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FEDA Supports Congressional Effort to End CTA Reporting Requirements
FEDA Supports Congressional Effort to End CTA Reporting Requirements

A coalition of trade associations and business advocacy groups is calling on lawmakers to permanently eliminate beneficial ownership reporting obligations for small businesses. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted07/6/2026


U.S. Economy Shows Resilience Despite Headwinds, Economist Tells FEDA Council
U.S. Economy Shows Resilience Despite Headwinds, Economist Tells FEDA Council

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Chief Economist Curtis Dubay says growth remains steady as inflation, immigration policy, and global disruptions weigh on outlook. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted07/1/2026


NAW Enters Federal Lawsuit Over California Packaging Law
NAW Enters Federal Lawsuit Over California Packaging Law

A 17-state coalition argues California's packaging recycling law violates constitutional protections and places unlawful burdens on businesses selling into the state. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/29/2026


Court Appeal Keeps 10% Global Tariff in Place for Now
Court Appeal Keeps 10% Global Tariff in Place for Now

A federal appeals court allowed the temporary measure to remain in place as the administration pursues a broader trade strategy through Sections 232 and 301. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/22/2026


Trade Disputes, Middle East Conflict Driving Up Construction Costs
Trade Disputes, Middle East Conflict Driving Up Construction Costs

The cost of key materials such as aluminum, steel, and copper could climb further as more contractors pass along price increases. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/22/2026


Labor Costs Reach Record Level of Concern for Small Businesses
Labor Costs Reach Record Level of Concern for Small Businesses

Fourteen percent of owners surveyed by the National Federation of Independent Business identified labor costs as their biggest problem, while uncertainty and supply chain disruptions also rose in May. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/15/2026


New White Paper Warns of Risks in Federal Union Contract Proposal
New White Paper Warns of Risks in Federal Union Contract Proposal

Business groups warn the Faster Labor Contracts Act would undermine collective bargaining and impose significant economic costs. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/8/2026


Congress Weighs $580 Billion Transportation Infrastructure Bill
Congress Weighs $580 Billion Transportation Infrastructure Bill

The bipartisan BUILD America 250 Act would reauthorize surface transportation programs, fund highway projects, and establish new fees for electric and hybrid vehicles. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/4/2026


Business Groups Oppose Bill Expanding Federal Role in Union Contract Negotiations
Business Groups Oppose Bill Expanding Federal Role in Union Contract Negotiations

The Faster Labor Contracts Act would impose mediation and binding arbitration timelines for first contracts between employers and unions. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted06/1/2026


Ruling Allowing Negligence Claims Against Freight Brokers Could Create Regulatory Patchwork
Ruling Allowing Negligence Claims Against Freight Brokers Could Create Regulatory Patchwork

The National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors pledges to work with Congress to restore a federal framework that preempts state laws covering brokers and carriers. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted05/26/2026


Trade Associations Ask Supreme Court to Clarify Corporate Transparency Act’s Constitutionality
Trade Associations Ask Supreme Court to Clarify Corporate Transparency Act’s Constitutionality

FEDA and other business groups argue the law imposes burdensome reporting requirements on millions of small businesses and are urging the court to resolve ongoing constitutional questions surrounding. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted05/18/2026


Bipartisan House Bill Seeks to Promote AI Development, Establish Safeguards
Bipartisan House Bill Seeks to Promote AI Development, Establish Safeguards

The proposal combines more than 20 legislative recommendations stemming from the 2024 work of the Bipartisan Artificial Intelligence Task Force. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted05/11/2026