Election Moderators Vote Counting Area Access

The New Hampshire General Court passed HB1266 on March 17, 2026, granting election moderators access to the area designated for counting votes during the performance of their official duties. The bill passed the House (17-0) and was referred to the Senate Election Law and Municipal Affairs Committee, representing a procedural change to election administration.

Open Meetings Clarification Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2025

The District of Columbia Council enacted Bill B26-0307, the Open Meetings Clarification Congressional Review Emergency Amendment Act of 2025, on July 22, 2025. Sponsored by Council Chair Phil Mendelson, the emergency amendment modifies open meetings requirements for DC government bodies and expires on October 20, 2025. The bill passed with a 12-0 unanimous vote during final reading on July 1, 2025.

Minister Tinee Furbert Autism Awareness Remarks

The Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors in Bermuda delivered remarks for Autism Awareness Month 2026 on April 2, 2026. The Ministry announced expanded inclusive camp and recreational programming along with enhanced autism-specific staff training to support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The proclamation emphasizes commitment to inclusion and collaboration with families, educators, and community organizations.

Ramsay v. Bondi, immigration appeal denied, March 27

Ramsay v. Bondi, immigration appeal denied, March 27

Waldman v. Palestine Liberation Org. - Tort Claims

The Second Circuit decided motions in Waldman v. Palestine Liberation Org., a consolidated appeal involving multiple plaintiffs bringing Anti-Terrorism Act claims against the Palestine Liberation Organization, Palestinian Authority, and individual defendants. The court resolved motions filed August 11, 2025, affecting ongoing federal civil litigation involving terrorism-related tort claims.

Vidal v. Venettozzi - Prison Disciplinary Due Process

The Second Circuit vacated summary judgment for New York DOCCS officials in Vidal v. Venettozzi, holding that Joseph Vidal's 180-270 days in special housing unit disciplinary segregation constitutes an atypical and significant hardship triggering Fourteenth Amendment due process protections. The court remanded for further proceedings on whether Vidal received adequate procedural protections at his disciplinary hearing.

Water Hygiene Monitoring Programme - Dundee City Council £870k

Dundee City Council published a contract notice for Water Hygiene Monitoring services valued at £870,000. The procurement is divided into two lots covering water hygiene monitoring across council properties. Tenders must be submitted electronically via Public Contracts Scotland portal.

Water Fittings ICT Solution Procurement

Northern Ireland Water Limited published a preliminary market engagement notice for a replacement ICT solution to support its statutory Water Fittings Inspection service under the Water Supply (Water Fittings) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2009. The estimated contract value is £864,000 including VAT, covering the period October 2026 to September 2029 with possible extension to 2032. This is a retendering following discontinuation of a previous procurement through Crown Commercial Services Framework.

Shortbreaks and Outreach Framework for Disabled Children

Southampton City Council published a £5.4 million Short Breaks, Outreach and Support Framework tender under the Procurement Act 2023. The framework covers two lots for disabled children and young people aged up to 18: Lot 1 for Care Support and Community Outreach, and Lot 2 for Specialist Playschemes and Targeted Short Breaks. The Council is conducting Preliminary Market Engagement prior to formal procurement.

£21.35m Void Property Works Contract 2026-2029

Angus Council published a contract notice inviting tenders for void property works across four geographic lots spanning 2026-2029. The estimated contract value is £21.35m, covering preparation, repair, and upgrading of void flats and houses in Arbroath, Carnoustie & Monifieth, Brechin & Montrose, and Forfar & Kirriemuir. Tenders must be submitted electronically via the Public Contracts Scotland portal.