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self-regulation
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How We’re Elevating Trust Through Industry Self-Regulation at BBB National Programs
When I reflect on my career trajectory and the evolving role of trade associations in today's landscape, one…
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GovernanceArticleOver 5 years old
New Cryptocurrency Group Eyes Self-Regulation
The Virtual Commodity Association, backed by the well-known Winklevoss twins, aims to create rules of the road for…
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GovernanceArticleOver 5 years old
The Sharing Economy: New Frontiers in Self-Regulation
New economic advancements open up a new set of possibilities for regulation—and that could be a good thing.…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Industry Groups Sue Over “Conflict Minerals” Rule
The “conflict minerals” rule, designed to limit trade of minerals from conflict areas, is too burdensome to administer,…
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Lobbying Groups Object to Proposed NY Ethics Regulations
Associations say a proposed rule requiring disclosure of membership fees is too broad and would mislead the public…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Associations Grapple With Startup-Funding Law
While crowdfunding associations have come out in favor of the JOBS Act, other associations worry about the startup-funding…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Business Groups Battle Dodd-Frank Financial Reform Act Restrictions
Four major business associations, including the Chamber of Commerce, have sued the Securities and Exchange Commission over a…
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Digital Advertising Alliance Snubs “Do Not Track” Rules
The Digital Advertising Alliance won’t penalize firms that ignore browsers which enable “Do Not Track” by default —…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Restaurant Group Hails Swipe-Fee Reforms, One Year Later
Small business has gained from last year’s cap, the National Restaurant Association says, but it’s still pushing for…
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
California Legalizes Self-Driving Cars—and There’s an Association for That
The Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International sees possibilities for the technology that go way past Google's prototype.
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AdvocacyArticleOver 5 years old
Retail Associations Say Record Credit Card Settlement Isn’t Enough
Nine retail trade groups, in a letter to Congress, argue that a $7.2 billion settlement doesn’t offset rising…
