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BSA Calls on European Commission to Deliver Legal Certainty for AI-Driven Enterprise Software
WASHINGTON, June 13 -- The Business Software Alliance issued the following news release:
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BSA Calls on European Commission to Deliver Legal Certainty for AI-Driven Enterprise Software
BRUSSELS -- The European Commission must deliver clear, enforceable rules for text and data mining (TDM) if the EU is to remain a competitive location for AI development, says the Business Software Alliance (BSA) in its response to the Commission's evaluation of the Digital Single Market (DSM) Directive.
BSA's members are the enterprise software companies building ERP systems, productivity platforms, and
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WASHINGTON, June 13 -- The Business Software Alliance issued the following news release:
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BSA Calls on European Commission to Deliver Legal Certainty for AI-Driven Enterprise Software
BRUSSELS -- The European Commission must deliver clear, enforceable rules for text and data mining (TDM) if the EU is to remain a competitive location for AI development, says the Business Software Alliance (BSA) in its response to the Commission's evaluation of the Digital Single Market (DSM) Directive.
BSA's members are the enterprise software companies building ERP systems, productivity platforms, andsector-specific tools, through which AI reaches healthcare providers, manufacturers, financial institutions, and businesses of every size. Legal uncertainty about TDM scope burdens this entire chain, and falls hardest on the SMEs least equipped to manage it.
"Enterprise software is how AI reaches the real economy. Every hospital, manufacturer, and financial institution that relies on AI-enabled software has a stake in getting this framework right," said Thomas Boue, VP & Director General - Policy EMEA.
BSA's submission sets out four priorities:
* Confirm AI training as TDM. Clarify that Article 4 covers AI model training and that lawfully published, publicly available content constitutes lawful access.
* Standardize opt-outs. Only machine-readable reservations (such as robots.txt) that are discoverable at the time of access should be enforceable. Retroactive opt-outs should have no legal effect.
* Align the DSM Directive and AI Act. Conflicting obligations on data retention and disclosure must be resolved through an inter-institutional working group.
* Pursue maximum harmonization. Divergent national interpretations of Article 4 undermine the single market. The Commission should be prepared to act, including through infringement proceedings, where implementation narrows the Directive's scope.
The US, Japan, and Singapore each provide materially broader TDM freedom. A narrow or unpredictable Article 4 will only redirect AI investment outside the EU.
BSA will monitor the Commission's response closely and stands ready to engage further with policymakers, the European Parliament, and industry stakeholders as the evaluation progresses.
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ABOUT BSA
The Business Software Alliance (www.bsa.org) is the global trade association of the enterprise software industry, representing companies that are leaders in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud computing, quantum, and other breakthrough technologies. We work in over 20 markets in the US, Europe, and Asia, advocating for policies that build trust in technology so that every industry sector and the public can benefit from innovation.
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Original text here: https://www.bsa.org/news-events/news/bsa-calls-on-european-commission-to-deliver-legal-certainty-for-ai-driven-enterprise-software
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The LEI for the UK fell again in April
NEW YORK, June 12 -- The Conference Board issued the following news release:
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The LEI for the UK fell again in April
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For Release 9:30 AM ET, June 12, 2026
Using the Composite Indexes: The Leading Economic Index (LEI) provides an early indication of significant turning points in the business cycle and where the economy is heading in the near term. The Coincident Economic Index (CEI) provides an indication of the current state of the economy. Additional details are below.
This month's release of the composite economic indexes incorporates annual benchmark revisions which bring them
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NEW YORK, June 12 -- The Conference Board issued the following news release:
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The LEI for the UK fell again in April
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For Release 9:30 AM ET, June 12, 2026
Using the Composite Indexes: The Leading Economic Index (LEI) provides an early indication of significant turning points in the business cycle and where the economy is heading in the near term. The Coincident Economic Index (CEI) provides an indication of the current state of the economy. Additional details are below.
This month's release of the composite economic indexes incorporates annual benchmark revisions which bring themup-to-date with revisions in the source data. These revisions do not change the cyclical properties of the indexes. The indexes are updated throughout the year, but only for the previous six months. Data revisions that fall outside of the moving six-month window are not incorporated until the benchmark revision is made and the entire histories of the indexes are recomputed. As a result, the revised indexes, in levels and month-on-month changes, will not be directly comparable to those issued prior to the benchmark revision.
For more information, please visit conference-board.org/topics/business-cycle-indicators/ or contact us at indicators@tcb.org.
The Conference Board Leading Economic Index (r) (LEI) for the United Kingdom fell by 0.4% in April 2026 to 75.0 (2016=100), after decreasing by 0.5% in March. As a result, the UK LEI contracted by 1.2% over the six-month period from October 2025 to April 2026, slightly greater than the rate of decline of 1.0% observed over the previous six-month period between April and October 2025.
The Conference Board Coincident Economic Index (r) (CEI) for the United Kingdom ticked up by 0.1% in April 2026 to 108.4 (2016=100), after also increasing by 0.1% in March. Overall, the CEI for the UK grew by 0.7% over the six-month period from October 2025 to April 2026, greater than the 0.2% increase observed over the previous six-month period between April and October 2025.
The next release is scheduled for Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 9:30 A.M. ET.
The UK LEI fell for the fifth time in the last seven months
A decline in housing sales and consumer expectations paired with an increase in unemployment claimants fueled the LEI's drop in April
The 6-month growth rate of the UK LEI, while negative, stayed above the recession threshold, but with weaker diffusion index there is a warning signal for economic activity ahead
NOTE : The chart illustrates the so-called 3Ds - duration, depth, and diffusion- for interpreting a downward movement in the LEI. Duration refers to how long the decline has lasted. Depth denotes the size of decline. Duration and depth are measured by the rate of change of the index over the most recent six months at an annualized rate. Diffusion is a measure of how widespread the decline is among the LEI's component indicators-on a scale of 0 to 100, a diffusion index reading below 50 indicates most components are weakening.
The 3Ds rule signals an impending recession when: 1) the six-month diffusion index lies at or below 50, shown by the black warning signal lines in the chart; and 2) the LEI's six-month growth rate (annualized) falls below the threshold of -3.6%. The red recession signal lines indicate months when both criteria are met simultaneously-and thus that a recession is likely imminent or underway.
The composite business cycle indexes pre- and post- benchmark revisions: 1970-present
About The Conference Board Leading Economic Index(r) (LEI) and Coincident Economic Index(r) (CEI) for the U.K.
The composite economic indexes are key elements in an analytic system designed to signal peaks and troughs in the business cycle. Comprised of multiple independent indicators, the indexes are constructed to summarize and reveal common turning points in the economy in a clearer and more convincing manner than any individual component.
The CEI reflects current economic conditions and is highly correlated with real GDP. The LEI is a predictive tool that anticipates-or "leads"-turning points in the business cycle by around seven months.
The eight components of Leading Economic Index(r) for the U.K. are:
* Unemployment Claimant Counts
* Weekly Working Hours
* GfK Consumer Survey: General Economic Situation: Next 12 months
* Stock prices, FTSE all share prices index
* Yield Spread
* Productivity, Whole Economy
* Total Gross Operating Surplus of Corporations
* Housing Sales Expectation for next 3 months (c)
The four components of the Coincident Economic Index(r) for the U.K. are:
* Industrial Production
* Retail Sales
* Employment
* Real Household Disposable Income
To access data, please visit: https://data-central.conference-board.org
About The Conference Board
The Conference Board is the Member-driven think tank that delivers Trusted Insights for What's Ahead (r) (r). Founded in 1916, we are a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization holding 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt status in the United States. TCB.org l Learn about Membership
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Original text here: https://www.conference-board.org/topics/business-cycle-indicators/uk
SEMI 3D & Systems Summit to Spotlight Heterogeneous Integration as Key to Europe's Semiconductor Future
MILPITAS, California, June 12 [Category: Electronic Products] -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, posted the following news release:
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SEMI 3D & Systems Summit to Spotlight Heterogeneous Integration as Key to Europe's Semiconductor Future
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Industry Leaders to Gather in Dresden Next Week to Bolster Europe's Industry Ambitions
DRESDEN, Germany -June 12, 2026 - The SEMI 3D & Systems Summit, taking place June 17-19, 2026 in Dresden, will bring together the world's foremost experts in advanced semiconductor packaging and heterogeneous
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MILPITAS, California, June 12 [Category: Electronic Products] -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, posted the following news release:
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SEMI 3D & Systems Summit to Spotlight Heterogeneous Integration as Key to Europe's Semiconductor Future
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Industry Leaders to Gather in Dresden Next Week to Bolster Europe's Industry Ambitions
DRESDEN, Germany -June 12, 2026 - The SEMI 3D & Systems Summit, taking place June 17-19, 2026 in Dresden, will bring together the world's foremost experts in advanced semiconductor packaging and heterogeneoussystems integration. Themed Enabling Next-Gen Heterogeneous Systems Integration, the Summit will spotlight the latest breakthroughs driving innovation in AI hardware architectures, chiplet design, hybrid bonding, photonics, and AR/VR technologies. From geopolitical dynamics to system-level architectures, attendees will explore the critical role of 3D and heterogeneous integration in shaping Europe's semiconductor future. Registration is open.
"Dresden is reinforcing its position as one of Europe's leading semiconductor hubs, and a central pillar driven by the European Chips Act and major investments from TSMC, Infineon, Bosch, and GlobalFoundries," said Laith Altimime, President of SEMI Europe. "These investments are aimed at accelerating manufacturing of the next-generation semiconductor innovations in Europe advancing Europe's competitiveness, technological sovereignty, and supply chain resilience. As heterogeneous integration becomes a foundation for the future of our industry, collaboration across the value chain will be critical to ensuring Europe remains at the forefront of global innovation."
This year's SEMI 3D & Systems Summit will present a broad scope of topics including:
* Market Trends and Europe's Technological Positioning
* Advanced Packaging Capacity: From Lab Innovation to Fab Deployment
* Hybrid Bonding Technologies for Die-to-Wafer and Wafer-to-Wafer Integration
* Photonics at Scale: Co-Packaged Optics
* Design Leadership: Chiplets & System Architecture
* AR/VR & Wearable Intelligence
Featured Speakers
* Atsushi Nishikawa, Co-Founder and CTO, ALLOS Semiconductors
* Dirk Panter, State Minister for Economic Affairs, Labour, Energy and Climate Action
* E. Jan Vardaman, President and Founder, TechSearch International, Inc.
* Gamal Refai-Ahmed, Senior Fellow and Chief Thermo-Mechanical Architect, AMD
* Giorgio Cesana, Director, Heterogeneous Integration Transformation Program, Global Technology R&D, STMicroelectronics
* Harald Kuhn, Executive Director, Fraunhofer ENAS
* Jean-Marc Yannou, Vice President, Strategy & Innovation, Murata
* Nicolai Walter, Co-Founder and CEO, Pixel Photonics
* Nicole Tien, Senior Technical Program Manager, ASE Europe
* Rajesh Mandamparambil, Senior Technical Leader in Advanced Semiconductor Packaging and Heterogeneous Integration, NXP Semiconductors
* Shripad Gokhale, Senior Principal Engineer, Semiconductor Packaging R&D, Intel Corporation
* Volker Herbig, Vice President, BU Microsystems & Photonics, X-FAB
Networking
This year's networking reception will take place at the Hilton Dresden Hotel on the first day of the event, and the Networking Dinner Cruise is set on a historic paddle steamer on the Elbe River, just a 5-minute walk from the Hilton Dresden Hotel.
Networking Dinner Cruise registration is reserved exclusively for 3D & Systems Summit 2026 participants.
Exhibition
The most prominent names in 3D integration and microelectronics manufacturing will showcase their latest products and technologies in the Summit's dedicated exhibition area.
Exhibitors include: 3DiS Technologies, Adeia Inc., ASE, ASMPT, Carl Zeiss Microscopy Deutschland GmbH, Comet AG, Confovis, FAMES Pilot Line, Forschungsfabrik Mikroelektronik Deutschland (FMD), Fraunhofer IZM-ASSID, Hamamatsu Photonics Deutschland GmbH, Kistler Instrumente AG, Lam Research, LPKF Laser & Electronics SE, NanoIC Pilot Line, Plasmatreat, Precitec Optronik GmbH, SEMI Europe, SEMILAB, SET (Smart Equipment Technology), Syenta, W. L. Gore & Associates, Wooptix, and X-FAB Silicon Foundries SE.
Sponsors
Platinum: Adeia, ASE, Comet, Confovis, KLA, Lam Research
Gold: Evatec, Plasmatreat
Event: ASMPT, EV Group, imec, MKS Atotech
Call for Abstracts: 2026 Advanced Packaging Conference (APC)
Building on key topics at the 3D & Systems Summit, SEMI Europe has opened the call for abstracts for the 2026 Advanced Packaging Conference (APC), co-located with SEMICON Europa in Munich on November 10-13. Themed Power and Interconnects Innovations Enabling AI System Performance, APC 2026 will explore 2.5D/3D integration, chiplet architectures, co-packaged optics, advanced materials, AI-driven design flows, and next-generation thermal and power management across AI, HPC, automotive, and edge applications. Abstract submissions are open through July 1, 2026.
For more details, please visit the 3D & Systems Summit 2026 website and connect with SEMI Europe on LinkedIn or YouTube @SEMIEurope (#3DSummit).
About SEMI
SEMI(r) is the global industry association connecting over 4,000 companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON(r) expositions and events, technology communities, standards and market intelligence help advance our members' business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more.
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Original text here: https://www.semi.org/en/semi-press-release/semi-3d-and-systems-summit-to-spotlight-heterogeneous-integration-as-key-to-europes-semiconductor-future
NetChoice Applauds Sens. Cruz and Wyden for Introducing the JAWBONE Act to Stop Government Censorship
WASHINGTON, June 12 [Category: Business] -- NetChoice, a coalition of trade associations that says it makes the internet safe for free enterprise and expression, posted the following news release:
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NetChoice Applauds Sens. Cruz and Wyden for Introducing the JAWBONE Act to Stop Government Censorship
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WASHINGTON-Today, Sens. Ted Cruz and Ron Wyden introduced the JAWBONE Act, a bipartisan effort to combat government coercion of online speech. NetChoice welcomes this critical legislation, which takes concrete steps to protect the First Amendment rights of online platforms, broadcasters, and
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WASHINGTON, June 12 [Category: Business] -- NetChoice, a coalition of trade associations that says it makes the internet safe for free enterprise and expression, posted the following news release:
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NetChoice Applauds Sens. Cruz and Wyden for Introducing the JAWBONE Act to Stop Government Censorship
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WASHINGTON-Today, Sens. Ted Cruz and Ron Wyden introduced the JAWBONE Act, a bipartisan effort to combat government coercion of online speech. NetChoice welcomes this critical legislation, which takes concrete steps to protect the First Amendment rights of online platforms, broadcasters, andartificial intelligence developers.
"For years, the NetChoice doctrine has established that private platforms possess a clear First Amendment right to independent editorial discretion," said Zach Lilly, Director of Government Affairs. "The JAWBONE Act takes concrete, necessary steps to shield digital services from illegal government coercion and backchannel bullying."
"This bill gives platforms and everyday Americans a real avenue to vindicate their constitutional rights in court when overreaching bureaucrats violate them," continued Lilly. "This protection is especially critical in the era of AI, where consumers must be able to use AI services to access important information completely independent of state control. NetChoice applauds this bipartisan effort to safeguard free expression and free enterprise online."
By providing a framework to distinguish between legitimate dialogue and unconstitutional coercion, the JAWBONE Act ensures that law enforcement can continue to work with platforms to protect consumers while empowering those same platforms and citizens when the government oversteps its bounds and violates the First Amendment. NetChoice applauds the JAWBONE Act and encourages the Senate to swiftly advance it.
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Original text here: https://netchoice.org/netchoice-applauds-sens-cruz-and-wyden-for-introducing-the-jawbone-act-to-stop-government-censorship/
Missouri Chamber recognizes Sen. Roy Blunt and CoxHealth for leadership role in program that has trained more than 1,300 health care apprentices
JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, June 12 [Category: Business] -- The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry posted the following news:
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Missouri Chamber recognizes Sen. Roy Blunt and CoxHealth for leadership role in program that has trained more than 1,300 health care apprentices
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More than 1,300 Missourians have secured life-changing careers through an apprenticeship training grant program led by the Missouri Chamber Foundation and CoxHealth.
The Industry-Driven Healthcare Apprenticeship Program (IDHAP) has helped Missouri hospitals train more than 1,300 apprentices
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JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, June 12 [Category: Business] -- The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry posted the following news:
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Missouri Chamber recognizes Sen. Roy Blunt and CoxHealth for leadership role in program that has trained more than 1,300 health care apprentices
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June 12, 2026 3 min read
More than 1,300 Missourians have secured life-changing careers through an apprenticeship training grant program led by the Missouri Chamber Foundation and CoxHealth.
The Industry-Driven Healthcare Apprenticeship Program (IDHAP) has helped Missouri hospitals train more than 1,300 apprenticesfor high-demand health care jobs across the state. The grant program is funded, in part, through an appropriation from the Department of Labor secured with support from Sen. Roy Blunt during his service in the U.S. Senate.
"It is rewarding to see what can happen when employers, community partners and government work together toward a common goal," said U.S. Sen. Roy Blunt. "I'm grateful to the Missouri Chamber Foundation, CoxHealth and the many hospitals across our state that are investing in apprenticeships and changing lives by providing quality jobs. That was the goal when this funding was secured for Missouri and it is great to see the life-changing results of this investment."
The Missouri Chamber Foundation administers the grant, and CoxHealth has trained 588 apprentices through the program while also serving as a mentor to hospitals working to create or expand apprenticeship programs.
"When you think about the growth of our region, an investment in education is an investment in progress," says Max Buetow, CoxHealth's President and CEO. "We are always looking for ways to support the growth of our teams, and I appreciate all the ways we are advancing professionals in the medical field. The Registered Apprenticeship program has helped so many of our colleagues, and I know it will continue to elevate our healthcare workforce for years to come."
The IDHAP provides funding, resources and mentorship to hospitals seeking to create or expand apprenticeship programs. CoxHealth was selected by the Missouri Chamber Foundation to serve as a partner and mentor because of its strong track record of apprenticeship success.
CoxHealth has developed one of the most innovative health care apprenticeship models in the state and was recently named "Employer of the Year" by the Missouri Department of Higher Education & Workforce Development (MDHEWD).
Since 2020 at CoxHealth, 588 apprentices have completed their 12 months of on-the-job training and education; 282 are currently in progress on their 12-month apprenticeships.
"Following the COVID-19 pandemic, Missouri hospitals were struggling to fill open positions. We saw CoxHealth address this crisis by building a robust apprenticeship program," said Karen Buschmann, executive director of the Missouri Chamber Foundation. "We designed the Industry-Driven Healthcare Apprenticeship Program to help spread that solution to hospitals across the state."
Health care apprenticeships remove barriers by allowing individuals to earn a paycheck while gaining valuable skills, credentials and experience. This model reduces student debt and financial hardship compared to traditional training pathways.
"Apprentices don't have to choose between supporting their families and pursuing training for a better career," said Buschmann.
Apprenticeships open doors for nontraditional students, including working adults, career changers, veterans, parents and individuals returning to the workforce.
"I wasn't making a lot of extra money as a server, and I knew I wouldn't have enough to go to medical school and follow my dreams," said Kristen Blum, a CoxHealth apprenticeship graduate. "I was blessed when I learned about the EMT apprenticeship opportunity. It allowed me not only to attend school, but also guaranteed me a job."
Today, Blum is a paramedic and EMS instructor.
The Industry-Driven Healthcare Apprenticeship Program ends in December 2026. However, the apprenticeship programs that have been established through the program and the individuals who have been trained will continue making positive contributions to Missourians health and our economy.Hospitals participating in the program include: Belton Regional Medical Center, Centerpoint Medical Center, CoxHealth, Hannibal Regional, Jordan Valley Community Health Center, Lafayette Regional Medical Center, Lee's Summit Medical Center, Lifepoint Health, Mercy, Phelps Health, Research Medical Center, Saint Francis Healthcare System and University Health.
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Original text here: https://mochamber.com/news-archive/missouri-chamber-recognizes-sen-roy-blunt-and-coxhealth-for-leadership-role-in-program-that-has-trained-more-than-1300-health-care-apprentices/
Additional OSMA Advocacy Wins: Progress on Non-Medical Switching and Prior Authorization Legislation
DUBLIN, Ohio, June 12 -- The Ohio State Medical Association issued the following news on June 10, 2026:
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Additional OSMA Advocacy Wins: Progress on Non-Medical Switching and Prior Authorization Legislation
It was a huge week for OSMA advocacy! Along with Sub. Senate Bill 162 passing in the House and heading to the governor for signature, two other insurance reform proposals made major progress. SB 160 passed in the Ohio Senate, and HB 220 received its first hearing in the Senate after its passage in the House this spring.
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Legislators have now departed for their summer recess. As a reminder,
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DUBLIN, Ohio, June 12 -- The Ohio State Medical Association issued the following news on June 10, 2026:
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Additional OSMA Advocacy Wins: Progress on Non-Medical Switching and Prior Authorization Legislation
It was a huge week for OSMA advocacy! Along with Sub. Senate Bill 162 passing in the House and heading to the governor for signature, two other insurance reform proposals made major progress. SB 160 passed in the Ohio Senate, and HB 220 received its first hearing in the Senate after its passage in the House this spring.
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Legislators have now departed for their summer recess. As a reminder,all legislation introduced this general assembly that does not pass before the end of 2026 would have to be reintroduced and start over with the new general assembly that will convene in 2027. "Lame duck," the legislative session that will occur this fall when legislators return after the elections, will be a flurry of activity as many elected officials and interested parties race to the finish line, hoping to secure victory with their legislative priorities before the clock runs out.
Thankfully, with the progress made on these two additional insurance reform proposals this week, both SB 160 and HB 220 are in an ideal position heading into the lame duck session, and OSMA will be prepared to advocate in hopes of both making it through the full legislative process this fall.
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SB 160 Passes in the Ohio Senate
Wednesday evening, the Ohio Senate passed Senate Bill 160 in a unanimous vote of 33-0. This a major step toward victory for this legislation!
SB 160, as you might recall, addresses non-medical switching, which occurs the insurer requires a patient to switch from their current medication to a different medication for reasons unrelated to the patients' health. This legislation will place restrictions on removing a medication from a prescription drug formulary during a plan year, and prohibit private health plans from increasing patient cost-sharing or from moving drugs to a more restrictive tier during a plan year.
OSMA strongly believes that treatment decisions should come from the doctor-patient relationship, and that patients, particularly those with chronic and complex medical conditions, need and deserve individualized, patient-centered treatment plans. SB 160 would allow patients to remain stable on their currently-prescribed treatment.
This issue has been on OSMA's advocacy agenda for years, and we have worked closely with the Ohio Association of Rheumatology (OAR) in our advocacy efforts on SB 160. By passing in the Senate, this legislation is now perfectly positioned for lame duck session. OSMA is optimistic about this step forward and looks forward to continued advocacy on the bill this fall.
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Prior Authorization Legislation Has First Hearing in Ohio House
This March, we reported that House Bill 220 passed through the Ohio House. This OSMA-supported legislation, which aims to streamline the prior authorization process, has now started the committee hearing process in the Senate, with its first hearing in the Senate Financial Institutions, Insurance, and Technology Committee taking place this week.
As a reminder, HB 220 would:
* Ensure that retroactive denials can only occur in the event of non-covered benefits or lack of coverage at the time of service.
* Hold insurers accountable in the peer-to-peer review process by requiring that prior authorization appeals be between a healthcare provider and a clinical peer, and that the clinical peer (plan clinician) making adverse determinations provide identifying information including their specialty and relevant qualifications.
* Prohibit insurers from charging a fee for appealing an adverse prior authorization determination.
* Require insurers to honor an existing 12-month drug prior authorization approval for a maintenance medication to treat a chronic condition if the provider prescribes a change in dosage of the approved drug.
HB 220 receiving its first hearing in the Senate before the summer recess puts this legislation one step closer to becoming another victory for Ohio physicians and patients!
The bill seemed to be well-received in its first hearing, and OSMA is hopeful that HB 220 has a strong chance of passage during the lame duck session. We will advocate for more hearings on the bill when legislators return after the elections.
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Original text here: https://osma.org/aws/OSMA/pt/sd/news_article/628160/_PARENT/layout_details-news/false
[Category: Medical]
2025 U.S. Exports and Imports Report Details Global Demand for U.S. Marine Products
CHICAGO, Illinois, June 12 [Category: Business] (TNSrep) -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release:
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2025 U.S. Exports and Imports Report Details Global Demand for U.S. Marine Products
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The Boat and Engine Exports and Imports section of NMMA's 2025 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract is now available, providing a comprehensive look at international trade activity and key trends shaping the recreational marine marketplace. In 2025, total U.S. recreational boat and engine exports reached $2 billion, while imports totaled $3.2 billion.
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CHICAGO, Illinois, June 12 [Category: Business] (TNSrep) -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release:
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2025 U.S. Exports and Imports Report Details Global Demand for U.S. Marine Products
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The Boat and Engine Exports and Imports section of NMMA's 2025 U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract is now available, providing a comprehensive look at international trade activity and key trends shaping the recreational marine marketplace. In 2025, total U.S. recreational boat and engine exports reached $2 billion, while imports totaled $3.2 billion.
Thisreport examines historical and recent trade data across recreational boat and marine engine categories imported to and exported from the U.S. The 2025 report highlights continued demand for U.S.-manufactured boats and engines in key export markets, including Canada, the Caribbean and Central America, and the European Union.
Download the Boat and Engine Exports and Imports Report Here (https://www.nmma.org/statistics/publications/statistical-abstract)
The U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract is a comprehensive summary of statistics on the recreational boating industry in the United States, providing a universal data source with a historical look at many industry sectors and detailed trends analysis. This report presents detailed data for boat registrations, boat engine and accessory sales, expenditures, and the retail and pre-owned markets. It also features an in-depth look at the import and export marketplace focusing on product categories, trade partners and regional analysis.
NMMA members receive unlimited complimentary access to the digital versions of the annual U.S. Recreational Boating Statistical Abstract. Non-members can purchase the Recreational Boat and Marine Engine Trend Report for $950.
In addition to this annual analysis, NMMA provides highly timely monthly wholesale shipment reports and retail reports for outboard engines in the U.S. and Canada.
For the most up to date data, click here to access NMMA's Recreational Boating Monthly Industry Data Summary Report (https://www.nmma.org/statistics/publications/industry-data-summary).
Visit www.nmma.org/statistics or contact bi@nmma.org for more information.
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Original text here: https://www.nmma.org/press/article/25530
