The preeminent privacy issue facing the House Energy and Commerce Committee, Senate Commerce Committee, Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) and Department of Commerce during the 112th Congress will be defining the proper role of the federal … [Read more] about 2010 Post-Election Advisory: Outlook for the 112th Congress
The Impact of Emerging Consumer Privacy Standards on the Collection and Use of Customer Data
The basic rules governing privacy of customer information have been relatively stable for a number of years. But this regulatory environment is in the midst of fundamental change. This advisory provides a brief summary of existing principles of … [Read more] about The Impact of Emerging Consumer Privacy Standards on the Collection and Use of Customer Data
The Medicare and Medicaid Electronic Health Record Incentive Programs: Changes to Meaningful Use and How to Collect on the Incentives
Yesterday, the final regulations that set forth the long-awaited framework for the adoption of electronic health record (EHR) systems by eligible professionals (EPs) and eligible hospitals were published in the Federal Register. The Centers for … [Read more] about The Medicare and Medicaid Electronic Health Record Incentive Programs: Changes to Meaningful Use and How to Collect on the Incentives
The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act: A Summary
Two days ago, on July 21, President Obama signed into law H.R. 4173, the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (the “Act”). All types of financial institutions will be subject to significant new conditions and limitations under … [Read more] about The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act: A Summary
Financial Reform Legislation: Comparison of the Senate and House Bills
Last week, the Senate passed a financial reform bill, S. 3217, that is similar but not identical to the House of Representatives bill, H.R. 4173, from last December. The two measures are now headed to conference. The Senate appointed its 12 conferees … [Read more] about Financial Reform Legislation: Comparison of the Senate and House Bills