Vidal v. Venettozzi - Prison Disciplinary Due Process

The Second Circuit vacated summary judgment for New York DOCCS officials, holding that Joseph Vidal's 180-270 days of disciplinary segregation in the Special Housing Unit constituted an atypical and significant hardship triggering Fourteenth Amendment due process protections. The court remanded for further proceedings on Vidal's claim that he was denied the opportunity to call witnesses and present evidence at his disciplinary hearing.

Ramsay v. Bondi - Immigration Motion to Reopen

The Second Circuit granted John Marcus Ramsay's petition challenging the BIA's denial of his motion to reopen removal proceedings. The court found the BIA misread Ramsay's arguments regarding reasonable due diligence for equitable tolling. Ramsay, a Jamaican lawful permanent resident deported in 2007 based on a drug conviction statute later found overbroad, was granted parole back to the US as a Navy veteran.

DMV Urges New Yorkers to Register as Life-Saving Organ Donors

The New York DMV has launched a public awareness campaign urging state residents to register as organ donors, highlighting that approximately 8,000 New Yorkers are currently awaiting organ transplants. The campaign notes that 52.9% of eligible state residents have registered as donors. This is an informational initiative rather than a regulatory mandate.

Proposed Drinking Water Contaminant Candidate List 6

EPA proposes 75 chemicals, PFAS compounds, microplastics, and disinfection byproducts for inclusion on Drinking Water Contaminant Candidate List 6 (CCL 6). The CCL serves as the foundation for EPA's future drinking water regulatory development under the Safe Drinking Water Act. Public comment period closes 06/05/2026.

HFO-1234yf Proposed for Vehicle AC Retrofit Under SNAP Program

EPA published a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking under the Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program proposing to list HFO-1234yf as an acceptable substitute for vehicle air conditioning retrofit applications. The proposal would expand the approved uses of this low-global-warming-potential refrigerant beyond its current limited approvals. The comment period closes on May 6, 2026.

EPA Determination of Attainment for Phoenix-Mesa Under 2015 Ozone Standards

The EPA issued a correction to its earlier determination that the Phoenix-Mesa nonattainment area in Arizona has attained the 2015 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards by the applicable attainment date, notwithstanding international emissions. The determination was made under Clean Air Act provisions addressing international emissions contributions.

Petroleum Supply Reporting System Extension

EIA published a notice seeking public comment on a three-year extension of its Petroleum Supply Reporting System (PSRS), OMB Control Number 1905-0165. The PSRS consists of seven weekly surveys, eight monthly surveys, and two annual surveys covering crude oil, petroleum products, and biofuels data from operators. Comments are due May 4, 2026.

Medicare Advantage and Part D Contract Year 2027 Policy Changes

CMS published a final rule implementing policy and technical changes to Medicare Advantage, Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit, and Medicare Cost Plan programs for Contract Year 2027 and certain 2026 provisions. The rule addresses payment updates, Part D drug pricing, beneficiary protections, and program integrity measures across 42 CFR 422 and 423.

FY 2027 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Rate Update

CMS published a proposed rule updating Medicare hospice payment rates and wage index values for FY 2027. The rule also addresses Hospice Quality Reporting Program requirements. Public comments are being accepted through June 1, 2026. Hospice providers participating in Medicare should review the proposed payment changes and submit comments.

IRF Prospective Payment System FY 2027 and Quality Reporting Updates

CMS published a proposed rule on April 6, 2026, updating the Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) Prospective Payment System for Federal Fiscal Year 2027. The rule also proposes updates to the IRF Quality Reporting Program. CMS is seeking public comments on the payment rate adjustments and quality measure modifications before finalizing the rule.