BTG International - High Pressure, Low Temperature Coupling Patent

USPTO granted Patent US12594111B2 to BTG International Limited for a multi-stage, reusable coupling device with temperature-responsive sealing engagements. The invention enables sealed coupling at different temperature conditions for medical/surgical applications, including cryogenic procedures. The patent contains 18 claims covering the device system and methods.

Cryogenic Applicator Patent for Skin Treatment

The USPTO granted Patent US12594112B2 to Cryogeneus Inc. on April 7, 2026, covering a portable cryogenic applicator system for skin treatment. The patent claims a vessel for liquid nitrogen delivery through a porous biocompatible rotating roller, a capillary U-bend preventing spontaneous discharge, and a vacuum valve maintaining ambient external surface temperature. The patent includes 19 claims covering the cryogenic applicator design and operation for dermatological applications.

Ablation probes including flexible circuits for heating and sensing

The USPTO granted patent US12594113B2 to Varian Medical Systems, Inc. for an ablation probe incorporating flexible circuits with radio frequency emitters for delivering RF energy to target tissue. The patent claims a shell with cryogen supply conduit and flexible circuit positioned on the outer surface. The patent contains 19 claims and was filed on June 21, 2022.

Tax Identity Theft Consumer Alert - April 15 Deadline

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel reissued a consumer alert warning residents about tax-related identity theft ahead of the April 15 filing deadline. The alert provides preventive guidance including securing Social Security Numbers, filing electronically on secure connections, and thoroughly researching tax preparers before sharing personal information.

Idaho Unemployment Rate Increases to 3.7% in January 2026

The Idaho Department of Labor released January 2026 labor market data showing the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased from 3.6% to 3.7%. Total nonfarm jobs decreased by 2,400 (-0.3%) to 879,700, with Construction (-4.4%) and Arts, Entertainment and Recreation (-4.1%) experiencing the largest sector losses. Year-over-year comparison shows total nonfarm jobs increased by 0.8% (7,000) compared to January 2025.

BLS Benchmark Adjustments Revise Idaho 2025 Labor Force, Unemployment Data

The Bureau of Labor Statistics completed its annual benchmarking process for 2025 labor force statistics, incorporating previously unavailable data such as updated Census population estimates and Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages data. Idaho's revised unemployment rates came in lower than initially reported for most of 2025, with the December 2025 rate remaining at 3.6% and January 2026 rising slightly to 3.7%. County and city-level benchmarked data will be released on May 22, 2026.

Tax Commissioner Reminds Taxpayers to File Ahead of April 15 Deadline

North Dakota Tax Commissioner Brian Kroshus reminds individual income taxpayers to file by April 15 deadline or apply for extension via IRS Form 4868. As of April 6, over 282,000 of the expected 480,000 returns have been processed, with over 97% filed electronically. Taxpayers unable to file by the deadline should make estimated payments to avoid interest charges.

FCC Proposes Prohibitions on Import and Marketing of Covered Communications Equipment

The FCC's Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau and Office of Engineering and Technology have released a Public Notice seeking comment on proposing to prohibit the continued importation and marketing of certain covered communications equipment that has been determined to pose an unacceptable risk to national security. The action applies to communications equipment added to the Covered List in 2024 or earlier. Affected parties should file comments by May 6, 2026.

FCC Information Collection - Connect America Fund Phase II and Rural Digital Opportunity Fund Auction Support

The FCC published a notice and request for comments under the Paperwork Reduction Act regarding information collection requirements for Connect America Fund Phase II and Rural Digital Opportunity Fund Auction Support programs (OMB Control No. 3060-1256). The Commission seeks public input on whether the proposed collection is necessary, the accuracy of burden estimates, and ways to minimize paperwork burden, particularly for small businesses with fewer than 25 employees. Written comments are due May 6, 2026.

FCC Remittance Advice Forms PRA Review - OMB Control Number 3060-0589

The FCC invites public comment on extending OMB Control Number 3060-0589, covering FCC Remittance Advice Forms (FCC Form 159/159-C, 159-B, 159-E, and 159-W). The collection supports payment processing for regulatory fees, application filing fees, auctions, fines, forfeitures, and FOIA billings. The FCC estimates 238,044 respondents with a total annual burden of 59,511 hours.