All Regulatory Policy articles – Page 54
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Regulators skew virtual with summer events calendar
Despite the coronavirus pandemic throwing a wrench into the events industry, U.S. regulators are still planning Webinars and other opportunities this summer to engage with the public.
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Dems propose coronavirus whistleblower protection bill
A group of prominent Democratic legislators has proposed a whistleblower protection bill designed to help uncover fraud and waste in the trillions of dollars worth of coronavirus-relief funds allocated by Congress.
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SEC guidance: Areas of focus for Reg BI
The SEC confirmed the June 30 compliance date for its Regulation Best Interest rule, in addition to sharing a handful of areas that deserve attention when making recommendations to investors in accordance with new policy.
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Data broker lawsuit involving ZoomInfo could provide CCPA enforcement insight
As the July 1 enforcement deadline of the California Consumer Privacy Act inches closer, a recently filed lawsuit between two data marketing firms may shed light on the efforts companies must take to comply with the new law.
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When manufacturing new product lines, be aware of new compliance risks
As companies around the world begin to manufacture products outside their comfort zone to address dire shortages in personal protective equipment amid the pandemic, compliance practitioners are negotiating new risks and challenges.
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CFTC stresses clarity in revised civil monetary penalty guidance
The CFTC’s Division of Enforcement issued new civil monetary penalty guidance for the first time since publishing its penalty guidelines in 1994. The update is in line with recent efforts by the DOJ to crack down on commodities fraud.
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No stopping CCPA enforcement deadline, says California AG
With one month to go to the July 1 enforcement deadline of the California Consumer Privacy Act, it is still full speed ahead for Attorney General Xavier Becerra’s office.
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SEC changes M&A rules for first time in 30 years
SEC Chair Jay Clayton says recent updates to M&A rules will enhance investor information and slash unnecessary costs, but critics argue the changes limit investor transparency and better serve larger corporations.
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U.S. takes aim at China with stock delisting bill
The “Holding Foreign Companies Accountable Act,” passed unanimously by the Senate and now headed to the House, looks to rein in accounting improprieties of Chinese-based companies listed on the U.S. Stock Exchange.
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Coronavirus has made CW2020 a (virtual) gathering like no other
The coronavirus pandemic has made getting together for our annual National Conference impossible, but it’s also made this virtual gathering (Monday and Tuesday) perhaps the most important one we’ve ever had.
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Nine AGs sue EPA over non-enforcement policy
A coalition of nine attorneys general filed a federal lawsuit against the EPA in response to the agency’s policy that it will stop enforcing requirements under a wide range of federal environmental laws during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Amazon shuttered in France over COVID-19 emergency costs
E-commerce giant Amazon has shut up shop in France because the cost of compliance with the country’s COVID-19 emergency measures is deemed to be too high.
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House committee seeks to claw back PPP loans, singles out five companies
A House committee is demanding that large public companies that accepted Paycheck Protection Program loans meant for small businesses return them immediately.
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The seven worst compliance fails of the coronavirus pandemic
Compliance and ethics fails during the coronavirus pandemic have done more than hurt companies’ images. They’ve cost lives.
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Senate Republicans to introduce contact tracing privacy bill
Senate Republicans say they will soon introduce a coronavirus-specific data privacy bill that would create regulations under the FTC for companies collecting personal data to fight the ongoing pandemic.
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Compliance personnel face risks and rewards as SEC whistleblowers
These best practices will guide compliance practitioners turned whistleblower through the process of reporting wrongdoing while protecting themselves from harm.
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CFTC Commissioner Quintenz won’t seek second term
Brian Quintenz, one of five commissioners at the CFTC, announced he won’t seek renomination to a second five-year term and will depart the agency by the end of October.
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Mnuchin rips Lakers, fumes over public companies receiving coronavirus loans
Reacting to news the NBA’s Los Angeles Lakers received a coronavirus aid loan meant for small businesses, U.S. Treasury Sec. Steven Mnuchin said Tuesday all such loans over $2 million will be audited and some companies could face criminal liability.
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Preparing for the compliance caveats that accompany CARES Act, PPP
Regardless of the government relief program, companies that are able to provide clear, thorough, and timely compliance data and documentation will put themselves in the best position to secure the relief they need.
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Did Goliath steal David’s money in first round of business rescue funds?
Even as Congress works to refill a federal loan fund meant to help small businesses survive coronavirus shutdowns, some large, publicly traded companies are taking heat for receiving the loans.