Magazine Publishers of America
MPA is active on consumer protection issues on both the Federal and State level. The main areas of interest on the Federal level revolve around consumer privacy, especially with regard to online activities and with respect to children.
The list is intended to serve as a general reference guide to some of the legal and regulatory issues affecting the magazine industry. It should not be used as, and it is not intended to be, a substitute for legal advice. Members are strongly advised to consult with their own counsel regarding their companys compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
After several years since draft rules were first promulgated, the FTC’s final rules for the 2003 Can Spam Act took effect on July 7th. Read more
MPA supports the concept of data security legislation, so long as it includes provisions for publishers’ business needs... Read more
As is the case in all consumer issues, MPA’s first focus is consumer privacy... Read more
Several legislative proposals with regard to privacy have been offered in Congress. MPA closely monitors these legislative proposals... Read more
