Category: Law and Legislation

Senate Passes Child Online Safety Bill, Sending It to an Uncertain House Fate

The legislation would impose stricter privacy rules and safeguards for children on the internet and social media, but concerns about free speech and fierce industry lobbying pose challenges.
U.S. Accuses Norfolk Southern of Delaying Amtrak Trains

A complaint filed in federal court said Norfolk Southern had “regularly” failed to follow federal law requiring that it give preference to Amtrak passenger trains.
Justice Dept. Defends TikTok Law That Forces App’s Sale or Ban

In its first detailed response to a legal challenge, the agency said TikTok’s proposed changes wouldn’t prevent China from using it to collect U.S. users’ data or spread propaganda.
Biden Administration’s Rent Cap Proposal Reignites Housing Policy Debate

A proposal to make landlords’ tax breaks contingent on rent limits has drawn industry pushback, progressive applause and some alternative approaches.
No Taxes on Tips? A Trump Idea Gains Ground.

The sudden popularity of exempting tips from taxes is a reminder of the improvisational nature of economic policymaking under Donald Trump.
No Taxes on Tips? A Trump Idea Gains Ground.

The sudden popularity of exempting tips from taxes is a reminder of the improvisational nature of economic policymaking under Donald Trump.
The $25 Trillion System of Retirement Savings Needs Fixing

Fifty years after Congress passed a landmark retirement law, 401(k) and I.R.A. accounts enrich mostly higher-income households. Here are five ways they can be improved.
The $25 Trillion System of Retirement Savings Needs Fixing

Fifty years after Congress passed a landmark retirement law, 401(k) and I.R.A. accounts enrich mostly higher-income households. Here are five ways they can be improved.
For L.G.B.T.Q. People, Moving to Friendlier States Comes With a Cost

Laws targeting gender-affirming care have uprooted thousands. But places that are more supportive can also be more expensive.
U.S. Awards $504 Million for ‘Tech Hubs’ in Overlooked Regions

Biden administration officials hope the money will help propel technological innovation in areas that have historically received less government funding.
Nearly Half of Student Loan Borrowers Are Not Yet Paying Their Monthly Bill

Millions of people are overdue on their federal loans or still have them paused — and court rulings keep upending collection efforts.
Wall Street Law Firms Are in a Poaching Frenzy. Kind of Like the N.B.A.

Enormous pay packages are popping up for top lawyers, especially those favored by well-heeled private equity clients.