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Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

The Remainder of the Year in Congress

For the time being, members of Congress are collectively focused on the outcome of the November 5 elections. However, when they return to Washington on November 12, the lame duck session of Congress will face a number of...more

Holland & Knight LLP

Ninth Circuit Says Federal Contractor Minimum Wage Is Unlawful

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The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit ruled that the president lacks authority under the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949 to set a federal contractor minimum wage, creating a split with other...more

Bass, Berry & Sims PLC

DoD Announces Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification 2.0 Final Rule (Finally!)

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After numerous fits and starts, on October 14, the Department of Defense (DoD) published a final rule implementing the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program. Borne from documented deficiencies in the...more

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Pentagon's cybersecurity rules reflect the growing threat from state-sponsored hackers

On October 11, 2024, the United States Department of Defense (DOD) published a final rule implementing its Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program, which is designed to verify that defense contractors are...more

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Deadline Approaching to File Objections to Federal Disclosure of Contractor Demographic Data

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In October of 2024, the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (“OFCCP”) announced it had received two Freedom of Information Act (“FOIA”) requests to disclose EEO-1 Type 2 Consolidated Report data, which is filed...more

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New York Note: Adams Appointments, Client Spotlight, Super Lawyers

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Mayor Adams has announced new appointments within the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Communications. In the Press Office, Kayla Mamelak Altus is now Press Secretary, and Allison Maser has joined as a Deputy Press Secretary...more

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Federal Contractors Catch a Break: Ninth Circuit Strikes Down EO 14026 and DOL’s Minimum Wage Mandate

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The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has vacated President Joe Biden’s executive order increasing the minimum hourly wage for employees working on federal government contracts. State of Nebraska v. Su, No. 23-15179...more

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Key Federal Takeaways From the 2024 Election

Republicans are taking back the White House and the U.S. Senate. All that remains to be determined is control of the U.S. House, which Republicans appear poised to take as well. ...more

Tucker Arensberg, P.C.

Medicare Decreases Physician Fee Schedule by 2.93%

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The final Medicare Physician Fee Schedule was issued on November 1st for calendar year 2025. Attached is a link to both the Press Release describing all of the Medicare changes and the link to the entire Final Rule....more

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Key Takeaways From the 2024 Election: North Carolina

"Moderation" is the best description of what North Carolina’s landscape looks like following the election. Democrats have likely gained enough seats in the legislature to overcome the Republican supermajority. ...more

Pullman & Comley - School Law

Executive Session: Who Can Be There (Besides Board Members)?

Board members sometimes just assume that whenever they enter into executive session under Connecticut’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), they can invite anyone they want into the session.  Furthermore, boards often assume...more

BakerHostetler

[Podcast] The Cloakroom with Peter Roskam: Featuring Jake Sherman of Punchbowl News

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Former Congressman Peter Roskam, who leads BakerHostetler’s Federal Policy team, provides listeners with a front-row seat to the most important policy and political debates in Congress. In this episode of “The Cloakroom with...more

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New Cybersecurity Requirements Are Coming For Federal Contractors Handling Sensitive Government Information

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On Oct. 21, the new Federal Acquisition Regulation (“FAR”) rule (the “CUI Rule”) aligning requirements for federal contractors to properly safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information (“CUI”) as outlined in Executive Order...more

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How a Trump Presidency Could Impact Government Contracting

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With former President Donald Trump winning election to be the 47th president of the United States, Americans should expect sweeping policy and regulatory changes, including in the federal procurement space. Based on Trump's...more

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McDermott+ Check-Up: November 8, 2024

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Republicans Win Control of White House and Senate, Seem Poised to Maintain Control of House. Former President Donald Trump will return to the White House, and Republicans also gained control of the Senate. Some toss-up House...more

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

FDA and Department of Veteran Affairs Set to Launch Virtual Lab Testing AI Tools, Subject to Trump’s Plans

FDA and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced last week that they plan to develop the first intergovernmental health artificial intelligence (AI) lab. This lab would test health-related AI applications for safety...more

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Investigations Newsletter: Judge Orders Government to Pay Relators a Cut of FCA Settlement

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Judge Orders Government to Pay Relators a Cut of FCA Settlement - On November 4, a federal judge from the US District Court for the District of Massachusetts ordered the government to pay the relators’ share of a...more

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Affirmative Action and Construction Companies

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Affirmative action is typically not a major focus for construction companies. With the difficulty of finding qualified workers, finishing complex projects, and dealing with a myriad of government regulations, affirmative...more

Bracewell LLP

PRG 2024 Post-Election Pulse Check: Trade and Manufacturing

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Paul D. Nathanson and Joshua C. Zive, senior principals in Bracewell’s Policy Resolution Group, discuss the future of trade and manufacturing under a new Trump administration....more

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Election Results and Implications: New Jersey & National Insights

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The 2024 general election results, both nationally and in New Jersey, have indicated a range of significant political shifts and emerging trends. The victory of former President Donald Trump in the presidential race,...more

The Volkov Law Group

Episode 344 -- SEC Settles FCPA Case with Moog for $1.7 Million

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The SEC notched another FCPA settlement, continuing its steady pursuit and resolution of FCPA cases. In the meantime, the Justice Department has been silent in the FCPA enforcement arena. In this episode of Corruption,...more

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

CMS Releases Proposed Forms to Effectuate Medicare MFP Under the IRA of IPAY 2026 and IPAY 2027

On October 28, CMS requested public comment​ on four proposed information collections (ICRs) it intends to impose on drug manufacturers and pharmacies in order to effectuate maximum fair prices (MFP) under the Inflation...more

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Split Tickets and Some More of the Same: A 2024 North Carolina Election Recap

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Across the country on Tuesday, November 5, Americans cast their ballots in one of the most closely contested elections in recent history. In the Old North State, voters came out in droves beginning with the early voting...more

Bass, Berry & Sims PLC

International Trade Enforcement Roundup – October 2024

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You are reading the October 2024 Update of the Bass, Berry & Sims Enforcement Roundup, where we bring notable enforcement actions, policy changes, interesting news articles, and a bit of our insight to your inbox. -...more

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What President-Elect Trump’s Victory Means for Healthcare in 2025

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Donald Trump will be the 47th President of the U.S. Not since 1892 has a President been elected to two non-consecutive terms, and his victory has helped Republicans pick up several critical seats in Congress. Senate...more

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