Kansas Revises State General Fund Revenue Estimates for FY 2026-2027

The Consensus Estimating Group met on April 20, 2026 to revise the November 13, 2025 State General Fund (SGF) estimates for FY 2026 and FY 2027. The revisions include the estimated impact of all 2026 legislation signed into law thus far. Any legislation affecting the SGF enacted after April 20, 2026 will be quantified in a separate legislative adjustments report. Consensus revenue estimates are based on current federal and state laws and their current interpretation.

Monetary Policy Council Meeting Minutes, 7th April 2026

The National Bank of Romania (BNR) published the minutes of its Monetary Policy Council meeting held on 7 April 2026. The document records the council's deliberations and policy positions at that session. As an informational record of a central bank monetary policy body, this publication provides transparency into BNR's decision-making process without imposing new regulatory obligations.

Romanian National Bank Hosts Sixth Open Doors Event

The Romanian National Bank (BNR) has announced its sixth annual Open Doors event (Zilele Porților Deschise), inviting members of the public to attend. This public outreach initiative aims to enhance transparency and engagement between the central bank and citizens. No regulatory changes or compliance obligations are associated with this announcement.

Romania Bank Survey on Company and Population Lending

BNR has published its bank lending survey for non-financial companies and the population. This is a regular statistical publication providing data on credit conditions. The survey covers lending standards, demand, and terms for both corporate and retail borrowers.

NSE Lists 13 Companies for Trading Effective April 23, 2026

The National Stock Exchange of India has formally admitted securities of 13 companies to dealings on its Capital Market segment effective April 23, 2026. The listed companies include Baid Finserv Limited, ESAF Small Finance Bank Limited, Greenply Industries Limited, ICICI Bank Limited, ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited, ITC Limited, Kfin Technologies Limited, Lords Chloro Alkali Limited, Onesource Specialty Pharma Limited, Sammaan Capital Limited, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Limited, Viyash Scientific Limited, and Windsor Machines Limited. The circular specifies designated security codes and lot sizes per Annexure pursuant to NSE Capital Market Trading Regulations.

Brookfield India REIT 80.5M Units Admitted to Trading Effective April 23

The National Stock Exchange of India admitted 80,495,356 units of Brookfield India Real Estate Trust (BIRET) to its Capital Market segment effective April 23, 2026. Units were allotted on a Qualified Institutions Placement (QIP) basis at a price determined at issuance, credited under temporary ISIN INE0FDU25010 pending full activation. Trading will be conducted in lot sizes as specified in the Annexure, with the security identified by its designated codes only.

Cyber Security Audit Mandate for Trading Members, June 2026

NSE India has published audit timelines for trading members to conduct and submit cyber audits under SEBI's Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience Framework (CSCRF), with preliminary audit report submissions due June 30, 2026 and corrective action report (ATR) submissions due September 30, 2026, categorized by entity size (Qualified REs, Mid-size/Small REs, and Rest of REs). The directive mandates that no audit cycle shall be left unaudited when entity category changes at the start of a financial year, requiring the unaudited period to be included in the current audit cycle. Non-compliant trading members face financial disincentives and disciplinary actions as specified in Annexure D.

EU Council and Parliament Strike Provisional Deal on Social Security Coordination

The Cyprus presidency of the Council reached a provisional agreement with the European Parliament on updated rules for coordinating national social security systems across the EU. The deal aims to modernise, clarify, and simplify social security coordination while strengthening fair labour mobility and protecting citizens' rights. It focuses on five key areas: unemployment benefits, long-term care benefits, access to welfare benefits for economically inactive persons, family benefits, and applicable legislation for posted workers and persons working in two or more member states. The agreement must still be formally adopted by both institutions following legal-linguistic revision before becoming binding.

Kirsten Joppe Appointed Head of EUPM Moldova, Takes Office 25 April

Kirsten Joppe, a German governance expert with over two decades of experience in peace operations and human rights, was appointed Head of Mission for the European Union Partnership Mission in Moldova (EUPM Moldova) by the EU's Political and Security Committee. She will assume duties on 25 April 2026, succeeding Cosmin Dinescu. Joppe previously served as Deputy Head of Mission and Chief of Staff at EUPM Moldova since November 2024, after more than six years in Ukraine with the European Advisory Mission to Ukraine (EUAM), where she oversaw strategic reform, digitalisation, human rights, gender equality, and anti-corruption.

Delaware FY25 Single Audit, $4.1B Federal, 26 Findings

The State of Delaware's FY25 Uniform Guidance Single Audit (fiscal year ended June 30, 2025) reports $4.1 billion in federal awards across 18 major programs administered by state agencies. The audit identified 26 findings total: 11 material weaknesses and 15 significant deficiencies found within 12 of the 18 programs, including 15 repeat findings from FY24. CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP issued seven qualified opinions and one disclaimer of opinion on the State of Delaware's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

Delaware State Housing Authority FY25 Financial Statement Audit Unmodified Opinion Two Deficiencies

The Delaware Office of State Auditor issued an unmodified opinion on the Delaware State Housing Authority's FY25 financial statements covering the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, with total assets of $732,459,779 (up 3.8% from FY24). The audit identified two significant deficiencies: staffing shortfalls that delayed financial statement preparation after the Section Manager resigned in July 2025 and a consultant engaged in August 2025 encountered significant difficulties; and three material misstatements requiring journal entry adjustments of $1,000,000, $688,016, and $5,864,456. One finding was a repeat issue from the prior year. Management has committed to implementing corrective actions including revised internal controls and enhanced review processes by March 31, 2026.

DSHA Single Audit Identifies 8 Deficiencies, 6 Recurring

The Delaware Office of State Auditor published its Single Audit for the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) covering fiscal year ended June 30, 2025. The audit identified eight significant deficiencies: two in internal controls over financial reporting and six regarding Uniform Guidance compliance. Six of these findings are recurring from fiscal years 2022–2024, indicating that prior corrective action plans were not effectively implemented, thereby increasing compliance risk. Findings include $168,055 in potentially fraudulent COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance, of which $82,709 remained uncollected as of June 30, 2025. DSHA has communicated a corrective action plan for each finding with target dates for remediation.

Robert Storch Nominated as Delaware's First Inspector General

Governor Matt Meyer of Delaware has nominated Robert Storch to serve as Delaware's first Inspector General, establishing a new oversight position in state government. The nomination represents an expansion of government accountability mechanisms in the First State, with the new office expected to conduct audits, investigations, and oversight of state agencies and programs.

Governor Meyer Establishes Delaware Election Security Task Force

Governor Meyer has established the Delaware Election Security Task Force to address election infrastructure and security concerns in the state. The task force creation was announced on April 22, 2026. The announcement did not specify task force membership, meeting schedule, or reporting requirements.

February 2026 Local Employment Unemployment Data Released for Wisconsin

The Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development released U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates of employment and unemployment statistics for metropolitan areas, major cities, and counties in Wisconsin for February 2026. Nonseasonally adjusted data shows unemployment rates increased in all 13 metropolitan areas over the month and over the year. Of Wisconsin's 35 largest cities, unemployment increased in 34 over the year (Superior was the only city with a year-over-year decrease). Among counties, 71 saw month-over-month increases while Clark County was the sole county with a monthly decrease.

CLIA Regulations (CMS-R-26) Comment Period Ends June 22

CMS published a 60-day Paperwork Reduction Act notice announcing the opportunity for public comment on two CLIA-related information collection requests. The first is a revision of the currently approved CMS-R-26 collection (OMB Control No. 0938-0612), covering CLIA regulations with 49,626 respondents and 14,514,802 total annual burden hours. The second is an extension of deeming authority for private nonprofit accreditation organizations and state laboratory programs under CLIA. Comments must be submitted by June 22, 2026.

CMS External Quality Review Regulations for Medicaid, CHIP

CMS is seeking public comment on a revision to an existing approved information collection under the Paperwork Reduction Act, specifically for External Quality Review (EQR) activities related to Medicaid and CHIP managed care. The collection involves 681 respondents generating 7,236 responses annually and accounting for 887,086 total annual hours. Comments must be submitted to the OMB desk officer by May 22, 2026.

CMS Medicaid State Plan Eligibility Comment Period Ends May 6

CMS is seeking public comment on a revised Medicaid State Plan Eligibility template (CMS-10434 #15, OMB control number 0938-1188) that incorporates changes under section 71109 of the Working Families Tax Cut (WFTC) legislation, limiting federal financial participation for full Medicaid coverage to U.S. citizens or nationals and specific noncitizen groups (lawful permanent residents, Cuban/Haitian entrants, and COFA migrants). The revised template includes required attestations for emergency Medicaid coverage and coverage during the reasonable opportunity period pending verification of citizenship or immigration status. Comments must be received by May 6, 2026, and will be considered by CMS before finalization.

CMS-R-185 Deeming Authority and CLIA Exemption PRA Notice

CMS published a 60-day Paperwork Reduction Act notice inviting public comment on two information collection packages related to the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program. The first package (CMS-R-26, OMB Control No. 0938-0612) is a revision covering CLIA laboratory regulations including personnel and histocompatibility requirements, with 49,626 respondents and 14,514,802 total annual hours. The second package (CMS-R-185) is an extension covering the granting and withdrawal of deeming authority for private nonprofit accreditation organizations and CLIA exemptions for state laboratory programs under 42 CFR part 493. Comments must be received by June 22, 2026.

SEC Extends Response Deadline in Visionary Trading Administrative Proceeding

The SEC granted the Division of Enforcement's motion for an extension of time to respond to Andrew Actman's April 15 filing in the Visionary Trading administrative proceeding. The Division must now file its response by May 6, 2026, and Respondent Actman may file a reply by June 5, 2026. Actman had previously withdrawn his March 20 motion to vacate the 2014 final order and sanctions and instead moved to modify that order to include a finding that his 2014 conduct does not constitute a statutory disqualification under Section 3(a)(39) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

Bryant Guayara Order to Show Cause

The SEC ordered Bryant Guayara to show cause by May 6, 2026, why he should not be deemed in default for failing to file a required answer in an administrative proceeding initiated under Section 15(b) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Guayara was served with the Order Instituting Proceedings on February 18, 2026, but has not filed an answer as of April 22, 2026. If Guayara fails to respond, the Division of Enforcement must file a motion for default and sanctions by June 3, 2026, and the SEC may determine the proceeding against him without a public hearing.

Capellini v. FINRA - SEC Grants Motion for Supplemental Briefing on Constitutionality of FINRA Disciplinary Process

Suzanne Marie Capellini filed a motion on April 10, 2026, requesting leave to submit supplemental briefing addressing recent case law concerning the constitutionality of the process by which FINRA disciplined her. The SEC has granted this motion and accepted Capellini's proposed supplemental brief as filed. FINRA may file a response not to exceed 5,000 words by May 22, 2026.

Apple Products Do Not Infringe Masimo Patents — ITC Terminates Modification Proceeding

The U.S. International Trade Commission has determined not to review an initial determination issued by an administrative law judge on March 18, 2026, finding that Apple's second redesigned products do not infringe the asserted patents in the underlying Section 337 investigation. The combined modification and enforcement proceeding was terminated on April 17, 2026, with the conclusion that the redesigned products fall outside the scope of the limited exclusion order issued against Masimo. This decision allows Apple's accused products to continue being imported and sold in the United States without exclusion under the original remedial orders.

ITC Corrects Scope of Investigation in Electric Aircraft Public Interest Proceeding

The International Trade Commission issued a correction to FR Doc. 2026-07152, adding a new numbered paragraph (3) to the scope of investigation specifying the role of the presiding administrative law judge in taking evidence and providing findings on public interest factors. The correction also redesignates existing paragraphs (3) and (4) as (4) and (5), and clarifies that the correction does not change the date of institution of the investigation.

ITC Determines US Industry Materially Injured by Algeria Rebar Imports

The United States International Trade Commission has issued an affirmative final determination in Investigation No. 731-TA-1751 (Final), finding that the domestic steel concrete reinforcing bar (rebar) industry is materially injured by reason of imports from Algeria sold at less than fair value (LTFV). The petition was filed by the Rebar Trade Action Coalition of Washington, DC, and Commerce had previously made an affirmative preliminary LTFV determination. The Commission conducted a public hearing on March 3, 2026, and filed its determination on April 17, 2026. This affirmative injury determination, pursuant to Section 735(b) of the Tariff Act of 1930, clears the path for Commerce to issue antidumping duty orders on Algerian rebar.

FXPlus £120k Maintenance Contract for Partitions Seating and Racking

Falmouth Exeter Plus (FXPlus) has published a £120,000 service contract opportunity for the maintenance of movable partitions, raked seating, and racking systems at its Penryn and Falmouth Campuses in Cornwall. The contract has a 36-month fixed term commencing 1 August 2026, with the option to extend for two additional 12-month periods. The procurement uses an open procedure, allowing any interested supplier to submit a tender by the 29 May 2026 deadline. The contract is listed as suitable for SMEs but not VCSEs.

WWF-UK Literature Review, Climate-Biodiversity-Wellbeing Trade-offs

WWF-UK is inviting competitive quotation responses for a literature review on climate-biodiversity-wellbeing trade-offs and synergies under the Integrated Landscape Assessment framework. Suppliers must express interest by 5 May 2026 to receive tender documents via the Coupa procurement platform. The contract has a £20,000 budget for the 2026/2027 financial year, with work scheduled from 1 June to 31 August 2026.

False Imprisonment Statute of Limitations Ruling Reversed

The Tennessee Court of Appeals reversed the Wilson County Circuit Court's dismissal of Robert-Henry Butts IV's false imprisonment claim against Officer Jacob Berti, holding that the statute of limitations for false imprisonment does not begin to run until the imprisonment ends. The plaintiff was detained on November 1, 2022, and filed his complaint while still incarcerated, making his claim timely. The appellate court remanded the case for further proceedings, declining to address the plaintiff's abandoned assault and battery claim.

Hunter v. Cooper - Recusal Appeal Affirmed

The Tennessee Court of Appeals affirmed the trial court's denial of Father's motion for recusal on April 22, 2026, finding no error in the ruling. The appellate court applied de novo review under Tenn. Sup. Ct. R. 10B to the recusal motion Father filed in this parenting order modification case.

Alaska Business License Statutes AS 43.70 — March 2026 Compilation

The Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development republished the Alaska Business License Act (AS 43.70) as of March 6, 2026, consolidating statutes governing state business licensing, fees, and endorsement requirements. The compilation includes statutory provisions requiring a $50 annual license fee (reduced to $25 for qualifying sole proprietors age 65+ or disabled veterans), a $250,000 surety bond for oil and gas businesses, and a $100 endorsement fee for tobacco product retailers. Businesses operating without a current license face civil fines of up to $300.

Direct Entry Midwifery Legend Drugs and Devices Proposed Rules Comments Due April 30

The Oregon Health Authority Health Licensing Office and Board of Direct Entry Midwifery have filed proposed administrative rules governing legend drugs and devices for direct entry midwives. The proposed rules require applicants to pass a written examination plus three skills examinations covering injection administration, intravenous therapy, and suturing before licensure. Currently licensed direct entry midwives must retake both the written and skills assessment examinations every three years for license renewal. Comments will be accepted through April 30 2026 at noon with a public hearing scheduled for April 29 2026 from 10 a.m. to noon. Permanent rules are scheduled to become effective July 1 2026.

Board of Sign Language Interpreters Meeting April 20, 2026

The Oregon Health Authority's Board of Sign Language Interpreters has scheduled a public meeting for Monday, April 20, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. The notice warns that the meeting may be canceled if one or more new SLI Board members are not appointed before the meeting date, or if the requisite number of sign language interpreters have not confirmed availability and attendance within 48 hours of the meeting. Information on public attendance is available through the HLO Public Meetings page.

CTE Funding Up $65M, 3,000 More Students Enroll

Under the Shapiro Administration, funding for career and technical education (CTE) in Pennsylvania has increased by $65 million — nearly 50 percent — since Governor Shapiro took office in 2023, resulting in an additional 3,000 students enrolling in CTE classes across the Commonwealth. The Tunkhannock Area School District received $39 million in Basic Education Funding and Ready to Learn Block Grant funding over the past three years. The district saw the percentage of students earning at least one industry-recognized credential rise from 33.5 percent during 2022-23 to more than 56 percent during 2024-25.

93-Count Indictment Against BridgePort Digital and 11 Individuals for Ohio TechCred Grant Fraud

On February 23, 2026, a Cuyahoga County grand jury returned a 93-count indictment against BridgePort Digital and 11 individuals for grant fraud involving the Ohio TechCred Grant Program. The Ohio Inspector General's investigation, prompted by a complaint from the Ohio Department of Development, found nearly $1 million in improper reimbursements for IT training involving ineligible recipients and inflated claims. The indictment includes charges of Engaging in a Pattern of Corrupt Activity, Conspiracy, Theft, Telecommunications Fraud, Tampering with Records, and Forgery. The Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office will prosecute the case.

Ohio OIG Releases 2025 Annual Report Summarizing 811 Investigations

Inspector General Randall Meyer released the Office of the Ohio Inspector General 2025 Annual Report, covering investigations from January 1 through December 31, 2025. The report, required by statute, has been presented to the Governor and each member of the Ohio General Assembly. Since Meyer's appointment in 2011, the office has released 811 reports of investigation, issued 1,628 recommendations to agencies, and identified over $250 million in losses to the State of Ohio. The annual report is available free of charge to the public.

BridgePort Digital Group and Five Companies Colluded in TechCred Fraud, Ohio OIG Finds

Ohio OIG Investigation 2025-CA00007 found that BridgePort Digital Group, an IT training provider, and five companies (CTD Entertainment Management LLC, Head to Head Outreach Inc., Naturally Cynthia LLC, Rayal Transportation LLC, and Reece Investigations and Security Consultants LLC) colluded to obtain improper reimbursements from the Ohio Department of Development's TechCred Grant Program. Investigators subpoenaed and reviewed bank records revealing that BIA invoices and company checks submitted to ODEV for reimbursement did not reflect actual payments made to BIA for employee trainings. The reimbursements were split between BIA and the five companies, and two company owners admitted they either had no employees or did not recognize the names of employees submitted for TechCred reimbursement. The investigation is being referred to the Franklin County Prosecutor's Office and the Ohio Auditor of State.

Ecuador GDP Grows 3.7% in 2025 Driven by Exports and Investment

Ecuador's economy grew 3.7% in 2025, reversing the prior year's contraction, driven by a 6.4% increase in non-oil exports (shrimp, cocoa, bananas, canned fish, and mining products), 5.6% investment growth, and 2.7% household consumption growth. Sixteen of twenty economic sectors reported positive growth, with financial activities and insurance leading at 9.8%, followed by agriculture and livestock at 8.6%, and food manufacturing at 8.5%. The fourth quarter of 2025 showed even stronger momentum, with 5.0% growth year-over-year, accelerating from a 1.0% contraction in Q4 2024.

Bioeconomy Represents 16.6% of Ecuador's 2024 GDP

The Banco Central del Ecuador (BCE) published its thematic bioeconomy account showing the sector represented 16.6% of national GDP at end-2024. The bioeconomy contracted by -0.6%, outperforming the overall national GDP contraction of -1.9%, demonstrating greater resilience. The sector is characterized by high self-sufficiency, growing international market orientation, and increasing value-added activities contributing to economic diversification and sustainability.

Ecuador Financial Policy Board and Central Bank Release 2025 Accountability Report

The JPRFM (Junta de Política y Regulación Financiera y Monetaria) and BCE (Banco Central del Ecuador) held their 2025 fiscal year accountability event on April 20, 2026, with President Gustavo Camacho Dávila and BCE General Manager Jorge Ponce presiding. The institutions reported 21 resolutions including financial relief measures, international reserves of approximately USD 9.8 billion, liquidity facilities of USD 3.34 billion, institutional equity of USD 4.33 billion, and gold purchases from small-scale miners exceeding USD 73.30 million. The event also highlighted over 400 statistical publications, 12 academic studies, and cultural outreach reaching over 150,000 museum visitors.

ED Proposes Rule Holding Colleges Accountable for Low Graduate Earnings

The U.S. Department of Education issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) establishing a postsecondary accountability framework based on graduate earnings outcomes. Under the proposal, undergraduate programs where typical graduates earn less than high school graduates, and graduate programs where graduates earn below the average bachelor's degree holder, would lose eligibility for federal student loans and potentially Pell Grants. The public comment period closes on May 20, 2026.

Four Kansas School Districts Violated FERPA and Title IX

The Department of Education's Student Privacy Policy Office (SPPO) and Office for Civil Rights (OCR) found that four Kansas school districts—Kansas City, Kansas Public School District; Olathe Public Schools; Shawnee Mission School District; and Topeka Public Schools—violated FERPA and Title IX. SPPO determined the districts had policies likely preventing schools from notifying parents of their child's gender transition, infringing on parental rights under FERPA. OCR concluded that Kansas City, Olathe, Shawnee Mission, and Topeka violated Title IX with policies allowing students to use restrooms, locker rooms, and changing rooms based on gender identity, and that Kansas City and Topeka allowed male students to participate in female athletics based on gender identity. The Department issued proposed Resolution Agreements requiring policy changes or potential termination of federal funding.

Kyle Byrnes Communications Director Media Relations Contact

NC OSHR provides media relations contact information for Communications Director Kyle Byrnes, reachable at (984) 352-5495 and kyle.byrnes@nc.gov. This page serves as the primary media inquiry point for the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources.

十部门联合公布《促进和规范电子单证应用规定》 9月施行

国家网信办、工业和信息化部、公安部、交通运输部、商务部、中国人民银行、海关总署、税务总局、市场监管总局、金融监管总局十部门联合发布《促进和规范电子单证应用规定》，自2026年9月1日起施行。《规定》涵盖促进和规范电子单证应用的原则、部门职责、促进措施、可靠性与安全性要求、监督管理及法律责任等内容，旨在提升货物贸易和运输的数字化、便利化水平，服务数字经济高质量发展。

China Cybersecurity Association Recruiting 2 Business Positions, Master's Required

中国网络空间安全协会于2026年4月18日发布公开招聘公告，面向社会招聘业务岗工作人员2名，报名截止时间为2026年5月15日。招聘要求包括硕士研究生及以上学历，年龄不超过38周岁，网络空间安全、信息安全、人工智能等相关专业优先。招聘程序包括简历投递、资格审查、笔试（占比40%）和面试（占比60%），计划于2026年6月至7月完成考察体检并办理入职手续。

2026优质网络主播中国行在山西晋城启动

2026年"行神州'播'天下——优质网络主播中国行"启动仪式在山西晋城举行，由中央网信办副主任牛一兵、山西省委常委张碧涌出席并致辞。启动仪式发布了2026年第一批优质直播间（主播）名单并现场颁发证书，同时发布了优质网络主播培育工程官网。活动聚焦红色传承、科技创新、非遗文化、和美乡村、兴边富民等主题开展学习实践，约150人参加启动仪式。

Missouri Office of Administration Financial Reports Listing

Missouri Office of Administration Division of Accounting publishes a reports listing page accessible at oa.mo.gov/accounting/reports. The page provides links to Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports, Appropriation Activity Reports, Statewide Cost Allocation Plan, OASDHI Program Annual Reports, Monthly Financial Reports including appropriation and financial summaries for all funds and general revenue, and Debt Related Reports covering State Debt and Board of Fund Commissioners Debt Information. Contact information is provided for the Division of Accounting office in Jefferson City.

Missouri State Expense Report Template

The State of Missouri provides a standardized Monthly Expense Report form (MO 300-1189, revised 10-2021) for state employees to document reimbursable business expenses. The form captures employee identification, travel dates and mileage, meal and lodging costs, and requires certification that expenses were necessary for state business and have not been reimbursed from other sources. The form includes fields for department coding, approval signatures, and optional military service disclosure for Missouri veterans' services referral.

Missouri State Monthly Expense Report Form

The Missouri Office of Administration publishes Form MO 300-1189 (10-2021), a standardized Monthly Expense Report for state employees to document travel, lodging, meals, and mileage for reimbursement. The form includes certification language requiring employees to affirm expenses were necessary for state business and have not been reimbursed from any other source, with fields for approval signatures and accounting coding.

EDPB Guidelines on Lawful Personal Data Processing in Scientific Research

The European Data Protection Board (EDPB) adopted guidelines on 15 April 2026 clarifying the application of GDPR to scientific research, responding to practical questions from the research community. The guidelines define six indicative factors for determining when an activity qualifies as scientific research under GDPR and address legal bases including public interest, legitimate interest, and consent models (broad and dynamic consent) where initial research goals are not fully specified at data collection. Research organisations must document purpose, legal basis, and safeguards at project-design stage.

Information Commissioner Meets KPK President, Strengthens Rule of Law Cooperation

On 20 April 2026, Information Commissioner dr. Jelena Virant Burnik held an introductory meeting with Commission for the Prevention of Corruption (KPK) President Katarina Bervar Sternad. Both officials emphasized the importance of their independent institutions' roles in strengthening the rule of law and agreed to continued cooperation. The meeting represents standard inter-agency coordination between Slovenia's two transparency-focused bodies with no regulatory or compliance implications.