California Executive Order for Imperial County Recovery

Governor Newsom signed an Executive Order to provide financial support to Imperial County for recovery efforts following the August 2025 Monsoon Storms. The order authorizes Cal OES to provide assistance under the California Disaster Assistance Act for validated disaster-related damages and costs.

Executive Order Establishing FAFSA Completion Campaign

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has issued Executive Order 25-08 establishing the Washington Completes FAFSA Campaign. The campaign, led by the Washington Student Achievement Council (WSAC), aims to increase the number of high school students completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to improve access to financial aid for postsecondary education and training.

Executive Order on Tribal Relations Foundation

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson issued Executive Order 25-10, establishing a new foundation for government-to-government relations between the state and sovereign Tribal Nations. The order directs all cabinet agencies to proactively engage with tribes, consult early and often on policies impacting them, and incorporate tribal input into decision-making processes.

Executive Order Accelerating Clean Energy Projects

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson issued Executive Order 25-11 to accelerate clean energy projects in response to federal changes impacting tax credits. The order establishes a Joint Clean Energy Acceleration Team to streamline development and ensure projects align with state climate goals and tribal interests.

Washington State Housing Task Force Established

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has established an Executive Order creating a Task Force on the establishment of a Department of Housing. The Task Force will consist of nineteen members and is tasked with planning structural changes to state government to address the housing crisis. A report is due by November 15, 2026.

Spanish DPA Resolution on Procedure Termination

The Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) has issued a resolution terminating procedure EXP202416460. This action signifies the closure of a specific enforcement or administrative process initiated by the agency.

EIOPA Revised Guidelines on Supervisory Review Process

The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) has published revised Guidelines on the Supervisory Review Process, incorporating updated regulatory developments and new supervisory best practices. These revised guidelines will become applicable on January 30, 2027.

EIOPA Updates Solvency II Guidelines on Supervisory Review and Risk Exposures

The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) has updated its Solvency II Guidelines concerning the supervisory review process and market/counterparty risk exposures. The revisions aim to align with Solvency II review outcomes, incorporate emerging risks like cyber and sustainability, and streamline existing rules.

California AG Blocks Federal Withholding of Education Funding

California Attorney General Rob Bonta secured a temporary restraining order blocking the U.S. Department of Education from withholding $4.9 billion in federal education funding from California. The order prevents the U.S. ED from enforcing demands related to FERPA compliance concerning gender identity education records.

AG Bonta Secures Emergency Order Protecting Public Health Funding

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, along with other state AGs, secured a temporary restraining order blocking the Trump Administration from terminating over $600 million in CDC grants for 14 days. The funding cuts targeted four Democratic-led states and were alleged to be politically motivated.