Department of Education Notice on RISE Award Information Collection

The Department of Education has issued a notice proposing the reinstatement of an information collection request (ICR) for the RISE Award program. This notice is part of the Paperwork Reduction Act process, allowing for public comment on the existing collection.

DOJ Justice for Families Program Information Collection Extension

The Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women is seeking a 30-day public comment period for the extension of a previously approved information collection request related to the Justice for Families Program. This notice is part of the process for obtaining OMB authorization for the collection.

DOJ - VAWA STOP Formula Grant Program Information Collection Extension

The Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women is seeking a 30-day public comment period for the extension of a previously approved information collection request related to the Violence Against Women Act's STOP Formula Grant Program. The request is for OMB authorization for three years.

Amended Venezuela General License 5V and FAQ 595 issued

Amended Venezuela General License 5V and FAQ 595 issued

Tennessee Relay Center service transition to IP-protocol docket opened

Tennessee Relay Center service transition to IP-protocol docket opened

PSC sets Feb 13 intervention deadline for Vicinity Energy tariff

PSC sets Feb 13 intervention deadline for Vicinity Energy tariff

Evergy Missouri Metro Rate Case Intervention Deadline

The Missouri Public Service Commission has set February 27, 2026, as the intervention deadline for Evergy Missouri Metro's electric rate case. The utility is seeking an approximate $137.9 million revenue increase.

PSC Approves Ameren Big Hollow Project Agreement

The Missouri Public Service Commission has approved an agreement allowing Ameren Missouri to construct the Big Hollow project, which includes an 800-MW natural gas generator and a 400-MW battery storage system. The approval includes conditions regarding investment tax credits, construction progress reports, cost change notifications, and potential use of construction work in progress accounting.

MO PSC Sets Public Hearing for Liberty CCN Request

The Missouri Public Service Commission has scheduled a public hearing for April 16, 2026, to receive customer comments on Empire District Electric Company d/b/a Liberty's request for a Certificate of Convenience and Necessity (CCN). Liberty seeks approval to construct a new 250-megawatt combustion turbine generator.

MO PSC Sets Intervention Deadline for Missouri-American Water Rate Adjustment

The Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) has set a March 18, 2026, intervention deadline for Missouri-American Water Company's application to adjust water and sewer rates. The proposed adjustment would increase base revenues by 3.1% for water and 1.6% for sewer services.

Broadband Internet for All Virtual Public Outreach Meeting

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU) announced a virtual public outreach meeting on August 13, 2024, to discuss the 'Broadband Internet for All' initiative. The meeting aims to gather public input on expanding broadband access across the state.

NJ Board of Public Utilities Utility Hearing Public Notices

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities has published public hearing notices for various utility matters scheduled throughout 2026. These notices cover applications for cable television franchises, revisions to energy efficiency program rates, electric and gas rate adjustments, and water and wastewater service clauses.

NJ Board of Public Utilities Reports Directory

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) has updated its reports directory, providing access to various studies and analyses commissioned by the Board. These reports cover topics such as energy affordability, grid modernization, and resource adequacy, guiding the Board's regulatory responsibilities for New Jersey ratepayers.

NJ BPU Public Notices Archive

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJ BPU) has published a list of public notices and meeting announcements for 2026. These notices cover various topics including clean energy programs, budget true-ups, and the provision of Basic Generation Service for the upcoming year.

NJ BPU Invests $5 Million to Reduce Urban Heat Island Effect

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJ BPU) announced an investment of $5 million to mitigate the urban heat island effect in overburdened municipalities. This initiative aims to address environmental disparities and improve public health in affected communities.

MN PUC Upcoming Meetings and Events Calendar

The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MN PUC) has published its upcoming meetings and events calendar. This notice provides a schedule of upcoming public sessions and industry events relevant to regulated entities in Minnesota.

DEA Warns About Methamphetamine and Street Names

The DEA issued a public safety alert warning about methamphetamine, listing its various street names such as Crank, Crystal, and Ice. The alert directs readers to a DEA factsheet for more information on the drug and its effects.

DEA Public Safety Alert: Fentanyl Affects All Communities

The DEA issued a public safety alert via Twitter, emphasizing that fentanyl affects all communities regardless of race, age, or economic status. The alert, from DEA SAC D. Olesky, reiterates the DEA's goal of a fentanyl-free America and mentions a joint effort with Aurora Police to combat drug trafficking.

North Dakota Merges Insurance and Securities Departments

North Dakota has unified its Insurance and Securities departments into a single regulatory body, following the passage of Senate Bill 2214. This merger aims to enhance consumer protection and streamline oversight of the insurance and securities sectors within the state.

North Dakota Stop Order Against EPIC Management and Todd Berning

The North Dakota Insurance Commissioner issued a stop order against EPIC Management, LLC and Todd Berning, requiring them to immediately cease offering or selling membership interests. This action is due to concerns about the company's financial condition, assets, management, leadership, transparency, and operations, as well as potential violations of Chapter 10-04 of the North Dakota Century Code.

North Dakota Health Insurance Premium Increases Projected for 2026

North Dakota's Insurance Commissioner has approved 2026 health insurance rates, but consumers may face significant premium increases if enhanced federal ACA subsidies expire. The state has also expanded eligibility for catastrophic plans, leading to higher rates for those options.

North Dakota Warns Seniors About Unfair Medicare Sales Practices

The North Dakota Insurance Department issued a bulletin warning health insurers and licensed producers against unfair trade practices in the Medicare marketplace. The bulletin clarifies that restricting consumer access to products or unfairly manipulating compensation structures is a violation of state law.

North Dakota State Fire Marshal Appointment

Insurance Commissioner Jon Godfread has appointed Matt Clark as the new North Dakota State Fire Marshal. Clark brings over 20 years of fire service and public administration experience to the role, which oversees fire prevention, investigation, and life safety across the state.

Iowa Safe Haven Law - 80 Infants Total

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services announced that a baby girl was declared a safe haven in March, bringing the total to 80 infants since the law's inception. The notice reiterates the provisions of the Safe Haven Law and provides resources for prospective foster and adoptive parents.

Nebraska Law on Reporting Fake Auto Insurance ID Cards

Nebraska has enacted a law clarifying requirements for auto insurance ID cards and outlining penalties for manufacturing or possessing fake documents. The state Department of Insurance provides guidance on identifying fraudulent cards and reporting suspected insurance fraud.

Association Scam: How it Works

This notice describes a scam where fake associations sell cheap health policies with limited coverage that do not pay claims. Consumers are targeted by telemarketers and end up paying for medical bills that should have been covered.

Appealing Denied Health Insurance Claims

This guidance outlines the two-stage process for appealing denied health insurance claims in Nebraska: internal appeals and external reviews. It details the steps required for filing an internal appeal, including necessary documentation and timelines, and specifies which types of health plans are excluded from these procedures.

Nebraska Suspends Remote Insurance Agent Testing

The Nebraska Department of Insurance has issued new guidance suspending remote testing for insurance agent licensing. Effective immediately, all insurance producer examinations must be conducted at physical testing sites across Nebraska and other designated PSI locations nationwide. This change impacts prospective and current insurance producers seeking licensure.

Nebraska Notice on Medicare Advantage Plan Sales by Consultants

The Nebraska Department of Insurance has issued a notice allowing insurance consultants to sell Medicare Advantage plans, provided they comply with state statutes and CMS marketing rules. This change is in response to reduced commissions for insurance producers.

NRC Confirms Effective Date for Spent Fuel Storage Casks Rule

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) confirmed the effective date of April 13, 2026, for a direct final rule. This rule amends the list of approved spent fuel storage casks to include an amendment to the TN Americas LLC, NUHOMS® EOS Dry Spent Fuel Storage System.

NRC Seeks Nominations for Medical Isotopes Committee

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is seeking nominations for the Agreement State Representative on the Advisory Committee on the Medical Uses of Isotopes (ACMUI). Nominees must be employees of an Agreement State Radiation Control Program, and nominations are due by May 18, 2026.

Army Corps Uses Flexible Agreements for Civil Works Research

The GAO has released a report detailing the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' use of flexible 'other transaction' agreements for civil works research. The report highlights the first such agreement for a prototype flume design and three additional agreements for algal bloom research, noting the flexibility these agreements offer compared to traditional contracts.

Construction Firm Fined After Labourer's Death

Jerram Falkus Construction Limited was fined £40,200 after a 19-year-old labourer died in a fall from a ventilation shaft. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) investigation found the shaft was inadequately covered. The company pleaded guilty to breaching work at height regulations.

The Danville Group, Inc. v. Airsys Cooling Technologies, Inc. - Civil Case

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California has filed a new civil case, The Danville Group, Inc. d/b/a Rootstock Software v. Airsys Cooling Technologies, Inc. The initial complaint was filed on March 18, 2026, with a Case Management Statement due June 9, 2026, and a conference scheduled for June 16, 2026.

Comeback Media v. Particle Media - Copyright Case Filing

This entry details the filing of a civil case, Comeback Media, Inc. v. Particle Media, Inc. et al., in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case was filed on April 11, 2025, and involves a copyright dispute. A recent filing on March 19, 2026, was a notice of voluntary dismissal as to specific defendants.

Alonzo B. Hunter, III v. State of Florida - Criminal Appeal

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's decision in the case of Alonzo B. Hunter, III v. State of Florida. The appeal, docketed as 5D2026-0306, was affirmed on March 19, 2026, with no known citations.

Douglas v. State of Florida - Criminal Appeal

The Fifth District Court of Appeal of Florida affirmed the lower court's decision in the case of Christopher R. Douglas v. State of Florida. The appeal concerned a 3.850 motion related to a criminal case from Lake County. The court's disposition was an affirmation of the prior ruling.

Robert Gruenthal v. Florida Insurance Guaranty Association Opinion

The District Court of Appeal of Florida affirmed a lower court's decision in the case of Robert Gruenthal and Julia Gruenthal v. Florida Insurance Guaranty Association (FIGA). The appeal concerned FIGA's role as a statutory guarantor for an insolvent insurer.

Herbst v. State of Florida - Affirmation of Lower Court Ruling

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's ruling in the case of Paul Ellis Herbst v. State of Florida. The appeal, docketed as No. 4D2024-2961, resulted in the affirmation of the original disposition without further detail provided in this summary.

Jerome Henderson v. State of Florida - Criminal Appeal

The District Court of Appeal of Florida affirmed the lower court's decision in the case of Jerome Henderson v. State of Florida. The appeal, identified by docket number 5D2024-1145, was reviewed and the disposition was 'Affirmed'.

Holdiness v. State of Florida - Criminal Appeal Affirmance

The Fifth District Court of Appeal of Florida affirmed the lower court's decision in the case of Michael Wayne Holdiness v. State of Florida. The appeal, identified by docket number 5D2025-0137, concerned a criminal matter originating from Duval County. The court's disposition was to affirm the prior ruling.

Icalla v. State of Florida - Appellate Court Decision

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's decision in the case of Icalla v. State of Florida. The appellate court upheld the disposition of the case, with no known citations or authorities impacting the decision.

Goggins v. State of Florida - Affirmation of Lower Court Ruling

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's ruling in Bryan Keefe Goggins, Jr. v. State of Florida. The case, identified by docket number 5D2025-3068, involved an appeal from a circuit court decision.

Roderick D. Anderson v. State - Criminal Appeal

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's decision in the criminal appeal case of Roderick D. Anderson v. State of Florida. The opinion was issued on March 19, 2026, with docket number 5D2025-3722.

Lubin v. State of Florida - Affirmation of Lower Court Decision

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's decision in the case of Jeff R. Lubin v. State of Florida. The appeal was filed under docket number 4D2024-2917. The court's disposition was 'Affirmed'.

Rogers v. State of Florida - Affirmation of Lower Court Ruling

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's decision in Matthew Allan Rogers v. State of Florida. The case, identified by docket number 5D2024-3262, resulted in the affirmation of the original disposition.

Valerie Leigh Jones v. Lauren Cantrell - Appellate Court Affirmation

The Fifth District Court of Appeal of Florida affirmed the lower court's decision in the case of Valerie Leigh Jones v. Lauren Cantrell. The appeal concerned a matter related to an agency and attorney-in-fact capacity. The court's disposition was an affirmation of the prior ruling.

Lannis v. State - Criminal Appeal

The Florida District Court of Appeal, Fourth District, affirmed the lower court's decision in the case of Elta Gelin Lannis v. State of Florida. The appeal concerned a criminal matter, with the court issuing its opinion on March 19, 2026.

Mark D. Hunt v. Costco Wholesale Corporation - Affirmation of Lower Court Ruling

The Florida District Court of Appeal affirmed the lower court's decision in Mark D. Hunt v. Costco Wholesale Corporation. The appellate court's decision, dated March 19, 2026, upholds the original ruling without known citations or further comment on the disposition.

Yvelan Pierre v. State of Florida - Criminal Appeal Affirmed

The District Court of Appeal of Florida affirmed the lower court's decision in the case of Yvelan Pierre v. State of Florida. The appeal, identified by docket number 5D2025-3746, was decided on March 19, 2026. No specific penalties or compliance deadlines were mentioned in the opinion.