Legislation

The School Funding, Budget Statements and Outturn Statements (Wales) Regulations 2026

The Welsh Ministers have issued the School Funding, Budget Statements and Outturn Statements (Wales) Regulations 2026. These regulations, made on March 4, 2026, will come into force on February 1, 2027, and apply to financial years beginning on or after April 1, 2027. They revoke previous regulations and introduce new provisions for school funding and financial reporting in Wales.

Education Department HEAL Program Regs Comment Request

The Education Department has submitted information collection activities related to the Health Education Assistance Loan (HEAL) Program to the Office of Management and Budget for review. A comment period is open until April 8, 2026, allowing interested parties to provide input on the proposed regulations.

Proposed Pell Grant and Workforce Pell Rules

The Department of Education has proposed new rules regarding Pell Grants and Workforce Pell Grants, focusing on accountability in higher education and access through demand-driven programs. The proposal includes changes to Pell Grant exclusions related to other grant aid. A public comment period is open until April 8, 2026.

Colorado HB26-1152: Supplemental Appropriation to Department of Early Childhood

Colorado Bill HB26-1152 enacts a supplemental appropriation to the Department of Early Childhood for the 2026 Regular Session. This bill concerns state revenue and budget, providing additional funds to the department.

Colorado Bill SB26-087: Legislative Leave Job Protection

Colorado Bill SB26-087 proposes to create legislative leave job protection for members of the General Assembly. The bill would prohibit employers from terminating qualified members who request or take leave during legislative sessions and require restoration to the same or equivalent position upon return.

Colorado Bill: Theft by Contractor Using Advance Payments

Colorado Bill HB26-1245, introduced for the 2026 Regular Session, proposes new regulations concerning theft by contractors. The bill specifies that using advance payments for unrelated purposes, leading to project delay or abandonment, constitutes theft. It also mandates written disclosures to customers regarding the intended use of advance payments.

Colorado Bill Requires Warning Labels for Hair Products with Carcinogens

Colorado Bill HB26-1135 proposes the "Hair Product Transparency and Safety Act," requiring warning labels on hair relaxers and synthetic hairpieces containing intentionally added carcinogens or reproductive toxicants. This act, effective July 1, 2027, aims to increase transparency for consumers regarding product ingredients.

Colorado Bill Modifies Prepaid Wireless Telecom Service Charges

Colorado's HB26-1115 modifies charges on prepaid wireless telecommunications services, including the 911, 988, and telephone disability access (TDA) charges. The bill clarifies definitions, remittance procedures, and disclosure of tax information, with some modifications to who is subject to the charges.

Colorado Bill HB26-1325 Concerning Natural Medicine

Colorado House Bill HB26-1325 has been introduced concerning natural medicine. The bill is currently in the 'Under Consideration' stage and has been assigned to the House Health & Human Services Committee.

Colorado Bill: Vision Tests for Pre-Kindergarten Students

Colorado's HB26-1193, introduced for the 2026 Regular Session, proposes to require school districts to administer vision tests to pre-kindergarten students. This bill expands current vision testing mandates, which currently cover kindergarten through ninth grade.