Assistant secretary says EBSA will prioritize fiduciary process, curb litigation and expand plan options Assistant Secretary Daniel Aronovich told a House Education and Workforce subcommittee that EBSA's priorities under the current administration are regulatory clarity for fiduciaries, targeted enforcement and rein in ERISA litigation, including a proposed investment-selection rule and PBM transparency work.

Assistant Secretary Daniel Aronovich revealed a bold three-part plan aimed at revolutionizing retirement and health benefits, ensuring fiduciaries have the clarity and confidence to innovate without the fear of litigation.

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HBA getting it done on Capitol Hill this week


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Committee adopts amendment and gives due-pass to bill clarifying local authority on commercial drone infrastructure House Bill 2875, amended to extend airport buffers and require operator-airport consultation, clarifies that cities and counties may regulate commercial drone infrastructure in or near residential areas; Zipline said the bill provides necessary regulatory clarity. The committee adopted the Bullock amendment and issued a due-pass as amended.

Arizona's House Bill 2875 empowers local governments to regulate commercial drone infrastructure, enhancing safety near residential areas and airports!

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Women in Hemp, an HBA community, will be on Capitol Hill Feb 23–25 to educate offices on hemp beverages and advocate for a clear regulatory framework. Follow along!

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House panel approves recovery-residence bill after debate over medication-assisted-treatment language PCS for HB 923, which clarifies regulation of recovery residences, was reported favorably (10–4) after opponents — including the Florida Association of Recovery Residences — urged preserving a certification-linked requirement that ensured access for people on medication-assisted treatment (MAT); sponsor signaled ongoing negotiations.

A heated debate unfolds as Florida's House panel moves forward with a recovery-residence bill, sparking concerns over vital medication-assisted treatment access for those in need.

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Committee weighs LB1193 to tax, regulate and encourage utility‑scale battery storage in Nebraska LB1193 would treat standalone energy storage as subject to Nebraska’s nameplate capacity tax, codify Power Review Board jurisdiction and safety/foreign‑adversary controls, require local first‑responder training, and bar eminent domain to attract private investment; proponents emphasized grid reliability and revenue predictability, while public power groups urged partnership safeguards and raised eminent‑domain concerns.

Nebraska's LB1193 could revolutionize energy storage by integrating utility-scale batteries into the state's regulatory framework, promising to attract private investment and enhance grid reliability.

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Senate committee and SEC chair push for "clarity" on digital assets and tokenization Senators and SEC Chairman Paul Atkins pushed for congressional legislation to define the regulatory boundary between the SEC and CFTC, adopt a token taxonomy, and enable tokenized securities and sandboxes so U.S. firms can compete globally while maintaining investor protections.

SEC Chairman Paul Atkins warns that a clear federal framework for crypto is crucial for investor certainty and innovation, urging Congress to act swiftly.

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#JPMorgan #Crypto2026 #InstitutionalFlows #Bitcoin #CryptoOutlook #RegulatoryClarity #MarketRecovery #BTC #Btc #btc

Committee approves bill clarifying funeral service agreements for transporting remains House Bill 20 35, presented as a funeral-industry request, would define and structure service agreements for transporting human remains and clarify they are not insurance. Sponsors said the change protects consumers by making the product and its regulation clear; the committee passed the bill.

A new bill in Oklahoma aims to clarify funeral service agreements for transporting human remains, ensuring consumers have the information they need to make informed choices.

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Committee clears bill clarifying rules for small plug‑in solar devices, adopts amendment House Bill 4060, amended and advanced 8‑0, would clarify that small plug‑in solar devices (not exceeding 1.2 kW and plugging into a 120‑volt outlet) that meet national safety standards and anti‑islanding requirements are not to be treated as incorrect grid connections; the OCC may still adopt narrowly tailored rules.

Oklahoma's House Bill 4060 is set to revolutionize small-scale solar energy by clarifying that plug-in devices under 1.2 kW will be treated like appliances, making solar adoption easier than ever!

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Panel backs expanding L&I rulemaking authority for asbestos training, industry raises concerns SB 6,188 would give the Department of Labor and Industries broader authority to adopt asbestos certification standards beyond what is strictly required by federal law; sponsor and staff cited worker safety and examples of improper asbestos removal; building industry groups warned of regulatory conflict and cost.

A new bill aims to empower Washington's Department of Labor and Industries to enhance asbestos training standards, but industry groups warn it could lead to regulatory chaos.

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#WA #WorkerSafety #TrainingRequirements #CitizenPortal #RegulatoryClarity

PUC flags meter, administrative and capacity questions for S.202 The Vermont Public Utility Commission told the Natural Resources & Energy committee that S.202 leaves ambiguous how exports would be measured and compensated, how the commission would handle notice forms, and whether customers could deploy multiple portable systems at a single account.

The Vermont Public Utility Commission warns that the new bill could create confusion over how energy exports are measured, leaving consumers at risk of inconsistent outcomes.

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#VT #EnergyPolicy #UtilityManagement #CitizenPortal #RegulatoryClarity #VermontPublicUtility

Safer shelves. Clearer rules. A marketplace that works. That’s HBA’s 2026 focus: consumer protection and regulatory consistency for hemp beverages—because clarity benefits everyone.

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Tom Lee's BitMine ($BMNR) is aggressively accumulating Ethereum ($ETH), driven by perceived subdued volatility and improving regulatory clarity in the crypto market. This positive sentiment underpins long-term bullish outlooks. ✨ #CryptoMarket #RegulatoryClarity

Bitcoin ETFs & The Future of Crypto Regulation The Day Everything Changed: Beyond the Hype of the Spot Bitcoin ETF January 10, 2024. For a decade, that date was just a hypothetical on the calendars of crypto enthusiasts.…

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BasisPointInsight.com - A Clear Choice: Open FDI Fully or Close the Door by Srinath Sridharan India’s regulatory half-measures diminish investor confidence and stifle growth. It is time to choose decisively rather than muddle through ambiguity. by Srinath Sridharan, BasisPointInsight.com

1/4 India’s latest proposal to allow foreign direct investment in inventory-based e-commerce—but only for exports—reveals both ambition and anxiety.

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TDLR advisory board approves clarifying draft language on natural hair braiding for future rulemaking TDLR staff presented draft language to define the statutory exemption for natural hair braiding and to identify services that remain regulated. After debate about incidental drying and blow-drying, the board approved staff-drafted clarifying language for inclusion in a future rule package; staff and enforcement will coordinate further drafting and,

The TDLR Barbering and Cosmetology Advisory Board is redefining the rules around natural hair braiding, sparking heated debates on whether blow-drying should require a license.

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#TX #CitizenPortal #RegulatoryClarity #TexasHairBraiding #NaturalHairCare #CosmetologyLaw

Committee weighs bill to give cities and towns formal role in approving simulcasting permits The Select Committee on Gaming reviewed draft 26 LSO 1 45, which would create a new local‑approval process for simulcasting permits, allow municipalities and counties to impose reasonable conditions and limited revocation for good cause, and change the geographic 100‑mile restriction. The bill generated support from county and municipal groups and争

A new bill could revolutionize how Wyoming cities and counties approve simulcasting permits, giving local governments more power in the process!

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UK Leads Global Crypto Growth, Gemini Urges 2026 Regulatory Clarity The proportion of Britons investing in or owning cryptocurrencies surged from 18% to 24% in just one year, according to the "Global State of Crypto 2025"

UK Leads Global Crypto Growth, Gemini Urges 2026 Regulatory Clarity

#CryptoAdoption #FinancialConductAuthority #Gemini #regulatoryclarity #unitedkingdom

Committee Discusses Defining Childcare and Daycare for Regulatory Clarity Committee reviews definitions to clarify childcare versus daycare for regulatory purposes.

The Planning Commission in Kamas is tackling the critical distinction between childcare and daycare, aiming to clarify regulations that could reshape our community's future!

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#KamasSummitCounty #UT #CitizenPortal #ChildcareDefinitions #KamasChildcare #RegulatoryClarity

Committee Proposes Amendment to Chapter 28 on Public Safety Regulations Council moves to amend regulations on parades, demonstrations, and public safety enforcement.

Mauldin City Council is taking bold steps to enhance public safety during community events while ensuring clear guidelines for demonstrations—find out what changes are on the horizon!

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#MauldinGreenvilleCounty #SC #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #RegulatoryClarity

Committee Discusses ADU Exemptions and FEMA Rule Compliance Challenges Committee addresses confusion over ADU qualifications under current FEMA regulations.

Wells Planning Board's recent meeting sparked a heated debate over the confusing regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units and their compliance with FEMA guidelines!

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#WellsYorkCounty #ME #CitizenPortal #WellsADUs #RegulatoryClarity #HousingCompliance #FloodSafety

County Board Fails to Pass Ordinance Amendments on Cannabis Permit Streamlining The Lake County Board denies first reading of cannabis permit ordinance amendments.

The Lake County Board's recent meeting revealed shocking statistics and procedural conflicts that could reshape the future of cannabis cultivation regulations in California.

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#LakeCounty #CA #CivicEngagement #CitizenPortal #RegulatoryClarity #DataAccuracy

City Council Reviews Traffic Ordinances for Highland Avenue Intersection Changes Council discusses proposed right turn restrictions at multiple Highland Avenue intersections.

Salem City Council is taking steps to enhance traffic safety on Highland Avenue with new signage and clearer regulations for critical intersections.

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Committee Discusses Clarity in Residential Development Language and Payment Formulas Committee suggests clearer language for residential construction definitions and payment formulas.

The Gloucester Planning Board is taking bold steps to clarify development regulations, aiming to eliminate confusion for developers and ensure community growth.

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Committee approves temporary permits for kinship care licensing process The committee endorses a six-month permit to expedite kinship care home licensing.

New Hampshire lawmakers are pushing for a groundbreaking six-month permit to streamline the licensing process for kinship care homes, aiming to get children into loving family environments faster than ever.

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#NH #CitizenPortal #RegulatoryClarity #CommunitySupport

Queensland launches nine-point plan to tackle prescribing concerns A new nine-point plan aims to tackle prescribing concerns after survey findings of low confidence and adverse events.

Queensland Health has quietly unveiled a nine-point action plan to address prescribing and dispensing concerns in the state.

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Hemp Industry Leaders Urge Congress to Clarify Federal Regulations Amid Fears of De Facto Ban Advocates warn that prohibition could harm farmers, jobs and consumer safety as bipartisan support for regulatory clarity grows

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Fair Oaks Council Adopts Regulations for Flying Creek Nature Preserve and Campgrounds City Council approves new rules for nature preserve and repeals outdated camping ordinance.

Fairhope City Council's recent meeting marked a turning point with new regulations for the Flying Creek Nature Preserve and a fresh camping ordinance aimed at enhancing community safety and engagement.

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#FairhopeCityBaldwinCounty #AL #FairhopeCity #RegulatoryClarity

County Commission Approves Friendship Park Zoning While One Application Withdrawn County commission approved Friendship Park rezoning; one application was withdrawn.

Baldwin County's recent zoning meeting saw one application withdrawn while two others paved the way for new neighborhood-friendly developments!

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