He rules that the rule “demonstrates the abuse of power.“ U.S. District Judge Terry Doughty granted a preliminary injunction that blocks the expansion of the mandatory expansion of…
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Supreme Court Rejects Abortion Drug Case on a Technicality
The justices determined the “plaintiffs lack standing to challenge the FDA’s actions“ on expanding access to mifepristone. The Supreme Court released its unanimous decision that doctors’ groups lacked…
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Federal Judge Vacates ATF Pistol Brace Rule
He ruled that the agency violated the Administrative Procedures Act in reclassifying the stabilizing braces. U.S. District Judge Reed O’Connor vacated the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and…
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DOE Releases its Federal Definition for Zero Emissions Buildings
The department provides an industry standard and guidance for new and existing structures. The Department of Energy (DOE) released its National Definition of a Zero Emissions Building, outlining…
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Nursing Homes File Lawsuit Over New Federal Requirements for Staffing
The group says federal agencies have not been given authorization from Congress. A collective of nursing home companies filed a lawsuit against President Biden’s administration, claiming that the…
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Legislators Promote Repeal of Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act
They say online companies have taken advantage of legal immunity. Representatives Cathy McMorris Rodgers of Washington and Frank Pallone of New Jersey, leaders of the House Commerce Committee,…
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FDIC Chair Appears Before House Committee
He accepted responsibility for the agency’s culture, which was revealed in a report. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) Chair Martin Gruenberg testified before the House Financial Services Committee…
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Airlines Sue DOT over New Fee Disclosure Rule
They claim the “arbitrary” regulation goes beyond governmental authority. Airline groups sued the Department of Transportation (DOT) this week to block its new rule requiring the upfront disclosure…
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SEC Warns Crypto Broker of Possible Infractions
Brokerage companies claim cryptocurrency is not a security. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) sent a “Wells notice” to Robinhood, a retailer securities broker. The document warned of…
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Transportation Department Updates Federal Project Relocation Policies
Transportation secretary announces final rule under the Uniform Act. The Department of Transportation (DOT) published a final rule updating the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies…
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