United States

California Board of Pharmacy December Update: Standard of Care, Vaccines, CAMER

The California Board of Pharmacy's December 2025 update announces the transition of certain pharmacist-provided patient care services, including vaccine administration, to a standard of care model effective January 1, 2026, per AB 1503. It also reminds schools about standing orders for albuterol and epinephrine and mandates reporting medication errors to the CAMER system for events on or after September 1, 2025.

California Board of Pharmacy Updates and AB 1503 Changes

The California Board of Pharmacy is updating its regulations effective January 1, 2026, due to Assembly Bill 1503. Key changes include a transition to a Standard of Care practice model for certain pharmacist-provided services and new requirements for nonresident pharmacies operating in California, effective July 1, 2026.

California Board of Pharmacy Updates on SCRA, AB 1503, and Nonresident Pharmacies

The California Board of Pharmacy issued a news roundup detailing updates on the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA), Assembly Bill 1503 impacting pharmacist practice, and new requirements for nonresident pharmacies. Key changes include the transition of certain pharmacist-provided patient care services to a standard of care model and new PIC designation rules for out-of-state pharmacies operating in California.

NY AG Probes Instacart Pricing and Data Privacy Compliance

The New York Attorney General's office has sent a letter to Instacart requesting information regarding its pricing practices and compliance with New York's Algorithmic Pricing Disclosure Act. The inquiry follows a report detailing significant price variations for the same products on the Instacart platform.

NY AG Complaint Against Robert G. Kramer

The New York Attorney General, along with Attorneys General from 9 other states, has filed a complaint against Robert G. Kramer and his associated company. The complaint alleges violations related to internet and technology services, seeking to hold the defendant accountable for alleged deceptive practices.

35 State AGs Warn xAI Over AI-Generated Intimate Images

Thirty-five State Attorneys General have issued a letter to xAI expressing deep concern over the creation and dissemination of AI-generated non-consensual intimate images (NCII) using its Grok chatbot. The AGs urge xAI to take further steps to address the harms caused by this technology, particularly concerning women and children.

State AGs Support Senate Kids Online Safety Act, Oppose House Version

45 State Attorneys General have written to Congress supporting the Senate version of the Kids Online Safety Act (S. 1748) and opposing the House version (H.R. 6484). The letter highlights concerns about preemption language and the omission of a 'Duty of Care' in the House bill, advocating for stronger protections for minors online.

Order to Cease and Desist ATG Credit, LLC

The Massachusetts Division of Banks has issued a Temporary Order to Cease and Desist against ATG Credit, LLC, a licensed debt collector. The order stems from ATG Credit's alleged failure to provide access to its books and records for examination, a violation of state regulations.

Anthony Jacob Soss - Mortgage Loan Originator Violations Consent Order

The Massachusetts Division of Banks has issued a consent order against Anthony Jacob Soss for mortgage loan originator violations. Soss agreed to the order without admitting guilt, waiving his right to a hearing. The order stems from alleged violations related to continuing education requirements and adherence to the Nationwide Multi State Licensing System & Registry (NMLS) Rules of Conduct.

Wise US, Inc. Multistate Consent Order for AML/CFT Violations

Wise US, Inc. has entered into a multistate consent order with several state money transmission regulators due to violations of Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) programs. The order addresses deficiencies found in a multi-state examination, including issues with suspicious activity reporting and transaction monitoring.