Airworthiness Directive for Bombardier Challenger Jets

The FAA issued Airworthiness Directive FAA-2025-1732 for all Bombardier Challenger CL-600 series aircraft models (600, 601, 601-3A, 601-3R, and 604 variants) requiring replacement of nosewheel steering rudder pedal potentiometer universal coupling setscrews. The AD also mandates revising existing maintenance or inspection programs to incorporate new life limits for these setscrews. This AD is effective May 8, 2026.

Airbus A350 Airworthiness Directive - Flight Control Actuator Replacement

The FAA proposes a new airworthiness directive for all Airbus SAS Model A350-941 and -1041 airplanes requiring replacement of primary flight control actuators that were exposed to mechanical overloads during acceptance testing. Affected parts must be replaced with serviceable parts, and installation of affected parts would be prohibited. The comment period closes May 18, 2026.

Airbus Airworthiness Directive Comment Form

The FAA has opened a 45-day public comment period for an Airbus airworthiness directive on Regulations.gov (Docket FAA-2026-3473). The comment form allows interested parties to submit feedback on the proposed airworthiness requirements. Comments will be reviewed before any final directive is issued.

Marine mammal research, Texas Parks, comment period ends Apr 17

Marine mammal research, Texas Parks, comment period ends Apr 17

Entertainment District Alcohol Rules Amendments

Colorado HB26-1330 amends entertainment district alcohol rules by removing the 100-acre size limit, reducing minimum premises requirements from 20,000 to 5,000 square feet, and allowing local licensing authorities to set days and hours of operation. The bill restricts alcohol sales in common consumption areas to licensed premises authorized to attach to such areas.

Spirituous Liquor Manufacturer Sales Room Expansion

Colorado SB26-114 proposes to expand spirituous liquor manufacturer sales room allowances from 1 to 3 locations and create a new permit for selling third-party wholesale beverages on-site. Manufacturers must provide food service and limit wholesale-sourced sales to under 50% of gross annual alcohol revenue. The bill requires local licensing authority review and 45-day public comment periods.

Civil Actions for Conversion Therapy Survivors

Colorado House Bill HB26-1322 proposes to create a civil cause of action for survivors of sexual orientation or gender identity conversion efforts conducted by licensed mental health professionals. The bill eliminates the statute of limitations for such claims and permits recovery of economic, noneconomic, and exemplary damages. The bill is currently in the House Judiciary Committee.

Exemption for FDA-Approved Prescription Drugs Containing Schedule I Controlled Substances

Colorado Senate Bill SB26-031 proposes to exempt FDA-approved prescription drug products containing Schedule I controlled substances from state Schedule I classification. The exemption applies when the product is designated or rescheduled by the DEA and dispensed by licensed pharmacies or administered by physicians to authorized individuals.

Designate Educators and Teachers Memorial Highway

The Colorado General Assembly passed HJR26-1024, a joint resolution designating State Highway 92 in Delta County (Mile Markers 3 to 7) as the 'Educators and Teachers Memorial Highway.' The resolution passed the House with a 61-0 vote and awaits Senate consideration on April 8, 2026. This is an honorary designation with no regulatory compliance requirements.

SEC Speaks 2026: Enforcement Priorities and SOX Group Formation

SEC Commissioners and senior staff outlined enforcement priorities and policy direction at SEC Speaks 2026. Chairman Atkins introduced the ACT Strategy (Advance, Clarify, Transform) as the framework for the SEC's direction, emphasizing reduced regulatory burden and market facilitation. Enforcement Division Director Judge Margaret Ryan resigned on March 16, 2026, less than seven months into the role, with Sam Waldon returning as Acting Director.