FTC Rules & Proposed Rules

FTC Proposed Rule on Deceptive Rental Housing Fees

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed a new rule to prohibit unfair or deceptive practices related to rental housing fees. This proposal aims to protect consumers from misleading fee disclosures by landlords and property management companies.

FTC Proposes Rule on Negative Option Plans and Recurring Payments

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed a new rule concerning the use of prenotification negative option plans and recurring payment practices. This proposal aims to provide clearer guidelines and protections for consumers regarding subscription services and automatic renewals.

FTC Revises Negative Option Rule, Withdraws CARS Rule, Removes Non-Compete Rule

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has revised its Negative Option Rule, withdrawn the Combating Auto Retail Scams (CARS) Rule, and removed its Non-Compete Clause Rule. These actions are taken to conform existing rules to recent federal court decisions. The changes are effective February 12, 2026.