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DOJ Audit of FARA System Controls FY2025

The Department of Justice's Office of the Inspector General has released an audit report on the National Security Division's security controls and its Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) system for Fiscal Year 2025. The report, dated February 24, 2026, identifies one recommendation.

DOJ OIG Audit of National Security Division Information Security Program

The DOJ Office of the Inspector General has released an audit report (26-029) concerning the National Security Division's information security management program for Fiscal Year 2025. The audit was conducted pursuant to the Federal Information Security Modernization Act of 2014. The report includes 5 recommendations.

GAO Report: DOD Natural Disaster Tracking and Resilience Planning Needs Improvement

The GAO released a report finding that the Department of Defense (DOD) needs to improve its tracking of natural disaster costs and resilience planning. The report highlights gaps in data collection for various natural disasters and potential inaccuracies in cost reporting, recommending DOD expand its scope and ensure data completeness.

GAO Report on CPSC Oversight of Toxic Substances in Children's Products

A GAO report highlights deficiencies in the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) oversight of toxic substances in children's products. The report notes challenges in enforcing compliance with lead and phthalate standards and recommends improvements to the CPSC's data management and lab oversight processes.

GAO Report: HHS Emergency Preparedness Programs Lack Coordination

The GAO has released a report highlighting a lack of coordination between the Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS) Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) and Hospital Preparedness Program (HPP). The report notes that HHS awarded nearly $900 million in FY2024 to states and localities for these programs but lacks formal mechanisms for coordination, potentially leading to inefficiencies and reduced preparedness.

GAO Recommends Strengthening NOAA Weather Modification Oversight

The GAO has recommended that NOAA strengthen its oversight of weather modification reporting, finding that the agency is not fully meeting its responsibilities. The report highlights significant errors in submitted reports and suggests improvements to data collection and public transparency.

National Angel Family Day Proclamation

The President proclaimed February 23, 2026, as National Angel Family Day to honor victims of illegal immigration and recommit to mass deportation efforts. The proclamation highlights specific cases and reiterates the administration's stance on border security and immigration enforcement.

New York Declares Disaster Emergency Due to Nor'easter

New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a disaster emergency effective February 22, 2026, due to a nor'easter impacting numerous counties. The order suspends certain statutes to facilitate response and recovery efforts, including waiving procurement processes and hours of service rules for utility restoration crews.

Ofcom Fines Porn Company £1.35m for Lack of Age Checks

Ofcom has fined pornographic company 8579 LLC £1.35 million for failing to implement effective age verification measures as required by the UK's Online Safety Act. The company also received a £50,000 fine for failing to respond to a legally binding information request. These actions underscore Ofcom's commitment to protecting children online.

EU Legislation and Notices - February 23, 2026

The EU published several legislative acts and decisions on February 23, 2026. These include implementing regulations concerning restrictive measures in Russia, amendments to active substance approvals for biocidal products, and a decision on Iceland's participation in the Union Space Programme.