USDA Notice on Housing Loan Program Pilot Test Environment

The Rural Housing Service (RHS) is launching a pilot program for the Section 502 Single Family Housing Guaranteed Loan Program (SFHGLP). This pilot will test delegating loan approval authority to eligible lenders, replacing the agency's pre-closing review. The program aims to streamline approvals and is authorized under 42 U.S.C. 1476(b).

Lane v. Chevron Corporation Long Term Disability Plan - ERISA Complaint

Virginia Lane has filed a complaint against Chevron Corporation's Long Term Disability Plan in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California. The case, classified under ERISA, concerns disability benefits and was filed on March 19, 2026.

Madsen v. Northampton County CCP - Mandamus Relief

The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania sustained preliminary objections in a mandamus action filed by Daniel Madsen against Northampton County entities. The court dismissed the petition with prejudice due to the petitioner's failure to exhaust administrative remedies under the Right-to-Know Law.

M.K. Madigan v. Nazareth Area S.D. - Custody Case Review

The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania issued a unanimous opinion in M.K. Madigan v. Nazareth Area S.D., a case involving custody orders. The court sustained preliminary objections in part, dismissed the petition against two respondents with prejudice, and transferred claims against the school district to the trial court.

NFI Industries v. F. Raymond, Jr. - Workers' Compensation Appeal

The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania is reviewing an adjudication by the Workers' Compensation Appeal Board (WCAB) in the case of NFI Industries v. F. Raymond, Jr. The employer appeals the WCAB's decision, arguing that the Workers' Compensation Judge (WCJ) improperly relied on medical reports admitted for a limited purpose. The court vacated and remanded the decision.

Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court Opinion on Zoning Variance Appeal

The Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court reversed a lower court's decision that affirmed a zoning board's grant of use and dimensional variances. The case involved a developer seeking to construct a multi-family triplex dwelling on consolidated lots in Philadelphia. The court's decision impacts land use and zoning regulations within the city.

M.C. Romig v. PA DOC, Sec'y. Dr. L.R. Harry - Court Opinion

The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania issued a non-precedential opinion in M.C. Romig v. PA DOC, Sec'y. Dr. L.R. Harry. The court sustained the Department of Corrections' preliminary objections and dismissed the inmate's amended petition for review concerning the Inmate Mail and Incoming Publications Policy.

FCC Open Commission Meeting Scheduled

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced an open commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, March 26, 2026. The meeting will be held by the Managing Director's bureau and is classified as a Sunshine Notice.

FCC Approves Nexstar-TEGNA TV Deal with Conditions

The FCC has approved the proposed acquisition of TEGNA Inc. by Nexstar Media Inc., subject to conditions committed to by Nexstar. This decision aims to advance the FCC's media policy objectives concerning localism, diversity, and competition within the broadcast television sector. The approval is detailed in a Memorandum Opinion and Order.

DOJ: Three Charged with Diverting US AI Technology to China

The Department of Justice announced the unsealing of an indictment charging three individuals with conspiring to unlawfully divert U.S. artificial intelligence technology and high-performance computer servers to China. The charges allege violations of U.S. export control laws through schemes involving false documents and obfuscation.