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Broadway Across America Antitrust Non-Prosecution Agreement

The DOJ Antitrust Division entered into a Non-Prosecution Agreement with Broadway Across America on March 18, 2026, resolving potential antitrust violations related to live theatrical performances. Broadway Across America is a major theater producer and distributor. The NPA imposes binding obligations on the company, though specific terms are not detailed in the source document. Companies in the theater and live entertainment sector should monitor this development and review any implications for industry practices.

United States v. Alan Hayward James - Bribery, Bid Rigging, Wire Fraud

The DOJ Antitrust Division filed criminal charges against Alan Hayward James on March 20, 2026, alleging bribery, bid rigging, and conspiracy to commit wire fraud. The defendant entered a plea agreement on April 1, 2026, resolving the criminal case. The violations occurred in the computer systems design services industry.

United States v. The New York and Presbyterian Hospital

The DOJ Antitrust Division filed a civil antitrust complaint against The New York and Presbyterian Hospital on March 26, 2026. The government alleges anticompetitive conduct by the hospital and is seeking appropriate relief through civil litigation. This enforcement action marks the opening of a formal antitrust case.

Convert Depreciated Apartments to Condominiums for Gen Z

The American Bar Association published an article examining the economic and practical considerations of converting fully depreciated multifamily rental properties into condominium units. The analysis suggests this approach could address housing affordability challenges for Gen Z, seniors, empty nesters, and divorcees while generating improved local tax revenues and upgraded neighborhood communities.

Integrated Preparedness Plan Workshop, Seymour IN, April 13

The Indiana Department of Health announces an Integrated Preparedness Plan Workshop on April 13, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Seymour, IN. The workshop aims to validate preparedness priorities, identify capability gaps, and incorporate lessons learned from real-world events. Intended audience includes Local Health Department Preparedness Coordinators, Healthcare Coalition Readiness and Response Coordinators, and other preparedness organizations.

Temporarily Reduce General Fund Reserve

Colorado HB26-1363, sponsored by Representatives Brown and Sirota and Senators Amabile and Bridges, proposes temporarily lowering the state's general fund reserve requirement from 15% to 13% for fiscal years 2025-26 and 2026-27. The bill then restores the reserve requirement to 15% for fiscal years 2027-28 and beyond. The Joint Budget Committee bill adjusts current law deductions related to insurance premium tax credits and the University of Northern Colorado's osteopathic medicine program.

HB26-1364 - 2025 Consumer Price Index Calculation

Colorado bill HB26-1364 proposes an alternative method for calculating the 2025 Consumer Price Index (CPI). The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) failed to determine the CPI for October 2025 and calculated the annual CPI using only 11 months, over-weighting the first half of 2025. The bill would instead average the two semi-annual BLS CPI determinations for 2025, giving equal weight to both halves of the year.

HB26-1366 Enhances State-Directed Payments for Denver Health Physicians

HB26-1366 allows money collected from Colorado's hospital provider fee to be used to maximize reimbursement through state-directed payments for physician services at Denver Health and Hospital Authority. The bill makes a cash fund appropriation to the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing.

Eliminate Limited Gaming Fund Transfer to Higher Education Research Fund

Colorado HB26-1368 proposes to eliminate the annual $2.1 million transfer from the limited gaming fund to the innovative higher education research fund. The Joint Budget Committee sponsored bill would remove the current statutory requirement for the state treasurer to make this transfer. The bill has been introduced and is under consideration in the House Appropriations Committee.

COVID Medicaid Enhanced Federal Match Reimbursement Bill

Colorado HB26-1367, sponsored by Representative Brown and Senator Bridges, recreates a provision authorizing the state to retain reimbursement percentages exceeding the standard 50% federal Medicaid match for services provided during the COVID-19 pandemic enhanced federal financial participation period. The bill applies to the Joint Budget Committee and concerns the reconciliation process for pandemic-era Medicaid reimbursements. The provision is repealed upon completion of all reconciliation for services delivered during the enhanced participation period.