The chemical industry is subject to complex and ever-evolving laws and regulations. New standards governing the production and use of chemicals are implemented every year worldwide, and existing laws and regulations are constantly changing to keep pace with new information and scientific advancements. Chemical Industry Regulatory Update provides a monthly digest of recent legislative and regulatory developments and related industry news.
California and Colorado Finalize Privacy Regulations
In just the first few months of this year we already have seen significant state law developments that raise the privacy compliance stakes, including five new state privacy statutes, and the pace of change continues to accelerate. California and Colorado both have adopted final regulations that implement their respective comprehensive consumer privacy legislation. The new regulations fill in areas left open in the statutes and, in some instances, actually add to the compliance burden. Continue reading.
Commerce Issues Policy Memo to Incentivize More Disclosures of Export Violations
Aaron C. Mandelbaum, Scott E. Diamond*, Francesca M.S. Guerrero, Samir D. Varma
To increase disclosures of export violations, the Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) issued a memorandum on April 18, 2023 “clarifying” its enforcement policy related to voluntary self-disclosures of “significant” possible violations of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The memo also elaborates upon the policy regarding disclosures of potential EAR violations by another party. The clarifications, which are effective immediately, aim to promote the “shared endeavor” of compliance, which the policy memo describes as “the first line of effective enforcement.” Read more.
*Not licensed to practice law
Environmental L.A.W.S. – Environmental Justice: A Balance Act
Tanya Nesbitt is a litigator and partner in Thompson Hine’s Environmental and Product Liability Litigation groups and a member of the firm’s ESG Collaborative. She routinely helps companies navigate regulatory and litigation risks associated with greenwashing and environmental justice. In this episode, Tanya is joined by Bonita Johnson, a microbiologist for EPA Region IV and member of the White House Environmental Justice Interagency Council, to discuss the evolution of environmental justice, pitfalls associated with improper EJ assessment, and best practices for company stakeholder engagement. Listen here.
Employment Legislation Outlook
Megan S. Glowacki, Hannah E. Caldwell
Check out the latest Employment Legislation Outlook. This monthly digest is designed to keep you apprised of upcoming major state law changes in areas including paid sick and safe leave laws, family and parental leave, recreational and medicinal marijuana use, workplace gun laws, asking candidates about salary history and unpredictable scheduling. Read more.
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Chemical Industry Regulatory Update is compiled by Thompson Hine lawyers on behalf of The Adhesive and Sealant Council. It should not be construed as legal advice, and the views and opinions expressed herein are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the ASC or its members.
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