Proposed Federal Data Privacy Law Would Provide Much Needed Clarity and Protection For Businesses. But Don't Hold Your Breath
On Wednesday, July 28, legislation was introduced in the United States Senate that could be a game-changer for any business that acquires, collects, stores, and uses data about their customers. And if you run a consumer-facing business of any kind or size, that likely means you. . . . [READ MORE]
Pritzker Signs Bill Authorizing an Additional 110 Cannabis Dispensary Licenses To Be Awarded to Social Equity Applicants in Two Separate Lotteries
In response to the many challenges presented by a protracted initial dispensary licensing round mired by litigation, Gov. JB Pritzker signed HB 1443 into law on July 15th, 2021, aiming to establish a cannabis industry in Illinois that centers on equity and community reinvestment. . . . [READ MORE]
President Biden Signs Repeal of "True Lender" Rule
The "true lender" rule, which made it easier for banks to sell loans to third parties such as fintech firms and non-bank lenders, is no more. . . . [READ MORE]
