United States

MAC Federal Credit Union Merger with Credit Union 1

NCUA received a merger application from MAC Federal Credit Union to merge with Credit Union 1. The filing is under review with a public comment deadline of May 28, 2026. This is a routine credit union merger notice subject to NCUA approval procedures.

Sunshine Act Meetings

The Election Assistance Commission published a Sunshine Act meeting notice announcing upcoming public meetings. The notice indicates that public comments are being accepted via Regulations.gov under docket EAC-2026-0101-0001. This is a routine administrative notice providing transparency into federal agency deliberations as required by the Government in the Sunshine Act.

Sunshine Act Meeting Notice

The U.S. Election Assistance Commission published a Sunshine Act meeting notice on March 31, 2026, announcing a public meeting and opening a comment period through docket EAC-2026-0100-0001. Comments may be submitted via Regulations.gov. No new obligations or compliance requirements are established by this notice.

Secretary Rubio's Call with Portuguese Foreign Minister Rangel

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Portuguese Foreign Minister Paulo Rangel on March 31, 2026. The call highlighted the continued strength of U.S.-Portugal bilateral ties and emphasized Portugal's close economic and defense cooperation with the United States. Both leaders expressed their commitment to transatlantic security.

H-1B Registration Lottery Completed

USCIS announced completion of the FY 2027 H-1B registration lottery on March 31, 2026, having received sufficient registrations to meet fiscal year allocations including the advanced degree exemption. Selected petitioners may file H-1B cap-subject petitions beginning April 1, 2026, using the new Form I-129 edition (02/27/26), with a filing window of at least 90 days.

ASCEND Grant for Texas Employer Workforce Training

The Texas Workforce Commission announced the ASCEND grant program, a $5 million fund to help Texas employers train their workforce in high-demand industries. Employers can receive reimbursements up to $500,000 or $4,000 per trainee for approved training projects. The program dedicates $1 million specifically to domestic shipbuilding training. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Dig Safely Month Declaration and 811 Anniversary

Colorado Governor Jared Polis has declared April 2026 as 'Dig Safely Month' to mark the 40th anniversary of Colorado 811, the state's One-Call Notification System. The Colorado Public Utilities Commission and Division of Oil and Public Safety are promoting safe digging practices, with grant applications for the Damage Prevention Fund open through April 24, 2026.

Waldman v. Palestine Liberation Org - Personal Injury/Terrorism Damages

The Second Circuit decided a motion in consolidated appeals 15-3135-cv (L), 15-3151-cv (XAP), and 22-1060-cv (Con) in Waldman v. Palestine Liberation Organization. The case involves American terrorism victims seeking damages against the PLO, Palestinian Authority, and individual terrorists for injuries from attacks in Israel. Motion filed August 11, 2025; decided March 30, 2026.

Ramsay v. Bondi - Immigration Motion to Reopen

The Second Circuit granted John Marcus Ramsay's petition challenging the BIA's denial of his motion to reopen, finding the BIA misread his arguments regarding equitable tolling. The court remanded the case for further consideration consistent with its opinion. Ramsay, a 70-year-old Jamaican lawful permanent resident and US Navy veteran, seeks to reopen his 2007 removal order based on a change in law under United States v. Minter.

Petersen Energía v. Argentine Republic - Shareholder Expropriation

The Second Circuit affirmed in part and reversed in part the $16.1 billion judgment against Argentina in favor of Petersen Energía and Eton Park Capital Management minority shareholders of YPF S.A. The court held that breach of contract damages claims against Argentina and YPF are not cognizable under Argentine law, reversing that portion of the judgment. The case has been remanded to the Southern District of New York for further proceedings.