Texas AG Investigates Streaming Platform Payola Schemes

The Texas Attorney General has issued Civil Investigative Demands to Spotify, Apple Music, Pandora, Amazon Music, and YouTube Music as part of an investigation into alleged payola schemes—undisclosed payments to boost playlist placement and algorithmic recommendations. The investigation will examine whether streaming services entered into undisclosed financial arrangements with record labels, promoters, or third parties in violation of Texas law. Music streaming platforms should review their financial arrangements with record labels, promoters, and third parties for compliance with Texas consumer protection standards.

ND Ethics Commission Establishes Public Comment Period at Regular Meetings

The North Dakota Ethics Commission has adopted a policy establishing a public comment period at the beginning of each regular meeting, beginning with the March 27, 2026 meeting. Under the policy, each speaker is allotted up to ten minutes for comments, with the public comment period limited to a total of one hour per meeting, and individuals must submit a public comment request form before the meeting is called to order. The Commission's stated rationale is to ensure members of the public have a meaningful opportunity to address the Commission on issues related to government ethics, transparency, elections, corruption, and lobbying.

ND Ethics Commission Sets April 24 Meeting in West Fargo

The North Dakota Ethics Commission announces a public meeting scheduled for April 24, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the West Fargo Fire Department, 1201 10th Avenue E., West Fargo, ND 58078. As part of its initiative to increase accessibility, the Commission is holding meetings in communities across North Dakota and will include a public comment period. Additional meeting details and the public comment request form are available at ethicscommission.nd.gov.

Ethics Commission Accepting Applications Through April 30, Two Openings Available

The North Dakota Ethics Commission is accepting applications for two commission openings through April 30, 2026. Position 1 fills an unexpired term left by Dr. Cynthia Lindquist's resignation, running from June 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027. Position 2 serves a full four-year term beginning September 1, 2026. Appointments will be made by consensus agreement of the Governor, Senate Majority Leader, and Senate Minority Leader.

Hencely v. Fluor Corp. — Military Contractor State Tort Claims Not Preempted

The Supreme Court vacated the Fourth Circuit's judgment in Hencely v. Fluor Corporation (No. 24-924) and remanded the case, holding that state tort claims against a military contractor are not categorically preempted by federal law. The Court ruled that absent a federal statute to the contrary, states can regulate or hold liable federal contractors on the same terms as private companies, even when the conduct occurred overseas in a warzone. The decision reverses the lower court's dismissal of Winston Tyler Hencely's negligence suit arising from a 2016 suicide bombing at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan that killed 3 US soldiers and 2 civilians.

Enbridge v. Nessel: Equitable Tolling Unavailable for Removal Deadline

The Supreme Court reversed the Sixth Circuit in Enbridge Energy, LP v. Nessel, holding that 28 U.S.C. §1446(b)(1)'s 30-day removal deadline is not subject to equitable tolling. The Court found that the presumption of equitable tolling is rebutted by the provision's strict mandatory language, its structure within the overall removal scheme, and its distinct function as a forum-allocation rule rather than a claim-extinguishing limitations period. Enbridge had removed a Michigan Attorney General enforcement action 887 days after receiving the complaint, relying on equitable tolling to excuse the untimeliness. The ruling resolves a circuit split, with the Fifth and Eleventh Circuits having previously recognized equitable tolling in some circumstances.

State Government Ethics Act Requirements and Commission Jurisdiction Overview

The North Carolina State Ethics Commission published an overview of its role interpreting and enforcing the State Government Ethics Act and Lobbying Law. The eight-member bipartisan commission, appointed by the Governor and General Assembly leadership, requires certain state officials to file Statements of Economic Interest, complete ethics education, and adhere to conflict-of-interest standards and gift bans. The commission does not have jurisdiction over local government officials.

Privacy Commissioner Speeches and Statements Index

The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada publishes this index of speeches and statements by the Privacy Commissioner and OPC officials. The page displays 114 total items spanning 2015–2026, with topics including artificial intelligence, consent, health information, privacy breaches, privacy at work, biometrics, and youth privacy. Filtering options allow browsing by 22 topic categories and delivery year. This is a navigation portal rather than a regulatory action.

Latest OPC Canada News and Announcements

The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada published its latest news and announcements index, featuring items from April 2026 including appearances before Senate and Parliamentary committees on Bill S-5 and Canada-China EV arrangements, remarks on AI governance, and an ArriveCAN app investigation report. The page lists 741 total items across topics including children's privacy sweeps, health information protection, and cross-border data transfers. Notable commitments include Nova Scotia Power strengthening security measures and World Anti-Doping Agency limiting use of athletes' sensitive personal information.

Q1 2026 Lobbyist and Principal Reports Due April 30th

The Nebraska Accountability & Disclosure Commission (NADC) has posted a notice reminding registered lobbyists and their principals that Q1 2026 quarterly reports covering the period January 1 through March 31, 2026, are due Thursday, April 30, 2026 by 12:00 p.m. Lobbyists must file Lobbyist Form B and principals must file Principal Form C through the Nebraska Lobbyist electronic registration system at nebraskalegislature.gov. This is a standard quarterly filing reminder with no changes to existing lobbying disclosure requirements.

Commission Meeting, May 1, 2026, 9–11am, State Capitol Room 1525

The Nebraska Accountability & Disclosure Commission has scheduled an open commission meeting for Friday, May 1, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the State Capitol, Room 1525. The agenda is available as a linked PDF document. This meeting is open to the public and is one of several upcoming agency events listed on the NADC events calendar, alongside a state holiday on April 24 and upcoming filing deadlines for lobbyist reports and primary campaign statements.

2nd Primary Campaign Statements Due May 4, 2026

The Nebraska Accountability & Disclosure Commission announces that 2nd Primary Campaign Statements are due by Monday, May 4, 2026 at 12:00 PM. The filing covers the reporting period through April 27, 2026. Online filing is available for candidates and campaign committees who contact nadc@nebraska.gov to obtain electronic filing credentials.

Proposal to Reappoint Yannis Stournaras as Governor

The General Council of the Bank of Greece voted unanimously on April 20, 2026, to propose the reappointment of Governor Yannis Stournaras to the Council of Ministers, pursuant to Article 29 of the Bank's Statute. The proposal comes in view of Stournaras's current term ending on June 26, 2026. This is a procedural step requiring ministerial approval before the reappointment takes effect.

Greece February 2026 Balance of Payments: Services Surplus Rises, Travel Receipts Jump 83%

The Bank of Greece released February 2026 balance of payments data showing the services balance surplus improved modestly, driven by a 83.2% year-on-year surge in travel receipts and 44.5% increase in non-resident arrivals. The primary income account deficit nearly doubled year-on-year, while the capital account recorded a deficit of EUR 106.8 million. Greece's reserve assets stood at EUR 23.0 billion at end-February 2026, compared with EUR 15.7 billion at end-February 2025.

Greece Travel Surplus €284.8M, Receipts Up 83%

The Bank of Greece reported that the balance of travel services posted a surplus of €284.8 million in February 2026, up from €89.0 million in February 2025. Travel receipts rose by 83.2% year-on-year to €533.4 million, driven by a 44.5% increase in inbound traveller flows and a 28.7% rise in average expenditure per trip. Inbound travellers totalled 1,034.6 thousand in February 2026, with particularly strong growth from EU27 countries (up 53.8%) and other countries (up 35.0%).

State Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit Program Application Guide

California's State Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit Program provides tax credits of 20% of qualified rehabilitation expenditures, with 25% available for projects meeting specific criteria. Budgeted allocations include $2,000,000 for residential properties, $8,000,000 for buildings with QRE under $1 million, and $40,000,000 for buildings with QRE of $1 million or more (though funding is exhausted for the latter category). Property owners must submit Initial Project Applications with fees to be considered, and properties must be listed in or eligible for the California Register and/or National Registers.

20% Federal Tax Credit for Historic Property Rehabilitation

The California Office of Historic Preservation provides guidance on the federal Historic Preservation Tax Incentives Program, which offers owners of historic commercial or income-producing properties a 20% federal tax credit on Qualified Rehabilitation Expenses. The National Park Service and Internal Revenue Service jointly administer the program, with the California OHP serving as the state-level point of contact for property owners seeking to access the credit. Since August 2023, all applications and supporting documents must be submitted electronically through secure project folders obtained by emailing calshpo.tax@parks.ca.gov.

State Board Community Colleges Meet April 17

The State Board of Community Colleges has scheduled its next meeting for Friday, April 17, 2026 at 1 p.m. at the Dr. W. Dallas Herring State Board Room in Raleigh, NC. The meeting is open to the public with portions potentially conducted in closed session, and will be livestreamed on the N.C. Community College System Office YouTube channel. This is a routine meeting announcement with no regulatory changes or compliance obligations.

Presidential Search Committee Meeting, April 17

The North Carolina Community College System announces a Presidential Search Committee meeting scheduled for Friday, April 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. The meeting will be held at the N.C. Community College System Office in the A.W. Conference Room, 200 W Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27603, and livestreamed on the N.C. Community College System Office YouTube channel. The meeting is open to the public, though some portions may be conducted in closed session pursuant to state law.

2026 Awards Celebrate NC Community College Excellence

The NC Community College System, the State Board of Community Colleges, and the NC Community Colleges Foundation co-hosted the ninth annual awards dinner at The Angus Barn Pavilion in Raleigh on April 20, 2026, honoring nine recipients across signature awards, faculty/staff awards, and workforce development pinnacle awards. Recipients include Dallas Herring Achievement Award winner Cheri Landreth of Surry Community College and I.E. Ready Lifetime Achievement Award honoree Rick Hendrick of Hendrick Automotive Group, with workforce Pinnacle Awards recognizing employer partnerships across 58 North Carolina community colleges.

Minnesota High Schools Invited to Direct Admissions 2026-27

The Minnesota Office of Higher Education (OHE) is inviting new high schools to participate in Direct Admissions Minnesota for the 2026-27 academic year. The voluntary program involves 55 Minnesota colleges and universities reviewing academic records of participating high school seniors to offer proactive admission. High schools interested in joining should complete the Direct Admissions High School Interest Form by March 31, 2026, or attend one of two virtual information sessions on March 27 or March 31, 2026.

Minnesota Colleges Invited to Apply for ECFE Teacher Shortage Grant Program

The Minnesota Office of Higher Education announced the opening of the Early Childhood and Family Education (ECFE) Teacher Shortage Grant Program Request for Proposals. Up to $950,000 is available to award eligible postsecondary institutions grants of up to $250,000 each. The program aims to strengthen the pipeline of licensed teachers serving Minnesota's youngest learners, with priority for future educators from rural communities and students of color. Eligible applicants are Minnesota postsecondary institutions offering PELSB-Approved teacher preparation programs.

Minnesota OHE Receives $100K Grant to Develop Sustainable State Financial Aid Model

The Minnesota Office of Higher Education received a $100,000 grant through Lumina Foundation's Great Admissions Redesign initiative to develop, model, and test a new framework for disbursing state financial aid dollars. OHE is one of 10 grant recipients, with Lumina investing a total of $3.5 million to simplify the college admissions process and expand student access across the nation. Any changes to the financial aid model would require approval of the Minnesota Legislature.

Deciziile adoptate de Consiliul Autoritatii de Supraveghere Financiara

ASF Romania published decisions adopted by its Council on April 22, 2026. The accompanying press releases reference 2025 data showing the Romanian insurance market reached gross written premiums of 25.8 billion lei, with SAL-Fin dispute resolution helping consumers recover an additional 1.2 million lei. The page serves as a summary listing of Council decisions without providing specific details of individual measures adopted.

SAL-Fin Returns 1.2 Million Lei Extra to Romanian Consumers in 2025

ASF Romania reports that SAL-Fin, the financial sector's alternative dispute resolution system, helped consumers recover an additional 1.2 million lei in 2025. This represents outcomes achieved through the out-of-court settlement mechanism for financial disputes. The press release is primarily informational, providing aggregate statistics on consumer benefit outcomes without establishing new compliance obligations.

Romanian Insurance Market Gross Premiums Hit 25.8 Billion Lei in 2025

ASF Romania announced that the Romanian insurance market reached a gross premiums written volume of 25.8 billion lei in 2025. This figure represents a statistical milestone for the Romanian insurance sector reported by the Financial Supervisory Authority. The announcement is part of ASF's regular market reporting and press release activities.

CBU Uzbekistan Press Releases: Raiffeisen Account, Sentiment Reviews, Market Analyses, Q4 2025

The Central Bank of Uzbekistan published a list of ten press releases spanning March-April 2026, covering topics including the opening of a correspondent account with Raiffeisen Bank International, Q4 2025 consumer and business sentiment reviews, gold bar market analysis for 2025, real estate market analysis for Q4 2025, international migration and foreign exchange operations, financial literacy activities, external economic stability research, and factoring services market review. Current exchange rates are also displayed, with USD at 12042.49 UZS (down 18.06), EUR at 14147.52 UZS (down 35.69), and other major currencies listed.

Monetary Policy Seminar Held at Banking Academy

The Central Bank of Uzbekistan hosted a monetary policy seminar at the Banking and Finance Academy on April 22, 2026, continuing its ongoing programme of professional development events for banking sector participants. The seminar forms part of the CBU's broader engagement strategy with financial institutions and academic partners to strengthen monetary policy capacity. Additional CBU events covered FX market development, financial inclusion with AFI, and fintech pilot projects.

BC Ministers Issue Statements for Prevention of Violence Against Women Week

Niki Sharma (Attorney General), Nina Krieger (Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General), and Jennifer Blatherwick (parliamentary secretary for gender equity) released joint statements on April 20, 2026, marking Prevention of Violence Against Women Week in British Columbia. The ministers highlighted recent achievements including federal Criminal Code reforms shaped by B.C. priorities, advancement of Stanton Report recommendations to strengthen intimate-partner violence responses, increased maximum damages for intimate-image abuse victims, and improved family violence supports during separation and divorce proceedings. The government noted it provides more than $60 million annually to support over 475 victim-service and violence-against-women prevention programs throughout the province.

Miscellaneous Statutes Amendment Act 2026 Introduced in BC Legislature

The BC government introduced the Miscellaneous Statutes Amendment Act, 2026, to the legislative assembly on April 1, 2026, proposing amendments across seven statutory areas including the Judicial Review Procedure Act (introducing a 60-day application deadline), Fuel Price Transparency Act (industry-funded cost recovery), Zero-Emission Vehicles Act (target adjustments), housing and infrastructure statutes, tenancy acts (correcting errors and aligning evidence rules), University Endowment Land Act (ticketing enforcement), and the Correction Act (mental health crisis response and expanded ISO authority). If passed, the amendments would affect corrections, judicial reviews, tenancy disputes, fuel pricing transparency, ZEV mandates, and local governance across British Columbia.

Statement on Sikh Heritage Month

Attorney General Niki Sharma has released a statement recognizing April as Sikh Heritage Month in British Columbia, celebrating over a century of Sikh community contributions since the first Sikh migrants arrived in the early 1900s. The statement highlights BC's position as home to one of the largest Sikh populations outside India and the largest Vaisakhi celebrations in North America. The AG also references the Province's intervention in the federal challenge to Quebec's Bill 21 before the Supreme Court of Canada and the recently introduced Safe Access to Places of Public Worship Act, which would establish protected access zones around places of worship.

7-day NBKR notes auction yield 5.19%

The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic (NBKR) has announced the results of its 7-day notes auction, with the yield set at 5.19%. This represents the rate at which the central bank absorbed short-term liquidity from participating financial institutions. The auction is part of NBKR's routine monetary policy operations to manage money market conditions in the Kyrgyz Republic.

CMA Kenya and Afri Fund Capital Sign MoU to Support LAPSSET Corridor Infrastructure

The Capital Markets Authority Kenya signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Afri Fund Capital on March 9, 2026, to promote uptake of capital market products funding infrastructure projects in the LAPSSET Corridor. The agreement identifies priority areas including capital market instruments, green/ESG-labeled instruments, infrastructure-related products, and collective investment vehicles. CMA CEO Wyckliffee Shamiah stated the collaboration aims to mobilize private capital to fund priority national infrastructure projects under the National Government Agenda.

Kenya Securities Issuers Governance Score Improves to 79%

The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) released its eighth annual State of Corporate Governance Report covering 53 issuers of securities to the public. The overall governance score improved to 79 percent in FY 2024/2025, up from 74 percent in FY 2023/2024. Board Operations and Control showed the largest single-year improvement at 9 percent. Banking, Energy & Petroleum, Insurance, Manufacturing & Allied, Investment & Investment Services, and Construction & Allied sectors all achieved Leadership Ratings.

Equitable Bank Trust Powers Application Hearing May 20

The Nebraska Department of Banking and Finance published notice that Equitable Bank of Grand Island has filed an application to exercise trust powers under the Nebraska Trust Company Act (Sections 8-159 to 8-162.01). A public hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. at the Department's Conference Room, 1526 K Street, Suite 300, Lincoln, Nebraska. Formal objections must be submitted no later than 30 days before the hearing date, and written comments must be received prior to the start of the hearing to be considered.

Equitable Bank Trust Powers Application Hearing Scheduled May 20, 2026

Equitable Bank, Grand Island, Nebraska, has filed an application to exercise trust powers under the Nebraska Trust Company Act (Sections 8-159 to 8-162.01). The Nebraska Department of Banking and Finance has scheduled a public hearing on the application for Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. in Lincoln, Nebraska. Formal objections must be submitted no later than 30 days before the hearing (April 20, 2026), and written comments will be accepted until the hearing begins.

Equitable Bank Trust Powers Application Hearing May 20

Equitable Bank, Grand Island, Nebraska filed an application with the Nebraska Department of Banking and Finance to exercise trust powers under Sections 8-159 to 8-162.01 of the Nebraska Banking Act. A public hearing has been scheduled for May 20, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. at the Department's Conference Room in Lincoln, Nebraska. Formal objections must be submitted no later than 30 days before the hearing date, and written comments may be submitted up until the hearing begins.

ETFSA Oyster Global Balanced Prescient AMETF Listed on JSE Main Board

The JSE has listed the ETFSA Oyster Global Balanced Prescient Actively Managed ETF (AMETF) on the Main Board. The portfolio employs a global balanced multi-asset strategy with a strategic allocation of 75% to global growth assets and 25% to global interest-bearing assets, targeting investors with a moderate to high risk profile and a minimum seven-year investment horizon. Trading under the share code "OYSTER", the fund is housed within the Prescient ETF Scheme, with ETFSA Portfolio Management Company serving as originator and asset manager.

JSE Announces 12 South African SMEs Selected for 2026 Accelerator Programme

The Johannesburg Stock Exchange announced the 12 small and medium enterprises selected for the 2026 cohort of its SME Rise Enterprise Accelerator Programme. The eight-month programme, delivered in collaboration with the UK–South Africa Tech Hub, focuses on equipping tech-focused South African SMEs with tools to scale sustainably, access new markets, and improve investment readiness. The announcement marks the programme's fifth year, following Cohort 4 participants who achieved average revenue growth of 17% and headcount growth of 16% within nine months.

FirstRand's Cape Water Performance-Based Bond Lists on JSE

The Johannesburg Stock Exchange has listed Africa's first Nature-Linked Performance-Based Bond, the FirstRand Bank Cape Water Performance-Based Bond (FR31PB), a R2.5 billion issuance. The bond links part of investors' returns to independently verified ecological restoration outcomes, specifically removing invasive plant species from priority water catchment areas in South Africa to increase water flows into storage dams. The transaction involved RMB as arranger and structurer, with co-anchor investors including the International Finance Corporation, FSD Africa Investments, and Aluwani Capital Partners.

Bank Lending Survey BH Q4 2025

The Central Bank of Bosnia and Herzegovina published its Q4 2025 Bank Lending Survey covering corporate loans and household loans. The survey gathered responses from the eight largest banks in Bosnia and Herzegovina with a 100% response rate. Results showed that credit standards for short-term and long-term corporate loans remained unchanged in Q4 2025 compared to the previous quarter, with a net percentage of 0%. The terms and conditions for approving corporate loans also remained unchanged. The survey contains 16 standard questions on realized and expected changes in loan supply and demand across three loan categories.

CBBH Financial Statements Year Ended 31st Dec 2025

The Central Bank of Bosnia and Herzegovina (CBBH) has published its audited financial statements for the fiscal year ended 31 December 2025. Total assets stood at 18,307,804 thousand BAM, with total liabilities of 16,538,304 thousand BAM and total equity of 1,545,964 thousand BAM. Net profit for the year was 307,367 thousand BAM, with total comprehensive income of 249,457 thousand BAM. The financial statements include independent auditor's report, statements of financial position, profit or loss, comprehensive income, cash flows, changes in equity, and detailed notes covering accounting policies, financial risk management, and provisions.

Washington State DOH Lists Food Recalls Oysters Clams Adjika Beef Jerky

The Washington State Department of Health published a food recalls and safety alerts page on April 14, 2026, listing 14 separate recall events spanning December 2025 through April 2026. Recalls involve oysters and clams from Hammersley Inlet and Drayton Harbor (norovirus), canned Country-Style Adjika (botulism risk), various beef jerky products (undeclared soy lecithin), Honey BBQ Sauce (undeclared wheat and soy), Juniper Granola Junebars (undeclared milk and soy), select oysters from British Columbia (norovirus), Fu Zhou Fish Ball products (undeclared sesame and wheat), Live it Up Super Greens supplement powder (Salmonella), Bread Crumbs (undeclared egg and milk), fully cooked breaded chicken (undeclared soy), Fran's Pure Bar Almondmilk Chocolate (undeclared hazelnuts), Bengal King Jhal Chanachur (undeclared peanuts), and White Castle Original Sliders (undeclared milk and soy).

Overnight Interbank Rate Widget Page

The Bank of Mauritius maintains a public-facing widget page displaying the Overnight Interbank Rate on its official website. The page serves as a reference point for financial institutions, market participants, and analysts tracking Mauritius money market conditions. No specific rate values, regulatory obligations, compliance deadlines, or penalties are stated on the accessible page content.

Mauritius BOM Exchange Rates Reference Table

The Bank of Mauritius publishes a consolidated indicative exchange rates reference table on its markets website. The page provides links to various exchange rate resources including consolidated indicative exchange rates, indicative exchange rates of local banks and FOREX dealers, FX dealt rates, and the Mauritius Exchange Rate Index (MERI). The page is a navigation index with no substantive exchange rate data or dates provided in the source content.

FBI Milwaukee Warns Parents About Online Predators Targeting Children

FBI Milwaukee issued an open letter dated April 22, 2026, alerting parents, guardians, and caregivers to a concerning increase in online predatory activity targeting children across the United States, including Wisconsin. The advisory describes Sadistic Online Exploitation (SOE) tactics, lists potential signs of victimization such as behavior changes, unexplained injuries, and signs of animal cruelty, and provides practical tips for monitoring children's online activities. The FBI advises reporting suspicious activity to 1-800-CALL-FBI or ic3.gov and encourages use of NCMEC's Take It Down service for victims seeking removal of exploited content.

Northbrook Virginia Hydro LLC License Exemption Application - Pinnacles Hydroelectric Project

FERC has approved Northbrook Virginia Hydro, LLC and the City of Danville, Virginia to use the Traditional Licensing Process for the Pinnacles Hydroelectric Project (No. 10896-027) on the Dan River in Patrick, Henry, and Pittsylvania counties, Virginia. The notice initiates informal consultation under Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act with the Virginia Department of Historic Resources. Northbrook and the City are designated as non-federal representatives for these consultations. All license applications for Project No. 10896 must be filed with FERC by April 30, 2029.

DOT Solicits Proposals for Combating Human Trafficking Transportation Awards

The Department of Transportation has issued a solicitation for its annual Combating Human Trafficking in Transportation Impact Awards, open to transportation industry stakeholders including non-governmental organizations, industry associations, research institutions, and state and local government entities. Submissions will be accepted from April 22, 2026 through June 22, 2026. Cash prizes of up to $100,000 (first place), $50,000 (second place), and $25,000 (third place) will be awarded for the most impactful and innovative counter-trafficking initiatives or technologies.

Oklahoma Advisory Committee to USCCR Virtual Meeting Notice

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights published a notice announcing three virtual business/briefing meetings of the Oklahoma Advisory Committee via ZoomGov on Tuesday, May 5, Monday, May 18, and Monday, June 8, 2026. Meetings will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. CT (May 5 and June 8) and 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. CT (May 18). The purpose is planning upcoming panels on the death penalty and hearing from Panel I. An open comment period will be provided, and written comments may be submitted to Brooke Peery, DFO, within 30 days following each meeting.

Rollins Inc FTC Proposed Consent Agreement Non-Compete Agreements

The FTC has accepted for public comment a consent agreement with Rollins Inc., one of the largest pest-control companies in the United States operating over 700 locations with over 18,000 U.S.-based employees. The proposed order addresses alleged violations of Section 5 of the FTC Act stemming from Rollins' policy of requiring newly hired employees to enter Non-Compete Agreements regardless of position or responsibilities. Comments on the consent agreement must be received on or before May 22, 2026.