Colorado Bill Repeals Biomass Grant Program

Colorado Bill HB26-1213 proposes to repeal the state's Biomass Utilization Grant Program. This action is based on a recommendation from the 2025 sunset report by the department of regulatory agencies. The bill is currently under consideration in the 2026 legislative session.

Colorado State Forest Service Good Neighbor Authority Bill HB26-1205

Colorado Bill HB26-1205 proposes changes to state law to align with the federal expansion of good neighbor authority agreements. The bill specifies that the Colorado State Forest Service may enter into these agreements with federal agencies and requires demonstration projects to improve forest health and resilience.

Colorado Bill Clarifies Firearms Dealer Permit Requirements

Colorado HB26-1126 clarifies existing firearms dealer permit requirements, expands them to 'responsible persons' and employees/contractors, and introduces new security and reporting mandates. The bill also allows for fines up to $100,000 for repeat violations.

Colorado Bill Increases Marriage and Family Therapist Licensure Access

Colorado Bill HB26-1228 proposes changes to the licensure requirements for marriage and family therapists. The bill aims to increase access to licensure by allowing individuals whose master's or doctoral programs did not include an internship or practicum to still become licensed, with additional supervised clinical hours required.

Salinas v. Keefe Commissary Network, LLC - Civil Rights: Jobs

A new civil case, Salinas v. Keefe Commissary Network, LLC, was filed on February 20, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case is based on diversity jurisdiction and falls under the Civil Rights: Jobs category.

California Privacy Agency Fines Ford for Opt-Out Process Friction

The California Privacy Protection Agency has fined Ford Motor Company $375,703 and ordered changes to its opt-out process for violating the CCPA. Ford required unnecessary identity verification for consumers opting out of data sales and sharing.

SEC Files Proposed Settlement with Rainberry for Wash Trading Claims

The SEC has filed a proposed settlement with Rainberry, Inc. for wash trading claims, requiring a $10 million civil penalty. This settlement, if approved by the court, would resolve the SEC's claims against Rainberry related to wash trading and dismiss all remaining claims against Rainberry and other defendants, including Justin Sun and associated foundations.

Sausalito Yacht Harbor v. S/V Dreamer - Maritime Contract Dispute

Sausalito Yacht Harbor has filed a civil complaint against the S/V Dreamer in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves claims for breach of maritime contract, trespass, and quantum meruit, seeking vessel arrest and monetary damages. The filing fee was $405.

Mars v. Uber Technologies - Personal Injury Product Liability

A new civil case, Mars v. Uber Technologies, Inc., was filed on March 5, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves claims of personal injury and product liability. The initial filings include the complaint, a certificate of interested entities, and proposed summons.

WM-0001 v. Roblox Corporation - Personal Injury Product Liability

A new civil case, WM-0001 v. Roblox Corporation, was filed on March 5, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case involves claims of personal injury and product liability under diversity jurisdiction.