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Samsung Agrees to Data Privacy Deal with Texas AG

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has secured an agreement with Samsung Electronics America, Inc. requiring express consumer consent before collecting Automated Content Recognition (ACR) data from smart TVs. Samsung must update its smart TVs with clear disclosures and consent screens for Texans.

California AG Defends Birthright Citizenship at Supreme Court

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, leading a coalition of 24 state AGs, filed an amicus brief in Trump v. Barbara at the U.S. Supreme Court. The brief defends birthright citizenship against a Trump administration executive order that sought to end it for children born in the U.S. to immigrant parents.

California AG Settles with Property Manager for Tenant Protection Violations

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a settlement with Redding property management company Property Upsurge for violating tenant protection laws. The company will pay $750,000 in tenant relief and debt relief, plus $50,000 in civil penalties, and must implement compliance measures.

NY AG Sues Valve for Illegal Gambling via Loot Boxes

New York Attorney General Letitia James has sued Valve Corporation, a video game developer, for allegedly promoting illegal gambling through its popular games like Counter-Strike 2. The lawsuit claims that Valve's in-game 'loot box' feature violates New York's gambling laws and seeks to stop the practice and impose fines.

Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026

Congress has enacted the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, providing funding for various government departments and agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. The act details appropriations across multiple divisions, including Defense, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, Financial Services, and National Security.

Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act of 2025

The Bankruptcy Administration Improvement Act of 2025, enacted on February 6, 2026, amends titles 11 and 28 of the US Code. It modifies compensation for chapter 7 bankruptcy trustees and extends the term of temporary bankruptcy judge offices.

Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act

Congress has enacted the Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act, Public Law 119-77, effective February 10, 2026. The Act amends the Social Security Act to improve coordination between federal and state agencies and the Do Not Pay working system to prevent improper payments to deceased individuals.

Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act Enacted

Congress has enacted the Semiquincentennial Congressional Time Capsule Act, establishing a time capsule to commemorate the United States' semiquincentennial. The Architect of the Capitol is tasked with its creation, with contents to be determined by congressional leadership.

Congress Disapproves D.C. Tax Conformity Act

The US Congress has disapproved the D.C. Income and Franchise Tax Conformity and Revision Temporary Amendment Act of 2025. This joint resolution, passed by both the House and Senate, nullifies the action taken by the District of Columbia Council.

Solonitsyn et al v. Rubio et al - Mandamus Case Filing

A new civil case, Solonitsyn et al v. Rubio et al, was filed on February 23, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case is based on a Federal Question and seeks a Writ of Mandamus. Recent filings include the petition and proposed summons.