The proposed policy would allow third-party participation in state safety inspections, raising concerns from business groups over union access, property rights, and exposure to trade secrets. Continue Reading
Congressional visits spotlight tariffs, infrastructure, labor policy, and the need for federal legislation to preempt emerging extended producer responsibility laws. Continue Reading
The Trump administration’s proposal seeks to pre-empt state laws, protect consumers and creators, and accelerate AI deployment across the U.S. economy. Continue Reading
A new NAFEM survey finds 91% of manufacturers report negative impacts, with most passing costs to customers and shifting sourcing strategies. Continue Reading
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce has warned that distributors could be legally responsible for complying with the proposed PFAS rules if the original manufacturer has no presence in the United States. Continue Reading
Details on the proposed rule are not yet available, however, the Wage and Hour Division previously indicated it was looking to guide enforcement of joint employer liability and promote greater uniformity in court decisions. Continue Reading
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit finds that the NLRB engaged in rulemaking outside the normal procedures when it adopted the Cemex standard. Continue Reading
To comply with the court ruling, U.S. Customs and Border Protection is developing a refund process that could be ready within 45 days. Continue Reading
The withdrawal aligns the labor board’s policy with a federal district court decision that vacated the 2023 rule, returning the joint employer standard back to only those companies with direct control over workers. Continue Reading
The 5th Circuit stayed a lower court ruling that had determined the agency’s updated form created substantial new costs on businesses without doing much to improve merger review. Continue Reading
During a subcommittee hearing, Eric Hoplin explained how emerging technologies enable employers to detect potential hazards in real time, allowing companies to focus on preventive and proactive measures. Continue Reading
Although a 6-3 majority ruled against the Trump administration, the justices did not provide direction on how the government should return the more than $175 billion in tariffs it has collected since last April. Continue Reading
