the key words "for a regional" come to fore. lots of crap 'cuz it's only a regional. knew one guy celebrating his 10th anniversary at an exclusive restaurant - crew schedule calls (not reserve) and he answers. I know stupid thing to do but as an IOE ck airman he thinks it's OK. Long story short, no excuses you are being jm'd.
as far as the new FTDT - these will be in the form of an NPRM unless Congress enacts legislation bypassing the normal 1yr comment period. Even then there is a period of time for transition. The 1500 hr rule gets a 3 yr from date of enactment to compliance period.