On March 27, 2025, the Justice Department (DOJ) announced the launch of an Anticompetitive Regulations Task Force, described as an initiative dedicated to eliminating “anticompetitive state and federal laws and regulations that undermine free market competition.” The creation of
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Crowell’s &Motion Podcast: Lessons From the CPPA’s Settlement with a Connected Vehicle Manufacturer
Crowell’s &Motion podcast addresses all things related to the Transportation industry. In this session, our privacy and cybersecurity partner Jason Johnson discusses the California Privacy Protection Agency’s (CPPA) recent settlement with Honda to resolve claims that Honda violated the California
FAA Final Rule on Online Aircraft Registration
In January 2025, the FAA published its final rule allowing online submission of aircraft registration documents. Electronic processing brings welcome efficiency to the process by eliminating the need for manual steps used today when buying or selling an aircraft, such
The FCC Seeks to Modernize Spectrum Rules Related to Growing Advanced Air Mobility Sector
The Federal Communication Commission (FCC) has proposed new rules affecting the aviation industry. Proposed changes aim to generate new operational bandwidths and support the growing advanced air mobility (AAM) sector, most specifically Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) operations, while simultaneously ensuring
Trump Picks New FAA Administrator
On March 17, 2025, President Donald Trump nominated Bryan Bedford to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as the agency’s new Administrator. Mr. Bedford’s nomination comes as the FAA faces heightened scrutiny over safety incidents and challenges to the air
Steven G. Bradbury Confirmed as Deputy Secretary of DOT
Steven G. Bradbury has been appointed as the Deputy Secretary of the Department of Transportation (DOT) after the Senate confirmed him 51-46. Deputy Secretary Bradbury will be second in command to Secretary Sean Duffy.
Deputy Secretary Bradbury has a broad
Join Industry Leaders Discussion on FAA Efforts to Digitize Aircraft Registration
Join Mary-Caitlin Ray, a Senior Counsel in our Transportation Practice, at 12:30 ET on March 27th for a webinar with the ABA Forum on Air & Space Law – General Aviation and Charter Subcommittee. The panel will feature a discussion
EU Commission Unveils Plan to Boost Europe’s Automotive Industry
On March 5, 2025, the European Commission presented a comprehensive Action Plan to boost the global competitiveness of the European Union’s automotive industry and support its transition to zero-emission, connected, and automated vehicles. To learn more, read our Client Alert
CPSC: New Staff Appointments Announced
Key staffing changes are afoot at the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), as two individuals have recently joined the Agency’s leadership ranks. To learn more, read Crowell’s Retail & Consumer Products Law Observer blog post CPSC Announces New Staff
Preview: Law Tech Connect and XPONENTIAL 2025
On Tuesday, March 18th at 11 AM ET, Mary-Caitlin Ray, Senior Counsel in our Transportation Practice, will be participating in a special live broadcast preview of the legal panels at this year’s Law Tech Connect at AUVSI XPONENTIAL on May