State AGs Urge Congress to Rescind OCC's True Lender Rule
25 State Attorneys General, led by Illinois AG Kwame Raoul, urged Congress to rescind the OCC's True Lender Rule using the Congressional Review Act. The rule would allow predatory lenders to evade state usury laws through 'rent-a-bank' schemes, potentially harming consumers with high interest rates.
Measles Exposure Alert at Denver Airport and Littleton Church
Colorado health officials have issued an alert for potential measles exposures at Denver International Airport and a Littleton church on February 21-22, 2026. The alert follows a confirmed measles case in an unvaccinated traveler. Public health agencies are offering free vaccinations to potentially exposed individuals.
Omnipoint Management Solutions LLC - Cease and Desist Order and $100,000 Penalty
The Connecticut Banking Commissioner has issued a Cease and Desist Order and imposed a $100,000 civil penalty on Omnipoint Management Solutions LLC. The company operated as a consumer collection agency without a required license and violated communication regulations.
Arizona hospital pays $5.6M for False Claims Act violations
Arizona hospital pays $5.6M for False Claims Act violations
Fraud network member sentenced six years for stealing millions
Fraud network member sentenced six years for stealing millions
Texas doctor sentenced 8.5 years for $145M fraud
Texas doctor sentenced 8.5 years for $145M fraud
Former defense contractor manager sentenced to 87 months for selling trade secrets
Former defense contractor manager sentenced to 87 months for selling trade secrets
Hedge fund manager indicted on tax fraud charges
Hedge fund manager indicted on tax fraud charges
DOJ sues University of California for antisemitic hostile work environment
DOJ sues University of California for antisemitic hostile work environment
Supreme Court Orders: Certiorari Grants, Denials, and Miscellaneous Filings
The U.S. Supreme Court issued its regular order list on February 23, 2026, detailing grants and denials of petitions for writs of certiorari and other miscellaneous filings. The court granted certiorari in one case, Suncor Energy, Inc. v. Comm'rs Boulder Cty., et al., directing parties to also brief jurisdiction questions.
State v. Cobb - Court of Appeals Opinion
The Washington Court of Appeals Division II has issued an opinion in the case of State of Washington v. Michael A. Cobb. The opinion was filed on February 24, 2026, with docket number 59459-5. This document represents a final appellate decision.
State of Washington v. Robert Rufus Williams - Criminal Appeal
The Washington State Court of Appeals, Division II, has issued a published opinion in the case of State of Washington v. Robert Rufus Williams. The opinion addresses an appeal from a Pierce County Superior Court judgment.
State v. Favro - Court of Appeals Opinion
The Washington Court of Appeals Division II has issued an opinion in the case of State of Washington v. Dylon Lee Favro. The opinion was filed on February 24, 2026, under docket number 59406-4. This is an unpublished opinion and should not be cited per GR 14.1(a).
Washington Court of Appeals Opinion - Personal Restraint Petition
The Washington Court of Appeals, Division II, has filed an opinion regarding a Personal Restraint Petition filed by Johnathan Michael Goulding Booth. The case, docketed as 59634-2, originates from the Cowlitz Superior Court. The opinion was filed on February 24, 2026.
State of Washington v. John Zeller - Court of Appeals Opinion
The Washington Court of Appeals filed an opinion in the case of State of Washington v. John Zeller. This is an unpublished opinion and should not be cited per GR 14.1(a). The case originated from Clark Superior Court.
Arthur West v. Washington Legislature - Court of Appeals Opinion
The Washington Court of Appeals Division II has issued an opinion in the case of Arthur West v. Washington State Legislature. The opinion, filed on February 24, 2026, addresses an appeal from Thurston Superior Court.
Azorit-worthham v. Department of L & I - Court of Appeals Opinion
The Washington Court of Appeals Division II has filed an unpublished opinion in the case of Lisa M. Azorit-worthham v. Department of L & I, Et Al. The opinion addresses an appeal from a Pierce County Superior Court judgment. The file date for this opinion is February 24, 2026.
Court of Appeals Opinion: Dependency of R.H.
The Washington Court of Appeals Division III has issued an opinion in the dependency case of R.H., with a file date of February 24, 2026. The opinion addresses an appeal from a Spokane Superior Court decision.
First Lady's State of the Union Guests Highlight Education and Tech Initiatives
The White House announced the First Lady's guests for the 2026 State of the Union, highlighting initiatives in education, technology, and foster care. The guests represent the BE BEST Fostering the Future initiative, which has secured funding and launched programs related to AI and education.
Illinois Executive Order for Nuclear Energy Development
Illinois Governor issued an executive order on February 18, 2026, to accelerate the development of new, safe nuclear energy generation within the state. This order aims to support the state's clean energy goals and address projected power shortages.
Executive Order Accelerating Safe Nuclear Energy Generation
Illinois Governor issued Executive Order 2026-01 to accelerate the development of safe nuclear energy generation. The order aims to support the state's clean energy goals by removing restrictions on new nuclear plants and streamlining processes, building on existing legislation like the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act and the Clean Energy, Reliable Grid Act.
Illinois Executive Order on Nuclear Energy Development
Illinois Governor Pritzker issued Executive Order 2026-01 to accelerate the development of new nuclear energy facilities in the state. The order directs state agencies to solicit information from potential developers and communities to assess the feasibility and potential sites for new nuclear power projects, supporting clean energy goals.
Illinois Executive Order on New Nuclear Energy Production
Illinois Governor Pritzker issued Executive Order 2026-01 on February 18, 2026, to accelerate the production of new clean nuclear energy in the state. The order aims to address projected capacity shortfalls and support Illinois's clean energy goals by removing restrictions on new nuclear plant construction.
Illinois Governor's Executive Order 2026-01
Illinois Governor's Executive Order 2026-01, issued on January 18, 2026, addresses energy regulation and environmental standards. The order details specific directives related to energy infrastructure and environmental compliance, impacting energy companies operating within the state.
Illinois Executive Order on Clean Energy and Renewable Resources
Illinois Executive Order 2026-01, effective February 18, 2026, aims to accelerate the transition to 100% clean energy by 2050. It mandates actions to increase renewable energy generation, improve grid infrastructure, and ensure reliable energy delivery, impacting energy companies operating within the state.
State Revokes, Suspends Health Care Provider Licenses
The Washington State Department of Health has revoked or suspended the licenses, certifications, or registrations of two health care providers. Elena T. Nguyen had her nursing assistant credentials suspended for two years due to drug use with a minor, and Kyon J. Saucier had his home care aide credential indefinitely suspended for physical force on children.
OSHA Cites 3 Companies After 6 Worker Deaths from Gas Exposure
The U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA has cited Prospect Ranch LLC, Fiske Inc., and HD Builders for serious violations following the deaths of six workers due to hazardous gas exposure at a Colorado dairy farm. The companies face proposed penalties totaling over $246,000.
OSHA Cites Grain Silo Operator for Safety Violations After Worker Injury
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited Alliance Grain Co. for safety violations following a worker injury. The agency proposed $276,407 in penalties for alleged failures in machine guarding, lockout/tagout procedures, and grain bin entry safety.
Tamara Motley Medicare Fraud Conviction Vacated on Identity Theft
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a portion of Tamara Motley's sentence for aggravated identity theft related to Medicare fraud. The court cited the Supreme Court's decision in Dubin v. United States, which narrowed the scope of the identity theft statute. The case is remanded for resentencing.
SEC Obtains Final Consent Judgment Against Ian G. Bell
The SEC announced it obtained a final consent judgment against Ian G. Bell, a Denver day-trader charged with defrauding investors. Bell raised over $1.3 million from 29 investors by lying about trading performance and misappropriating funds. He is permanently enjoined from securities violations and ordered to pay disgorgement.
SEC Obtains Final Judgments in Insider Trading Case
The SEC announced the entry of final consent judgments against Joseph C. Lewis, Carolyn W. Carter, Patrick J. O’Connor, and Bryan L. Waugh in an insider trading case. The judgments include penalties, disgorgement, and prejudgment interest totaling over $2.3 million.
SEC Settles Joel Castellanos Ponzi Scheme Action
The SEC has settled an action against Joel Castellanos for his role in an alleged $196 million Ponzi scheme. Castellanos is charged with selling unregistered securities and operating without proper registration, resulting in a $150,000 civil penalty and disgorgement.
Court Opinion Errata Sheet Amends Case Details
The United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit issued an errata sheet to amend a previously issued opinion. The amendment corrects the name of the Postmaster General on the cover sheet and renumbers footnotes. This action is procedural and does not alter the substantive outcome of the case.
United States v. Yoon - Errata Sheet for Court Opinion
The First Circuit Court of Appeals has issued an errata sheet to amend a court opinion originally issued on February 20, 2026. The amendment corrects a minor typographical error on page 9 of the opinion.
US v. Konan - Sovereign Immunity for Mail Nondelivery
The Supreme Court ruled that the United States retains sovereign immunity for claims arising from the intentional nondelivery of mail. The decision clarifies the scope of the Federal Tort Claims Act's postal exception, impacting how individuals can sue the Postal Service for mail delivery issues.
Supreme Court Vacates Judgment Due to Jurisdictional Defect
The Supreme Court vacated a judgment in Hain Celestial Group, Inc. v. Palmquist, ruling that the District Court lacked diversity jurisdiction when the case was removed from state court. The Fifth Circuit correctly reversed the lower court's decision, requiring the case to be remanded to state court.
DOJ OIG Audit of National Security Division Information Security Program
The DOJ Office of the Inspector General has released an audit report (26-029) concerning the National Security Division's information security management program for Fiscal Year 2025. The audit was conducted pursuant to the Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2014. The report includes 5 recommendations.
DOJ Audit of FARA System Controls FY2025
The Department of Justice's Office of the Inspector General has released an audit report on the National Security Division's security controls and its Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) system for Fiscal Year 2025. The report, dated February 24, 2026, identifies one recommendation.
State AGs Sue to Block Vaccine Schedule Overhaul
Attorney General William Tong, joined by 15 other states, has filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump Administration's overhaul of the nation's childhood immunization schedule. The suit targets a CDC decision memo that removed seven childhood vaccines from the universally recommended list and challenges the replacement of the ACIP expert panel.
Florida AG Arrests Criminal, Reviews Biden Commutations
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the arrest of Oscar Fowler, whose federal sentence was commuted by the Biden administration's autopen. The AG's office is reviewing all Biden autopen commutations affecting Florida to determine if state-level charges can be filed.
SEC Enforcement Manual Updates
The SEC's Division of Enforcement has updated its Enforcement Manual to enhance fairness, transparency, and efficiency in its investigative processes. Key changes include a uniform Wells process with a four-week submission period and guidance on simultaneous settlement and waiver consideration.
CT Dept of Banking Administrative Orders and Settlements Updates
The Connecticut Department of Banking has added new administrative orders for Zions Debt Holdings, LLC, Carter, Christopher Thayne, Fuller, Brian Scott, and Omnipoint Management Solutions LLC, all dated February 10. An existing order's date was also updated.