Spanish DPA Resolution on Procedure Termination

The Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD) has issued a resolution terminating procedure EXP202416460. This action signifies the closure of a specific enforcement or administrative process initiated by the agency.

EIOPA Revised Guidelines on Supervisory Review Process

The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) has published revised Guidelines on the Supervisory Review Process, incorporating updated regulatory developments and new supervisory best practices. These revised guidelines will become applicable on January 30, 2027.

EIOPA Updates Solvency II Guidelines on Supervisory Review and Risk Exposures

The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) has updated its Solvency II Guidelines concerning the supervisory review process and market/counterparty risk exposures. The revisions aim to align with Solvency II review outcomes, incorporate emerging risks like cyber and sustainability, and streamline existing rules.

California AG Blocks Federal Withholding of Education Funding

California Attorney General Rob Bonta secured a temporary restraining order blocking the U.S. Department of Education from withholding $4.9 billion in federal education funding from California. The order prevents the U.S. ED from enforcing demands related to FERPA compliance concerning gender identity education records.

AG Bonta Secures Emergency Order Protecting Public Health Funding

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, along with other state AGs, secured a temporary restraining order blocking the Trump Administration from terminating over $600 million in CDC grants for 14 days. The funding cuts targeted four Democratic-led states and were alleged to be politically motivated.

State AGs Oppose HUD Fair Housing Act Rollback

California Attorney General Rob Bonta, joined by 23 other state attorneys general, submitted a comment letter to HUD opposing a proposed rollback of Fair Housing Act regulations. The coalition argues that removing liability for discriminatory effects would weaken enforcement and harm marginalized groups.

Texas Election Integrity Act - Ban on Ballot Harvesting Upheld

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld Texas's ban on paid ballot harvesting, reversing a lower court's decision. This ruling allows the state to enforce provisions of the Texas Election Integrity Act that criminalize compensated vote delivery services, aiming to prevent fraud and coercion.

Texas AG Investigates Firetruck Manufacturers for Anticompetitive Scheme

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has opened an investigation into firetruck manufacturers REV Group, Inc., Oshkosh Corporation, and Rosenbauer Group for alleged anticompetitive conduct. The investigation follows complaints of dramatic price increases and delivery delays impacting Texas municipalities and fire departments.

Texas AG Sues Cord Blood Registry for Deceptive Practices

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against CBR Systems Inc. for allegedly exploiting new parents through deceptive sales practices related to cord blood banking. The suit seeks civil penalties and injunctive relief for violations of consumer protection laws.

Texas AG Sues Dallas Officials Over Police Funding

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued the City of Dallas and its officials for allegedly violating a voter-approved measure (Proposition U) that mandates increased police funding. The lawsuit claims Dallas improperly calculated excess revenue, leading to underfunding of the Dallas Police Department and failure to conduct required compensation surveys.