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Colorado Bill SB26-074: Clarifies Construction Bond Claim Penalty

Colorado bill SB26-074 proposes to clarify the penalty for contractors who knowingly file excessive claims on public construction performance bonds. The bill aims to align the penalties for public and private construction contractors regarding excessive bond or lien claims.

Colorado Bill Increases Traffic Violation Penalties

Colorado Bill SB26-035 proposes to increase penalties for certain traffic violations, including illegal overtaking and multiple speeding offenses within specified periods. The bill also clarifies no-passing zone indicators and mandates the prioritization of signage for high-incident areas.

CMA Consumer Forum Terms of Reference Published

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published the terms of reference for its Consumer Forum. This forum brings together the CMA and UK consumer representative organisations to ensure consumer perspectives are central to the CMA's work.

CMA Consumer Forum Meeting Notes Published

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published the meeting notes from its Consumer Forum held on 10 February 2026. These notes document discussions aimed at ensuring consumer perspectives are integrated into the CMA's ongoing work.

FTC Proposed Rule on Deceptive Rental Housing Fees

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed a new rule to prohibit unfair or deceptive practices related to rental housing fees. This proposal aims to protect consumers from misleading fee disclosures by landlords and property management companies.

FTC Proposes Rule on Negative Option Plans and Recurring Payments

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proposed a new rule concerning the use of prenotification negative option plans and recurring payment practices. This proposal aims to provide clearer guidelines and protections for consumers regarding subscription services and automatic renewals.

Presidential Proclamation on Countering Cartel Criminal Activity

President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation committing the United States and its allies to demolishing criminal cartels and foreign terrorist organizations in the Western Hemisphere. The proclamation outlines a strategy to coordinate efforts, deprive organizations of resources, and train partner nation militaries.

EU Commission Implementing Regulations on Feed Additives and Agricultural Prices

The European Commission has issued several implementing regulations amending existing rules on fixing representative prices in the poultrymeat and egg sectors, and authorizing new feed additives. These regulations update authorizations for various feed additives and adjust pricing mechanisms for certain agricultural products.

EU Official Journal L Series Daily View - March 13, 2026

The EU Official Journal L series for March 13, 2026, includes new regulations and decisions. Notably, a Commission Implementing Regulation registers the geographical indication 'Kilichi du Niger' (PGI), and a Council Decision addresses the scheduling of substances under international drug conventions.

Steel Concrete Reinforcing Bar from Bulgaria: Preliminary Determination

The International Trade Administration has issued a preliminary affirmative determination regarding steel concrete reinforcing bar from Bulgaria, finding sales at less than fair value. This notice also postpones the final determination and extends provisional measures.