OCC Announces Enforcement Actions for March 2026

The OCC has announced its enforcement actions for March 2026, including an Order of Prohibition against a former bank employee for unauthorized withdrawals totaling over $19,000. The OCC also terminated four prior enforcement actions against financial institutions.

OCC Announces Enforcement Actions Terminations for February 2026

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) announced the termination of five formal agreements with banks in February 2026. These terminations indicate that the banks have demonstrated compliance with their respective enforcement actions or that the terms have become outdated.

OCC Announces January 2026 Enforcement Actions

The OCC announced its January 2026 enforcement actions, including an Order of Prohibition against a Wells Fargo employee for embezzling over $800,000. The OCC also terminated several enforcement actions against Clear Fork Bank, Dearborn FSB, The Fairfield National Bank, Mission National Bank, and The Upstate National Bank.

PCAOB 2025 Inspection Report: Deloitte Netherlands

The PCAOB has issued its 2025 inspection report for Deloitte Accountants B.V. in the Netherlands, detailing observations on audits of issuers and the firm's system of quality control. The report identifies instances of non-compliance with PCAOB standards and rules, including unsupported audit opinions and issues related to independence.

PCAOB 2025 Inspection Report of KPMG Ireland

The PCAOB has released its 2025 inspection report for KPMG Ireland, detailing observations from audits of issuers and elements of the firm's quality control system. The report, issued on February 9, 2026, follows an inspection conducted in cooperation with the Irish Auditing and Accounting Supervisory Authority.

PCAOB 2025 Inspection Report for Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC

The PCAOB has released its 2025 inspection report for Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC, detailing observations from the audit of an issuer and elements of the firm's quality control system. The report, issued on February 9, 2026, follows a risk-based approach and notes that portions of the full report are omitted to comply with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.

PCAOB 2025 Inspection Report for KPMG Hong Kong

The PCAOB has released its 2025 inspection report for KPMG Hong Kong, assessing the firm's compliance with auditing standards for issuer audits. The report, issued on January 29, 2026, details observations related to unsupported opinions, non-compliance with PCAOB standards, and quality control elements.

PCAOB 2025 Inspection Report for L J Soldinger Associates, LLC

The PCAOB has released its 2025 inspection report for L J Soldinger Associates, LLC, detailing findings related to issuer audits and the firm's quality control system. The report identifies instances of non-compliance with PCAOB standards and rules, including issues with unsupported audit opinions and independence concerns.

Colorado Bill Changes March 31 Holiday Name to Farm Workers Day

A bill introduced in the Colorado Legislature proposes to change the name of the voluntary legal holiday observed on March 31 from 'Cesar Chavez Day' to 'Farm Workers Day'. The bill is currently under consideration.

Colorado Bill Prohibits Price/Wage Setting Using Surveillance Data

A Colorado bill, HB26-1210, proposes to prohibit the use of surveillance data to set individualized prices for consumers or wages for workers. The bill defines surveillance data and automated decision systems, and allows for civil actions and penalties for violations, classifying them as deceptive trade practices.