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FTC v. World Professional Association for Transgender Health - Civil Investigative Demand

The FTC has issued a Civil Investigative Demand (CID) to the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH). WPATH has filed a petition to quash this demand, asserting it is overly broad and unduly burdensome. The FTC is seeking information related to WPATH's standards of care and data collection practices.

FTC and States Sue Cancer Recovery Foundation for Donor Deception

The FTC and 10 states have filed a lawsuit against the Cancer Recovery Foundation International, also known as Women's Cancer Fund, and its operator for allegedly deceiving donors. The charity is accused of collecting over $18 million from 2017 to 2022, with only a small fraction going to support cancer patients and the majority used for fundraisers and the operator.

FTC and States Stop Kars-R-Us.com Deceptive Fundraising Scheme

The FTC and 19 states have stopped Kars-R-Us.com, Inc. and its operators from continuing a deceptive charity fundraising scheme. The operators made false claims to donors, and under a proposed settlement, face restrictions on future fundraising, with one operator permanently banned.

FTC v. XCL Resources Holdings, LLC - Antitrust Enforcement

The FTC has filed a gun jumping case against XCL Resources Holdings, LLC, Verdun Oil Company II LLC, and EP Energy, LLC. The companies will pay a record $5.6 million civil penalty to settle allegations of illegal pre-merger coordination in violation of the Hart-Scott-Rodino Act.

FTC Warns Data Brokers on PADFAA Compliance

The FTC has warned 13 data brokers about their obligations under the Protecting Americans’ Data from Foreign Adversaries Act (PADFAA). The letters remind companies that selling sensitive personal data to foreign adversaries is prohibited and violations could result in civil penalties of up to $53,088 per violation.

FTC Sending $22.8 Million to Consumers for Deceptive Real Estate Schemes

The FTC is returning nearly $23 million to 1,659 consumers who were defrauded by deceptive real estate schemes, specifically Sanctuary Belize and Kanantik. This second distribution includes checks averaging $16,462 for Sanctuary Belize investors and $6,346.39 for Kanantik investors.

FTC Settlement with Express Scripts to Lower Drug Costs

The FTC has secured a settlement with Express Scripts, Inc. (ESI), a major pharmacy benefit manager, requiring significant changes to its business practices. These changes are projected to lower drug costs for patients by up to $7 billion over 10 years and increase revenue for community pharmacies.

FTC ANPRM on Rental Housing Fees Submitted to OMB

The FTC has submitted a draft Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) concerning fees in the rental housing market to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. This action signals the agency's intent to potentially create new rules to address deceptive or unfair fees charged to renters.

FTC Draft Rulemaking on Negative Option Plans Submitted for Review

The FTC has submitted a draft Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) concerning its Negative Option Rule to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. This action indicates the agency is considering potential revisions or new regulations related to negative option plans, which are common in subscription services.

FTC Warns 42 Law Firms on Anticompetitive DEI Hiring Practices

The FTC has issued warning letters to 42 law firms regarding potentially anticompetitive employment practices related to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) hiring. The firms, which participated in the Mansfield Certification program, are cautioned that coordinating on candidate pools or sharing pay information may violate antitrust laws.