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Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals Revises Rule 1.7

The Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals has revised Rule 1.7 to update the correct and current address for the Clerk of the Court. This amendment, effective March 9, 2026, ensures communications are directed to the appropriate physical and mailing addresses.

EU to Provisionally Apply EU-Mercosur Trade Agreement Pending CJEU Opinion

The European Commission announced it will provisionally apply the EU-Mercosur Interim Trade Agreement (iTA) despite the European Parliament's request for a Court of Justice of the EU opinion. This follows ratification by Argentina and Uruguay, with provisional application potentially starting in May 2026.

Canada Eases Syria Sanctions on Imports, Exports, Investments, Services

The Government of Canada has eased significant sanctions against Syria, removing restrictions on imports, exports, investments, and financial services. Twenty-four entities and one individual were delisted, including major financial institutions, to facilitate economic recovery and investment.

Proposed Rule on Section 5949 NDAA Chip Supply Chain Ban

The FAR Council has issued a proposed rule to implement Section 5949 of the NDAA, clarifying prohibitions on certain Chinese semiconductor products and services in federal procurements. The rule aims to enhance supply chain security for government contractors and applies broadly to all federal acquisitions.

FAR Council Proposes Rule Restricting Covered Semiconductor Products

The FAR Council has proposed a rule to implement Section 5949 of the FY 2023 NDAA, restricting federal agencies from procuring products or services containing certain covered semiconductor products from designated entities. The proposal includes requirements for contractor inquiry, certification, and potential reporting.

EU Proposes Industrial Accelerator Act with "Made in EU" Requirements

The European Commission has proposed the Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA) to bolster the EU's industrial base and boost demand for EU-manufactured products. The act introduces "Made in EU" requirements across strategic sectors, aiming to reduce dependencies and increase manufacturing's share of EU GDP.

Bill to Prohibit Lead Ammunition/Tackle Ban on Federal Land

H.R. 556, introduced in the US House of Representatives, aims to prohibit the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Agriculture from banning lead ammunition or tackle on certain federal lands and waters. The bill, titled the 'Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act', seeks to maintain current practices for hunters and anglers.

Bell Canada Withdraws Features of Small Business Service

The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has approved Bell Canada's application to withdraw certain features of its Bell Total Connect for Small Business service. The affected features include Soft Client, Mobile Application, and Call Dashboard, due to end-of-life equipment. The withdrawal is effective September 30, 2025.

CRTC Policy Prohibits Fees Barrier to Switching Cellphone and Internet Plans

The CRTC has issued a new policy prohibiting fees that act as a barrier for consumers switching cellphone and Internet plans. These changes, effective June 12, 2026, amend the Wireless Code and Internet Code to empower consumers and align with recent amendments to the Telecommunications Act.

NY Cybersecurity Regulations and Grants for Water Systems

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced new cybersecurity regulations and $2.5 million in grants for the state's drinking water and wastewater systems. The regulations include mandatory training, incident reporting, and risk-based standards, with grants available for assessments and upgrades.