Renewable Fuel Standard Program Standards for 2026 and 2027

The EPA issued a final rule establishing renewable fuel volume requirements and percentage standards for 2026 and 2027 under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program. The rule also partially waives the 2025 cellulosic biofuel volume requirement due to production shortfalls and removes renewable electricity (eRINs) as a qualifying renewable fuel. The rule takes effect June 15, 2026.

AI Security and Cybersecurity Summit for Enterprises

The Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data Hong Kong and HKIRC co-hosted an AI Security and Cybersecurity Summit on March 31, 2026, attracting over 620 corporate representatives. Government officials delivered opening remarks on Hong Kong's AI development strategy and governance framework, including the Ethical Artificial Intelligence Framework and Generative AI Technical Guideline.

Information Leaflet on eHealth Patient Data Privacy for Healthcare Professionals

The Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) in Hong Kong published an information leaflet to assist healthcare providers and professionals in complying with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO) when handling patient data through the eHealth System. The leaflet covers requirements for data collection, accuracy, security, direct marketing prohibitions, and data access requests, with practical guidance and recommended good practices.

Swinomish Eelgrass Survey Service Sources Sought

The US Army Corps of Engineers Seattle District issued a Sources Sought notice seeking environmental consulting firms to conduct eelgrass surveys in Swinomish, Washington. The RFI is for market research purposes only and will inform future acquisition decisions, including potential small business set-asides under NAICS 541620. Responses due April 7, 2026.

Environmental Services Contract for Air Force Bases (GEMO)

GSA Federal Acquisition Service issued a presolicitation notice for fence-to-fence environmental services supporting Grand Forks, Ellsworth, Minot Air Force Bases, and Offutt. The proposed hybrid contract (FFP/T&M/Cost) will be a competitive Section 8(a) Set-Aside under the OASIS+ GWAC Environmental Domain. Responses are due April 10, 2026.

New outcomes-driven certifications in perinatal and cardiac care

The Joint Commission announced two new voluntary outcomes-driven certifications for hospitals in perinatal care and cardiac surgeries/procedures. The certifications shift from process-based compliance to measuring actual clinical outcomes, using data from established clinical registries including STS and ACC. Healthcare organizations seeking recognition for quality performance can apply for these new certifications.

Tax relief updates for creative and audio-visual sectors

HMRC announced administrative changes to all creative industries tax reliefs effective 1 April 2026. The updates include modifications to correct anomalies and prevent abuse within the relief framework. An Equality Impact Assessment was completed to ensure the changes do not discriminate against protected characteristic groups.

Administrative Changes to Creative Industry Tax Reliefs

HMRC has issued an Equality Impact Assessment for administrative changes to UK creative industry tax reliefs. The audio-visual reliefs (Film, High End Television, Animation, Children's TV, Video Games) transitioned to Expenditure Credits from 1 January 2024, while cultural reliefs (Theatre, Orchestra, Museums & Galleries) changed from European to UK eligible expenditure from 1 April 2024. A new mandatory online Creatives Form must accompany CT600/CT600P claims. Productions starting after April 2025 must use the new model; existing productions may continue under current rules until 31 March 2027.

Gilt Repo Market Resilience - Feedback Statement

The Bank of England published a feedback statement on April 1, 2026 summarising responses to its September 2025 discussion paper on enhancing gilt repo market resilience. Respondents broadly supported the objective but raised concerns about proportionality of central clearing mandates and minimum haircuts on non-centrally cleared transactions. The Bank will continue engaging with market participants on proposed reforms, with FCA collaboration and input from HM Treasury.

Ultraview SL Command Module Cardiac Output Defect Recall

Health Canada issued a Type II recall for Spacelabs Healthcare's Ultraview SL™ Command Module (model 91496) after production testing discovered the cardiac output function was intermittently yielding bad or irregular curves. Healthcare providers using this multiparameter module should contact the manufacturer for lot information and assess any affected devices in their facilities.