Passenger Ferry Grant Program FY 2026

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announces a $105 million competitive grant opportunity for the FY 2026 Passenger Ferry Program. Eligible applicants include state and local governments, federally recognized Tribes, and public ferry operators in urbanized areas. Applications close May 11, 2026.

Renewable Resource Extension Act National Focus Fund Projects

USDA NIFA announces funding opportunity USDA-NIFA-EME-32358 under Assistance Listing 10.515 for Renewable Resource Extension Act National Focus Fund Projects. The grant supports forest and rangeland resource extension activities with awards ranging from $130,000 to $150,000. Applications close June 8, 2026.

FY 2026 Electric or Low-Emitting Ferry Pilot Program Grants

The Federal Transit Administration announces a $98 million competitive grant opportunity for the Electric or Low-Emitting Ferry Pilot Program. Eligible applicants include state, local, and tribal governments operating public ferry systems in urbanized or rural areas. The funding opportunity number is FTA-2026-007-TPM-FERRYPILOT, with applications closing May 11, 2026.

Tender for the provision of Satellite Tags

Edinburgh Napier University published a contract notice (Notice 2026/S 000-031225) for the procurement of satellite tags valued at €80,500. The tender, submitted through Find a Tender, supports an investigation into elasmobranch connectivity between Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Scotland under the EU-supported PEACEPLUS Programme. Bids are due by 12 May 2026.

Plaintiff loses, statute requires MBTA bell OR whistle

Plaintiff loses, statute requires MBTA bell OR whistle

Mederos petition denied, court affirms sexually dangerous finding

The Massachusetts Appeals Court denied Antonio Mederos's petition for discharge under G.L. c. 123A, § 9, affirming the jury's finding that he remains sexually dangerous. The court found sufficient evidence under the substantial risk of a miscarriage of justice standard that the petitioner suffers from a mental abnormality or personality disorder producing a general lack of ability to control sexual impulses. Docket No. 24-P-947.

Adoption of Taylor - Termination of Parental Rights

The Massachusetts Appeals Court affirmed the termination of a father's parental rights to a child (Taylor), finding sufficient evidence of unfitness and that the Department of Children and Families made reasonable efforts toward reunification. The court rejected claims that the trial judge abused discretion regarding kinship placement and due process. The decision is non-precedential and issued under Rule 23.0.

Prison Education Programs Best Interest Determination Requirements

The Department of Education's Federal Student Aid division issued Electronic Announcement GENERAL-26-23 clarifying how institutions with Prison Education Programs (PEPs) must complete and report best interest determinations. The guidance specifies oversight entity responsibilities, required submission elements, and compliance timelines under 34 CFR 668.241.

Bath County Service Authority - Proposed Water Pollution Consent Order

The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality has proposed a consent order against Bath County Service Authority for violations of State Water Control Board statutes and regulations at the Warm Springs Sewage Treatment Plant in Warm Springs, Virginia. The public comment period runs from April 6, 2026 through May 6, 2026.

Creek Village Investments Water Control Violations - Proposed Consent Order

VA DEQ has proposed a Consent Order against Creek Village Investments, LLC for violations of State Water Control Board statutes and regulations and applicable permit conditions at the Village at Smith Creek facility in New Market, Virginia. The proposed enforcement action is open for public comment through May 6, 2026. The full text of the proposed Consent Order is available on the VA DEQ website.