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[FR Doc E9-4282] 51. Automotive Fuel Ratings, Certification and Posting
As part of the Commission's systematic review of all current FTC rules and guides, the Commission requests public comment on the overall costs, benefits, necessity, and regulatory and economic impact of the FTC's rule for ``Automotive Fuel Ratings, Certification and Posting'' (``Fuel Rating Rule'' or ``Rule'').
Published: 2009-03-02 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION : Federal Trade Commission
[FR Doc E9-3940] 52. Advertising of Books: Enforcement Policy
The Federal Trade Commission rescinds its stated policy that it will not ordinarily challenge claims in advertising that promote the sale of books and other publications when the advertising purports only to express the opinion of the author or to quotei.e., mirrorthe contents of the book or publication.
Published: 2009-02-25 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION : Federal Trade Commission
[FR Doc E9-3645] 53.
The FTC plans to conduct a consumer study to evaluate alternatives to the current disclosures required for most consumer lamp (i.e., light bulb) products. The Commission is examining the effectiveness of current light bulb package labeling as directed by Congress. Before conducting this study, the FTC is seeking public comments on the proposed
Published: 2009-02-20 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION : Federal Trade Commission
[FR Doc E9-3056] 54.
The information collection requirements described below will be submitted to the Office of Management and Budget (``OMB'') for review, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act (``PRA'') (44 U.S.C. 35013520). The FTC is seeking public comments on its proposal to extend through February 28, 2012, the current PRA clearances for information
Published: 2009-02-12 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION : Federal Trade Commission
[FR Doc E9-2464] 55. Notice of Intent To Request Public Comments
As part of its systematic review of all Federal Trade Commission rules and guides, the Commission gives notice that, during 2009, it intends to request public comments on the rules and guide listed below (``Rules''). The Commission will request comments on, among other things, the economic impact of, and the continuing need for, the Rules;
Published: 2009-02-05 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION : Federal Trade Commission
[FR Doc E9-2380] 56.
Section 7A of the Clayton Act, 15 U.S.C. 18a, as added by Title II of the HartScott Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, requires persons contemplating certain mergers or acquisitions to give the Federal Trade Commission and the Assistant Attorney General advance notice and to wait designated periods before consummation of such plans.
Published: 2009-02-05 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION : Federal Trade Commission
[FR Doc E9-1644] 57. Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising
The Federal Trade Commission (``FTC'' or ``Commission'') is extending until March 2, 2009 the deadline for filing comments on its proposed revisions to the Federal Trade Commission's Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising (``the Guides'').
Published: 2009-02-02 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION : Federal Trade Commission
[FR Doc E9-812] 58.
The consent agreement in this matter settles alleged violations of federal law prohibiting unfair or deceptive acts or practices or unfair methods of competition. The attached Analysis to Aid Public Comment describes both the allegations in the draft complaint and the terms of the consent orderembodied in the consent agreementthat would settle
Published: 2009-01-16 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION : Federal Trade Commission
[FR Doc E9-411] 59. Revised Jurisdictional Thresholds for Section 7A of the Clayton Act
The Federal Trade Commission announces the revised thresholds for the HartScottRodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 required by the 2000 amendment of Section 7A of the Clayton Act. Section 7A of the Clayton Act, 15 U.S.C. 18a, as added by the HartScottRodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, Pub. L. 94435, 90 Stat. 1390 (``the Act''),
Published: 2009-01-13 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION : Federal Trade Commission
[FR Doc E9-418] 60. Revised Jurisdictional Thresholds for Section 8 of the Clayton Act
The Federal Trade Commission announces the revised thresholds for interlocking directorates required by the 1990 amendment of Section 8 of the Clayton Act. Section 8 prohibits, with certain exceptions, one person from serving as a director or officer of two competing corporations if two thresholds are met. Competitor corporations are covered by
Published: 2009-01-13 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION : Federal Trade Commission
[FR Doc E9-240] 61.
Section 7A of the Clayton Act, 15 U.S.C. 18a, as added by Title II of the HartScottRodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, requires persons contemplating certain mergers or acquisitions to give the Federal Trade Commission and the Assistant Attorney General advance notice and to wait designated periods before consummation of such plans.
Published: 2009-01-12 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION : Federal Trade Commission
[FR Doc E9-210] 62. Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act
The FTC is making adjustments to certain civil penalty amounts within its jurisdiction, as required by law. These adjustments reflect inflation since the penalty amounts were last adjusted.
Published: 2009-01-09 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION : Federal Trade Commission
[FR Doc E9-178] 63.
The FTC is seeking public comments on its proposal to extend through February 28, 2012, the current Paperwork Reduction Act (``PRA'') clearance for information collection requirements contained in its regulations under the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act (``FPLA''). That clearance expires on February 28, 2009.
Published: 2009-01-09 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION : Federal Trade Commission
[FR Doc E8-31384] 64.
The consent agreement in this matter settles alleged violations of federal law prohibiting unfair or deceptive acts or practices or unfair methods of competition. The attached Analysis to Aid Public Comment describes both the allegations in the draft complaint and the terms of the consent orderembodied in the consent agreementthat would settle
Published: 2009-01-05 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION : Federal Trade Commission
[FR Doc E8-31385] 65.
The consent agreement in this matter settles alleged violations of federal law prohibiting unfair or deceptive acts or practices or unfair methods of competition. The attached Analysis to Aid Public Comment describes both the allegations in the draft complaint and the terms of the consent orderembodied in the consent agreementthat would settle
Published: 2009-01-05 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION : Federal Trade Commission
[FR Doc E8-31366] 66.
The consent agreement in this matter settles alleged violations of federal law prohibiting unfair or deceptive acts or practices or unfair methods of competition. The attached Analysis to Aid Public Comment describes both the allegations in the draft complaint and the terms of the consent orderembodied in the consent agreementthat would settle
Published: 2009-01-05 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION : Federal Trade Commission
[FR Doc E8-31386] 67.
The consent agreement in this matter settles alleged violations of federal law prohibiting unfair or deceptive acts or practices or unfair methods of competition. The attached Analysis to Aid Public Comment describes both the allegations in the draft complaint and the terms of the consent orderembodied in the consent agreementthat would settle
Published: 2009-01-05 FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION : Federal Trade Commission
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