HHS OIG Report: Alaska Missed Foster Care Opportunities for Native Children

The HHS Office of Inspector General issued a report finding that Alaska missed opportunities to protect American Indian and Alaska Native children missing from foster care. The report details failures in notification, follow-up actions, sex trafficking assessments, caseworker visits, and tribal communication, recommending improvements supported by ACF.

FTC v. Walmart Inc. - Civil Case Filing

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and other agencies have filed a civil case against Walmart Inc. The case, filed on February 26, 2026, seeks permanent injunctions, monetary judgments, and civil penalties. This action initiates a significant legal challenge concerning Walmart's business practices.

Solonitsyn et al v. Rubio et al - Mandamus Case Filing

A new civil case, Solonitsyn et al v. Rubio et al, was filed on February 23, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case is based on a Federal Question and seeks a Writ of Mandamus. Recent filings include the petition and proposed summons.

Opioid Use Disorder Medication Treatment Correction

The Department of Health and Human Services has issued a correction to its rule on Medications for the Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder. This correction clarifies specific provisions within the existing regulation, ensuring accurate implementation and adherence.

FCC Corrects Spectrum Allocation Rule Updates

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued a correction to its rule updates concerning the implementation of the World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-15) spectrum allocations. This correction clarifies specific aspects of the previously published rule, ensuring accurate implementation of international spectrum agreements.

FCC Proposes Rules for 6 GHz Band and Mid-Band Spectrum

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has proposed new rules regarding the unlicensed use of the 6 GHz band and expanding flexible use in mid-band spectrum between 3.7 and 24 GHz. This proposal is open for public comment.

FCC Rules on Unlicensed Use of the 6 GHz Band and Mid-Band Spectrum

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has finalized rules regarding the unlicensed use of the 6 GHz band and expanding flexible use in mid-band spectrum between 3.7 and 24 GHz. These rules, published on February 25, 2026, aim to increase spectrum availability for wireless technologies.

FCC Seeks Comment on FM Translator Application Limit

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is seeking public comment on a proposed application limit for new NCE reserved band FM translator stations. The comment period closes on March 23, 2026.

Appellate Procedures for the Board of Immigration Appeals

The Executive Office for Immigration Review has issued an interim rule streamlining appellate procedures for the Board of Immigration Appeals. This rule, effective March 9, 2026, aims to improve efficiency in the immigration court system. Public comments are being accepted.

Privacy Act Implementation for Immigration Records

The Department of Justice's Executive Office for Immigration Review is finalizing a rule to exempt certain immigration adjudication records from Privacy Act provisions. These exemptions are necessary to protect classified information and law enforcement sensitive materials. The rule takes effect on March 16, 2026.