Colorado Bill: Compensation for Native American Healing

Colorado Senate Bill 26-012 proposes to amend the Colorado Crime Victim Compensation Act to allow enrolled members of federally recognized tribes to receive compensation for traditional Native American healing ceremonies and practices. The bill is currently in the draft stage and under consideration by the state legislature.

Colorado Bill Expands Livestock Fund Uses for Emerging Threats

Colorado Bill HB26-1067 renames and expands the uses of the Diseased Livestock Indemnity Fund to include preparation for and response to emerging threats to livestock health. The bill was introduced for the 2026 Regular Session and concerns the agriculture sector.

Colorado Bill: Sterilization Rights for Persons with Disabilities

Colorado Bill HB26-1040 proposes changes to the sterilization rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The bill aims to prohibit sterilization against a person's will, with exceptions for imminent threats to life or health, and repeals existing processes for court-ordered sterilization.

Colorado Bill on Workforce Housing Tax Credit

Colorado's SB26-001 proposes amendments to workforce housing initiatives and the middle-income housing tax credit. The bill allows counties to appropriate funds for workforce housing and expands eligibility for the tax credit to transferees who do not own an interest in a qualified development. It also clarifies the definition of 'governmental capacity' for construction materials sales tax exemptions.

Colorado Domestic Exchange Program Establishment

Colorado Bill SB26-069 proposes the establishment of a domestic exchange program for high school seniors. The program would facilitate a two-week exchange, with students spending one week in another state and hosting students from another state. The bill is contingent on receiving $45,000 in gifts, grants, or donations by June 30, 2027.

Harmonized Acupuncture v. MVAIC - No-Fault Benefits Dispute

The Appellate Term of the Supreme Court of New York reversed a lower court's decision, granting summary judgment to MVAIC and dismissing a provider's claim for assigned first-party no-fault benefits. The court found the provider failed to establish compliance with the statutory requirement of timely filing a notice of claim with MVAIC.

CMA Referral of Viking CCUS Development Fund Subsidy

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has accepted a request for advice from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) regarding a proposed subsidy for the Viking Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) Development Fund. The Subsidy Advice Unit (SAU) will provide a report evaluating DESNZ's assessment of the subsidy's compliance with subsidy control requirements.

OCC Simplifies Bank Licensing for Institutions Under $30 Billion

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has issued a final rule amending community bank licensing procedures. This rule simplifies the process for banks with assets under $30 billion, aiming to reduce regulatory burden. The amendments are effective April 3, 2026.

US v. Robles-Lopez - Sentencing Appeal

The First Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the sentence for Crystall Kareem Robles-Lopez, finding the District Court failed to properly analyze her eligibility for a reduced sentence based on her minor role in the offense. The case is remanded for resentencing.

Cruz Construction v. Beacon Communities - Contract Dispute and Discrimination

The First Circuit affirmed a district court's summary judgment for Beacon Communities in a case brought by Cruz Construction. Cruz alleged breach of contract and racial discrimination for being excluded from a housing redevelopment project bid. The court found insufficient evidence to support Cruz's claims.