Vote on Small Business Act Passes House

The House of Representatives passed the Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act with a vote of 345 yeas to 41 nays. This action signifies legislative progress on a bill aimed at supporting small businesses and economic growth.

House Passes Three Bills

The House of Representatives passed three bills on March 17, 2026: H.R. 556 (Protecting Access for Hunters and Anglers Act), H.R. 1958 (Deporting Fraudsters Act), and H.R. 4638 (BOWOW Act). The vote on ordering the previous question passed with 196 yeas and 192 nays.

WA AG Secures $7 Million Settlement Over Deceptive Practices Targeting Seniors

The Washington Attorney General's Office secured a $7 million settlement with FPI Management and property owners over deceptive practices targeting over 1,000 senior tenants. The settlement requires restitution for tenants and capital improvements to apartment complexes.

WA AG Seeks Court Order to Enforce School Mental Health Grants

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown and 15 other state AGs have asked a federal court to enforce a previous order requiring the U.S. Department of Education to halt the unlawful discontinuation of school mental health grants. The department is accused of violating a December court order by only awarding grantees funding for half the budget period, jeopardizing critical student mental health services.

AG Brown Urges EPA to Rescind Environmental Enforcement Policy

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown, leading a coalition of 12 other attorneys general, urged the EPA to rescind a Trump-era policy that weakens federal environmental enforcement. The coalition argues the 'Compliance First' memo discourages compliance and allows polluters to avoid accountability, disproportionately harming vulnerable communities.

Juma Financial Services Check Casher Permission in Marlborough

The Massachusetts Division of Banks is opening a public comment period for Juma Financial Services, LLC to operate as a check casher in Marlborough. The comment period runs from October 17, 2025, to October 31, 2025.

Check Casher License Application Public Comment Period

The Massachusetts Division of Banks is opening a public comment period for Financial Services Company, Inc. d/b/a The Check Exchange's petition to operate as a check casher in Framingham. The comment period runs from December 12, 2025, to December 26, 2025.

MA Division of Banks Finalizes Amendments to 209 CMR 50.00

The Massachusetts Division of Banks has finalized amendments to 209 CMR 50.00, concerning parity with federal credit unions. These amendments will become effective on December 19, 2025. The changes aim to align state regulations with federal credit union regulations.

Brazil Starr Check Casher License Application - Public Comment

The Massachusetts Division of Banks is opening a public comment period for Brazil Starr, Inc.'s petition to operate as a check casher in Somerville. The comment period runs from December 15, 2025, to December 29, 2025.

MA Board of Bank Incorporation Hearing: Mutual Bancorp Merger with Bluestone Bank

The Massachusetts Division of Banks will hold a virtual hearing on February 19, 2026, regarding Mutual Bancorp's petition to acquire Bluestone Bank. The Board of Bank Incorporation will consider the impact on competition and public convenience. Interested parties can submit written comments by February 27, 2026.