Regulatory Review Schedule
Federal RegisterNov 30, 2023
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FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION
16 CFR Chapter I
Regulatory Review Schedule
AGENCY:
Federal Trade Commission.
ACTION:
Notification of intent to request public comments: initiation and termination of regulatory review.
SUMMARY:
As part of its ongoing, systematic review of all Federal Trade Commission rules and guides, the Commission announces an updated ten-year regulatory review schedule. No Commission determination on the need for, or the substance of, the rules and guides listed below should be inferred from this notification.
DATES:
The schedule set out in this document is applicable November 30, 2023.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Further details about specific rules or guides may be obtained from the contact person listed below for the rule or guide. For information about this document, please contact Jock Chung (202-326-2984), Federal Trade Commission, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Division of Enforcement, 600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20580.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
To ensure its rules and industry guides remain relevant and are not unduly burdensome, the Commission reviews each on a ten-year schedule. Every year the Commission publishes its review schedule, with adjustments made in response to public input, changes in the marketplace, and resource demands.
When the Commission reviews a rule or guide, it publishes a document in the
Federal Register
seeking public comment on the continuing need for the rule or guide, as well as the rule's or guide's costs and benefits to consumers and businesses. Based on this feedback, the Commission may modify or repeal the rule or guide to address public concerns, changed conditions, or to reduce undue regulatory burden.
The Commission posts information about its review schedule on its website
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to facilitate comment. This website contains an updated review schedule, a list of rules and guides previously eliminated in the regulatory review process, and the Commission's regulatory review plan.
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https://www.ftc.gov/enforcement/rulemaking/retrospective-review-ftc-rules-guides.
Updated Ten-Year Schedule for Review of FTC Rules and Guides
For 2023, the Commission intends to initiate a review of, and solicit public comments on, the following guide and rules:
(1) Labeling Requirements for Alternative Fuels and Alternative Fueled Vehicles, 16 CFR part 309 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-309).
Agency Contact: Hampton Newsome, (202) 326-2889, Federal Trade Commission, Bureau of Consumer Protection, Division of Enforcement, 600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20580.
(2) Rule Concerning Cooling-Off Period for Sales Made at Homes or at Certain Other Locations, 16 CFR part 429 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-16/chapter-I/subchapter-D/part-429).
Agency Contact: Marguerite Moeller, (404) 656-1364, Federal Trade Commission, Southeast Region, 233 Peachtree St. NE, Suite 1000, Atlanta, GA 30303.
The Commission is currently reviewing 16 of its 63 rules and guides. Since the Commission last published its schedule, it has completed or terminated reviews of one guide and two rules: 16 CFR part 255, Guides Concerning Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising; 16 CFR part 308, Trade Regulation Rule Pursuant to the Telephone Disclosure and Dispute Resolution Act of 1992 [Pay Per Call Rule]; and 16 CFR part 423, Care Labeling of Textile Wearing Apparel and Certain Piece Goods. During that period, it has started reviews of one guide and one rule: 16 CFR part 260, Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims; and 16 CFR part 437, Business Opportunity Rule.
The Commission appends a copy of its updated regulatory review schedule, indicating initiation dates for reviews through 2033. In its discretion, the Commission may modify or reorder the schedule in the future to incorporate new rules, or to respond to external factors (such as changes in the law) or other considerations.
Authority:
15 U.S.C. 41 through 58.
By direction of the Commission.
April J. Tabor,
Secretary.
Appendix
Regulatory Review—Updated Ten-Year Schedule
16 CFR part
Topic
Year to initiate review
24
Guides for Select Leather and Imitation Leather Products
Currently Under Review.
260
Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims
Currently Under Review.
310
Telemarketing Sales Rule
Currently Under Review.
312
Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule
Currently Under Review.
314
Standards for Safeguarding Customer Information
Currently Under Review.
318
Health Breach Notification Rule
Currently Under Review.
425
Use of Prenotification Negative Option Plans [Negative Option Rule]
Currently Under Review.
432
Power Output Claims for Amplifiers Utilized in Home Entertainment Products
Currently Under Review.
436
Disclosure Requirements and Prohibitions Concerning Franchising
Currently Under Review.
437
Business Opportunity Rule
Currently Under Review.
453
Funeral Industry Practices
Currently Under Review.
456
Ophthalmic Practice Rules (Eyeglass Rule)
Currently Under Review.
681
Identity Theft [Red Flag] Rules
Currently Under Review.
801
[Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act] Coverage Rules
Currently Under Review.
802
[Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act] Exemption Rules
Currently Under Review.
803
[Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act] Transmittal Rules
Currently Under Review.
309
Labeling Requirements for Alternative Fuels and Alternative Fueled Vehicles
2023.
429
Rule Concerning Cooling-Off Period for Sales Made at Homes or at Certain Other Locations
2023.
20
Guides for the Rebuilt, Reconditioned, and Other Used Automobile Parts Industry
2024.
240
Guides for Advertising Allowances and Other Merchandising Payments and Services [Fred Meyer Guides]
2024.
300
Rules and Regulations under the Wool Products Labeling Act of 1939
2024.
301
Rules and Regulations under Fur Products Labeling Act
2024.
303
Rules and Regulations under the Textile Fiber Products Identification Act
2024.
424
Retail Food Store Advertising and Marketing Practices [Unavailability Rule]
2024.
435
Mail, Internet, or Telephone Order Merchandise
2024.
239
Guides for the Advertising of Warranties and Guarantees
2025.
254
Guides for Private Vocational and Distance Education Schools
2025.
305
Energy Labeling Rule
2025.
306
Automotive Fuel Ratings, Certification and Posting
2025.
444
Credit Practices
2025.
500
Regulations under Section 4 of the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act
2025.
501
Exemptions from Requirements and Prohibitions under Part 500
2025.
502
Regulations under Section 5(c) of the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act
2025.
503
Statements of General Policy or Interpretation [under the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act]
2025.
700
Interpretations of Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act
2025.
701
Disclosure of Written Consumer Product Warranty Terms and Conditions
2025.
702
Pre-Sale Availability of Written Warranty Terms
2025.
703
Informal Dispute Settlement Procedures
2025.
304
Rules and Regulations under the Hobby Protection Act
2026.
455
Used Motor Vehicle Trade Regulation Rule
2026.
233
Guides Against Deceptive Pricing
2027.
238
Guides Against Bait Advertising
2027.
251
Guide Concerning Use of the Word “Free” and Similar Representations
2027.
259
Guide Concerning Fuel Economy Advertising for New Automobiles
2027.
682
Disposal of Consumer Report Information and Records
2027.
23
Guides for the Jewelry, Precious Metals, and Pewter Industries
2028.
311
Test Procedures and Labeling Standards for Recycled Oil
2028.
460
Labeling and Advertising of Home Insulation
2028.
316
CAN-SPAM Rule
2029.
433
Preservation of Consumers' Claims and Defenses [Holder in Due Course Rule]
2029.
315
Contact Lens Rule
2030.
313
Privacy of Consumer Financial Information
2031.
317
Prohibition of Energy Market Manipulation Rule
2031.
323
Made in USA Labeling
2031.
640
Duties of Creditors Regarding Risk Based Pricing
2031.
641
Duties of Users of Consumer Reports Regarding Address Discrepancies
2031.
642
Prescreen Opt-Out Notice
2031.
660
Duties of Furnishers of Information to Consumer Reporting Agencies
2031.
680
Affiliate Marketing
2031.
698
Model Forms and Disclosures
2031.
255
Guides Concerning Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising
2033.
308
Trade Regulation Rule Pursuant to the Telephone Disclosure and Dispute Resolution Act of 1992 [Pay Per Call Rule]
2033.
423
Care Labeling of Textile Wearing Apparel and Certain Piece Goods
2033.
[FR Doc. 2023-26064 Filed 11-29-23; 8:45 am]
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