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Wiley’s Employment and White Collar attorneys are launching a three-part webinar series, "Internal Workplace Investigations 101," to help employers navigate the lifecycle of internal workplace investigations.

Register for the first session here: https://bit.ly/47cSVVw

Join us for a webinar on EPA’s proposed TSCA risk evaluation procedures, including new approaches to chemical assessments, occupational controls, MRREs, and more.

Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/3IXvhDd
#TSCA #EPA

Expiration of Critical Cyber Information Sharing Law Creates Confusion About Authorities and Liability Protections

The expiration of CISA 2015 creates legal uncertainty around cyber threat information sharing. Without its protections, organizations face risks under privacy, wiretapping, and other laws – potentially slowing critical cyber defense efforts.

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FCC Approves Broadcast Ownership NPRM, Advancing 2022 Quadrennial Review

The FCC has approved an NPRM as part of its 2022 Quadrennial Review, seeking comment on media ownership rules. It follows the Eighth Circuit's decision striking down the Top Four TV station ban.

Read the full alert: https://bit.ly/3VRhMrE
#FCC #QuadrennialReview

Commerce Expands EAR End-User Controls with New “50 Percent Rule” On September 30, 2025, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) published an interim final rule (IFR) that significantly expands the number of foreign entities subject t...

The U.S. Commerce Dept. has issued a new “Affiliates Rule” expanding EAR export controls to foreign entities 50%+ owned by listed parties. This aligns with OFAC’s 50 Percent Rule and raises due diligence stakes for exporters.

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#ExportControls

In Part 3 of Wiley’s Tariff Tune-In, Derick G. Holt completes his “Seven-Bucket Breakdown” of the U.S. tariff landscape:

- IEEPA Tariffs on Canada, Mexico & China
- IEEPA Reciprocal Tariffs
- Secondary IEEPA Tariffs

Watch the video here: https://bit.ly/3Wi78KG

As the “Revolutionary FAR Overhaul” races toward its October 13 deadline, the FAR Council has released sweeping updates to Parts 14, 19, 37, 41, and 47.

Visit Wiley's "Decoding the FAR Overhaul" site to learn more: https://bit.ly/45dOSaP

FTC Consumer Protection and Privacy Enforcement Series: Subscription Cancellation Policies Remain a Top FTC Priority Blog Menu Latest Posts About Contributors Categories Categories View All AI & Machine Learning Connected Cars Connected Health Digital Assets, Cryptocurrencies, and Blockchain FTC Consumer Protection and Privacy Enforcement Series Internet of Things Pri...

The FTC isn’t backing down on subscription cancellation policies. Recent actions against Chegg and LA Fitness highlight how serious the agency is about enforcing ROSCA and other related state laws.

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#FTC #ROSCA #ConsumerProtection

In Part 2 of Tariff Tune-In, Derick Holt continues the “Seven-Bucket Breakdown” with a look at Section 232 tariffs on steel, aluminum, and other products.

Watch now: https://bit.ly/46PlYxd

#TariffTuneIn #Section232

Wiley has filed, pro bono, an amicus brief on behalf of DC KinCare Alliance, urging the DC Court of Appeals to reconsider domestic violence protections for kinship caregivers.

Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4nzYYJS
#ProBono #Caregivers #WileyWay

Wiley's updated DCSA & FOCI handbook for 2025 provides an overview of changes to the security review process, contractor compliance tips, and other recent developments.

Read the full press release: https://bit.ly/4pI4smZ
Download the 2025 handbook: https://bit.ly/4gMJvDw

#FOCI #DCSA

Preparing for a Potential Government Shutdown Current funding for the federal government runs through Tuesday, September 30, 2025 and expires at 12 a.m. Wednesday October 1. While full-year spending bills for the federal government are not yet co...

With federal funding set to expire Sept. 30, the risk of a government shutdown is growing. Our team outlines key steps contractors can take now to prepare and manage the uncertainty.

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#GovernmentShutdown #FederalFunding #WiredIntoWashington

In the new short video series, Tariff Tune-In, Derick Holt breaks down key U.S. tariffs using a Seven Bucket Framework. Part 1 covers:

- Antidumping/Countervailing Duty Tariffs
- Section 301 Tariffs on China

Watch the video and learn more: https://bit.ly/46Lh5oT
#Tariffs

In a critical step to reducing harm to the domestic chassis industry, Commerce announced its preliminary finding that chassis producers in Mexico, Thailand, and Vietnam have sold chassis into the United States at less than fair value.
Learn more: bit.ly/4pGFcNX
#Chassis #Subsidies

In a victory for U.S. producers of corrosion-resistant steel products, Wiley helped secure affirmative final determinations in the AD and CVD investigations of CORE from 10 countries from the ITC.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/482L3qM
#ITC #ADCVD #Trade

Additional Analysis on DOD’s Final Rule for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Program The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) this month published the second of two final rules needed to begin phasing in the long-awaited Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program. The final...

Wiley continues to track key developments in the long-anticipated Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program.

Read our analysis of the final rules: https://bit.ly/4nMx90s
View our recent webinar on what contractors need to know: https://bit.ly/4pGwTli
#CMMC

First FASC Order Could Broadly Impact ICT Supply Chains and National Security in Federal Systems

The Director of National Intelligence issued the first removal and exclusion order under the FASCSA, barring Acronis AG from Intelligence Community procurement and requiring removal of its products from sensitive systems.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3Iu1Kkw
#SupplyChain #FASCSA

Welcome to Wiley’s latest update on consumer protection developments at the CFPB, FTC, and beyond. This edition covers the FTC’s inquiry into AI chatbots and noncompete agreements, the CFPB’s regulatory agenda on credit reporting, and more.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3IzOxXa

MAHA Strategy Report Sets Table for Multiple Food, Agriculture, and Environmental Policy Changes On September 9, 2025, the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission released its Strategy Report for combating “the childhood chronic disease crisis.” The MAHA Commission determined this crisis exi...

The MAHA Commission unveiled its Strategy Report, outlining over 100 policy proposals to combat the childhood chronic disease crisis – setting the stage for huge reforms across the food, agriculture, and environmental sectors.

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#PublicPolicy

Wiley has secured, pro bono, asylum for an Afghan refugee family in the United States. The family fled their home country due to escalating religious and gender-based persecution and discrimination.

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#WileyWay #ProBono

FAR Part 13 has been renamed, restructured, and significantly reduced. Now titled “Simplified Procedures for Noncommercial Acquisitions,” the revised Part 13 clarifies its scope – applying only to noncommercial acquisitions.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4na4fHC
#FAROverhaul

USTR Seeks Public Comment on Global Trade Barriers The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) recently issued a Federal Register notice seeking public comment on its annual National Trade Estimate Report on Foreign Trade Barriers (NTE...

As part of its annual National Trade Estimate Report, USTR invites comments – due by October 30, 2025 – on foreign policies and practices that restrict U.S. exports, investment, or violate trade agreements.

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OPM’s New PLUM Website Facilitates LDA Reporting; Sign up for Webinar to Learn More Over the summer, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) formally unveiled a website that will help corporations, trade associations, membership organizations, and lobbying firms navigate the twists ...

OPM’s new PLUM site offers real-time updates on Presidential appointees – key for LDA filers ahead of the Oct. 20 LD-2 deadline.

Join Wiley’s webinar on Oct. 1 to learn more.

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Register for the webinar: https://bit.ly/42E9Iy2

The implementation of the CMMC program is now a reality, meaning contractors must prepare for this new compliance era. Join us for a live webinar covering CMMC levels, rule changes, supply chain impact & risk strategies.

Register now: https://bit.ly/4mm3xWA
#WileyWebinar #CMMC

Ohio Foreign National Restriction Remains in Force After Sixth Circuit Ruling; Federal PACs’ Non-Federal Activity Negatively Affected Ohio’s ban on political spending from lawful permanent residents remains in force following a September 16 ruling by a panel for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. The decision dissolved...

The Sixth Circuit recently upheld Ohio’s ban on political contributions from lawful permanent residents in state and local elections, creating compliance issues for federal PACs engaged in non-federal activity in Ohio.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4nt9Mtf
#CampaignFinance

Commerce Details Process for Requesting Section 232 Coverage on Additional Automobile Parts The U.S. Department of Commerce has released an Interim Final Rule (IFR) establishing a process for U.S. automobile part producers to request additional parts for inclusion under existing Section 232 Tariffs on Automobiles and Automobile Parts. The firs...

Commerce has issued an Interim Final Rule for domestic producers to request more auto parts under Section 232 tariffs. The first submission window opens October 1 and closes October 14, with determinations due by December 14.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4nayPB3
#Commerce #IFR

USTR Seeks Comments on USMCA, Sets November Hearing Ahead of 2026 Joint Review On September 16, 2025, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) released for public inspection a Federal Register notice outlining the process for the public consultation on the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The USMCA provides that the...

The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative has launched the public consultation process for the 2026 Joint Review of the USMCA, seeking recommendations to enhance trade and investment and strengthen North American competitiveness.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3K0qH7B
#USTR #USMCA

Congressional Activity on AI Builds on White House’s Action Plan Since returning from its August recess, Congress’ flurry of activity has included a focus on artificial intelligence (AI), among other priorities. In particular, last week saw two key developments tha...

Congress is ramping up its AI policy efforts, building on the AI Action Plan that the White House released earlier this summer. Last week saw a Senate hearing and new legislation proposing a federal AI sandbox to spur innovation.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4nzwz5Y
#AIPolicy

FTC Takes on Noncompete Agreements as New State Laws Take Effect Non-compete agreements are the focus of a new enforcement activity by the FTC this month while states continue to restrict their use. Below are key takeaways for all employers who use non-compete agreements and further background on recent developments.

The FTC is enforcing noncompete rules through complaints, consent orders, and warnings. States are also tightening laws, creating a complex legal patchwork for employers.

Read more: https://bit.ly/46tvUfL
#FTC #Noncompete

In the premiere episode of Never Tariffied, Tatiana Sainati and Matt Lapin tackle the trillion-dollar question: what can businesses actually do to help navigate the current unpredictable international trade environment?

Listen now: https://bit.ly/4miFWGi
#NeverTariffied