Government & Legislation

Colorado Bill Prohibits Discharge of Preproduction Plastic Materials

Colorado SB26-016 proposes to prohibit facilities that make, use, handle, package, or transport plastic pellets and other preproduction plastic materials from discharging these materials into state waters, wastewater, or storm water runoff. The bill is currently under consideration in the 2026 Regular Session.

Colorado Bill HB26-1090: Teacher Licensing Disclosure Revisions

Colorado Bill HB26-1090 proposes revisions to teacher licensing disclosure rules. The bill would alter requirements for disclosing misdemeanor convictions and waive certain program requirements for applicants with private school teaching experience. The bill is currently under consideration.

Colorado Bill HB26-1199: Catalytic Converter Replacement Standards

Colorado bill HB26-1199 proposes a temporary exception to catalytic converter replacement standards, allowing compliance with EPA standards instead of California's CARB rules under specific conditions related to theft or unavailability. The bill also requires repair facilities to inform customers about zero-emission vehicle programs.

CMA examines heating oil prices amid Middle East conflict

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is examining concerns about rising heating oil prices due to the Middle East conflict. The CMA is investigating reports of cancelled orders and significant price increases, engaging with suppliers to assess potential breaches of consumer protection law.

Nuclear Regulatory Commission: Streamlining Contested Adjudications in Licensing Proceedings

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has published a proposed rule to streamline contested adjudications in licensing proceedings. The rule aims to improve the efficiency of these proceedings and includes provisions for a public meeting.

Chlorinated Isocyanurates from China: Final Antidumping Duty Results

The International Trade Administration has published the final results of the antidumping duty administrative review for chlorinated isocyanurates from the People's Republic of China for the 2023-2024 period. This notice details the final determination of dumping margins.

Extension of Import Restrictions on Colombian Material

U.S. Customs and Border Protection has extended import restrictions on certain archaeological, ecclesiastical, and ethnological material from Colombia. This rule, published in the Federal Register, continues existing import limitations to protect cultural heritage.

Certain Monomers and Oligomers from Taiwan: Antidumping and Countervailing Duties

The International Trade Administration has issued a notice regarding antidumping and countervailing duty orders on certain monomers and oligomers from Taiwan. This action establishes duties on these imported products, impacting international trade and domestic industries.

Unwrought Palladium from Russia - Preliminary Countervailing Duty Determination

The Department of Commerce has issued a preliminary affirmative determination that unwrought palladium from the Russian Federation is being subsidized. This notice initiates the next phase of the countervailing duty investigation, which could lead to the imposition of duties on imports.

Polypropylene Corrugated Boxes from China Determinations

The International Trade Commission has issued a notice regarding final determinations on polypropylene corrugated boxes from China. This notice is part of investigations numbered 701-TA-757 and 731-TA-1737.