In re L.C. - Parental Rights Termination Appeal

The California Court of Appeal, Sixth Appellate District, filed an opinion in the case In re L.C. on March 6, 2026. The court affirmed the juvenile court's order terminating mother K.M.'s parental rights, finding no abuse of discretion in denying her petition to reinstate reunification services.

Alameda County Taxpayers' Assn. v. City of Oakland - Initiative Measure Validity

The California Court of Appeal ruled on an initiative measure (Measure Y) funding the Oakland Zoo. The court found certain provisions violated the state constitution but were severable, upholding the measure with modifications. The ruling clarifies initiative validity and funding mechanisms for public facilities.

Snyder v. Cohen - SLAPP Motion Ruling

The California Court of Appeal affirmed a trial court's decision to strike a complaint filed by Stephen Snyder against Les Cohen and his attorneys. The court found the complaint to be a Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation (SLAPP) arising from protected petitioning activity.

State AGs Continue Antitrust Lawsuit Against Live Nation/Ticketmaster

California Attorney General Rob Bonta and 26 other state attorneys general announced they will continue their antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation/Ticketmaster, rejecting the U.S. DOJ's settlement. The states aim to hold the company accountable for anticompetitive conduct harming consumers and the live music industry.

CPUC Program to Help Californians Rebuild All-Electric Homes

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has launched the Rebuilding Incentives for Sustainable Electric (RISE) Homes program, a $50 million initiative to assist Californians who lost homes to natural disasters since 2017. The program offers financial incentives for rebuilding fully electric homes and begins accepting applications on April 6, 2026.

California PUC New Filings and Proposed Decisions

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has published its weekly update of new filings and proposed decisions for the week of March 2-6, 2026. These filings include proposed decisions on utility leasing, energy recovery applications, and renewable gas standards, as well as new complaints and applications from Pacific Gas and Electric Company.

Federal Court Strikes Down HUD/USDA Energy Rule

A federal court has struck down a Biden-era rule from HUD and USDA that imposed stricter energy efficiency requirements on new home construction financed by federal programs. The court ruled the agencies lacked statutory authority and that the rule would negatively impact affordable housing availability.

Texas AG Stops Sale of Chest Binders to Minors

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has secured a Temporary Restraining Order against Lola Olivia, Inc., a New York-based online retailer. The order immediately halts the sale and shipment of chest binders to individuals in Texas, particularly targeting sales to young girls.

Child Trust Funds: cETNs Banned from April 2026

HM Revenue & Customs has issued the Child Trust Funds (Amendment) Regulations 2026, which will ban cryptoasset exchange traded notes (cETNs) from being held in Child Trust Funds effective April 6, 2026. Existing holdings can remain in the account.

ISA Regulations Amended for Long Term Asset Funds and cETNs

HM Revenue & Customs has amended the Individual Savings Account Regulations 2026 to allow investments in Long Term Asset Funds and cryptoasset exchange traded notes (cETNs) within ISAs. These changes aim to extend investor choice while managing risks associated with digital finance.