GEICO v. Mayzenberg - Insurance No-Fault Benefits Dispute

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals vacated a district court judgment in favor of GEICO in a no-fault insurance benefits dispute. The court remanded the case after the New York Court of Appeals clarified that an insurer cannot deny payment based on alleged professional misconduct that does not involve ceding control of a professional services corporation to an unlicensed party.

Sacaza v. City of New York - Qualified Immunity Ruling

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a lower court's denial of summary judgment for a New York City detective, finding he had arguable probable cause for arrest and prosecution. This decision impacts qualified immunity claims for law enforcement officers in similar cases.

Jin v. City of New York - Qualified Immunity Appeal

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a lower court's decision, finding that New York City police officers were entitled to qualified immunity in a false arrest claim. The court determined there was arguable probable cause for the arrest, overturning the denial of summary judgment.

Sufiyan v. Bondi - Asylum, Withholding Removal, CAT Case

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals reviewed a decision by the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) regarding asylum and withholding of removal claims for a Sri Lankan national. The court granted the petition for review in part, remanding the case to the BIA to determine eligibility for asylum and withholding of removal absent the material support bar.

CFHC v. CoreLogic - Housing Discrimination Case Opinion

The Second Circuit Court of Appeals issued an opinion in CFHC v. CoreLogic, vacating in part, affirming in part, and reversing in part the lower court's decision. The court found the Connecticut Fair Housing Center lacked standing and that CoreLogic did not cause housing denials under the Fair Housing Act, but also disagreed with the district court's exclusion of certain defendants. The court also addressed a Fair Credit Reporting Act claim.

Steven Wade Maisano v. Tim Norman Lang - Court Opinion

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington issued an order granting a motion to dismiss without prejudice in the case of Steven Wade Maisano v. Tim Norman Lang. The court also denied a motion for leave to amend as moot. The case involves confiscated firearms from the plaintiff's home.

James S. v. Frank Bisignano - Social Security Case Ruling

The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington granted the Defendant's motion in the Social Security case James S. v. Frank Bisignano. The court's order, dated February 25, 2026, denied the Plaintiff's motion and affirmed the Commissioner of Social Security's decision.

OGE Form 201 Modification and Public Comment Request

The U.S. Office of Government Ethics (OGE) is requesting public comments on proposed modifications to OGE Form 201, used for requesting access to executive branch financial disclosure reports. This notice seeks a three-year extension under the Paperwork Reduction Act.

Civil Monetary Penalty Inflation Adjustment

The Office of Management and Budget has issued a document adjusting civil monetary penalty amounts for inflation. These adjustments are made annually to ensure penalties keep pace with economic changes. The document specifies the updated penalty amounts for various federal agencies.

Agency Information Collection Activities Proposals and Approvals

Various federal agencies are publishing notices regarding their proposed and approved information collection activities. These notices are part of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) review process under the Paperwork Reduction Act. The public is invited to comment on these collections.

Colorado Bill Mandates Preventive Kidney Screening Coverage

Colorado HB26-1019 mandates that insurance policies and contracts provide total-cost coverage for preventive kidney function screening services. This coverage will apply to large employer health benefit policies issued or renewed after January 1, 2027, and individual and small group plans issued or renewed on or after January 1, 2028.

Venture Global LNG Export Amendment Application

The Department of Energy (DOE) has received an application from Venture Global CP2 LNG, LLC to amend its authorization for exporting liquefied natural gas (LNG) to non-free trade agreement countries. The application seeks to increase the authorized export volume by approximately 427 billion cubic feet per year. Comments are due by May 11, 2026.

DOE Foreign Atomic Energy Activities Collection - Request for Comments

The Department of Energy (DOE) is requesting comments on a three-year extension for its information collection titled 'Assistance to Foreign Atomic Energy Activities' (OMB Control Number 1901-0263). The collection is necessary for DOE to make informed determinations regarding U.S. exporters' requests to engage in atomic energy activities outside the United States.

DOE Generic Clearance for Qualitative Feedback Extension

The Department of Energy (DOE) is requesting a three-year extension for its generic clearance to collect qualitative feedback on agency service delivery. This notice seeks public comments on the extension of the information collection request, which is managed under OMB Control Number 1910-5160.

DOE Notice on Defense Production Act Voluntary Agreements for Nuclear Fuel Industry

The Department of Energy (DOE) issued a notice announcing a series of closed meetings held under the Defense Production Act. These meetings discussed the implementation of a Voluntary Agreement and potential Plans of Action with entities in the nuclear fuel industry.

PCLOB Finalizes FOIA, Privacy Act, Sunshine Act Regulations

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) has finalized regulations implementing the Freedom of Information Act, Privacy Act, and Government in the Sunshine Act. These final rules detail procedures for public requests for records, response timeframes, and applicable fees, superseding the proposed rule published in May 2013.

PCLOB Forum on Financial Tools, Privacy, and Civil Liberties

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) is hosting a public forum on December 2nd, 2025, to discuss the impact of government financial tools on privacy and civil liberties. The Board is seeking public comments on this issue, with a deadline of December 12th, 2025.

FISA Section 702 Comment Period Extended

The PCLOB has extended the comment period for its oversight project examining Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). The new deadline for submitting comments is November 4, 2022.

PCLOB Meeting Notice on Classified Matters and Counterterrorism

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) issued a notice for a closed meeting on November 9, 2015, to discuss in-depth examinations of counterterrorism-related activities. The meeting was closed to the public due to the classified nature of the discussions, in accordance with Executive Order 13526.

Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board Closed Meeting Notice

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) issued a notice for a closed meeting to discuss proposed topics for an in-depth examination of counterterrorism activities governed by Executive Order 12333. The meeting was scheduled for July 1, 2015, and was closed due to classified information.

Public Meeting on Executive Order 12333 Intelligence Activities

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board announced a public meeting to discuss Executive Order 12333 concerning U.S. intelligence activities. The meeting will cover historical background, constitutional implications, and oversight mechanisms related to counterterrorism efforts.

PCLOB Seeks Public Input on Counterterrorism Activities

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) is seeking public comment on its examination of counterterrorism activities conducted under Executive Order 12333. The PCLOB is requesting input on concerns related to these activities and suggestions for inquiry.

Privacy Board Meeting Notice and Public Comment Request

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board has issued a notice for a public meeting on "Defining Privacy" and is requesting written comments. The meeting will discuss privacy in the context of government counterterrorism programs, technology's impact, and lessons learned from the private sector. Comments are due by December 31, 2014.

PCLOB Meeting and Public Comment Period

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) announced a public meeting on July 23, 2014, to discuss its semi-annual report and future agenda. The public has until August 29, 2014, to submit written comments on the PCLOB's mid-term and long-term agenda.

Privacy Board Meeting on FISA Surveillance Report

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) announced a public meeting on July 2, 2014, to vote on its report concerning surveillance programs operated under Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. The meeting is open to the public.

PCLOB Public Hearing on FISA Section 702 Surveillance

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) announced a public hearing on March 19, 2014, to discuss the federal government's surveillance program under Section 702 of FISA. The hearing aims to evaluate legal and policy issues and consider recommendations for balancing counterterrorism efforts with privacy and civil liberties.

PCLOB Meeting on USA PATRIOT Act Surveillance Program

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) announced a public meeting on January 23, 2014, to vote on its report concerning the USA PATRIOT Act surveillance program and the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Court. The meeting is open to the public.

PCLOB Public Hearing on Surveillance Programs

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB) is holding a public hearing on federal counterterrorism surveillance programs, including those under Section 215 of the USA PATRIOT Act and Section 702 of FISA. The hearing aims to address activities, responsibilities, and potential recommendations for changes to ensure a balance between counterterrorism efforts and privacy/civil liberties.

Public Workshop on Surveillance Programs

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board is hosting a public workshop on surveillance programs operated under Section 215 of the USA PATRIOT Act and Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. Written comments are due by August 1, 2013.

Public Workshop Notice on Surveillance Programs

The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board announced a public workshop to discuss surveillance programs under the USA PATRIOT Act and FISA. The workshop is scheduled for July 9, 2013, with written comments due by August 1, 2013.

DOE Oak Ridge Meeting Notice

The Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a notice for an open meeting of the Environmental Management Site-Specific Advisory Board (EM SSAB) in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, scheduled for April 8, 2026. The meeting will cover environmental cleanup, waste management, and public comment.

EM SSAB Hanford Meeting Notice

The Department of Energy is issuing a public notice for an upcoming in-person and virtual meeting of the Environmental Management Site-Specific Advisory Board (EM SSAB) Hanford. The meeting is scheduled for April 22, 2026, and will cover topics related to environmental cleanup and waste management.

Boundary Establishment at Oak Ridge Laboratory Road

The Department of Energy has issued a notice regarding the establishment of a boundary at Oak Ridge Laboratory Road. This action pertains to the administrative definition and marking of specific areas within the Oak Ridge facility.

Long Ridge Energy Generation LLC Coal Capability Self-Certification Filing

The Department of Energy (DOE) published a notice of filing for Long Ridge Energy Generation LLC's coal capability self-certification. This filing is required under the Powerplant and Industrial Fuel Use Act of 1978 for new baseload electric generating powerplants intending to use natural gas or petroleum as their primary fuel source.

DOE Notice of Coal Capability Self-Certification Filing

The Department of Energy (DOE) published a notice of filing for South Field Energy LLC's coal capability self-certification. This filing is required under the Powerplant and Industrial Fuel Use Act of 1978 for new baseload electric generating powerplants proposing to use natural gas or petroleum as their primary fuel source.

Guernsey Power Station LLC Coal Capability Self-Certification Filing

The Department of Energy (DOE) published a notice of filing for Guernsey Power Station LLC's coal capability self-certification. The filing, submitted on August 25, 2022, confirms the Guernsey Power Station's compliance with the Powerplant and Industrial Fuel Use Act of 1978.

DOE Notice of Coal Capability Self-Certification Filing

The Department of Energy (DOE) has published a notice of filing for a coal capability self-certification submitted by CPV Basin Ranch, LLC. This filing is required under the Powerplant and Industrial Fuel Use Act of 1978 for new baseload electric generating powerplants intending to use natural gas or petroleum as their primary fuel source.

DOE Petition for Rulemaking on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Plans

The Department of Energy (DOE) has received a petition for rulemaking from America First Legal Foundation requesting the rescission of its Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) Plan requirements for management and operating contractors. The DOE is now requesting public comments on the petition.

DOE Notice of PowerSouth Energy Cooperative Coal Capability Certification

The Department of Energy (DOE) published a notice regarding PowerSouth Energy Cooperative's filing of a coal capability self-certification for its Lowman Energy Center. This filing, made on April 21, 2022, is required under the Powerplant and Industrial Fuel Use Act of 1978 for new baseload electric generating powerplants.

DOE Notice of Trumbull LLC Coal Capability Self-Certification Filing

The Department of Energy (DOE) published a notice regarding Clean Energy Future—Trumbull, LLC's coal capability self-certification filing. Trumbull, LLC, owner of a new baseload electric generating powerplant in Lordstown, OH, certified its capability to use coal or another alternate fuel as required by the Powerplant and Industrial Fuel Use Act of 1978.

EM SSAB Paducah Meeting Notice

The Department of Energy is announcing an open meeting of the Environmental Management Site-Specific Advisory Board (EM SSAB) in Paducah, Kentucky, on April 16, 2026. The meeting will be held in-person and livestreamed, and the public is invited to attend and provide comment.

DOE Notice of Amended Coal Capability Self-Certification Filing

The Department of Energy (DOE) issued a notice regarding an amended coal capability self-certification filing by Rayburn Energy Station LLC. This filing reflects the change in ownership of the baseload electric generating powerplant, formerly known as Panda Sherman, and is required under the Powerplant and Industrial Fuel Use Act of 1978.

DOE Voluntary Agreements and Plans of Action Notice

The Department of Energy (DOE) issued a notice announcing a series of closed meetings held under the Defense Production Act. These meetings discussed the implementation of a Voluntary Agreement and potential Plans of Action with entities in the nuclear fuel industry.

DOE Extends Effective Date of Nondiscrimination Rule

The Department of Energy (DOE) is further delaying the effective date of its direct final rule rescinding nondiscrimination regulations. The effective date is now extended to July 6, 2026, to allow further consideration of comments and alignment with executive orders.

DOE Further Delays Nondiscrimination Rule Effective Date

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is further delaying the effective date of its direct final rule rescinding nondiscrimination regulations related to sex in education programs. The effective date is now extended to July 6, 2026, to allow further consideration of comments and alignment with executive orders.

DOE SCAC Meeting Notice - Quantum Science and User Facilities

The Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science Advisory Committee (SCAC) will hold an open meeting on March 27, 2026. The meeting will cover updates on science programs, the Genesis Mission, Quantum Information Science, and SC User Facilities, with a public comment period.

DOE Delays Nondiscrimination Rule Effective Date to July 6, 2026

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has further delayed the effective date of its direct final rule rescinding construction requirements related to nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs. The effective date is now extended to July 6, 2026.

DOE Energy and Jobs Survey: OMB Control 1910-5179

DOE Energy and Jobs Survey: OMB Control 1910-5179

Commerce Department Corrects Privacy Act Regulations

The Department of Commerce has issued a correcting amendment to its Privacy Act regulations. This action addresses an omission in a previous final rule's amendatory instructions, ensuring the regulations accurately reflect prior updates to department position titles. The rule is effective March 5, 2026.

Commerce Updates Privacy Act Regulations

The Department of Commerce has updated its Privacy Act regulations. This final rule amends the regulations by updating an agency official's position title, removing unnecessary language, eliminating redundant penalty provisions, and updating a system of records notice. These changes aim to improve accuracy and efficiency without altering substantive rights or obligations.