WA AG Seeks Court Order to Enforce School Mental Health Grants

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown and 15 other state AGs have asked a federal court to enforce a previous order requiring the U.S. Department of Education to halt the unlawful discontinuation of school mental health grants. The department is accused of violating a December court order by only awarding grantees funding for half the budget period, jeopardizing critical student mental health services.

WA AG Secures $7 Million Settlement Over Deceptive Practices Targeting Seniors

The Washington Attorney General's Office secured a $7 million settlement with FPI Management and property owners over deceptive practices targeting over 1,000 senior tenants. The settlement requires restitution for tenants and capital improvements to apartment complexes.

MA Board of Bank Incorporation Hearing: Mutual Bancorp Merger with Bluestone Bank

The Massachusetts Division of Banks will hold a virtual hearing on February 19, 2026, regarding Mutual Bancorp's petition to acquire Bluestone Bank. The Board of Bank Incorporation will consider the impact on competition and public convenience. Interested parties can submit written comments by February 27, 2026.

MA Division of Banks Finalizes Amendments to 209 CMR 50.00

The Massachusetts Division of Banks has finalized amendments to 209 CMR 50.00, concerning parity with federal credit unions. These amendments will become effective on December 19, 2025. The changes aim to align state regulations with federal credit union regulations.

Brazil Starr Check Casher License Application - Public Comment

The Massachusetts Division of Banks is opening a public comment period for Brazil Starr, Inc.'s petition to operate as a check casher in Somerville. The comment period runs from December 15, 2025, to December 29, 2025.

Check Casher License Application Public Comment Period

The Massachusetts Division of Banks is opening a public comment period for Financial Services Company, Inc. d/b/a The Check Exchange's petition to operate as a check casher in Framingham. The comment period runs from December 12, 2025, to December 26, 2025.

Juma Financial Services Check Casher Permission in Marlborough

The Massachusetts Division of Banks is opening a public comment period for Juma Financial Services, LLC to operate as a check casher in Marlborough. The comment period runs from October 17, 2025, to October 31, 2025.

Washington DFI Joins Consumer Protection Week to Combat Fraud

The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) is participating in National Consumer Protection Week, urging residents to be cautious of fraud. The notice highlights common fraud tactics and provides resources to help consumers avoid scams, referencing over $300 million lost to fraud in Washington in 2024.

Romance Scams Warning: Dating Or Defrauding Campaign

The Washington Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) is issuing a warning about romance scams as part of the national 'Dating Or Defrauding' campaign. The campaign aims to raise awareness of these scams, which cost consumers billions annually, and provides resources to help prevent victimization.

Washington DFI Warns of AI Investment Scams

The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) is warning investors about a rise in AI-powered investment scams, including those using chatbots and deepfakes. The notice urges investors to exercise caution and outlines steps to verify investment professionals and identify fraudulent schemes.