Fighting for You: April 2022 Legislative and Regulatory Update Howard Fienberg Government Affairs 4/22/2022 10:42:00 AM Since our last Fighting for You, the Insights Association has been charging full-steam into debates over consumer privacy and data security at the state, federal and trans-national levels; opposing a new project at the Census Bureau that would compete directly against the insights industry; scrutinizing Congressional legislation and possible Securities and Exchange Commission regulation that could treat research subjects like employees, instead of independent contractors; and advocating against ... Read More
Alcohol Taste Tasting? A Permit May Be Required Howard Fienberg Government Affairs 5/8/2012 7:20:00 PM Survey, opinion and marketing research companies that conduct alcohol taste tasting research should be aware that many states oblige companies to obtain a permit or license to serve alcoholic beverages, even for complimentary purposes. State regulatory agencies may also require registration prior to conducting taste testing studies. Read More