The “One Big Beautiful Bill” and the End of De Minimis for Ecommerce
July 7, 2025
The landscape of international trade for e-commerce businesses is continually evolving. The newly adopted "One Big Beautiful Bill" is the latest change impacting e-commerce companies, with its decision to eliminate the de minimis entry privilege on a global basis. This change, set to take effect worldwide by 2027, introduces new complexities for U.S.-based e-commerce companies already grappling with the attempted immediate elimination of this crucial exemption for goods from China.…
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EIA Engages Michigan Legislators on SB 351 – A Flawed Mini-TCPA Bill
June 30, 2025
The EIA was in Lansing. Michigan last week, engaging with various members of the Michigan legislature to discuss Senate Bill 351. This bill, which aims to regulate telephone solicitation sales and related conduct, is virtually identical to Senate Bill 1037, a similar "mini-TCPA" introduced last term that ultimately failed to advance. EIA has significant concerns that SB 351 could lead to a surge in litigation against legitimate businesses operating in Michigan and nationwide, rather than effectively targeting the actual bad actors behind scam calls and texts.…
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EIA Urges Oregon Governor Kotek to Veto HB 3865
June 30, 2025
The EIA is disappointed to announce that the Oregon Legislature has passed HB 3865, and we are now urgently calling on Governor Tina Kotek to veto this problematic legislation. While we fully support the goal of protecting Oregonians from unwanted communications, HB 3865, as passed, contains provisions that will have significant, unintended consequences for legitimate small and mid-size businesses, political campaigns, and Oregon citizens alike, and presents a clear violation of First Amendment free speech protections.…
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Supreme Court’s Landmark Decision in McLaughlin v. McKesson Ushers in a New Era for TCPA Litigation
June 23, 2025
On June 20, 2025, the Supreme Court handed down its decision in McLaughlin Chiropractic Associates, Inc. v. McKesson Corporation, a ruling that fundamentally redefines the interpretive authority of district courts in civil enforcement proceedings under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). …
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EIA Congratulates Olivia Trusty on Her Confirmation to the Federal Communications Commission
June 18, 2025
The Ecommerce Innovation Alliance extends its congratulations to Olivia Trusty on her confirmation yesterday to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Her vast experience and deep understanding of telecommunications policy will be invaluable as the Commission addresses critical issues impacting the digital economy.…
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HB 3865 Moves Forward in Oregon: Significant Disagreement Over Consumer Consent Remains
June 17, 2025
Yesterday marked another pivotal, yet deeply concerning, day in Oregon for e-commerce and other businesses nationwide as the Oregon Senate Rules Committee voted to advance House Bill 3865 towards a final passage. The vote was closely divided, reflecting the ongoing debate and significant concerns surrounding this legislation's impact on legitimate businesses.…
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