EIA Sounds Alarm as Oregon House Passes HB 3865, Ignoring Business Concerns and Ushering in Regulatory Chaos
April 11, 2025
Yesterday marked a concerning day for the ecommerce industry as the Oregon House of Representatives passed House Bill 3865. The EIA expresses its profound disappointment at the bill's advancement, especially in light of the substantial and clearly articulated concerns raised by the EIA and numerous businesses regarding its detrimental impact on modern ecommerce practices, particularly text message marketing, a vital tool for engaging with consenting customers.…
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California Privacy Board Poised to Drop Proposal to Regulate Use of AI for Targeted Advertising
April 11, 2025
The California Privacy Protection Agency held a board meeting on April 4, 2025, where a central point of discussion during the occasionally contentious five hour meeting revolved around the proposed regulations concerning the use of AI, referred to as automated decision-making technology (ADMT), in the context of targeted advertising. As advocates for a thriving ecommerce ecosystem and the responsible use of technology, the EIA has closely monitored these developments. …
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Triple Threat to Ecommerce: Reciprocal Tariffs and De Minimis Changes Create Existential Crisis for Small and Mid-Sized Businesses
April 10, 2025
The EIA is issuing an urgent warning to American policymakers. The recent flurry of Executive Orders concerning reciprocal tariffs and low-value imports, particularly those originating from the People’s Republic of China (PRC), represent a triple threat to the viability of countless U.S.-based small and mid-sized e-commerce companies. …
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Two Executive Orders, One Big Question Mark for Ecommerce Companies
April 3, 2025
The EIA is closely monitoring recent developments out of the White House, specifically the two Executive Orders issued on April 2, 2025, that will undoubtedly have ramifications for the ecommerce sector. We believe it's crucial for our members and the wider industry to understand the potential impacts of these presidential actions.…
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State Attorneys General Push Back Against Landmark Ruling on FCC’s 1:1 Consent Rule
March 27, 2025
The Ecommerce Innovation Alliance continues to monitor developments following the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals' recent decision to overturn key components of the FCC's 2023 Order, including the controversial "one-to-one consent" rule governing robocalls and robotexts. As previously reported, this ruling was a significant win for businesses utilizing lawful means to obtain consumer consent for telemarketing.…
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EIA Stands Strong for American Businesses & Consumers in Comments on Proposed Tariff Rulemaking
March 25, 2025
The EIA has filed comments in response to the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking issued by U.S. Customs and Border Protection concerning trade and national security actions and low-value shipments. The EIA defends the crucial role of the de minimis exemption and cautions against proposals that would inflict harm on small businesses and consumers.…
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