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Audit of Federal Prison Industries Financial Statements FY 2025

The Department of Justice's Office of the Inspector General has released an audit report for the Federal Prison Industries, Inc. (FPI) financial statements for Fiscal Year 2025. The report, number 26-028, was posted on February 19, 2026, and includes two recommendations.

Companies House Low Value Contract Terms and Conditions

Companies House has published guidance on its low-value contract terms and conditions, applicable to contracts valued below £12,000 including VAT. This guidance outlines the standard terms for such agreements.

Ofcom Telecoms and Pay-TV Complaints Q3 2025

Ofcom has published its latest figures for complaints received about major UK landline, mobile, broadband, and pay-TV providers for Q3 2025. The report indicates that complaint levels remained similar to the previous quarter across all service types, with specific providers identified as generating the most and fewest complaints.

EU Legislation and Notices - February 18, 2026

The EU Official Journal L series published new legislation and notices on February 18, 2026. Key regulations include amendments to customs duty relief, restrictive measures for Zimbabwe, and new anti-dumping duties on imports from Thailand and China.

EU Official Journal L Series Daily View - February 19, 2026

The EU Official Journal L series for February 19, 2026, has been published, containing various implementing regulations and decisions. These include measures against terrorism, renewals of active substance approvals for plant protection products, and authorizations for feed additives.

Defense Production Act Mobilized for Phosphorus and Glyphosate

President Trump has mobilized the Defense Production Act to ensure the domestic supply of elemental phosphorus and glyphosate-based herbicides. The Executive Order delegates authority to the Secretary of Agriculture to require contract performance and allocate materials to protect national security and agricultural strength.

GAO Report on Alaska Tribes' Jurisdiction and Funding Clarity

The GAO released a report highlighting confusion among Alaska Tribes regarding concurrent criminal jurisdiction and eligibility for federal public safety funding. The report recommends the Bureau of Indian Affairs clarify its positions on jurisdiction and establish criteria for new funding agreements to improve transparency.

GAO Report: ICBM Modernization Faces Critical Risks and Opportunities

A GAO report highlights critical risks and opportunities in the Air Force's Sentinel ICBM modernization program. The report notes delays in the missile's first flight, software development challenges, and the need for improved risk management, while also identifying opportunities for cost reduction and schedule mitigation.

GAO Report on NIST IP Guidance and Drug Pricing

A GAO report analyzes draft guidance from NIST on exercising march-in rights under the Bayh-Dole Act, specifically considering product price as a factor. The guidance, still in draft as of December 2025, received significant public support for potentially lowering drug prices, though concerns exist about its impact on innovation.

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.