Proposed Rule Change to NYSE American Options Fee Schedule

NYSE American LLC has filed a proposed rule change with the SEC to modify its Options Fee Schedule. The changes affect fees and rebates for Non-Customers and Floor Brokers, including extending a surcharge to manual orders and establishing a new rebate for Floor Broker orders trading with Floor Market Maker orders. The proposed effective date is March 10, 2026.

DOT Announces Nearly $1 Billion for Road Safety Infrastructure

The U.S. Department of Transportation announced the availability of nearly $1 billion in funding through the Safe Streets & Roads for All (SS4A) grant program. This funding aims to upgrade crucial safety infrastructure, improve emergency response, expand truck parking, modernize rail crossings, and enhance family-focused infrastructure across American roads.

DOT Invests $13.3 Million in Marine Highway Infrastructure Projects

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) announced an investment of over $13 million in 11 marine highway projects across seven states. This funding aims to support public and private partners in developing supply chains on marine highway routes, enhancing national freight capacity and easing congestion.

DOT Announces $488.6M Investment in Ports to Restore Maritime Dominance

The U.S. Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration (MARAD) announced $488,628,000 in funding through the Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) to modernize ports, strengthen supply chains, and restore American maritime dominance. The funding will support projects improving port operations, streamlining supply chains, and modernizing infrastructure.

Porter v. State of Delaware - Conflict of Interest Claim

The Delaware Superior Court issued findings of fact and conclusions of law on remand regarding Christopher Porter's conflict of interest claim. The court addressed whether Mr. Porter's defense counsel maintained a conflict of interest and if he provided informed consent to waive it.

Scruggs v. Just Food for Dogs - Appeal of Industrial Accident Board Decision

The Delaware Superior Court affirmed the Industrial Accident Board's decision to reduce Joyce Scruggs' partial disability compensation and deny coverage for her proposed surgery. The court found substantial evidence supported the Board's findings regarding the necessity of the surgery and the reduction in benefits.

JUUL Labs Motion to Dismiss Granted in Part, Denied in Part

The Delaware Superior Court granted in part and denied in part JUUL Labs, Inc.'s motion to dismiss twelve consolidated cases involving 1,005 plaintiffs. The court found that the Delaware cases were the first-filed actions and denied JUUL's forum non conveniens argument, while also addressing issues of misjoinder.

Thomas R. Clark Sentencing Motion Denied

The Delaware Superior Court denied Thomas R. Clark's motion for correction of an illegal sentence. Clark pleaded guilty to firearm offenses and was sentenced on October 1, 2024. The court found his motion lacked merit, as his sentence was negotiated and agreed upon as part of a plea agreement.

Executive Order Banning Insider Betting by State Officials

California Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order strengthening bans on state officials using non-public information for personal profit, specifically targeting prediction markets. The order extends prohibitions to appointees and their associates, aiming to prevent corruption fueled by insider knowledge, particularly in light of federal examples.

ACME UNITED CORPORATION Class II Recall: BZK Antiseptic Towelettes

The FDA has initiated a Class II recall for ACME UNITED CORPORATION's BZK Antiseptic Towelettes due to CGMP deviations. The recall affects product distributed nationwide within the United States.