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The Digital Download – Alston & Bird’s Privacy, Cyber & Data Strategy Newsletter – May 2021

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/05/21

Selected Developments in U.S.

FERC Revises Policy on Authorizing Pipelines to Commence Construction Pending Requests for Rehearing of Certificate Orders

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/05/21

On May 4, 2021, FERC issued Order No. 871-B, clarifying that the rule established in Order No.

CDC Eviction Order remains in effect, pending appeal

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/05/21

On May 5, the U.S. District Court in Washington, D.C. issued a decision declaring the CDC Eviction Order unconstitutional. As covered in a previous post, that decision introduced uncertainty as to what steps landlords should take regarding tenants who have not paid their rent....

Juvenile court judge charged with possession of child pornography faces additional charges

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/05/21


New York State Increases School District Sporting Activity Spectator Capacity Limits

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/05/21

On May 3, 2021, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced increased capacity limits for indoor and outdoor gatherings, which will affect the number of spectators allowed at school sporting events. On May 10, 2021, the state’s gathering limits for outdoor activities increased to 500 individuals.

Potential Liability for Labor Issues in Mexico – Recent Developments

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/05/21

If you are a U.S. manufacturer with operations in Mexico, please pay attention.

New York State Legislature Enacts Hospital Clinical Staffing Bill

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/05/21

The New York State Legislature has passed a bill mandating that hospitals establish and maintain clinical staffing levels in their facilities. It has not yet been signed into law by Governor Cuomo.

Biden Issues EO Increasing Minimum Wage to $15 per Hour for Federal Contractors

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/05/21

On April 27, 2021, President Biden issued Executive Order 14026 requiring contractors to pay a minimum wage of $15.00 per hour beginning January 30, 2022, on contracts entered into, contracts renewed or extended, and options exercised on or after January 30, 2022.

Cannabis Client Alert - Week of May 10, 2021

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/05/21

In this week’s edition - - US attorney general reaffirms that state-legal cannabis use is not a federal enforcement priority - State legislatures in Alabama, Kansas and Louisiana make progress on medical cannabis legislation - Tilray and Aphria complete merger deal, creating largest cannabis

Saskatchewan to Introduce a Road Use Charge for Passenger Electric Vehicles

By EsqSocial Corporation 14/05/21

On May 7, 2021, Bill 34, The Fuel Tax Amendment Act, 2021 passed the third reading in the Legislative Assembly of Saskatchewan. Bill 34 amends Saskatchewan's The Fuel Tax Act, 2020 and The Financial Administration Act, 1993 to introduce a new road use charge for electric vehicles (EVs).

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