GAO Report on Animal Drug Incentives and Unmet Needs

The GAO released a report highlighting a lack of FDA-approved animal drugs for minor species and rare conditions, despite existing incentives. The report identifies high development costs and limited markets as key barriers and suggests FDA develop a benefit-risk assessment for alternative approaches to drug approval.

GAO: HHS Guidance on State Congregate Care Spending

The GAO has issued guidance recommending that HHS provide clearer details on when states can apply exemptions to the 14-day limit for congregate care spending under the Family First Act. This aims to ensure consistent application of exemptions, particularly for youth at risk of sex trafficking, and address states' varying interpretations of funding rules.

GAO Report on Federal Agency Whistleblower Protections

A GAO report highlights that federal agencies employ various methods to encourage and protect whistleblowers, such as confidentiality and award programs. The report notes challenges like processing high volumes of reports and addresses concerns about overly broad non-disclosure agreements impacting employees' ability to report wrongdoing.

GAO Report: VA Not Fully Implementing Caregiver Support Recommendations

A GAO report released March 2, 2026, found the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has not fully implemented GAO's recommendations to improve access to community care and caregiver support programs. The report highlights ongoing issues with timely appointment scheduling, referral coordination, and communication, despite legislative mandates from the Dole Act.

GAO: SBA Should Improve Data Sharing Efficiency with IRS

The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report recommending that the Small Business Administration (SBA) take steps to make data sharing with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) more efficient. The report highlights inefficiencies in verifying taxpayer consent for data sharing, suggesting direct data receipt or technological improvements could prevent fraud and improper payments.

Mary Free Bed Hosp v. Esurance - Insurance Priority Dispute

The Michigan Court of Appeals ruled in Mary Free Bed Hosp v. Esurance that an injured party or their treatment provider can claim additional benefits from a lower-priority insurer after exhausting the coverage limit of a higher-priority insurer, provided the lower-priority policy offers unlimited coverage. This decision addresses a question of first impression under Michigan's no-fault act.

Chrystal Robinson v. Quicken Loans Inc - Discrimination Case

The Michigan Court of Appeals reversed and remanded a lower court's decision in Chrystal Robinson v. Quicken Loans Inc. The case involves claims of race, sex, and age discrimination, retaliation, and hostile work environment under Title VII and the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act. The appellate court's decision requires further proceedings in the trial court.

Chavis v. McDowell Properties - Discretionary Application Dismissed

The Court of Appeals of Georgia dismissed a discretionary application in the case of Chavis v. McDowell Properties of Ga, LLC. The court found it lacked jurisdiction because the appeal was not filed within the statutorily required seven-day period for dispossessory actions.

Safeway Insurance v. McCrackin - Case Withdrawn

The Court of Appeals of Georgia has granted Safeway Insurance Company of Georgia's motion to withdraw its appeal in the case Safeway Insurance Company of Georgia v. Celeste McCrackin. The court has released jurisdiction back to the trial court.

Mary Brown v. Tmf Avondale Townhomes LLC - Case Transfer

The Georgia Court of Appeals has transferred the case of Mary Brown v. Tmf Avondale Townhomes LLC to the appropriate Superior/State Court. The court determined it lacked jurisdiction over the appeal from the Magistrate Court of DeKalb County.