Legal Research

Presidential Proclamation: Temporary Import Surcharge for Payments Problems

The President has issued a proclamation imposing a temporary import surcharge to address international payments problems. This action, published in the Federal Register on February 25, 2026, introduces new import duties aimed at resolving fundamental international financial issues.

National Angel Family Day 2026 Proclamation

The Executive Office of the President has issued a proclamation designating February 26, 2026, as National Angel Family Day. This document officially recognizes the observance of this day.

DOJ requires Reddy Ice to divest assets for Arctic Glacier acquisition

The Department of Justice's Antitrust Division requires Reddy Ice and Arctic Glacier to divest assets in five states to proceed with their acquisition. This action aims to preserve competition for packaged ice sold to retail chains, airlines, and airline caterers, preventing potential price increases and service quality decreases.

Executive Pleads Guilty to Bid-Rigging Conspiracy Affecting US Military

The Department of Justice announced that Thomas C. Rollins, president of a metal fabrication company, pleaded guilty to a conspiracy to rig bids for contracts affecting US military installations. The conspiracy generated over $8.5 million in rigged procurements.

DOJ Indicts Owners for Bid Rigging Affecting Mississippi Schools

The DOJ Antitrust Division announced the indictment of three individuals for orchestrating bid rigging schemes affecting the sale of sports equipment to public schools in Mississippi. The defendants allegedly conspired to manipulate bids, impacting at least 44 schools and millions of dollars in taxpayer funds.

DOJ Sues OhioHealth for Anticompetitive Healthcare Contracts

The Department of Justice's Antitrust Division, along with the Attorney General of Ohio, has filed a civil antitrust lawsuit against OhioHealth Corporation. The suit challenges anticompetitive contract restrictions that allegedly increase healthcare costs for Ohio patients by limiting insurer options and preventing competition.

DOJ and FTC Seek Comment on Business Collaboration Guidance

The Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission are seeking public comment on potential new guidance for collaborations among competitors. This initiative aims to replace previous guidelines withdrawn in December 2024 and provide clarity on antitrust issues related to business collaborations, joint ventures, and alliances.

CMA Investigates ABF Acquisition of Hovis Merger

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation into the anticipated acquisition of Hovis Group Limited by Associated British Foods plc. The inquiry is currently in Phase 2, with a statutory deadline of June 24, 2026.

CMA Investigates Hays Travel Merger

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched merger inquiries into Hays Travel's acquisitions of Polka Dot Travel and Millington Travel. Initial enforcement orders have been served, and phase 1 decision deadlines are set for April 2026.

Homes England Subsidy Referral for 2020 Developments Luton

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published its final report advising Homes England on a proposed £29.5 million subsidy to 2020 Developments (Luton) Limited. This subsidy is for infrastructure development to unlock residential and employment space.