FERC Revocation of Market-Based Rate Authority and Tariff Termination

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has revoked the market-based rate authority and terminated the electric market-based rate tariffs of several public utilities. These actions were taken because the utilities failed to file their required Electric Quarterly Reports by the deadline set in a prior order.

Federal Reserve Bank Control Acquisition Notices

The Federal Reserve System has posted notices of applications received under the Change in Bank Control Act. These applications relate to the acquisition of shares in banks or bank holding companies. Interested parties can submit written comments on the applications by April 9, 2026.

Commerce Initiates Circumvention Inquiry on Chinese Steel Products

The U.S. Department of Commerce has initiated a country-wide circumvention inquiry into certain corrosion-resistant steel products (CORE) completed in Indonesia using Chinese-manufactured hot-rolled and cold-rolled steel. This inquiry will determine if these imports circumvent existing antidumping and countervailing duty orders on CORE from China.

DEA Seattle Seizes 880lbs THC Vape Oil and Processing Equipment

The DEA Seattle Division announced the seizure of 880lbs of THC vape oil, 760lbs of processed marijuana, and a machine capable of filling 4,000 vape cartridges per hour. The owner was found to be shipping these products illegally, indicating a significant bust in illicit cannabis operations.

DEA Diversion Control Division Industry Day on IT Modernization

The DEA announced an upcoming Industry Day on March 26, 2026, focused on IT modernization efforts supporting its Diversion Control mission. The event aims to discuss regulatory, legal, compliance, and enforcement missions.

DEA Houston Seizes Drugs and Firearms from Apartment

The DEA Houston Division, with assistance from local law enforcement, seized approximately 40 lbs. of methamphetamine, 20 grams of fentanyl, cocaine, over 100 lbs. of marijuana, and 17 firearms from a Southeast Houston apartment. This action highlights ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking and illegal firearm possession.

USDA Forest Service - Pollinator & Rare Insect Surveys Contract Opportunity

The USDA Forest Service has issued a Special Notice regarding a competitive contract opportunity for Pollinator & Rare Insect Surveys in Wisconsin. This notice is for informational purposes and restricts eligibility to companies approved under the Land Management Integrated Resources BPA.

EPA Environmental Compliance Services Contract Opportunity

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has updated a solicitation for Enforcement and Compliance Support services. The solicitation, originally posted on March 3, 2026, was updated on March 24, 2026, with the offer due date remaining April 2, 2026. This notice pertains to a contract opportunity for professional support services.

Department of Energy - Environmental Compliance Services Solicitation Update

The Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration has updated a solicitation for Technical Support Services related to National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliance. The solicitation, originally published on March 19, 2026, was updated on March 24, 2026, with the offer due date remaining April 1, 2026.

HUD Award Notice: Lead-Based Paint Evaluation Services

The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded a contract for Lead-Based Paint Evaluation Services in Santa Ana, CA, valued at $4,000,000.00, to AFS-IEI JV, LLC. This award notice pertains to an 8(a) Set-Aside contract.