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Internet Association Releases Proposal For Racial Justice And Reform And Reaffirms Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion

InternetAssociation

Washington, DC - Internet Association (IA) today released racial justice and reform considerations for policymakers as they work to address systemic racism and inequality. IA also announced industry-wide actions it’s leading to improve diversity within the internet industry workforce. “IA

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Ethanol Industry Suffers Setback as EPA Proposes Lower 2014 Target

Associations Now

The Environmental Protection Agency’s proposal to decrease the required amount of ethanol in the nation’s fuel supply has producers on the defensive. But the oil industry suggests the proposal doesn’t go far enough. The ethanol industry definitely wasn’t revving up for this.

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The Fantasy Sports Industry Is Still Growing—Despite the Extra Regulations

Associations Now

Here’s an update on the industry, along with how associations are helping things along. According to a June press release from the Fantasy Sports Trade Association, it generates $7.22 Before the 2016 FSTA annual meeting, attendees were unsure of the way that regulations would affect the industry. and Canada.

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ASAE Launches Challenge to Recognize Power of Digital Credentials

Associations Now

With a new competition and the help of other organizations, ASAE is asking the public to submit proposals on how to use digital credentials to help close the skills gap. Using digital credentials to surface skills learned in the classroom and through industry experience can help bridge the gap between education and the world of work.

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Groups Denounce Texas Bill as Discriminatory Ahead of Special Session

Associations Now

A group of local visitor bureaus, businesses, lawmakers, and associations spoke out against the proposed Texas “bathroom bill” on Monday as the legislature prepared to kick off a 30-day special session. Graham IV, FASAE, CAE, said at the press conference. billion by 2026 if the bill passes.

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6 Ways To Engage Association Members

CMA Solutions

Our industry has changed dramatically, and we must keep up with the evolution.” As part of the rebranding campaign, CMA developed a hybrid event guide for meeting planners and event organizers that positioned EPN members as thought leaders in the AV event industry. They had more problems, and we had more solutions.

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Healthcare Law Reporting Rules Could Be Eased; Groups Back Plan

Associations Now

Retail industry trade groups like a Treasury Department proposal that would simplify the Affordable Care Act’s reporting requirements on large businesses. But changes proposed by the U.S. More details below: The changes: In a press release on Sept. However, they would like the changes to go even further.

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