2025 DSA Legal + Regulatory Conference Convenes Key Lawmakers and Industry Counsel

Bipartisan Leaders Join DSA as the Association Strengthens its Position at the Forefront of Independent Work Policy

(WASHINGTON, D.C.) - The Direct Selling Association (DSA) will open its annual Legal + Regulatory Conference December 9th through 11th as federal and state pressures on independent work reach a new peak.

H.R. 3495, the first direct selling-specific bill in more than 40 years to advance through a House committee, has intensified scrutiny in Washington at the same time key states are moving forward with proposals that could reshape the channel. With these pressures converging, this year's conference arrives at a pivotal moment for legal leaders, policymakers, and compliance teams.

"H.R. 3495 has brought new attention to independent work, and opponents are already lining up," said Dave Grimaldi, DSA Chief Executive Officer. "Pair that with fast-moving proposals in several states, and it's clear why this conference has become a strategic command center. Our job is to stay ahead of what's coming, strengthen our presence with policymakers, and make sure the real experiences of direct sellers drive the conversation."

That heightened environment is reflected in the bipartisan group of elected officials participating in this year's program, including:

• Ryan Chamberlin (FL-24) - Florida House of Representatives; Florida Direct Selling Coalition
• Rep. Jim Clyburn (SC-06) - Assistant Democratic Leader
• Rep. Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05) - Member, Direct Selling Caucus
• Rep. Richard Hudson (NC-09) - Co-Chair, Direct Selling Caucus
• Rep. Kevin Kiley (CA-03) - Lead Sponsor, H.R. 3495
• Rep. Blake Moore (UT-01) - Direct Selling Caucus
• Rep. Burgess Owens (UT-04) - Direct Selling Caucus; House Education & Workforce; Co-Sponsor, H.R. 3495
• Rep. Darren Soto (FL-09) - Co-Chair, Direct Selling Caucus
• Rep. Tim Walberg (MI-05) - Chairman, House Education & Workforce; Co-Sponsor, H.R. 3495

Key themes at the 2025 conference include:

• Federal:Sweeping FTC rulemakings, early signs of potential FDA scrutiny, and the heightened attention surrounding H.R. 3495
• State:California's PAGA exposure, New Jersey's ABC test, deferred mandates in Delaware's HB 162, and telemarketing regulation expansion in Texas' SB 140
• Reputation & Narrative Risk:How cultural narratives, partisan hearings, and misinformation shape public perception and influence regulatory outcomes
• Legal Preparation & Compliance Priorities:Guidance for anticipating new rulemakings, reducing litigation exposure, strengthening internal oversight, and protecting consumer trust

The 2025 DSA Legal + Regulatory Conference is supported by premier sponsor Winston & Strawn LLP, with additional sponsorship from FieldWatch, IntegriShield, Multibrain, Foley & Lardner LLP, Venable LLP, and Kelley Drye & Warren LLP.

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