NEH General Operating Support Grants for Humanities Councils

The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is accepting applications for General Operating Support Grants for State and Jurisdictional Humanities Councils. The application deadline is April 6, 2026, with award amounts ranging from $1.7 million to $56 million.

EPA Wetland Program Development Grants for State, Tribal, Local Agencies

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 6 is offering Wetland Program Development Grants (WPDGs) to state, Tribal, territory, and local government agencies. The grants aim to support the development and refinement of programs that protect, manage, and restore wetlands, with a total award amount of $2,468,000.

Region 7 Wetland Program Development Grants

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 7 has announced its Fiscal Year 2025 Wetland Program Development Grants. The program aims to assist state, Tribal, territory, and local government agencies in developing or refining wetland protection and management programs. The total award amount is $1,857,000, with applications due by April 6, 2026.

Region 5 Wetland Program Development Grants

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the Region 5 Fiscal Year 2025 Wetland Program Development Grants. This funding opportunity aims to assist state, Tribal, and local government agencies in developing or refining programs that protect, manage, and restore wetlands. The application deadline is April 6, 2026, with expected awards totaling $2,962,000.

Grant Opportunity: Countering Cartel Recruitment in Mexico

The Bureau of International Narcotics-Law Enforcement has announced a grant opportunity to fund projects aimed at reducing recruitment by organized crime groups in Mexico. The initiative seeks to disrupt criminal networks and enhance regional stability, with an expected award range of $1,000,000 to $1,500,000.

EPA FY25 Region 4 Wetlands Program Grants

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the availability of FY25 Region 4 Wetlands Program Development Grants. These grants, totaling $3,946,000, aim to assist state, Tribal, and local government agencies in developing or refining programs that protect, manage, and restore wetlands. The application deadline is April 6, 2026.

Indian Highway Safety Grant Deadline Extended

The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) has extended the application deadline for the Indian Highway Safety Grant to April 3, 2026. This grant aims to reduce traffic crashes, deaths, and injuries within tribal populations and is available to federally recognized tribes.

NIH Chemical Synthesis and Optimization Facility for Product Development

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a funding opportunity (PAR-23-193) for a Chemical Synthesis and Optimization Facility to support product development in contraception and reproductive health. The opportunity is open to various entities, including small businesses, educational institutions, and tribal governments, with a closing date of April 3, 2026.

AFCP 2026 Grant Cycle for Cultural Heritage Stewardship

The U.S. Mission to Georgia is accepting grant proposals for the Ambassador's Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2026 cycle, commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence. The program prioritizes projects that involve technical exchange between U.S. and Georgian counterparts and highlight historical ties.

Court affirms divorce decree, spousal and child support, property division

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals affirmed a family court's amended divorce decree, including decisions on spousal and child support, and property division. The court found no abuse of discretion in the family court's calculations and application of relevant laws.

ACC Chlorine Panel comment supporting Carbon Tetrachloride Extension

The American Chemistry Council (ACC) Chlorine Panel submitted a comment supporting an extension for compliance with regulations concerning carbon tetrachloride. This comment is part of a public consultation process managed by the EPA.

EPA Cancels Pesticide Registrations Voluntarily Requested by Registrant

The EPA has issued an order canceling specific pesticide registrations, as voluntarily requested by the registrants. This action follows a prior notice and comment period where no substantive objections were raised, and the registrants did not withdraw their requests. The cancellations are effective March 27, 2026.

Economic analysis of carbon tetrachloride regulation under TSCA

The EPA has released an economic analysis concerning the regulation of carbon tetrachloride under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). This document is available for public review and comment.

EPA Letter to Ute Mountain Ute Tribe on Class VI Program

The EPA has issued a letter to the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe regarding their Class VI Underground Injection Control (UIC) program. This notice provides information and guidance related to the tribe's program for carbon capture and sequestration.

EPA Receives Pesticide Registration and Emergency Exemption Application

The EPA has received an application from the USDA to register a new pesticide, NovoFly, for use in Sterile Insect Technique programs. The agency is also reviewing a Section 18 quarantine emergency exemption request for the same pesticide. While the comment period for the emergency exemption is waived due to urgency, public comments are being solicited for the Section 3 product registration application.

EPA Notice on Environmental Impact Statements Availability

The EPA has published its weekly receipt of Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) filed between March 16 and March 23, 2026. This notice includes draft and final EISs from various agencies, such as the NRC and NNSA, and provides contact information and comment periods for specific environmental reviews.

NovoFly Genetically Engineered Screwworm Application

The Environmental Protection Agency has posted an application for the NovoFly genetically engineered screwworm. This notice provides public access to the application for review and comment.

Perchloroethylene Risk Evaluation

The EPA has posted a risk evaluation for Perchloroethylene, dated March 27, 2026. This evaluation is part of the agency's ongoing efforts to assess chemical risks under TSCA.

EPA Pesticide Registration and Emergency Exemption Notice

The EPA has received an application from the USDA to register a new pesticide product, NovoFly, containing a genetically engineered New World screwworm. The agency is also reviewing a Section 18 emergency exemption request for the same pesticide. Public comment is being solicited in conjunction with the Section 3 product registration application.

Proposed Rule Withdrawn: Toxic Substances Act Compliance Date Extensions

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has withdrawn a proposed rule concerning compliance date extensions under the Toxic Substances Control Act. The withdrawal was due to an administrative error where the document was not initially filed with the correct Federal Register Number (FRN) in the docket.

EPA Chlorine Panel Discusses CTC Final Rule Challenges

The EPA's Chlorine Panel met to discuss challenges related to the final rule on Chlorpyrifos (CTC). This notice summarizes the discussion points and does not introduce new regulatory requirements or deadlines.

AIA Comment Supports Perchloroethylene (PCE) Extension Under TSCA

The American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) has submitted a comment to the EPA supporting an extension for Perchloroethylene (PCE) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). The comment focuses on the need for additional time to address specific concerns related to PCE.

EPA Letter to Navajo Nation on Colorado UIC Class VI Program

The EPA has issued a letter to the Navajo Nation regarding its Underground Injection Control (UIC) Class VI program for carbon dioxide sequestration. The letter addresses specific aspects of the program and provides clarification on certain requirements.

EPA Orders Cancellation of Certain Pesticide Registrations

The EPA has issued an order canceling certain pesticide registrations, as voluntarily requested by the registrants. This action follows a prior notice and comment period where no substantive objections were raised. The cancellations are effective March 27, 2026.

EPA Pesticide Registration Notice and Comment Request for USDA Application

The EPA has received an application from the USDA to register a new pesticide product, NovoFly, and a Section 18 quarantine emergency exemption request. The agency is soliciting public comment on the Section 3 product registration application, while waiving the comment period for the emergency exemption due to its urgent nature.

MPRSA Research Permit for Carboniferous Inc. Project

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a research permit under the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act (MPRSA) to Carboniferous Inc. for a specific project. This notice provides details on the permit and the project it authorizes.

Proposed Section 18 Label NovoFly for Screwworm

The EPA has issued a proposed rule for a Section 18 label for the pesticide NovoFly to control the invasive screwworm. This proposal seeks public comment on the potential use of this product for specific pest control applications.

Economic Analysis of Perchloroethylene Regulation

The EPA has posted an economic analysis related to the proposed regulation of Perchloroethylene under TSCA Section 6(a). This analysis, dated July 2023, is associated with RIN 2070-AK82 and is intended to inform the regulatory process for this chemical.

EPA Addendum for Coronado Generating Station Evaporation Pond Analysis

The Environmental Protection Agency has posted an addendum related to the evaporation pond analysis for the Coronado Generating Station. This document is part of an ongoing review process and provides additional information for public consideration.

Chemours Comment Supporting CTC Extension

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has posted a comment from Chemours supporting an extension for the Chemical Transition Rule (CTC). This document is a submission related to an ongoing regulatory process.

Proposed Rule: Extend TSCA Compliance Dates for PCE and CTC

The EPA is proposing to extend compliance dates for perchloroethylene (PCE) and carbon tetrachloride (CTC) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). The proposed extensions affect initial monitoring, exposure limits, regulated areas, and exposure control plans for non-federal entities, aligning them with federal agency deadlines.

EPA Tribal Consultation Summary for Research Project

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a notice summarizing its tribal consultation process for a research project. This document outlines the engagement undertaken with tribal nations regarding the project's scope and potential impacts.

Endangered Species Act Consultation for Carboniferous Inc. Project

The EPA has issued a notice regarding an Endangered Species Act consultation for the Carboniferous Inc. project. This document is part of the regulatory review process for the project's environmental impact.

EPA Fact Sheet for MPRSA Research Permit

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a fact sheet regarding a research permit under the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act (MPRSA). This document provides information about the permit and its associated research activities.

Jamin Leigh Miller Sentenced for Sexual Abuse of a Minor

The Alaska Department of Law announced that Jamin Leigh Miller was sentenced to 25 years and 6 months in prison for sexual abuse of a minor. He pleaded guilty to two counts and will be on probation for 20 years and must register as a sex offender for life.

Measles Outbreak Update: 997 Cases Total, No New Cases Reported

The South Carolina Department of Public Health reported no new measles cases since Tuesday, maintaining the Upstate outbreak total at 997 cases. The department noted that 42 days without new cases are required to declare the outbreak over, with the potential end date set for April 26 if no further cases arise.

State v. Stearns - Convictions for Murder and Rape Affirmed

The Washington Supreme Court affirmed convictions for murder and rape in State v. Stearns. The court provided further guidance on the admissibility of prior misconduct evidence under ER 404(b), clarifying the test for common scheme or plan.

State v. Krause - Severance Denial in Rape Charges Reversed

The Washington Supreme Court reversed a Court of Appeals decision in State v. Krause, concluding the trial court did not abuse its discretion in denying severance of rape charges. The court found that severance was not required to promote a fair determination of guilt or innocence for each offense.

State v. Harris - Criminal Appeal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals has issued an opinion in the case of State v. Harris, with docket number CAAP-23-0000748. The opinion was dated March 27, 2026, and no known citations or authorities were listed.

Kona Scenic Land, Inc. v. Estate of Benjamin Nihi

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals issued a decision in the case of Kona Scenic Land, Inc. v. Estate of Benjamin Nihi. The docket number for this case is CAAP-26-0000037. No specific citations or authorities were listed as being directly impacted by this ruling.

P.H. v. D.Y. - Appeal Dismissed as Moot

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals has dismissed the appeal in P.H. v. D.Y. (Docket No. CAAP-22-0000350) as moot. The dismissal follows a review of the record and responses to orders to show cause and for supplemental briefing.

Boomlets LLC v. Otherside LLC - Judgment Affirmed

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals affirmed a judgment against Otherside LLC, This Side LLC, Peter Nascarella, and Kelly Nascarella. The appeal stemmed from a circuit court's final judgment in favor of Boomlets LLC, concerning allegations of improper fund diversion from Otherside LLC.

Parris v. 3M Company - Court Rules on PFAS Expert Testimony

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia ruled on motions to exclude expert testimony in the Parris v. 3M Company case concerning PFAS contamination. The court denied one motion entirely and granted in part and denied in part another, impacting the admissibility of expert evidence in this Clean Water Act action.

EU and CPTPP Discuss Trade, Security at WTO Conference

The European Union and CPTPP member countries met at the WTO Ministerial Conference on March 27, 2026, to discuss strengthening the rules-based trading system and reforming the WTO. They reaffirmed commitments to incorporate electronic commerce and investment facilitation agreements into the WTO framework and address market-distorting practices.

USA v. Myers - Criminal Restitution Dispute

The Ninth Circuit issued an amended opinion affirming a district court's order to turn over funds from a defendant's inmate trust account to satisfy a restitution obligation under the Mandatory Victims Restitution Act (MVRA). The court held that the MVRA applies to substantial aggregated sums from multiple sources, not just one-time windfalls.

Fifth Circuit Opinion: Detainee Pregnancy Medical Care Case

The Fifth Circuit affirmed a district court's summary judgment in favor of a jail's Medical Director, Dr. Aaron Shaw, in a lawsuit alleging denial of medical care to a pregnant pretrial detainee. The court found the detainee failed to show Shaw had subjective knowledge of a substantial risk of serious harm.

Fifth Circuit Opinion on Wrongful Death Beneficiaries Appeal

The Fifth Circuit affirmed a district court's denial of qualified immunity to two police officers in a wrongful death lawsuit. The court found that the officers' actions in shooting the fleeing suspect constituted a clearly established Fourth Amendment violation, allowing the case to proceed to trial.

Federal Register Volume 91, Issue 59

The Government Publishing Office has issued Volume 91, Issue 59 of the Federal Register on March 27, 2026. This publication serves as a notice of official government proceedings and regulatory updates.

Federal Register XML for March 27, 2026

The Government Publishing Office (GPO) has released the Federal Register XML file for March 27, 2026. This notice provides access to the official publication of federal agency rules, proposed rules, and notices for that specific date.

Federal Register XML Metadata

The Government Publishing Office has released XML metadata for the Federal Register publication dated March 27, 2026. This metadata is intended to facilitate access and programmatic use of the Federal Register content.