The role will work with the National Economic Council to curb monopolies to protect small businesses. President Joe Biden created a new position in the National Economic Council…
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President Biden Meets United Auto Workers President
Discussion at the White House centered on contract negotiations. President Joe Biden and senior staff met with United Auto Workers (UAW) President Shawn Fain at the White House…
Read MoreDOE Invests $45 Million into Domestic Solar Manufacturing
The funding supports the pilot manufacturing of solar components. The Department of Energy (DOE) announced the investment of $45 million into the pilot manufacturing of solar panel components…
Read More25 Attorneys General Caution EPA Regarding EV Proposal
The letter sent as part of public comment states the administration oversteps its authority. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) received a letter from 25 state attorneys general stating…
Read MoreTransportation Department Announces Funding for Buses
Both electric and “traditional” buses are included. The Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration announced that $1.7 billion will be dispersed under the infrastructure law for over 1,700…
Read MoreFTC Appeals Dismissal of Antitrust Case to 2nd Circuit
Maintains “pay-for-delay” practice by a pharmaceutical company violates antitrust law. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has appealed a federal district court’s dismissal of an antitrust case. The commission…
Read MoreFAA Requires Secondary Barrier for New Airplane Flight Decks
The measure will prevent people from intruding while doors are open. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) published its final rule requiring new passenger airplanes to install secondary barriers…
Read MoreFTC Expands Study into Prescription Drug Intermediaries
Group purchasing organizations are required to provide information on business practices. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), as part of its ongoing study of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) and…
Read MoreDoD Bolsters Missile and Munitions Production
The partnership between DoD and Arconic Corp. intended to strengthen national security through increased domestic manufacturing. The Department of Defense’s Office for the Assistant Secretary of Defense for…
Read MoreEnergy Grants Available for Manufacturing Emission Reduction
Funding will be for improvements for smaller manufacturing firms. The Department of Energy (DOE) has announced that $80 million in grant funding is available to help small- to…
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