In this episode of Signal & Noise, Howard Fienberg, Senior VP, Advocacy at Insights Association, returns for a wide-ranging conversation on the policies shaping the insights industry. With over 25 years of government affairs experience, Howard has been named a Top Lobbyist by the National Institute for Lobbying and Ethics and continues to be one of the strongest voices advocating for research professionals in Washington, D.C.

In this episode:

• The Privacy Patchwork - Why 20 states now have their own privacy laws, how California and Washington are setting the pace, and why a federal standard remains critical

• What Counts in Census 2030 - How upcoming tests, government shutdown risks, and funding gaps could impact the next decennial count and why it matters for research professionals

• AI in the Crosshairs - The latest on state and federal AI regulations, transparency requirements, and how the Insights Association’s Code of Standards is evolving to cover new technologies

• Independent Contractors & Incentives - The ripple effects of state-level attempts to redefine independent contractors and even mandate minimum payments for research participants

• Practical Takeaways for Researchers - Why compliance depends on where respondents live, the risks of pseudonymous data, and how companies can prepare for shifting definitions of privacy

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