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GAO Identifies 5 Open Recommendations for NSF CIO

The GAO identified five open recommendations for the National Science Foundation (NSF) Chief Information Officer (CIO) related to IT acquisitions and management. These recommendations stem from previously issued work and aim to improve IT operations, secure systems, and ensure compliance.

Executive Order on Elemental Phosphorus and Glyphosate Supply

President Biden issued an Executive Order to ensure an adequate domestic supply of elemental phosphorus and glyphosate-based herbicides, citing their critical importance to national defense and agricultural productivity. The order aims to address limited domestic production and reliance on imports.

Presidential Message on Ash Wednesday

The White House issued a presidential message observing Ash Wednesday and the beginning of the Lenten season. The message highlights the significance of the day for Christians in the United States and globally, emphasizing themes of prayer, repentance, and faith.

President Signs H.J.Res. 142 and S. 3705 into Law

The President signed H.J.Res. 142 and S. 3705 into law on February 18, 2026. H.J.Res. 142 nullifies a D.C. tax law, while S. 3705 establishes a congressional time capsule for the U.S. Semiquincentennial.

OSHA Cites US Steel and MPW for Safety Violations After Explosion

The U.S. Department of Labor's OSHA has cited United States Steel Corp. and MPW Industrial Services Inc. following an investigation into an August 2025 explosion that killed two workers and injured 12. OSHA proposed penalties totaling $179,687 for serious safety violations related to explosion and hazardous energy control hazards.

US Department of Labor Probes California UI Program for Fraud

The U.S. Department of Labor announced it will probe California's Unemployment Insurance program due to concerns over fraud and improper payments. A specialized strike team will investigate potential fraud and abuse, aiming to restore the program's integrity and financial health.

DOJ Audit of Justice Management Division Security Controls and PAAS 2.0

The Department of Justice's Office of the Inspector General has released an audit report on the Justice Management Division's security controls and the Personnel Accountability and Assessment System (PAAS) 2.0. The report, dated February 18, 2026, identifies two recommendations for improvement.

DOJ Audit of Justice Management Division's Information Security Program FY2025

The Department of Justice's Office of the Inspector General has released an audit report on the Justice Management Division's Information Security Program for Fiscal Year 2025. The report, dated February 18, 2026, identifies 3 recommendations for improvement.

DOJ Audit of CSOSA Security Controls and SMART21 System

The Department of Justice's Office of the Inspector General has released an audit report on the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency's (CSOSA) security controls and the SMART21 system for Fiscal Year 2025. The report, number 26-024, includes one recommendation.

DOJ Audit of Court Services Information Security Management Program FY2025

The Department of Justice's Office of the Inspector General has released an audit report on the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency's Information Security Management Program for Fiscal Year 2025. The report, number 26-023, includes 5 recommendations.