Read the latest on DHS’s forced labor enforcement here from Clara Hudson + Sheridan Prasso, with an exclusive interview with Secretary Mayorkas news.bloomberglaw.com/esg/us-tags-al…

Some businesses are starting to disclose more about their AI use after a push from investors raised AI concerns in the tech and entertainment industries. Bloomberg Law rb.gy/5snxjm

A new shareholder group won two climate proposals (and almost a third) at fast-food chains after it tried a new strategy to secure investor votes. Bloomberg Law rb.gy/5lm45i

Hotel chains are setting new goals to reduce single-use plastic waste after cutting back on mini bottles of shampoo and other toiletries Bloomberg Law rb.gy/2r4dwn

There’s new government guidance on backing up labels like “grass-fed” and “free-range” for meat and poultry, but sustainability activists say more needs to be done. rb.gy/wzni1h

More than 100 Democratic lawmakers urged Biden to use his executive authorities to narrow a trade loophole that can allow cheap goods from clothing to e-bike batteries to enter the US without duties - Clara Hudson news.bgov.com/esg/biden-pres…

While some businesses reel in how they talk about diversity, executives including Jamie Dimon continue to tell investors that an inclusive workforce is essential. rb.gy/4jtfel

Companies are tight-lipped about the election despite calls from shareholder activists to speak out about a peaceful transfer of power. Bloomberg Law shorturl.at/arhym

It’s still “early days” for lawsuits scrutinizing the environmental impact of plastic bottles, and newly-enacted state laws on recycling are set to kick in soon. Bloomberg Law tinyurl.com/4n5ma3wc

New consumer lawsuits targeting makeup removing wipes highlight confusion over what a ‘plant-based’ product actually means Bloomberg Law tinyurl.com/yc5hw4cu

DHS is stepping up its regulatory efforts to ensure companies aren't misusing a trade law exemption that allows low value packages including those from Chinese e-commerce giants to enter the US duty free - Clara Hudson news.bloomberglaw.com/esg/customs-wa…

What makes a DEI program illegal? Companies are parsing Trump's executive order. More from me, Clara Hudson and Isabel Gottlieb

The cosmetics industry faces a raft of new state laws aiming to keep “forever chemicals” out of products like lipstick and eyeshadow. Similar newly-enacted bans target everything from textiles to cookware. shorturl.at/q4wXt

Here’s something I noticed in US Steel’s annual report today: the company told investors that Trump’s order scrutinizing DEI is a possible risk to its business. The news comes at a politically pivotal time for US Steel. Bloomberg Law shorturl.at/AVrH6

Here’s something I noticed in Pepsi’s annual report today: the company told shareholders that “there can be no assurance” that it will achieve its sustainability goals. shorturl.at/Q6GQ5

The latest on how companies are reeling in DEI language from Andrew Ramonas and I...

Today is my first day as a reporter at The Wall Street Journal! I'll be covering sustainable business for WSJ Pro. I'm really excited to start this beat. Please get in touch at [email protected]. Sources: Let's set up some calls/get coffee to talk story ideas!