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FTC.gov: FTC Proposes Changes Making it Easier to Comply With Alternative Fuels Rule

As part of the Federal Trade Commission’s systematic review of all current FTC rules and guides, the FTC is proposing to consolidate the labels required on alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) with those required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), eliminating the need for two different labels and reducing the burden of complying with the Alternative Fuels Rule.

FTC.gov: FTC Seeks Public Input on Jewelry Industry Marketing Guides

Do you have something to say about jewelry and how it’s marketed? If so, the Federal Trade Commission wants to hear from you. As part of its systematic review of all current FTC rules and guides, the Federal Trade Commission is seeking public comment on the agency’s Jewelry Guides.

The Hill’s Floor Action Blog: Senators introduce guidelines bill for data security breaches

Sen. Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) introduced a bill on behalf of himself and four other Republican senators setting national standards for how companies inform individuals of a breach of security related to personal information.

FTC.gov: FTC Files Complaint Against Wyndham Hotels For Failure to Protect Consumers’ Personal Information

Credit Card Data of Hundreds of Thousands of Consumers Compromised, Millions of Dollars Lost to Fraud

The Federal Trade Commission filed suit against global hospitality company Wyndham Worldwide Corporation and three of its subsidiaries for alleged data security failures that led to three data breaches at Wyndham hotels in less than two years.

CBS News: Delaware lawmakers approve online gambling

The state Senate on Wednesday narrowly approved a bill authorizing online betting in Delaware and more venues for sports wagering and other gambling.