOBBYING, ETHICS & CAMPAIGN FINANCE UPDATES Campaign Finance & Lobbying Compliance The Federal Election Commission (FEC) concluded in Advisory Opinion 2025-07 that the Libertarian Party organizations in Idaho,...more

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