Supreme Court Orders List and Certiorari Denials

The U.S. Supreme Court issued an order list on March 2, 2026, detailing decisions on pending cases. This included denials of applications for stay and bail, motions for leave to file under seal, and the receipt of a Special Master's report in an original jurisdiction case. The Court also denied various petitions for certiorari.

Justice Dept. distributes $15.5M to securities fraud victims

Justice Dept. distributes $15.5M to securities fraud victims

Jason Goodhue Fined for Securities Law Violations

The Connecticut Department of Banking has issued a final order fining Jason A. Goodhue $100,000 for violating state securities laws. Goodhue engaged in dishonest or unethical practices and exercised discretionary power in customer accounts without written authorization.

Colorado Public Health Officials Confirm Measles Case

Colorado public health officials confirmed a measles case in an Adams County resident and identified locations and times of potential public exposure in Broomfield and Westminster. The notice advises individuals who may have been exposed to monitor for symptoms and contact health officials if they develop them.

Presidential Nominations Sent to the Senate

The White House announced that eleven nominations have been sent to the Senate for consideration. These nominations span various government roles, including judges, ambassadors, and agency directors. The nominations were formally sent on March 2, 2026.

Federal Student Loan Interest Rates Announced for July 2025-June 2026

The US Department of Education announced the annual interest rates for fixed-rate Federal Student Loans made under the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program. These rates apply to loans with first disbursement dates between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026.

Annual Notice of Variable-Rate FFEL Loan Interest Rates

The Department of Education has published its annual notice of variable interest rates for Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program loans made prior to July 1, 2010. These rates are effective for the period of July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026.

Federal Student Loan Interest Rates Notice

The U.S. Department of Education has published its annual notice of interest rates for variable-rate Federal Direct Stafford/Ford Loans, Direct Unsubsidized Stafford/Ford Loans, and Direct PLUS Loans. These rates are effective for the period of July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026.

Comment Request: Accrediting Agencies Reporting to Dept. of Education

The Department of Education is requesting comments on reporting requirements for recognized accrediting agencies. This notice concerns the collection of information regarding institutions and programs accredited by these agencies, as mandated by the Higher Education Act.

Om Anaya, Inc. Enforcement Action and Comment Period

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has proposed an enforcement action against Om Anaya, Inc. for alleged violations of water control statutes and regulations at its Hanover, Virginia facility. A public comment period for the proposed Consent Order is open from March 3, 2026, to April 2, 2026.