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Recent Federal Developments For March 17, 2025

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ABA And B&C Announce Release Of "Chemical Product Law and Supply Chain Stewardship" Book: Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®) and The Acta Group (Acta®) are pleased to announce...

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ABA And B&C Announce Release Of "Chemical Product Law and Supply Chain Stewardship" Book: Bergeson & Campbell, P.C. (B&C®) and The Acta Group (Acta®) are pleased to announce the release by American Bar Association (ABA) Publishing of Chemical Product Law and Supply Chain Stewardship: A Guide to New TSCA, edited by B&C Managing Partner Lynn L. Bergeson and authored by Ms. Bergeson and members of B&C and Acta's highly experienced Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) practice group. This invaluable guide provides a road map to navigate efficiently the transformational changes in chemical product law, identifies the practical business and product stewardship implications of the new normal in product regulation, and explains the urgent need for supply chain awareness so that the business community and others can make informed and compliant business decisions. Please note: A 20% off discount code will be provided to B&C clients and friends via e-mail later this month — so

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