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Massachusetts Legislature Considering New EPR Law
Massachusetts Legislature Considering New EPR Law

A State Senate committee recently gave a favorable review to the proposed recycling bill, which would place new burdens and fees on distributors that sell packaged equipment and supplies in Massachusetts. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/27/2025


Business Groups Highlight Economic Benefits of Continuing USMCA
Business Groups Highlight Economic Benefits of Continuing USMCA

FEDA has joined a coalition of business and trade associations in urging the Trump administration to preserve the free trade agreement. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/27/2025


California Clarifies Nov. 15 EPR Reporting Deadline Not Mandatory
California Clarifies Nov. 15 EPR Reporting Deadline Not Mandatory

The state explained that the Circular Action Alliance is seeking voluntary reporting on packaging materials to support the development of its Producer Responsibility Plan. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/27/2025


Chinese Goods, Robotics and Industrial Machinery Could Face New Tariffs
Chinese Goods, Robotics and Industrial Machinery Could Face New Tariffs

The Trump administration says it could hike Chinese tariffs to 100 percent in response to a ban on rare earth materials. Meanwhile, the U.S. Department of Commerce has initiated an investigation into whether robotics and industrial machinery imports pose a national security risk. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/15/2025


Business Coalition Urges California to Push Nov. 15 EPR Reporting Deadline
Business Coalition Urges California to Push Nov. 15 EPR Reporting Deadline

Delays in publishing proposed rules mean that the regulatory process will extend past the reporting deadline, creating uncertainty for distributors and other businesses that may be covered by the new recycling law. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/15/2025


FEDA Joins Business Groups in Urging Congress to Protect Arbitration
FEDA Joins Business Groups in Urging Congress to Protect Arbitration

Congress is currently considering several bills and amendments that would reduce the availability of arbitration and class action waivers for employment disputes, discrimination claims and antitrust challenges. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/13/2025


Federal Government Shutdown Already Affecting Businesses
Federal Government Shutdown Already Affecting Businesses

The standoff between Democrats and Republicans over a new funding bill could disrupt financing, travel and supply chains. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted10/6/2025


Trade Bill Would Codify Baseline Tariff, Impose New Rates on Chinese Goods
Trade Bill Would Codify Baseline Tariff, Impose New Rates on Chinese Goods

As the Supreme Court considers the constitutionality of the Trump administration's trade actions, the Secure Trade Act would enshrine at least some policies. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/30/2025


New Bills Aim to Expand Labor Pool and Develop Skilled Workers
New Bills Aim to Expand Labor Pool and Develop Skilled Workers

The USA Workforce Investment Act would provide tax credits to companies that donate to local workforce development programs, while the Essential Workers for Economic Advancement Act would create a new nonimmigrant visa. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/29/2025


Report: Unionized Workers See Slower Wage Growth
Report: Unionized Workers See Slower Wage Growth

A new study released by the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors indicates that aggressive union tactics make it harder for companies to weather economic shifts, increasing the likelihood of layoffs. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/22/2025


Business Groups Urge Legislators to Reject Reintroduced Warehouse Worker Protection Act
Business Groups Urge Legislators to Reject Reintroduced Warehouse Worker Protection Act

The proposed bill would set new standards for quotas, resurrect invalidated ergonomics requirements and allow union representatives to participate in workplace investigations. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/8/2025


Trump Administration Appeals Tariff Ruling
Trump Administration Appeals Tariff Ruling

A federal appeals court ruled that the president overstepped his authority by declaring a national emergency to justify new tariff rates. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted09/8/2025