IRS Notice on Corporate Bond Yield Curve and Segment Rates

The IRS issued Notice N-2026-19, updating the corporate bond monthly yield curve, segment rates, and 30-year Treasury securities interest rates for February 2026. These rates are used for determining minimum funding requirements for single-employer and multiemployer pension plans.

Ofgem Fines Energy Supplier £525k for Overcharging Customers

Ofgem has fined Farringdon Energy (trading as Champion Energy) £525,000 for serious and persistent mismanagement leading to customer overcharging. A director has agreed to resign. The supplier failed to implement appropriate billing systems, resulting in 159 customers being overcharged a total of £347,717.25.

Energy Consumer Satisfaction Survey: January 2026 Summary

Ofgem has published the summary findings of its January 2026 Energy Consumer Satisfaction Survey. The survey indicates that overall satisfaction with energy suppliers has stabilized at 81%, with customer service satisfaction remaining at an all-time high of 77%. However, satisfaction with the ease of understanding bills and bill delivery timing has decreased.

Ofgem Decision: Offshore Transmission Tender Round 9 Excess Recoveries

Ofgem has completed its aggregation exercise for Offshore Transmission Tender Round 9 (TR9), confirming that recoveries exceeded tender costs by £56,012. This decision outlines the process for the repayment of these excess funds.

Federal Reserve Rules of Procedure Correction Notice

The Federal Reserve System has issued a correction notice regarding its Rules of Procedure. This document corrects minor errors in the previously published rule, ensuring accuracy in the official record.

Nebraska Standardized Prior Authorization Forms for Healthcare

The Nebraska Department of Insurance is releasing two new standardized prior authorization forms for healthcare services, drug benefits, and durable medical equipment, effective January 1, 2026. These forms, mandated by LB 77, aim to reduce administrative burden and improve efficiency for providers and patients under fully insured plans.

NDOI Urges Fire Victims to Document Damage and Contact Insurers

The Nebraska Department of Insurance (NDOI) issued a notice urging residents affected by recent fires to document property damage and contact their insurance companies. The NDOI also provided guidance on avoiding post-disaster scams and offered assistance to policyholders.

American Family Life Assurance Company - Insurance Order C-3092

The Nebraska Department of Insurance has issued Order C-3092 concerning American Family Life Assurance Company of Columbus, Continental American Insurance Company, and Tier One Insurance Company. The order details specific actions and requirements related to these insurance entities.

PNM Acquisition Case: Hearing Scheduled for Show Cause Order

The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission has scheduled an evidentiary hearing for April 30, 2026, regarding a Show Cause order issued to the joint applicants in the PNM and TXNM Energy acquisition case. The main acquisition proceedings have been paused pending the outcome of this hearing.

Center for Scientific Review Notice of Closed Meetings

The National Institutes of Health, through the Center for Scientific Review, has published a notice announcing upcoming closed meetings. These meetings are scheduled for April 16, 2026, and involve discussions that are not open to the public.

FRA Approval of Metra PTCSP-Firewall Maintenance Outage

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has approved Metra's request for a planned outage related to Positive Train Control System (PTCSP) firewall maintenance. This approval document outlines the conditions and procedures for the maintenance outage.

Proposed Class C Airspace Amendment at Raleigh-Durham Airport

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed an amendment to the Class C airspace at Raleigh-Durham International Airport, North Carolina. This proposed rule is open for public comment until June 5, 2026.

FAA Amendment of Class D Airspace and Establishment of Class E Airspace; Fort Worth, TX

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is amending Class D airspace and establishing Class E airspace in Fort Worth, Texas. This rule affects airspace designations and will become effective on July 9, 2026.

FAA Class E Airspace Established for Birch Creek Airport, AK

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is establishing Class E airspace around Birch Creek Airport in Birch Creek, Alaska. This rule defines the airspace boundaries to ensure safe air traffic operations. The changes are effective May 14, 2026.

FAA Agency Information Collection Activities: Operations Specifications

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has published a notice regarding the renewal of an existing information collection activity concerning operations specifications. The notice provides an opportunity for public comment on the renewal of this collection.

Airworthiness Directives: Bell Textron Canada Limited Helicopters

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued an airworthiness directive (AD) concerning Bell Textron Canada Limited helicopters. This AD mandates specific actions to address potential safety issues identified in the aircraft's design or components. The directive outlines required inspections and potential corrective measures for affected helicopter models.

ACF Seeks Public Comment on Native Americans Program Policies

The Administration for Native Americans (ANA) is seeking public comment on its program policies and procedures. This notice provides an opportunity for stakeholders to provide input on how ANA operates its programs, which are designed to serve Native American communities.

CISA KEV: Cisco FMC Vulnerability Allows Root Java Code Execution (CVE-2026-20131)

CISA has added a critical vulnerability in Cisco Secure Firewall Management Center (FMC) Software to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog. The vulnerability (CVE-2026-20131) allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary Java code as root. Organizations are required to address this vulnerability by April 4, 2026.

IRS Final Regulations on Qualified Nonpersonal Use Vehicles

The IRS has issued final regulations concerning substantiation requirements and qualified nonpersonal use vehicles. These regulations provide updated guidance on the tax treatment of vehicles that are not used for personal purposes by employees or owners.

Labor Department: Agency Information Collection Activities Proposed Extension

The Department of Labor has published a notice proposing the extension of a generic clearance for collecting qualitative feedback on agency service delivery. This notice is open for public comment for 60 days.

Retirement Security Rule: Investment Advice Fiduciary Vacatur Notice

The Department of Labor has published a notice regarding the vacatur of the Retirement Security Rule concerning the definition of an investment advice fiduciary. This rule, originally set to be effective April 20, 2026, is being vacated due to a court order.

Proposed Extension of FECA Medical Report Forms and Claim for Compensation

The Department of Labor (DOL) is proposing to extend the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs' information collection for FECA medical report forms and claims for compensation. This is a request for public comment on the proposed extension.

OFAC Sanctions Action Notice

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has published a notice regarding sanctions actions. This notice details specific actions taken by OFAC, which may impact entities involved in international trade and financial transactions.

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Combined Notice of Filings #1

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a combined notice of filings, identified as Notice #1. This notice provides a summary of recent filings received by the commission. The document is published in the Federal Register and serves as an informational update for interested parties.

FERC Combined Notice of Filings

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a combined notice of filings published in the Federal Register. This notice, identified by citation 91 FR 13602, serves as an informational update regarding recent filings received by the commission.

FERC - Arlon Warner Jurisdictional Inquiry Notice

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a notice regarding a pending jurisdictional inquiry concerning Arlon Warner. The notice solicits comments, protests, and motions to intervene from interested parties. This action initiates a formal process to determine the regulatory jurisdiction over certain matters related to Arlon Warner.

FERC: Hawks Nest Hydro LLC License Amendment Application Accepted

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has accepted for filing an application from Hawks Nest Hydro LLC to amend its hydroelectric license. The notice solicits comments, motions to intervene, and protests regarding the proposed amendment.

FERC - NorthWestern Corp. License Amendment Application Accepted

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has accepted for filing NorthWestern Corporation's application for a non-capacity amendment to its license for Project No. 1869-067. The notice solicits comments, motions to intervene, and protests from interested parties.

NOAA Natural Resource Damage Assessment Restoration Project Information Sheet Collection

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has submitted a new information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review. This pertains to the Natural Resource Damage Assessment Restoration Project Information Sheet, and the public has 60 days to comment.

Fisheries off West Coast states salmon modification inseason actions

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has published a rule modifying West Coast salmon fisheries inseason actions for 2024 and 2025. These modifications are part of ongoing management measures for the fisheries off the West Coast states.

Snapper-Grouper Fishery South Atlantic 2026-2027 Recreational Season for Black Sea Bass

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has issued a final rule establishing the 2026-2027 recreational fishing season for black sea bass in the South Atlantic snapper-grouper fishery. This rule sets the specific dates for recreational fishing activities for the upcoming season.

South Atlantic Fishery Management Council Public Meetings Announced

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced upcoming public meetings for the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council. The meetings are scheduled for April 13-16, 2026, with specific times detailed for both the Council and Scientific and Statistical Committee sessions.

Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Advisory Panel Meeting Announced

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced a meeting of the Atlantic Highly Migratory Species Advisory Panel. The meeting will be held virtually from May 12-14, 2026, to discuss relevant fisheries management issues.

Pacific Fishery Management Council Public Meetings Announced

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced upcoming public meetings for the Pacific Fishery Management Council. The meetings are scheduled to begin on April 6, 2026, with advisory body meetings, followed by the main council meetings from April 8-12, 2026. A closed session is scheduled for April 8 to discuss litigation and personnel matters.

USPTO Rule: Patent Practitioner Required for Foreign Applicants

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a final rule requiring foreign applicants and patent owners to use a registered patent practitioner. This rule aims to ensure that foreign entities are represented by qualified professionals during patent prosecution.

Pacific Fishery Management Council Public Meeting Notice

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has published a notice regarding a public meeting for the Pacific Fishery Management Council. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 6, 2026, and will cover topics related to fishery management.

Exempt Chemical Preparations Under the Controlled Substances Act

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has issued a notice regarding exempt chemical preparations under the Controlled Substances Act. This notice opens a 60-day public comment period for interested parties to submit their views on the matter.

USDA Information Collection Renewal: New Technology and Waivers

The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service has published a notice requesting the renewal of an approved information collection regarding procedures for the notification of new technology and requests for waivers. This notice is open for public comment for 60 days.

California Almonds Marketing Order Amendment Proposed

The Agricultural Marketing Service has proposed an amendment to the marketing order for almonds grown in California. This proposed rule is open for public comment for 60 days.

BaFin Warns Consumers About Unauthorized Website gfi-hold(.)com

BaFin has issued a warning to consumers regarding the website gfi-hold(.)com, which is suspected of offering financial, investment, and cryptoasset services without the required authorization. The warning is issued under German Banking Act and Cryptomarkets Supervision Act provisions.

BaFin Clarifies Interpretation of § 34 WpHG Following ECJ Ruling

The German financial regulator BaFin has issued guidance clarifying its interpretation of Section 34 of the German Securities Trading Act (WpHG) following a European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruling. BaFin will now only attribute voting rights in cases also covered by the EU Transparency Directive, but will continue to apply Section 30 of the German Securities Acquisition and Takeover Act (WpÜG) unchanged.

BaFin Supervisory Announcement on EU Court Ruling Impact on German Financial Law

BaFin has issued a supervisory announcement clarifying the interpretation of German financial laws, specifically sections of the WpHG and WpÜG, following a European Court of Justice ruling on 'Acting in Concert' (AiC). The announcement details how BaFin will adjust its administrative practice regarding voting rights attribution to align with EU law, impacting reporting obligations for listed companies and market participants.

EU Regulators Focus on Cross-Regulatory Cooperation for Digital Laws

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) is increasing focus on cross-regulatory cooperation for EU digital laws, including the GDPR, AI Act, and Digital Markets Act. The EDPB is developing joint guidance with the European Commission on these interactions and on data protection and competition, aiming for consistent interpretation and enforcement.

China PIPL Compliance Audit Guidance and Enforcement Trends

China's Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL) requires organizations to audit personal information processing for compliance. Recent regulatory developments, particularly concerning minors' data, indicate an increasing expectation for audits to be repeatable, verifiable, and evidence-backed, with a focus on demonstrating consistent implementation and technical reality.

Senator Blackburn Proposes AI Framework for Child Safety and Copyright

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn has introduced a discussion draft for a federal AI policy framework focusing on children's online safety and copyright protection. The proposal aims to establish national standards, incorporating elements from the Kids Online Safety Act and the NO FAKES Act, and includes provisions for a private right of action for child harms.

BaFin Warns Consumers About Unauthorized Website gfi-hold(.)com

BaFin, the German financial supervisory authority, has issued a warning to consumers regarding the website gfi-hold(.)com. The website is allegedly offering financial, investment, and cryptoasset services without the required authorization from BaFin, constituting an unauthorized business operation.

Northern Colorado Woman Convicted of Securities Fraud

A Northern Colorado woman, Ann Vick, has been convicted on eight counts of securities fraud following a trial. She defrauded approximately 25 investors out of $3,000,000 through a fraudulent options trading and promissory note scheme. Sentencing is scheduled for May 21, 2026.

K. et al v. Sonoma County et al - Summary Judgment Motion

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California has recorded multiple filings related to the case K. et al v. Sonoma County et al. Notably, motions for summary judgment were filed by Amy Lafferty and by County Social Worker De La Cruz and other defendants on March 19, 2026. A hearing for Amy Lafferty's motion is scheduled for July 9, 2026.

MA Governor Supports Lifting Sunday Hunting Ban and Expanding Access

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced support for legislation to modernize hunting laws, including lifting the Sunday hunting ban and expanding crossbow use. Concurrently, the MA Department of Public Health will raise awareness about alpha-gal syndrome and make it a reportable condition.

US v. Sang Huynh - Criminal Sentence Appeal

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated and remanded the sentence for Sang Thanh Huynh, who was convicted of firearm, racketeering, drug conspiracy, and money laundering charges. The court agreed with the government's concession that errors in the district court's imposition of supervised release conditions require resentencing.