Stopping Illegal Robocalls and Robotexts: Insights from the House Energy & Commerce Hearing
June 6, 2025
This week, the House Committee on Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a crucial hearing titled "Stopping Illegal Robocalls and Robotexts: Progress, Challenges, and Next Steps" on June 4, 2025. The hearing brought together experts from industry and consumer advocacy groups to reflect on the strides made in combating illegal robocalls and robotexts since the enactment of the TRACED Act, examine the persistent challenges, and discuss potential future steps. …
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California SB 690 Passes Senate with Strong Bipartisan Support
June 4, 2025
We're pleased to report a significant development regarding California SB 690, a bill addressing the surge of lawsuits impacting online businesses under the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA). On June 3, 2025, California Senate Bill 690, authored by Senator Caballero, successfully passed the Senate Floor with an overwhelming 35-0 vote. This crucial step moves the bill, which EIA has supported, forward in the legislative process.…
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EIA Files Amicus Brief in Key De Minimis Case, Building on Momentum from Court Ruling Striking Down Tariffs
May 30, 2025
In a pivotal move for the American ecommerce community, the EIA today announced the filing of an amicus curiae brief in the United States Court of International Trade (CIT) case Axle of Dearborn, Inc. d/b/a Detroit Axle v. Department of Commerce. EIA was supported in this effort by James K. Kearney, a partner in the Government Contracts and Global practice groups at Womble Bond Dickinson. …
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Court Strikes Down Tariffs: A Win for Ecommerce, But the Fight Continues
May 29, 2025
In a significant ruling for the import and e-commerce community, the United States Court of International Trade has invalidated several major tariff programs implemented by the Trump administration under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. The decision, dated May 28, 2025, was issued by a unanimous 3-judge panel, which found that the President exceeded the authority granted by Congress in imposing widespread "Trafficking Tariffs" and "Worldwide and Retaliatory Tariffs".…
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Problems Persist in Oregon: EIA Reacts to Oregon Senate Judiciary Committee Advancement of HB 3865A
May 22, 2025
Yesterday, May 21st, 2025, the Oregon Senate Committee on Judiciary held a work session concerning House Bill 3865A, a measure seeking to regulate text messages and restrict their time, frequency, and manner. While the stated goal of protecting consumers from unwanted solicitations is one we support, the bill as initially passed by the House and even in its amended form, continues to raise significant concerns for legitimate businesses and consumers alike.…
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EIA Holds Meetings with FCC on Abusive “Quiet Hours” Litigation
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June 12, 2025
On June 10, 2025, EIA’s President & CEO, David Carter, alongside former FCC Commissioner Michael O’Rielly, held two crucial ex parte meetings with key representatives from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). These proactive discussions focused on our previously submitted Petition for Declaratory Ruling, aimed at combating abusive "quiet hours" litigation and securing much-needed clarity from the FCC.…
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