$1M Apprenticeship Grants for Texas Healthcare Workforce

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) and Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) announced $1 million in apprenticeship grant funding to support healthcare workforce development in Texas. Through this partnership, $500,000 will be available in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to support the creation or expansion of healthcare apprenticeship programs under the Disproportionate Share Hospital (DSH) Program.

Solvency II Supervisory Reporting and Disclosure ITS Amendments

EIOPA published a final report containing draft amendments to two Implementing Technical Standards (ITS) governing supervisory reporting and public disclosure requirements under Solvency II. The amendments incorporate changes from the Solvency II review and align with the European Commission's initiative to reduce administrative burden by at least 25% across all sectors and 35% for SMEs. The report includes revised guidelines on reporting for financial stability purposes and on supervision of third-country insurance undertaking branches.

SEC raises performance fee thresholds, impacts investment advisers

SEC raises performance fee thresholds, impacts investment advisers

SEC and CFTC Joint Crypto Asset Taxonomy Guidance

The SEC and CFTC jointly issued interpretive guidance establishing a five-category taxonomy for crypto assets: digital commodities, digital collectibles, digital tools, stablecoins, and digital securities. This marks the SEC's first formal Commission-level guidance defining which crypto assets are securities and which are not. The guidance provides a framework for evaluating crypto asset activities under federal securities and commodities laws.

RBI penalty, ₹3 lakh, Nagar Sahakari Bank, Etawah

RBI penalty, ₹3 lakh, Nagar Sahakari Bank, Etawah

India International Trade in Services Statistics February 2026

The Reserve Bank of India released February 2026 monthly data on international trade in services. Services exports (receipts) totaled US$34.7 billion, representing 9.7% year-over-year growth, while services imports (payments) were US$16.9 billion, up 16.2% from the prior year period.

India's International Investment Position (IIP) - December 2025

The Reserve Bank of India released India's International Investment Position data for end-December 2025. Net claims of non-residents on India declined by $10.9 billion from end-September 2025, standing at $260.5 billion. The decline was driven by a $12.8 billion increase in Indian residents' overseas financial assets, exceeding the $1.9 billion rise in foreign-owned assets in India.

India's Invisibles Data for Q3 October-December 2025-26

The Reserve Bank of India released Q3 2025-26 Invisibles data covering October-December 2025, formatted according to the IMF's Balance of Payments and International Investment Position Manual (BPM6). This statistical release provides India's data on invisibles (services, income, and current transfers) for the quarter. Press Release: 2025-2026/2355.

Scheduled Commercial Bank Lending and Deposit Rates

The Reserve Bank of India released March 2026 data on scheduled commercial bank lending and deposit rates. WALR on fresh rupee loans declined to 8.44% in February 2026 from 8.49% in January 2026. WALR on outstanding rupee loans decreased to 9.00% from 9.04%, while the 1-Year median MCLR fell to 8.40% in March 2026 from 8.45% in February 2026. Deposit rates also moderated marginally.

RBI imposes monetary penalty on Davanagere co-operative bank

The Reserve Bank of India imposed a monetary penalty of ₹1.50 lakh on The Davanagere District Central Co-operative Bank Limited, Karnataka for violations of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 and non-compliance with KYC directions. The penalty addresses three specific violations identified during a statutory inspection conducted by NABARD.

RBI imposes monetary penalty on Airtel Payments Bank for disclosure non-compliance

The Reserve Bank of India imposed a monetary penalty of ₹31.80 lakh (approximately USD 38,000) on Airtel Payments Bank Limited for non-compliance with RBI directions on 'Disclosure in Financial Statements'. The penalty stems from the bank's failure to disclose certain complaints in its annual financial statements for FY 2024-25, as identified during the Statutory Inspection for Supervisory Evaluation (ISE 2025).

Audiology Soundproof Booth Procurement - Warrington NHS Hospital Trust

Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has awarded a contract to IAC Acoustic Company UK Ltd. for £69,817 (excluding VAT) to supply and install an audiology soundproof booth at Warrington Hospital. The contract runs from 19 March 2026 to 30 September 2026, awarded under the 'Below threshold - without competition' procedure.

Space Technology Solutions Contract Award to ROKE MANOR RESEARCH

Crown Commercial Service awarded a space technology solutions contract to ROKE MANOR RESEARCH LIMITED under the Procurement Act 2023. The supplier was added to 52 procurement categories covering PNT (Positioning, Navigation, and Timing) technology, cryptographic services, AI and data analytics, and space domain awareness. The notice confirms the modification date and contracting authority details.

Contract Award for Re-roofing Grade II Listed Building Dalston

Find a Tender published a contract award notice for Dalston Parish Council's Grade II listed building re-roofing project. Brian Hetherington Limited was awarded the contract valued at £41,763 including VAT. The contract falls below the relevant procurement threshold.

SEND Transport Services Contract Award

Surrey County Council awarded a £45,952.57 contract for SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) transport services to XPERT CARS. The contract was awarded under an open procurement procedure with 22 tenders received. The contract was concluded on 30 March 2026.

Dorset Council maintenance tender, £44.4M, deadline 30th Mar

Dorset Council maintenance tender, £44.4M, deadline 30th Mar

Used Oil Transporter Cited for Operating Without a Permit

The Hawai'i Department of Health issued a Notice of Violation and Order (NOVO) against Unitek Solvent Services, Inc. for operating used oil facilities without required permits at four locations across O'ahu, Kaua'i, Maui, and Hawai'i Island. The company was assessed a penalty of $116,250 for nine violations including failure to renew permits, obtain EPA ID numbers, and submit annual used oil reports. Unitek has 20 days to respond to the order.

Texas Court Vacates FinCEN Real Estate Reporting Rule

A federal district court in Texas vacated FinCEN's Residential Real Estate Rule, which had taken effect on March 1, 2026. The court held that FinCEN exceeded its statutory authority under the Bank Secrecy Act when enacting the rule requiring federal reporting of certain non-financed residential real estate transactions involving legal entities or trusts. FinCEN has updated its website to confirm that filing real estate reports is no longer required at this time.

Federal Reserve, OCC, FDIC release revised Basel III Endgame reproposal

Federal Reserve, OCC, FDIC release revised Basel III Endgame reproposal

EuGH rejects shareholder defense using Art. 13 EuInsVO

The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) issued ruling C-43/25 (SML Maschinen) on March 19, 2026, clarifying that Article 13 of the EU Insolvency Regulation (2000/n.F.) cannot be invoked by recipients of shareholder loan repayments to defend against an insolvency administrator's recovery claim when the claim serves enforcement of statutory subordination under insolvency law. The ruling confirms that German insolvency law provisions apply regardless of contractual choice-of-law provisions favoring foreign law.

USGS grant for non-native species biosurveillance research

The USGS has issued a funding opportunity (G26AS00095) offering up to $171,003 for research developing early detection and rapid response (EDRR) strategies to model first records of non-native species for biosurveillance purposes. Eligible applicants must be participating partners of the Hawaii-Pacific Islands Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit. Applications are due April 30, 2026.

Cooperative Agreement for Mercury Fish Data Research - California CESU Partner

The U.S. Geological Survey issued a funding opportunity for a California CESU partner to collect mercury methylation data in freshwater environments. The $270,000 maximum cooperative agreement aims to help reduce mercury concentrations in recreational and sports fish in hydroelectric reservoirs, managed wetlands, and lakes.

Freedom 250 Bangladesh Public Engagement Initiative

The U.S. Department of State's U.S. Mission to Bangladesh has issued a grant notice (Assistance Listings 19.040) for the Freedom 250 Public Engagement Initiative, celebrating 250 years of American liberty. The cooperative agreement will fund small-scale public engagement activities in Bangladesh through December 31, 2026, with individual awards ranging from $5,000 to $24,990. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, educational institutions, and individuals. Applications must be submitted by April 30, 2026.

Educational Opportunity Centers Program (EOC) Grant

The U.S. Department of Education, Office of Postsecondary Education, published a discretionary grant funding opportunity for the Educational Opportunity Centers Program (EOC) on Grants.gov. The TRIO EOC program provides information about financial and academic assistance for individuals seeking postsecondary education, assists with admission applications, and improves financial literacy of participants. Total program funding is $52,611,659 with 55 expected awards ranging from $238,000 to $3,000,000 each.

BJS National Prison Rape Statistics Program Assessment Funding Opportunity

The Bureau of Justice Statistics announced a cooperative agreement opportunity of up to $500,000 for an assessment of the National Prison Rape Statistics Program. The assessment will review 20 years of PREA-related data collections covering prisons, jails, and juvenile justice facilities, consult stakeholders, and develop recommendations for improving data utility while minimizing provider burden. Applications close May 4, 2026.

Advancing Global Health Grant Program

The Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy (GHSD) at the Department of State issued an Annual Program Statement (APS) for the Advancing Global Health initiative under PEPFAR (Assistance Listing 19.029). The program supports the America First Global Health Strategy through supplemental funding frameworks. Eligible applicants may submit Statements of Interest for specific Addenda addressing global health priorities. Funding ranges from $500,000 to $250 million, with applications closing February 14, 2027.

Vertical Integration in Healthcare Provider Markets

The ABA Antitrust Law Section released a podcast episode featuring Dr. Zack Cooper of Yale University discussing vertical integration in healthcare provider markets. The episode examines the competitive implications of hospitals and insurers acquiring physician practices, home health providers, and nursing facilities. This is an informational educational resource for legal and compliance professionals.

Senior Associate Mentorship Programs in Large Law Firms

The American Bar Association published guidance on leveraging senior associates as mentors for junior lawyers in large law firms. The article emphasizes the unique position of senior associates to provide empathetic, practical mentorship that bridges formal training and day-to-day practice realities. Key benefits outlined include reduced learning curves, increased junior associate confidence, and improved work product quality.

Microsoft Word Table of Authorities Feature for Legal Briefs

The American Bar Association published a tutorial on using Microsoft Word's Table of Authorities (TOA) feature to automate citation management in legal briefs. The guide walks through marking citations, categorizing sources (cases, statutes, treatises), and inserting and updating the TOA. No compliance obligations or deadlines apply.

RBI releases NGNF public limited companies financial data

RBI releases NGNF public limited companies financial data

Capital Market Exposure Amendment Directions Deferred to July 2026

The Reserve Bank of India has deferred the implementation of Amendment Directions on Capital Market Exposures by three months from April 1, 2026 to July 1, 2026. The deferral follows stakeholder representations citing operational and interpretational issues. The RBI has also issued clarifications on acquisition finance, loan caps against securities, and credit facilities to capital market intermediaries.

Mecca Companies Pay Infringement Notices for Late Financial Reports

Three Mecca group companies paid $594,000 in ASIC infringement notices for failing to lodge FY24 audited financial reports on time. Mecca Brands Pty Ltd, Mecca Brands NZ Pty Ltd, and RTCH Pty Ltd each paid $198,000. ASIC's enforcement action highlights that large proprietary companies must meet their financial reporting obligations, with non-lodgement identified as a 2026 enforcement priority.

Foreign Trade Regulations Streamlining

The Bureau of the Census issued a final rule amending 15 CFR part 30 to streamline foreign trade regulations by consolidating and removing redundant cross-references and restatements of other authorities. The rule consolidates the general language of §30.19 into §30.15 and removes §§30.16, 30.17, and 30.18, which merely cross-referenced other export control and licensing requirements. The rule takes effect March 30, 2026.

NCUA Launches Streamlined Charter System Phase 1

The NCUA announced the launch of Phase 1 of a streamlined online charter application system, focusing on preliminary approval of a proposed credit union's field of membership. The system is part of a multi-phase effort to modernize credit union chartering, with a fully automated system expected in 2027. The December 2024 NCUA Board approved $2 million for system development.

Weekly Utility Filings - Proposed Decisions Open for Comment

The California Public Utilities Commission published its weekly listing of new utility filings for March 9-13, 2026. The listing includes three Proposed Decisions open for public comment (proceeding A2407003 involving rate increases through 2028, and C2508023 granting partial relief) and seven new applications including Southern California Edison cost recovery, Chevron rehearing request, and multiple telecommunications provider certificates of public convenience and necessity.

Weekly Filings Summary - Proposed Decisions and New Applications

CPUC published its weekly filings summary for March 23-27, 2026, listing proposed decisions open for public comment and new complaints/applications. Key items include a proposed 10 percent rate increase for Crimson California Pipeline L.P. Southern California pipeline system (A25-06-026), a proposed decision on California climate credit improvements (R25-07-013), and applications for telecommunications numbering relief (A26-03-026), airport shuttle service (A26-03-027), regional energy network plans (A26-03-028), and Advanced Metering Infrastructure 2.0 deployment by Southern California Edison (A26-03-030).

Paxton sues dental providers for Medicaid fraud, unnecessary procedures

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed suit against dental providers and marketers for allegedly bribing Medicaid patients with gift cards and performing medically unnecessary dental procedures, defrauding Texas Medicaid. The lawsuit, brought under the Texas Health Care Program Fraud Prevention Act, seeks full restitution, civil penalties, and all available remedies. The case was initially sealed and has now been unsealed.

Texas AG sues Permian Basin Containers for environmental violations

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against Permian Basin Containers, LLC and related entities for environmental violations stemming from a catastrophic chemical fire at their Odessa facility on July 23, 2024. The fire released toxic substances including benzene into the air, soil, and groundwater, contaminating surrounding properties and endangering residents. The state seeks injunctive relief requiring full site remediation and recovery of cleanup costs and damages.

California AG $1.64M Settlement Over False Claims for Truck Reimbursements

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a $1.64 million settlement with commercial fleet lender Crossroads Equipment Lease and Finance over alleged false claims for reimbursements under the California Capital Access Program (CalCAP). A DOJ investigation validated whistleblower claims that Crossroads made minimal efforts to sell repossessed trucks knowing the program would reimburse losses. The settlement resolves claims raised under the California False Claims Act by a former Chief Risk Officer.

Education Tax Credit Scholarship Values for 2026-2027

The NH Department of Revenue Administration issued Technical Information Release 2026-001 announcing the adjusted allowable average value of Education Tax Credit scholarships for the 2026-2027 program year. The program year runs from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. This routine annual adjustment updates scholarship values that participating businesses and nonprofits use to determine tax credit amounts under the Education Tax Credit Program.

Forest Service Pre-Award Contracting Deficiencies ($48.2M unsupported costs)

The USDA Office of Inspector General issued Report No. 08801-0005-51 finding that the Forest Service did not fully comply with Federal laws and regulations when executing pre-award contracting processes from November 2021 to March 2025. The inspection identified $48,255,403 in unsupported costs across 13 sampled contracts, with recommendations to evaluate the affected contracts and implement stronger oversight controls.

Artesia WWRF Wastewater Discharge Permit Renewal

The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection issued a notice of proposed action for permit number NS0091004, a groundwater discharge permit for the Artesia Wastewater Recovery Facility at Hafen Ranch. Pahrump Utility Company, Inc. seeks permit renewal. Public comments will be accepted until April 29, 2026.

TMWA Groundwater Discharge Permit NS2025503

The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) issued a Notice of Proposed Action for Groundwater Discharge Permit NS2025503 for the Truckee Meadows Water Authority (TMWA) in Reno, Nevada. The permit covers the Advanced Purified Water Facility's discharge operations. Public comments on the draft permit and fact sheet will be accepted until April 29, 2026.

Douglas County Revetment Water Quality Certification Request

The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) has received a Clean Water Act Section 401 Water Quality Certification application from Gordon Consulting Inc. for a revetment project at 608 Lake Shore Blvd in Douglas County, Nevada. The project involves Regional General Permit 4 (Lake Tahoe Minimal Impact Activities and Structures) and requires federal authorization from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Public comments on certification action number NV-401-26-009 are being accepted until 5:00 PM on April 29, 2026.

Clean Water Act Section 401 Certification - 620 Lake Shore Blvd Revetment

The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) is soliciting public comments on a Clean Water Act Section 401 Water Quality Certification application from Gordon Consulting Inc. for a revetment project at 620 Lake Shore Blvd in Douglas County, Nevada. The application is processed under Regional General Permit 4 (Lake Tahoe Minimal Impact Activities and Structures), certification action number NV-401-26-010. Comments must be submitted by 5:00 PM on April 29, 2026.

Notice of Closed Board Meeting

The USPS Board of Governors voted unanimously on March 24, 2026, to close a special meeting to public observation under the Government in the Sunshine Act. The Board addressed administrative and strategic matters during the closed session. This is a routine governance notice providing required public disclosure of a lawfully closed federal meeting.

USPS Competitive Product Rate Changes

The United States Postal Service Governors established time-limited rate changes for competitive products effective April 26, 2026, through January 17, 2027. Priority Mail Express, Priority Mail, and USPS Ground Advantage prices increase 8.0 percent on average across both retail and commercial price categories, maintaining the existing zoned pricing structure.

Emergency Order Extends Colorado Coal Plant Operations Through June 2026

The Department of Energy issued an emergency order extending the operational requirements for Craig Station Unit 1 in Colorado through June 28, 2026. The order directs Tri-State, Platte River Power Authority, Salt River Project, PacifiCorp, and Xcel Energy to keep the coal unit available for dispatch, building on a prior emergency order issued December 30, 2025.

New AML/CTF Enrollment and Registration Requirements

AUSTRAC announced new enrollment and registration requirements under AML/CTF laws taking effect 31 March 2026. Businesses already reporting to AUSTRAC must update enrollment details by 30 May 2026 (or 29 July 2026 for virtual asset service providers and newly regulated sectors). New businesses must enroll through AUSTRAC Online, with remittance and virtual asset service providers requiring both enrollment and registration before operating.

Moxifloxacin ophthalmic solution recall due to assay out of trend

Health Canada issued a Type II recall for pms-MOXIFLOXACIN HCL 0.5% Ophthalmic Solution (DIN 02432218, Lot 240518) distributed nationally by Pharmascience. The recall was triggered because the assay is out of trend for the affected lot. Healthcare providers and consumers should verify if they have the affected product and consult with healthcare professionals before discontinuing use.