FTC Tweaks Board-Sharing Rules: Mergers Get a Dollar Update

2026-06057 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Extension

The Federal Trade Commission wants to keep collecting info for three more years from certain car dealers and other businesses to make sure they follow marketing rules that protect consumers. This extension won’t add new costs but helps keep things running smoothly until April 2029. If you’re a business affected, you have until April 29, 2026, to share your thoughts.

2026-06056 — Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Extension

The Federal Trade Commission wants to keep its rule that makes sellers show written warranty info before you buy products over $15. They’re asking for your thoughts on extending this rule for three more years, with no big changes or extra costs. If you want to speak up, you’ve got until May 29, 2026, to send in your comments!

2026-04907 — Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Rental Housing Fee Practices

The FTC is looking into sneaky rental housing fees that might trick renters. They want to stop landlords from hiding extra costs or charging fees without clear permission. If you rent or rent out, your feedback by April 13, 2026, could help shape new rules that make renting fairer and clearer for everyone.

2026-04952 — Rule Concerning the Use of Prenotification Negative Option Plans

The FTC wants to update rules about 'negative option' plans—those sneaky deals where you get charged unless you say no. They’re asking for ideas to help people avoid unwanted charges and make canceling easier. If you’re a business or shopper dealing with subscriptions or automatic payments, speak up by April 13, 2026!

2025-17091 — Telemarketing Sales Rule Fees; Correction

The FTC fixed a date mistake in its update about fees for using the Do Not Call Registry. Businesses that access the Registry will pay new fees starting October 1, 2025, not 2024. This correction keeps everything clear and on track for the right timing and costs.

2025-16430 — Telemarketing Sales Rule Fees

The FTC is updating the fees for companies that use the National Do Not Call Registry to stop unwanted calls. This change affects telemarketers who pay to access the list, and the new fees will help keep the system running smoothly. These updates kick in soon, so businesses should get ready to pay the new rates.

Previous: 2025-01511 — Combined Notice of Filings

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got new filings about natural gas pipeline rates and refunds from companies like Columbia Gas and Guardian Pipeline. These filings could change how much customers pay or how pipelines operate, with some changes starting as soon as mid-January 2025. If you want to speak up or get involved, you need to act before the deadlines in late January or early February.

Next: 2025-01518 — Revised Jurisdictional Thresholds for Section 7A of the Clayton Act

The FTC just updated the money limits that decide when companies must tell the government about big mergers or deals. If your business is buying or joining with another and the deal is worth more than these new amounts, you’ll need to file paperwork and pay updated fees. These changes kick in soon, so get ready to check if your next big move needs a heads-up to the FTC!