FDIC Publishes February 2026 Enforcement Actions

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) published a list of administrative enforcement actions taken against banks and individuals in February 2026. The actions included one consent order, one order of prohibition, six orders terminating 100 waiver orders, and one notice. No administrative hearings are scheduled for April 2026.

Federal Reserve and OCC Joint Findings for Morgan Stanley Exemption Request

The Federal Reserve Board, in conjunction with the OCC, has made joint findings required for the OCC to approve Morgan Stanley Bank, N.A.'s request for an exemption under section 23A of the Federal Reserve Act. This exemption is necessary for an internal corporate reorganization involving an affiliate.

FRC Plan and Budget for 2026-27

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has published its Plan and Budget for 2026-27, outlining its strategy for audit, corporate reporting, and governance. The plan includes a new Audit Supervision Approach, faster enforcement processes, and the first reporting cycle under provision 29 of the UK Corporate Governance Code. The overall budget is £73.3m.

Harmonizing NIH Intervention Definition with Common Rule

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has updated its definition of 'intervention' to align with the 2018 Common Rule (45 CFR 46, Subpart A). This change aims to harmonize implementation across federal agencies and will be reflected in NIH websites and forms. The notice was released on March 27, 2026.

NICHD Participation in Summer Research Education Program (R25)

The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) has announced its participation in the 'Summer Research Education Experience Program (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)' funding opportunity (PAR-24-204). This notice informs potential applicants of NICHD's involvement, effective for application due dates on or after May 8, 2026.

Alabama Court of Civil Appeals opinion on postjudgment interest rate

The Alabama Court of Civil Appeals is reviewing a case concerning the postjudgment interest rate in a breach-of-contract action. The lower court initially entered a default judgment with a specific interest rate, which the plaintiff sought to amend to a higher contract rate. The appellate court is considering the implications of the lower court's subsequent actions regarding the judgment.

Virginia Jennings Sanford and Kenneth D. Sanford v. Geer Properties, Inc.

The Alabama Court of Civil Appeals has issued a ruling in the case of Virginia Jennings Sanford and Kenneth D. Sanford v. Geer Properties, Inc. The court's decision pertains to claims of continuing trespass, private nuisance, and negligence related to property boundaries and alleged concrete dumping. The case involves an appeal from the Tuscaloosa Circuit Court.

State v. Davis - Criminal Appeal

The Arizona Court of Appeals has issued a non-precedential opinion in the case of State v. Davis. The docket number for this case is 1 CA-CR 24-0375. No known citations or subsequent actions are currently associated with this opinion.

Coconino Community College v. Property Tax Oversight Commission - Tax Levy Limit

The Arizona Court of Appeals affirmed a tax court decision regarding Coconino Community College District's primary property tax levy. The court ruled that the district could include constitutionally required increases while phasing in a voter-approved base levy limit reset, adhering to state statutes and the state constitution.

Lyons v. Phoenix - Marijuana Dispensary Zoning Dispute

The Arizona Court of Appeals reversed a lower court's decision regarding a marijuana dispensary's use permit and variance. The court found that the plaintiffs challenging the permit lacked standing under state law, thus reinstating the original administrative decision.