DOJ Scraps 54 Rules in Red Tape Reduction Rampage
Published Date: 9/11/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The Department of Justice is hitting the pause button and canceling 54 planned rule changes to keep things simple and focus on what really matters. This move affects businesses, communities, and anyone following DOJ rules, with no new costs or deadlines right now. It’s all about cutting red tape and making sure the DOJ’s priorities are spot on.
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