Tomorrow, July 22, the Federal Communications Commission will vote on a proposal make more wireless spectrum available for licensed commercial use. This is a constructive move as consumer demand for wireless traffic has been consistently increasing and will surge in ...
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WASHINGTON, DC – Yesterday the Drug Enforcement Administration issued a statement declaring its intent to classify 7-hydroxymitragynine (commonly referred to as “7-OH”) as a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act. An organic compound derived from the kratom plant, ...
Read MoreWith increased focus on affordability, some policymakers around the country have taken up the “right to repair” mantra. States have introduced right to repair legislation designed to give consumers more options for fixing the products they own. This is ...
Read MoreHealthcare continues to be a top issue for Americans. In fact, medical costs now beat out both rent and food as the public’s top budgetary concern. Issues about access to treatments and insurance coverage are deeply intertwined in these concerns. For ...
Read MoreThe Senate Banking Committee is marking up the CLARITY Act today. Senators have an important choice: will the legislation strengthen both innovation and Main Street finance, or will it end up hurting local economies by undermining the community banks that are vital ...
Read MoreHousing affordability is driving urgent efforts to modernize the mortgage and refinancing process. Among these, the Federal Housing Finance Agency’s Title Acceptance Pilot stands out as a reform that delivers real benefits for homeowners. By targeting outdated title risk practices, this pilot program is paving the ...
Read MoreThe Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is set to vote on a network modernization plan at its March 26 Open Meeting. The decision will shape the country’s digital future and be a cornerstone for the 21st century economy. Outdated rules have ...
Read MoreHLF’s president testified before the Tobacco Products Scientific Advisory Committee (TPSAC), a panel that advises the Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) on regulatory matters dealing with safety, dependence, and health issues relating to tobacco products. The TPSAC ...
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