The chemical industry is subject to complex and ever-evolving laws and regulations. New standards governing the production and use of chemicals are implemented every year worldwide, and existing laws and regulations are constantly changing to keep pace with new information and scientific advancements. Chemical Industry Regulatory Update provides a monthly digest of recent legislative and regulatory developments and related industry news.
U.S. EPA Unveils Whole-of-Government PFAS Strategic Roadmap
Joel D. Eagle, Jake M. Levin*
On October 18, 2021, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released its PFAS Strategic Roadmap: EPA’s Commitments to Action 2021-2024 (“Strategic Roadmap”), which highlights its commitment to taking a broad range of PFAS-related actions for the remainder of the first Biden administration. The Strategic Roadmap is based on three central directives – the three Rs: increasing investments in research, pursuing a comprehensive approach to restrict PFAS releases into the environment and accelerating remediation of PFAS contamination. Continue reading.
*2021 graduate of Chicago-Kent College of Law; not yet licensed to practice
FAR Council and Agencies Publish Class Deviation Clauses and Instructions to Implement EO 14042 Vaccine Requirements
Jessica V. Haire, Tom Mason, Francis E. (Chip) Purcell, Jr., Ryan S. Spiegel, Joseph R. Berger, Mona Adabi
On October 1, a full week ahead of the October 8 deadline, the Federal Acquisition Regulatory Council (“FAR Council”) issued the draft FAR deviation clause, FAR 52.223-99, Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors, which is to be inserted into covered contracts and subcontracts, as well as a memorandum, Issuance of Agency Deviations to Implement Executive Order 14042, that provides guidance to agencies regarding its implementation. When included in contracts and contract-like instruments, the draft deviation clause will impose the Task Force Guidance’s requirements on contractors and subcontractors. The FAR Council’s guidance permits agencies to develop their own deviation clauses, and the council has opened a case to make appropriate amendments to the FAR to reflect the requirements of the EO. Read more.
Securities Quarterly Update
Jurgita Ashley, Julia Miller, Jaewon Suh
Securities Quarterly Update is a publication that provides updates and guidance on securities regulatory and compliance issues. In the most recent edition, we look at recent environmental, social, and governance (ESG)-related announcements, SEC enforcement actions, 10b5-1 plans, and Form 10-K and proxy statement considerations, among other topics. Click here to read our update.
Chemical Industry Regulatory Update is compiled by Thompson Hine lawyers on behalf of The Adhesive and Sealant Council. It should not be construed as legal advice, and the views and opinions expressed herein are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the ASC or its members.
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