FTC Initiates Review of Fred Meyer Guides
Agency reconsiders guidance on law helping small retail businesses.
House Bill Aims to Merge the SEC and CFTC
New “Securities and Derivatives Commission” proposed by Barney Frank.
EPA Bars BP from Bidding on Government Contracts
Agency points to oil company’s “lack of business integrity” in temporary suspension order.
Judge: UK Press Needs an Independent Self-Regulator
UK judge’s proposal faces opposition from free press supporters.
AT&T Seeks Government Support to Modernize Internet Infrastructure
AT&T petitions the FCC to facilitate experimental transitions to an Internet-based network.
Crackdown Forces Intrade to Drop Americans
CFTC charges Intrade with illegal off-exchange options trading.
SEC Chairman Mary Schapiro is Stepping Down
President Obama names SEC Commissioner Elisse Walter to assume role of Chairman.
Court Approves Google’s Privacy Settlement
Federal judge approves FTC’s action over Google’s Safari practices.
Marijuana in Colorado: Legalized but Regulated
Colorado will need to regulate the market for a federally-banned drug.
States Face Critical Health Reform Deadline
States must decide whether they will create their own insurance exchanges.
Finance Experts Discuss Future of U.S. Housing System
Penn panel focuses on current housing finance regulatory issues.
FDA Further Appeals Loss over Graphic Tobacco Packages Regulation
Agency seeks further review of lower court decision on graphic warnings rule.