House Motion to Suspend Rules and Pass Balanced Budget Amendment Failed

The House of Representatives voted on a motion to suspend the rules and pass a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution. The motion failed to achieve the required two-thirds majority, with 211 yeas and 207 nays. This vote indicates a lack of consensus on this specific fiscal policy measure.

NY DOH Announces $20M for Abortion Health Care Services

The New York State Department of Health has announced a new $20 million funding opportunity for abortion health care services through the Supplemental Abortion Provider Support Fund. Letters have been issued to 22 potential awardees notifying them of their eligibility for these state grants.

EU Legislation and Regulatory Notices - March 18, 2026

The EU Official Journal for March 18, 2026, includes new legislation and regulatory notices. Key items include a regulation amending the EU's intermediate climate target for 2040, a notice on the entry into force of an agreement with Ukraine on road freight, and various commission regulations on product registrations and anti-dumping duties.

DWC Adjusts Official Medical Fee Schedule

The California Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) has adjusted its Official Medical Fee Schedule (OMFS) effective April 1, 2026. These adjustments conform to changes in the Medicare payment system as required by Labor Code section 5307.1.

Proposed Delay of Poultry Grower Payment Systems Effective Date

The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is proposing to delay the effective date of the Poultry Grower Payment Systems and Capital Improvement Systems final rule from July 1, 2026, to December 31, 2027. This proposed delay is to allow for further consideration of the rule's disposition. The agency is also requesting comments on this proposal.

USPTO Notice of Information Collection for Patent Attorney Admissions

The USPTO has issued a notice requesting public comments on the extension and revision of an existing information collection regarding the admission to practice and roster of registered patent attorneys and agents. This notice allows for a 60-day comment period before submission to the OMB.

Rural Housing Service Applicant Reference Letter Comment

The Rural Housing Service (RHS) is providing an opportunity for public comment on an applicant reference letter. This process allows individuals and organizations to submit feedback on proposed regulations or policies related to rural housing programs.

Texas Man Pleads Guilty to Bid Rigging for Air Force Projects

A Texas man pleaded guilty to rigging bids for U.S. Air Force healthcare projects totaling over $1.6 million. This is the first guilty plea in an ongoing investigation by the DOJ's Antitrust Division into bid rigging and fraud impacting U.S. military facilities.

DOJ: Maryland and Alabama men sentenced for CSAM conspiracy

The Department of Justice announced the sentencing of two men, Sean Edward Young and Jacob Parker, to a combined 64 years in prison for their roles in a conspiracy to traffic child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Young received 40 years and Parker over 24 years for their involvement with a CSAM website.

BEREC Chair Calls for Joint Efforts for Digital Europe

The incoming BEREC Chair, Alejandra de Iturriaga, has called for joint efforts to build a future-proof digital Europe. The announcement highlights the BEREC Strategy for 2026-2030, focusing on connectivity, digital ecosystems, end-user empowerment, and sustainable infrastructure.