# FTC Revises Rules of Practice

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has approved and published amendments to its Rules of Practice in the Federal Register to better align with the FTC Act and reflect recent organizational changes, including the creation of the American Competition Enforcement Division. These revisions update procedural rules governing administrative processes, which may affect how contractors and vendors engage with the FTC, particularly in compliance, enforcement, and dispute resolution contexts.

- Procurement professionals should review the updated Rules of Practice to understand new procedural requirements and potential impacts on contract compliance and dispute management with the FTC.
- Contractors working with or regulated by the FTC may need to adjust their administrative and legal strategies to align with the revised rules and organizational structure.
- The establishment of the American Competition Enforcement Division signals a focused enforcement approach, which could influence future procurement oversight and contractor interactions.
- Organizations should consider consulting legal or compliance experts to navigate the updated administrative procedures effectively.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Professional Services
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 24, 2026

### Government Entities
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

### Sources
- [FTC Approves Publication of Federal Register Notices Revising the Commission’s Rules of Practice | Federal Trade Commission](https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2026/09/ftc-approves-publication-federal-register-notices-revising-commissions-rules-practice) - FTC