FY 2026 Ocean Technology Transition Program Grant Opportunity

The U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS) is seeking applications for its FY 2026 Ocean Technology Transition Program. The program aims to fund projects that transition ocean observing technologies from research to operational status, with up to $7.5 million available over three years.

Nigeria Alumni Fund Supports Innovative Alumni Projects

The U.S. Mission to Nigeria has announced the Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF) for U.S. government-sponsored exchange program alumni. The fund supports innovative projects worldwide, with this year's cycle emphasizing the U.S.'s 250th anniversary.

2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund

The U.S. Mission to Morocco has announced the 2026 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund (AEIF 2026), offering grants from $5,000 to $35,000 for alumni-led initiatives. Applications are due April 24, 2026, with projects expected to start in September 2026.

FY 2027 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program Competition Announced

The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs has announced the FY 2027 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program competition. This notice seeks proposals for cooperative agreements to manage the fellowship, which brings international professionals to the U.S. for academic study and professional experiences.

IIJA SPARK: Transmission Tech Upgrades for Grid Infrastructure Funding Opportunity

The National Energy Technology Laboratory has announced the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) SPARK funding opportunity, DE-FOA-0003580, for transmission technology upgrades. The program aims to enhance electric grid capacity and reliability, with awards ranging from $250,000,000 to $1,900,000,000.

AEPD Resolution on GDPR Rights Procedure

The Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) has issued a resolution regarding a GDPR rights procedure. The resolution addresses a complaint where a data subject exercised their right of access, and the data controller failed to provide a legally established response within the stipulated timeframe. The AEPD admitted the claim for processing.

GDPR Rights Procedure Resolution Against CaixaBank Payments

The Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) has issued a resolution regarding a GDPR rights procedure against CaixaBank Payments & Consumer. The case involves a consumer's complaint about inclusion in a debt collection file without proper notification or justification of debt assignment.

Benton School District v. Brandi Greer - Supreme Court Opinion

The Supreme Court of Arkansas reversed a lower court's decision, finding that Brandi Greer's claims of unlawful retaliation by the Benton School District failed as a matter of law. The court reversed the jury's award of $7,000 in damages and a permanent injunction against the district.

Benton School District v. Brandi Greer - Attorneys' Fees Award Reversed

The Supreme Court of Arkansas reversed and dismissed an award of $106,959.79 in attorneys' fees and costs to Brandi Greer. This decision follows the reversal of the underlying judgment in a companion case, rendering Greer no longer the prevailing party.

Red Roof Inns v. Jane Doe - Pro Hac Vice Admission Ruling

The Supreme Court of Arkansas reversed a lower court's decision denying pro hac vice admission to out-of-state attorneys representing Red Roof Inns. The court found the lower court erred in denying the petitions and remanded the case for further proceedings.