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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.

Illinois Executive Order Accelerates New Nuclear Power Generation

Illinois Governor issued Executive Order 2026-01 to accelerate the development of new safe nuclear power generation in the state. This order aims to support clean energy goals by lifting restrictions on new nuclear plants and facilitating their development to meet projected capacity shortfalls.

Federal Prison Industries FY24 Financial Statements Audit Report

The DOJ's Office of the Inspector General has released the audit report for Federal Prison Industries, Inc.'s Fiscal Year 2024 financial statements. The report, number 26-027, includes 3 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 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.

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 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.

GAO Report: Indian Affairs Workforce Capacity Strained by IRA Funding

A GAO report found that the Department of the Interior's Indian Affairs regional offices experienced strained workforce capacity due to increased demands from Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) funding. The report highlights that while overtime and contractors were used, more sustainable solutions like streamlining administrative requirements were not pursued, impacting both the workforce and Tribes.