Wisconsin AB24 - County Sheriff Federal Immigration Assistance Vetoed

Wisconsin Assembly Bill AB24 was vetoed by Governor Tony Evers on April 3, 2026. The bill would have created Wisconsin Statutes 59.28(3) and 79.039(1g), establishing a framework for county sheriffs to assist with certain federal immigration enforcement functions. Sponsored by 42 Republican legislators, the bill was subject to extensive Senate amendment activity before ultimately being vetoed, preserving the status quo for Wisconsin law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration authorities.

Constitution Pipeline Late Intervention Denied

FERC issued a formal notice denying a late intervention request by Constitution Pipeline Company, LLC in proceedings under dockets CP13-499 and CP18-5. The denial relates to the company's gas pipeline project applications. No compliance obligations or penalties are imposed on the general public.

Draft EIS Sabine Pass Stage 5 Expansion Project Notice of Availability

FERC issued a Notice of Availability for a Draft Environmental Impact Statement concerning Sabine Pass Liquefaction, LLC's proposed Stage 5 Expansion Project. The Draft EIS evaluates potential environmental impacts from expanding LNG liquefaction capacity at the existing Sabine Pass facility in Cameron Parish, Louisiana. Comments on the Draft EIS will be accepted through the process established in the document.

Constitution Pipeline Scoping Notice - Environmental Comments

FERC has issued a notice opening a 30-day scoping period for comments on environmental issues related to the proposed Constitution Pipeline and Wright Interconnect Projects. The projects involve pipeline construction and interconnection facilities under dockets CP13-499 and CP13-502. Interested parties may submit comments on environmental concerns, alternatives, and impacts for Commission consideration.

Combined Notice of Filings - Gas Sector

FERC issued a combined notice of filings for the gas sector on April 3, 2026. The notice announces receipt of filings in dockets RP26-747 and RP26-748. This is a routine informational notification listing gas sector filings received by the Commission.

Combined Filings Notice - Electric Sector Dockets

FERC issued a Combined Notice of Filings listing multiple electric sector dockets received on April 3, 2026. The notice covers 44 dockets including ongoing rate proceedings (ER10-1874, ER19-9, ER18-97) and new filings in the ER26 series. This is a routine administrative notice providing public notice of filings received by the Commission.

Section 206 Proceeding Notice - New Brunswick Energy Marketing

FERC issued a formal notice instituting a Section 206 proceeding under Docket EL26-50 to examine the rates, terms, and conditions of service of New Brunswick Energy Marketing Corporation. The refund effective date has been established. This is a standard regulatory proceeding initiation notice rather than an enforcement action.

Kansas HB2702 physician assistant license bill signed

Kansas HB2702 physician assistant license bill signed

Insurer Response Requirements and Rebate Pilot Program Duration

Kansas SB23 requires insurance agents and insurers to respond to inquiries from the commissioner of insurance within 14 calendar days. The bill also authorizes certain rebate pilot programs to exceed one year in duration. The legislation passed both chambers with strong bipartisan support and has been enrolled for presentation to the Governor.

Insurance Benefit Assignment Prohibition

Kansas SB55 was signed into law, prohibiting the assignment of benefits under certain property and casualty insurance contracts. The bill classifies such assignments as an unfair method of competition and an unfair or deceptive act or practice under Kansas insurance law. The legislation passed unanimously in both chambers.