Colorado Bill HB26-1145: Mobile Home Park Water Quality

Colorado Bill HB26-1145 amends existing law to authorize the Water Quality Control Division to require remediation of welfare-related water quality violations in mobile home parks. The bill also clarifies enforcement authority and introduces new penalty provisions for continuing violations.

Colorado Bill HB26-1101: Criminal Offenses for Critical Infrastructure Metals

Colorado Bill HB26-1101 introduces new criminal offenses related to the sale and possession of stolen critical infrastructure metals. The bill mandates specific payment methods and reporting requirements for dealers of such materials, aiming to deter theft and illicit trade.

Colorado Bill: Minor Motorcycle Instruction Permit Written Permission

Colorado Bill HB26-1079 proposes a new requirement for minors to obtain written permission from a parent or legal guardian before being issued a motorcycle instruction permit. This bill aims to enhance safety and parental oversight for young motorcycle riders.

Colorado Prohibits 3D Printing of Firearms and Components

Colorado HB26-1144 prohibits the manufacturing, possession with intent to manufacture, and distribution of digital instructions for 3D printing firearms and components. Violations are classified as a class 1 misdemeanor, escalating to a class 5 felony for subsequent offenses. This bill applies to individuals and entities not federally licensed to manufacture firearms.

Colorado Age Attestation for Computing Devices Bill

Colorado's SB26-051 proposes requiring operating system providers to implement an age attestation interface at account setup. This interface would signal a user's age bracket to applications, impacting how developers handle user data based on age. Violations could result in civil penalties.

Continue Microgrid Resilience Grant Program Indefinitely

Colorado House Bill HB26-1051 proposes to continue the microgrids for community resilience grant program indefinitely by removing its scheduled repeal date of September 1, 2026. This program provides grants to cooperative electric associations and municipally owned utilities for microgrid resources in eligible rural communities.

Colorado Energy & Carbon Management Statutes Bill

Colorado HB26-1303 proposes technical changes to existing energy and carbon management statutes. The bill has been introduced and is currently under consideration by the Colorado House of Representatives. The proposed changes aim to refine current regulations within the energy sector.

Colorado Bill Authorizing Disposal of Mineral Rights

Colorado Bill HB26-1304 proposes to grant History Colorado the authority to dispose of mineral rights, including specific rights in Weld County and West Virginia. The bill is currently in the 'Under Consideration' stage in the 2026 Regular Session.

Colorado Bill to Enhance Behavioral Health Access

Colorado Bill HB26-1305, introduced in the 2026 Regular Session, aims to enhance access to inpatient behavioral health services by aligning state and federal statutes. The bill is currently under consideration by the House Health & Human Services Committee.

Colorado Bill: Minors Digital Content Protections and Civil Remedies

Colorado Bill HB26-1058 establishes new requirements and civil remedies for minors featured in compensated digital content on online platforms, effective June 1, 2027. It mandates record-keeping, trust account provisions for minors' earnings, and prohibits the financial benefit from content created with intent to sexually gratify.

Traveling Animal Protection Act Environmental Education Program Bill

Colorado Bill HB26-1133 proposes to clarify requirements for an environmental education program conducted under the "Traveling Animal Protection Act." The bill defines "professional" for the purpose of conducting such programs, requiring specific environmental education accreditation or certification.

Colorado Bill Prohibits General Assembly Members Holding Other Elected Offices

Colorado Senate Bill 26-059, introduced for the 2026 Regular Session, proposes to prohibit members and members-elect of the general assembly from holding any other elected offices. The bill is currently under consideration.

Colorado Declares February 28 Rare Disease Day

The Colorado General Assembly has passed SJR26-014, officially declaring February 28, 2026, as Rare Disease Day in the state. This resolution aims to raise awareness and support for individuals affected by rare diseases.

Colorado Bill: Municipal Jail Standards and Custody Limits

Colorado Bill HB26-1039 proposes to require municipal jails to meet existing county jail standards and data collection requirements. The bill also limits the custody duration in municipal jails to 72 hours and includes specific provisions for pregnant individuals in labor.

Colorado Bill Prohibits Pet Store Dog and Cat Sales from 2027

Colorado HB26-1011 prohibits pet stores from selling or transferring ownership of dogs and cats beginning January 1, 2027. The bill defines 'broker' and outlines several exceptions, including sales by shelters, rescue organizations, and original breeders.

Colorado Bill Increases Patient Access to Behavioral Health Providers

Colorado Bill HB26-1002 aims to increase patient access to behavioral health providers by enhancing provider network participation, expediting credentialing, and reimbursing prelicensed providers. The bill also modifies clinical hour requirements for licensed clinical social workers.

BSCC Releases $125 Million for Illicit Cannabis Enforcement

The Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) has released $125 million in grant funding to support local governments in their efforts to combat illicit cannabis operations. This funding, part of a larger statewide initiative, aims to address public health and safety impacts associated with illegal cannabis activities.

CMA Subsidy Advice Unit reviews Green Heat Network Fund scheme

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) Subsidy Advice Unit (SAU) has accepted a request to review the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero's modified Green Heat Network Fund subsidy scheme. The SAU will provide advice on whether the scheme complies with subsidy control requirements, with a report due by April 10, 2026.

SEC Dismisses Civil Enforcement Action Against Vidul Prakash

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has dismissed its civil enforcement action against Vidul Prakash. The dismissal was filed via a joint stipulation with the defendant and is with prejudice, meaning the case cannot be refiled. The SEC cited the facts and circumstances of the case, including evidence developed in discovery, as the basis for its decision.

SEC v. Ofer Abarbanel - Fraud Orchestrator

The SEC announced a final consent judgment against Ofer Abarbanel, the alleged orchestrator of a $100 million fraudulent scheme involving two mutual funds. Abarbanel was permanently enjoined from future violations and ordered to pay disgorgement, offset by amounts already recovered and forfeited in a parallel criminal case.

US v. Munoz-Fontanez - Sentencing Appeal Affirmance

The First Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the sentence of Emanuel Munoz-Fontanez for possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. The court found no abuse of discretion in the district court's sentencing decision.

Coastal Capital LLC v. Savage - Bankruptcy Discharge Ruling

The First Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a bankruptcy court's decision to deny a discharge to debtors Steven and Virginia Savage. The court found that the debtors failed to satisfactorily explain the disposition of their assets, a requirement for obtaining a discharge in Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

Garcia Colon v. State Insurance Fund Corporation - Employment Retaliation

The First Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's denial of a permanent injunction and attorney fee award in a retaliation case. The court also addressed the stay of execution of a $300,000 judgment and attorney fees, finding that Puerto Rico law could not indefinitely delay federal judgment execution.

Da Silva-Queiroga v. Bondi - Immigration Asylum Petition

The First Circuit Court of Appeals denied a petition for review of a Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) order. The court affirmed the BIA's determination that the petitioner failed to demonstrate persecution, which is an essential element for asylum claims.

Ye v. Uber Technologies, Inc. - Civil Complaint

A civil complaint was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, case number 3:26-cv-01744, initiating a lawsuit by Lucy Ye against Uber Technologies, Inc. The filing includes the complaint and a proposed summons.

Linda Larson v. JustAnswer LLC - Civil Diversity Case

Linda Larson has filed a civil diversity case against JustAnswer LLC in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case was filed on February 27, 2026, with case number 3:26-cv-01679-JD. An initial case management scheduling order has been issued.

LS 687 v. Uber Technologies - Personal Injury Product Liability

LS 687 has filed a civil suit against Uber Technologies, Inc. and other defendants in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, Case Number 3:26-cv-01752, was filed on February 27, 2026, and is categorized as a Personal Injury Product Liability case.

Bibb v. Technical Education Services, Inc. - Civil Rights: Jobs

A civil case, Bibb v. Technical Education Services, Inc., was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a Notice of Removal from Alameda Superior Court, with a filing fee of $405.

Laborers Health Fund v. Doc's Mobile Service - ERISA Complaint

The Laborers Health and Welfare Trust Fund for Northern California has filed a complaint against Doc's Mobile Service in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, identified by docket number 4:26-cv-01749, concerns a breach of contract and seeks damages.

Nacarino v. Curtis International Ltd. - Other Fraud

A new civil case, Nacarino v. Curtis International Ltd., was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case is based on diversity jurisdiction and involves a claim of 'Other Fraud'. The initial filings include a complaint and a certificate of interested entities.

Ruby Grapes LLC v. UPS - Contract Case

Ruby Grapes LLC has filed a contract case against UPS and UPS Capital Insurance Agency, Inc. The case was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on February 27, 2026, with case number 3:26-cv-01743. The filing includes a Notice of Removal from Alameda Superior Court and a Certificate of Interested Entities.

M.A. v. US Government - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, M.A. v. United States of America (Federal Bureau of Prisons) et al, was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a complaint against the U.S. Government and includes motions for anonymity and to proceed before a U.S. Magistrate Judge.

I.S. v. US Bureau of Prisons - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, I.S. v. US Bureau of Prisons et al., was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case number is 3:26-cv-01741, and the initial filings include a complaint and motions related to maintaining plaintiff anonymity.

A.P. v. United States Bureau of Prisons - Civil Case

A new civil case, A.P. v. United States Bureau of Prisons, was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a complaint against the Federal Bureau of Prisons and other defendants, with a filing fee of $405.

Wiliams v. Monterey County Jail - Civil Case Filing

A civil case, Wiliams v. Monterey County Jail, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a prisoner's complaint regarding prison conditions, with a filing date of February 27, 2026. A notice was issued regarding the payment of filing fees.

AUO Corporation v. Trivale Technologies - Patent Case

AUO Corporation has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Trivale Technologies, LLC in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case was filed on February 27, 2026, with the case number 5:26-cv-01739.

De La Torre v. Stryker Employment Company, LLC - Civil Rights: Jobs

A new civil case, De La Torre v. Stryker Employment Company, LLC, was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a Notice of Removal from a state court, with Stryker Employment Company, LLC as the defendant.

Wang v. Immigrant Investor Program Office - Immigration

A new civil case, Wang v. Immigrant Investor Program Office et al., was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on February 27, 2026. The case involves 'Other Immigration Actions' and is classified as a civil case.

Jones et al v. City of Salinas et al - Civil Rights Complaint

A civil rights complaint has been filed against the City of Salinas and Jonathan Juarez in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, Jones et al v. City of Salinas et al, was filed on February 27, 2026, with docket number 5:26-cv-01754. The filing fee was $405.

Padilla v. Sanchez - Prisoner Civil Rights Case

A new civil case, Padilla v. Sanchez, was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a prisoner alleging violations under the Civil Rights Act and concerns prison conditions.

Shah v. Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P. - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Shah v. Edward D. Jones & Co., L.P., was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, bearing number 3:26-cv-01750, is based on a federal question and involves 'Other Statutory Actions'.

Rivera v. Pratt - Civil Rights Case

A new civil case, Rivera v. Pratt, was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves a notice of removal from Santa Cruz County Superior Court, with Pratt Corrugated Holdings, Inc. and Pratt (Robert Mann Packaging), LLC as the filing parties.

Haratyk v. Snapfish, LLC - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, Haratyk v. Snapfish, LLC, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on February 27, 2026. The case number is 5:26-cv-01753. The filing includes a complaint and associated civil cover sheet.

LS 686 v. Uber Technologies, Inc. - Personal Injury Product Liability

A new civil case, LS 686 v. Uber Technologies, Inc. et al, was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case is based on diversity jurisdiction and involves personal injury product liability. The initial filings include a complaint and proposed summons.

S.W. v. Uber Technologies Inc. et al - Personal Injury Product Liability

A civil case, S.W. v. Uber Technologies Inc. et al, was filed on February 27, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves claims of personal injury and product liability against Uber Technologies Inc. and its subsidiaries.

JA.S. v. Uber Technologies Inc. et al - Civil Case Filing

A new civil case, JA.S. v. Uber Technologies Inc. et al, has been filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, bearing number 3:26-cv-01745, was filed on February 27, 2026, and involves claims of personal injury and product liability.

Dartez et al v. Redwood Property Investors - Civil Rights Case

A new civil rights case, Dartez et al v. Redwood Property Investors III, LC et al, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on February 27, 2026. The complaint alleges violations related to civil rights in accommodations. The filing includes motions for leave to proceed in forma pauperis.

L.M. v. Jonathan Graham - Malicious Prosecution Appeal

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court's dismissal of a malicious prosecution claim brought by a minor, L.M., against Detective Jonathan Graham. The court found that L.M. failed to state a claim upon which relief could be granted, upholding the lower court's decision.

US v. Todd Giffen - Civil Commitment Appeal

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed in part and affirmed in part a lower court's order concerning Todd Michael Giffen's civil commitment. The court found it lacked jurisdiction over the denial of a motion to substitute counsel but affirmed the denial of a discharge hearing, upholding the civil commitment.

Beltway Paving Company v. Pruco Life Insurance Company - Insurance Beneficiary Dispute

The Fourth Circuit affirmed a lower court's decision in an unpublished opinion regarding a dispute over a $1 million life insurance policy beneficiary. The court found that the policy owner's business associate, not the business itself, was the rightful beneficiary as designated.