Iowa Supreme Court - Attorney Disciplinary Board v. Valerie Cramer

The Iowa Supreme Court has published its opinion in Case No. 25-1244, Attorney Disciplinary Board v. Valerie A. Cramer. The respondent is appealing findings of rule violations and the recommended sanction, arguing the proceedings lacked fairness and evidence. The court's opinion addresses these arguments.

Iowa Attorney License Revocation Appeal

The Iowa Supreme Court reviewed a grievance commission recommendation to revoke an attorney's license. The court found the attorney violated ethical rules and suspended her license for two years, overturning the revocation recommendation.

Disciplinary Board v. Allison - Attorney Discipline

The Iowa Supreme Court has issued an opinion in the disciplinary case of the Iowa Supreme Court Attorney Disciplinary Board v. Stephen K. Allison. The opinion, published on March 20, 2026, addresses a review from a grievance commission report and recommendation.

Iowa Supreme Court reprimands Stephen K. Allison

The Iowa Supreme Court has issued a public reprimand to attorney Stephen K. Allison for violating ethical rules. The disciplinary board charged Allison with repeated refusals to comply with court orders to file a jurisdictional statement during a criminal appeal, which ultimately led to the dismissal of the appeal. The court agreed with the grievance commission's recommendation for a public reprimand.

Texas Medical Board Enforcement Update and CE Tracking

The Texas Medical Board has updated its enforcement approach, introducing warning letters and letters of concern as less punitive tools for administrative and isolated violations. This change aims to streamline enforcement and reduce compliance burdens for licensees while maintaining accountability and patient safety.

FSIS Seeks Renewal for New Technology and Waiver Procedures Information Collection

The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is seeking renewal for an existing information collection regarding procedures for notifying the agency about new technology and waiver requests. This notice indicates no changes to the current collection, which is approved until July 31, 2026. Comments are requested by May 19, 2026.

FHFA: Correcting Amendment Reinstating Grandfather Exceptions to Private Transfer Fee Covenants

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) issued a correcting amendment to reinstate grandfather exceptions to restrictions on private transfer fee covenants. This rule, published on March 20, 2026, amends existing regulations to clarify specific exceptions.

Alabama Public Health: Protecting Kids from Adult Products

The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) and the Alabama Poison Information Center (APIC) have issued guidance on protecting children from common adult products like essential oils and caffeinated beverages. The guidance highlights the dangers of accidental ingestion and provides emergency contact information.

Kentucky AG: Five-Year Sentence for Pointing Weapon at Police

Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman announced a five-year prison sentence for Daniel Lewis, who pleaded guilty to three counts of Wanton Endangerment of a Police Officer. Lewis pointed an assault weapon at officers responding to a domestic disturbance call in July 2023.

Agency Information Collection Activities; Comment Request

The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) has submitted an information collection request to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. This notice provides the public with an opportunity to comment on the proposed data collection activities.