Sentences with phrase «regulatory policy activities»

The Washington Report covers legislative and regulatory policy activities, and is compiled by NAR's Advocacy Group policy staff.

The Washington Report is a weekly publication compiled by the Advocacy Group of the National Association of REALTORS ®, covering legislative and regulatory policy activities affecting all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries.

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Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, without limitation: (1) the effect of economic conditions in the industries and markets in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate in the U.S. and globally and any changes therein, including financial market conditions, fluctuations in commodity prices, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, levels of end market demand in construction and in both the commercial and defense segments of the aerospace industry, levels of air travel, financial condition of commercial airlines, the impact of weather conditions and natural disasters and the financial condition of our customers and suppliers; (2) challenges in the development, production, delivery, support, performance and realization of the anticipated benefits of advanced technologies and new products and services; (3) the scope, nature, impact or timing of acquisition and divestiture or restructuring activity, including the pending acquisition of Rockwell Collins, including among other things integration of acquired businesses into United Technologies» existing businesses and realization of synergies and opportunities for growth and innovation; (4) future timing and levels of indebtedness, including indebtedness expected to be incurred by United Technologies in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition, and capital spending and research and development spending, including in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition; (5) future availability of credit and factors that may affect such availability, including credit market conditions and our capital structure; (6) the timing and scope of future repurchases of United Technologies» common stock, which may be suspended at any time due to various factors, including market conditions and the level of other investing activities and uses of cash, including in connection with the proposed acquisition of Rockwell; (7) delays and disruption in delivery of materials and services from suppliers; (8) company and customer - directed cost reduction efforts and restructuring costs and savings and other consequences thereof; (9) new business and investment opportunities; (10) our ability to realize the intended benefits of organizational changes; (11) the anticipated benefits of diversification and balance of operations across product lines, regions and industries; (12) the outcome of legal proceedings, investigations and other contingencies; (13) pension plan assumptions and future contributions; (14) the impact of the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements and labor disputes; (15) the effect of changes in political conditions in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate, including the effect of changes in U.S. trade policies or the U.K.'s pending withdrawal from the EU, on general market conditions, global trade policies and currency exchange rates in the near term and beyond; (16) the effect of changes in tax (including U.S. tax reform enacted on December 22, 2017, which is commonly referred to as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017), environmental, regulatory (including among other things import / export) and other laws and regulations in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate; (17) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins to receive the required regulatory approvals (and the risk that such approvals may result in the imposition of conditions that could adversely affect the combined company or the expected benefits of the merger) and to satisfy the other conditions to the closing of the pending acquisition on a timely basis or at all; (18) the occurrence of events that may give rise to a right of one or both of United Technologies or Rockwell Collins to terminate the merger agreement, including in circumstances that might require Rockwell Collins to pay a termination fee of $ 695 million to United Technologies or $ 50 million of expense reimbursement; (19) negative effects of the announcement or the completion of the merger on the market price of United Technologies» and / or Rockwell Collins» common stock and / or on their respective financial performance; (20) risks related to Rockwell Collins and United Technologies being restricted in their operation of their businesses while the merger agreement is in effect; (21) risks relating to the value of the United Technologies» shares to be issued in connection with the pending Rockwell acquisition, significant merger costs and / or unknown liabilities; (22) risks associated with third party contracts containing consent and / or other provisions that may be triggered by the Rockwell merger agreement; (23) risks associated with merger - related litigation or appraisal proceedings; and (24) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins, or the combined company, to retain and hire key personnel.

In Canada, the principles of civil society supported by our regulatory systems are equally essential to supporting robust policy and regulatory consultation and decision - making on PRC investments and activities.

«This is a real convergence of activity that will ensure we're on a robust path to make sure we get to ’40 by» 30,»» said John Williams, director of policy and regulatory affairs for the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, referring to the state's goal of reducing emissions 40 percent by 2030.

From 1990 to the formation of NEI in 1994 he was the Vice President of Technical Programs at the U.S. Council for Energy Awareness (USCEA) where he was responsible for ensuring the technical accuracy and effectiveness of USCEA's industry communications and also led the regulatory, policy and R&D activities associated with supporting companies in the front - end of the nuclear fuel cycle.

Marv Fertel retired at the close of 2016 as president and chief executive officer of the Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI) which is the policy organization for the U.S. nuclear industry and represents the industry in addressing generic technical and regulatory issues before the Nuclear Regulatory Commission; as well as policy and legislative activities with the Congress and the Executive Branch.

I noted that overarching arguments about national or state energy and regulatory policy can't compete against the political intensity that comes from those resisting an industrial - style activity in a populous region with a bucolic setting:

Rather than one - off projects, the plan comprises long - term, sequenced investments that mutually reinforce each other and link to other critical activities, such as policy and regulatory reform and capacity building.

Charles Feinstein EAP Sector Manager, Energy and Water PSLO Seminar November 6, 2013 Agenda Focal areas Institutional capacity building and policy advice Introducing new financing mechanisms and market - based approaches including trade in energy saving certificates Energy efficient cities and green infrastructure Policy and regulatory framework (feed - in - tariff) Resource assessment and pre-investment activities Financing RE (hydropower, wind, geothermal, solar PV) Supportingpolicy advice Introducing new financing mechanisms and market - based approaches including trade in energy saving certificates Energy efficient cities and green infrastructure Policy and regulatory framework (feed - in - tariff) Resource assessment and pre-investment activities Financing RE (hydropower, wind, geothermal, solar PV) SupportingPolicy and regulatory framework (feed - in - tariff) Resource assessment and pre-investment activities Financing RE (hydropower, wind, geothermal, solar PV) Supporting T&D /

With the oil and natural gas industry facing 145 regulations or other policy - setting activities that could discourage production, preventing regulatory overreach should be a top priority.

Third, and bringing together normative and pragmatic angles, not only has the Canadian legal profession in general, and many of the provincial self - regulatory organizations more particularly, opened up a policy - making space for considering how to reformulate the future of legal services to improve access to justice, but also, the provincial self - regulators all have an implicit and, sometimes, as in the case of Ontario, an explicit duty to facilitate access to justice in their regulatory activities.

She also manages governance and regulatory compliance for the corporation and is responsible for in - house ethics programs, government affairs and public policy activities on domestic and international affairs.

In developing their regulatory responses, policy - makers will need to consider a number of key questions, such as: what should be regulated; which activities should be regulated; who should be subject to and responsible for compliance with the relevant obligations; and how should regulatory responses be pitched so as to avoid stifling innovation?

Mr. Matthews assists clients in administrative proceedings before the NRC, including contested licensing proceedings, and he advises individual utilities and industry groups regarding NRC rulemaking activities and other nuclear regulatory policy issues.

Legalize and Regulate Marijuana WHEREAS, despite almost a century of prohibition, millions of Canadians today regularly consume marijuana and other cannabis products; WHEREAS the failed prohibition of marijuana has exhausted countless billions of dollars spent on ineffective or incomplete enforcement and has resulted in unnecessarily dangerous and expensive congestion in our judicial system; WHEREAS various marijuana decriminalization or legalization policy prescriptions have been recommended by the 1969 - 72 Commission of Enquiry into the Non-Medical Use of Drugs, the 2002 Canadian Senate Special Committee on Illegal Drugs, and the 2002 House of Commons Special Committee on the Non-Medical Use of Drugs; WHEREAS the legal status quo for the criminal regulation of marijuana continues to endanger Canadians by generating significant resources for gang - related violent criminal activity and weapons smuggling — a reality which could be very easily confronted by the regulation and legitimization of Canada's marijuana industry; BE IT RESOLVED that a new Liberal government will legalize marijuana and ensure the regulation and taxation of its production, distribution, and use, while enacting strict penalties for illegal trafficking, illegal importation and exportation, and impaired driving; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a new Liberal government will invest significant resources in prevention and education programs designed to promote awareness of the health risks and consequences of marijuana use and dependency, especially amongst youth; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a new Liberal government will extend amnesty to all Canadians previously convicted of simple and minimal marijuana possession, and ensure the elimination of all criminal records related thereto; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a new Liberal government will work with the provinces and local governments of Canada on a coordinated regulatory approach to marijuana which maintains significant federal responsibility for marijuana control while respecting provincial health jurisdiction and particular regional concerns and practices.

But in bitcoin's instance, the timing of Japan's market activity surge seems to indicate that the regulatory policies may be giving bitcoin

But in bitcoin's instance, the timing of Japan's market activity surge seems to indicate that the regulatory policies may be giving bitcoin the legitimacy it needs to gain the trust of Japanese retail traders.

Bing holds the opinion that the ban shall be in place until regulatory policies and frameworks for both projects and ICO investors are introduced by local financial regulators which surely will serve as a bridge over troubled waters caused due to illegal money laundering and other associated activities which use ICO as a safe haven.

Limiting or outright disallowing the use of credit histories, restricting the use of criminal records, increasing enforcement of anti-discrimination hiring laws, and other regulatory activity means employers need to pay close attention to their screening policies and processes to ensure compliance.

Perform activities supporting regulatory policy and compliance initiatives for the device studies.

Provide assistance to all Company developed inquiries both previously received and new Report all recruitment activity daily to the Campus Director of Admissions Comply with the Admissions Policy and Procedure and the policies of regulatory bodies Perform other duties as assigned by the Campus Director of Admissions Uphold the school, its programs, students and employees in the highest regard Attend admissions meetings and training sessions as scheduled.

Monitored regulatory activity to maintain compliance with records and document management policy

Compliance Officer — Duties & Responsibilities Responsible for identification and investigation of suspicious financial transactions Examine financial records, customer activity, and recommend appropriate remedial measures Maintain comprehensive records detailing ongoing investigations, activity reports, and other pertinent data Coordinate investigations and situation reports with legal department and applicable regulatory authorities Develop proficiencies in industry specific financial monitoring software programs Perform public figure, employee, Advice of Drawing, Dreyfuss and International Cash Letter investigations Design and implement employee training and development materials to enhance team efficacy Serve on Oversight Committee to assist in strategic planning and best practice development Train and oversee teller team and bank support staff ensuring professional operations Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Craft effective presentations and proposals regarding compliance best practices and client investigations Recruit, train, and direct staff ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Strictly adhere to budgets and schedules Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Professional Experience The Newark Museum (Newark, NJ) 07/2004 — 12/2011 Management Analyst / Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer • Managed the daily operations, budgeting, and strategic planning of the Office of the Chief Operating Officer • Interfaced with Museum staff, Board of Trustees, and proprietary and regulatory agencies on behalf of the Museum • Coordinated all Board committees including preparations for meetings, legally required digests and other support activities • Oversaw legal and regulatory compliance including management reports, legal research and local, state and federal filings • Maintained legal and business files / archives and assisted in the production of management reports and analysis • Updated the Administrative Operating Procedures Manual to insure documentation of all institutional policies and procedures • Responded to patron complaints and inquiries ensuring timely and effective customer service • Coordinated special projects and events under the direction of the Chief Operating Officer • Supervised interns and part - time administrative staff setting workflows and providing professional guidance • Researched and submit all annual statistical surveys • Served as member of the Staff Advisory and College Internship Selection Committee

Charlie Dawson, NAR's managing director of regulatory policy and industry relations, says that NAR has no objection to a firm like Invitation Homes investing in single - family rentals, calling this «run - of - the - mill» real estate activity.

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