Regulations
Californians Should Approve Proposition 22
California voters are set to vote on a bill that would allow app-based drivers to be classified as independent contractors.
Net Neutrality Housekeeping at the FCC
The FCC is scheduled to finalize the Restoring Internet Freedom Order (RIFO) remand on October 27, 2020. Details of the draft Remand Order demonstrate why the internet has maintained its resilience since implementation of RIFO.
House Judiciary Committee Antitrust Report Is Anti-Competitive
The House Judiciary Committee Majority Staff Report on Competition in Digital Markets is anti-competitive and a waste of the taxpayers' money.
States Should Continue to Legalize Sports Betting
Voters in Maryland, Louisiana, and South Dakota states will decide whether or not to legalize sports betting in their states.
Now Is the Time for Occupational Licensing Reform
During the coronavirus pandemic, states have made changes in occupational licensing laws. However, it is important to discuss reform outside of the pandemic.
AB 5 is a Lose-Lose Situation for Gig Economy Workers and Independent Contractors
Lawmakers have attempted to repeal a bill that hurts gig economy workers and independent contractors. California needs to continue supporting efforts to repeal the bill.
Supreme Court to Hear Case to Overturn Obamacare in November
In March 2020, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) agreed it would take up the case Texas v United States and determine the constitutionality of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA), or Obamacare.
Buy American Executive Order Raises More Questions than Answers
President Trump has been talking about signing a Buy American Executive Order (EO) since March, 2020 and did so on August 6.
C-Band Spectrum Moves One Step Closer to Auction
The auction of the c-band spectrum is expected to begin on December 8, 2020.
Executive Order Will Help Improve Telehealth in Rural Areas
The EO will help improve and advance healthcare delivery in the U.S., especially in rural areas.
Congress Must Protect Gig Economy Workers
Congress must protect gig economy workers in the next COVID-19 relief package.
FHWA Lifts Unnecessary Regulation Barring Food Trucks from Vending at Rest Stops
The on-going COVID-19 pandemic presents essential workers with new challenges every day.
