AIA Comment Supports Perchloroethylene (PCE) Extension Under TSCA

The American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) has submitted a comment to the EPA supporting an extension for Perchloroethylene (PCE) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). The comment focuses on the need for additional time to address specific concerns related to PCE.

EPA Letter to Navajo Nation on Colorado UIC Class VI Program

The EPA has issued a letter to the Navajo Nation regarding its Underground Injection Control (UIC) Class VI program for carbon dioxide sequestration. The letter addresses specific aspects of the program and provides clarification on certain requirements.

EPA Orders Cancellation of Certain Pesticide Registrations

The EPA has issued an order canceling certain pesticide registrations, as voluntarily requested by the registrants. This action follows a prior notice and comment period where no substantive objections were raised. The cancellations are effective March 27, 2026.

EPA Pesticide Registration Notice and Comment Request for USDA Application

The EPA has received an application from the USDA to register a new pesticide product, NovoFly, and a Section 18 quarantine emergency exemption request. The agency is soliciting public comment on the Section 3 product registration application, while waiving the comment period for the emergency exemption due to its urgent nature.

MPRSA Research Permit for Carboniferous Inc. Project

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a research permit under the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act (MPRSA) to Carboniferous Inc. for a specific project. This notice provides details on the permit and the project it authorizes.

Proposed Section 18 Label NovoFly for Screwworm

The EPA has issued a proposed rule for a Section 18 label for the pesticide NovoFly to control the invasive screwworm. This proposal seeks public comment on the potential use of this product for specific pest control applications.

Economic Analysis of Perchloroethylene Regulation

The EPA has posted an economic analysis related to the proposed regulation of Perchloroethylene under TSCA Section 6(a). This analysis, dated July 2023, is associated with RIN 2070-AK82 and is intended to inform the regulatory process for this chemical.

EPA Addendum for Coronado Generating Station Evaporation Pond Analysis

The Environmental Protection Agency has posted an addendum related to the evaporation pond analysis for the Coronado Generating Station. This document is part of an ongoing review process and provides additional information for public consideration.

Chemours Comment Supporting CTC Extension

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has posted a comment from Chemours supporting an extension for the Chemical Transition Rule (CTC). This document is a submission related to an ongoing regulatory process.

Proposed Rule: Extend TSCA Compliance Dates for PCE and CTC

The EPA is proposing to extend compliance dates for perchloroethylene (PCE) and carbon tetrachloride (CTC) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). The proposed extensions affect initial monitoring, exposure limits, regulated areas, and exposure control plans for non-federal entities, aligning them with federal agency deadlines.

EPA Tribal Consultation Summary for Research Project

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a notice summarizing its tribal consultation process for a research project. This document outlines the engagement undertaken with tribal nations regarding the project's scope and potential impacts.

Endangered Species Act Consultation for Carboniferous Inc. Project

The EPA has issued a notice regarding an Endangered Species Act consultation for the Carboniferous Inc. project. This document is part of the regulatory review process for the project's environmental impact.

EPA Fact Sheet for MPRSA Research Permit

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a fact sheet regarding a research permit under the Marine Protection, Research, and Sanctuaries Act (MPRSA). This document provides information about the permit and its associated research activities.

Jamin Leigh Miller Sentenced for Sexual Abuse of a Minor

The Alaska Department of Law announced that Jamin Leigh Miller was sentenced to 25 years and 6 months in prison for sexual abuse of a minor. He pleaded guilty to two counts and will be on probation for 20 years and must register as a sex offender for life.

Measles Outbreak Update: 997 Cases Total, No New Cases Reported

The South Carolina Department of Public Health reported no new measles cases since Tuesday, maintaining the Upstate outbreak total at 997 cases. The department noted that 42 days without new cases are required to declare the outbreak over, with the potential end date set for April 26 if no further cases arise.

State v. Stearns - Convictions for Murder and Rape Affirmed

The Washington Supreme Court affirmed convictions for murder and rape in State v. Stearns. The court provided further guidance on the admissibility of prior misconduct evidence under ER 404(b), clarifying the test for common scheme or plan.

State v. Krause - Severance Denial in Rape Charges Reversed

The Washington Supreme Court reversed a Court of Appeals decision in State v. Krause, concluding the trial court did not abuse its discretion in denying severance of rape charges. The court found that severance was not required to promote a fair determination of guilt or innocence for each offense.

State v. Harris - Criminal Appeal

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals has issued an opinion in the case of State v. Harris, with docket number CAAP-23-0000748. The opinion was dated March 27, 2026, and no known citations or authorities were listed.

Kona Scenic Land, Inc. v. Estate of Benjamin Nihi

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals issued a decision in the case of Kona Scenic Land, Inc. v. Estate of Benjamin Nihi. The docket number for this case is CAAP-26-0000037. No specific citations or authorities were listed as being directly impacted by this ruling.

P.H. v. D.Y. - Appeal Dismissed as Moot

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals has dismissed the appeal in P.H. v. D.Y. (Docket No. CAAP-22-0000350) as moot. The dismissal follows a review of the record and responses to orders to show cause and for supplemental briefing.

Boomlets LLC v. Otherside LLC - Judgment Affirmed

The Hawaii Intermediate Court of Appeals affirmed a judgment against Otherside LLC, This Side LLC, Peter Nascarella, and Kelly Nascarella. The appeal stemmed from a circuit court's final judgment in favor of Boomlets LLC, concerning allegations of improper fund diversion from Otherside LLC.

Parris v. 3M Company - Court Rules on PFAS Expert Testimony

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia ruled on motions to exclude expert testimony in the Parris v. 3M Company case concerning PFAS contamination. The court denied one motion entirely and granted in part and denied in part another, impacting the admissibility of expert evidence in this Clean Water Act action.

EU and CPTPP Discuss Trade, Security at WTO Conference

The European Union and CPTPP member countries met at the WTO Ministerial Conference on March 27, 2026, to discuss strengthening the rules-based trading system and reforming the WTO. They reaffirmed commitments to incorporate electronic commerce and investment facilitation agreements into the WTO framework and address market-distorting practices.

USA v. Myers - Criminal Restitution Dispute

The Ninth Circuit issued an amended opinion affirming a district court's order to turn over funds from a defendant's inmate trust account to satisfy a restitution obligation under the Mandatory Victims Restitution Act (MVRA). The court held that the MVRA applies to substantial aggregated sums from multiple sources, not just one-time windfalls.

Fifth Circuit Opinion: Detainee Pregnancy Medical Care Case

The Fifth Circuit affirmed a district court's summary judgment in favor of a jail's Medical Director, Dr. Aaron Shaw, in a lawsuit alleging denial of medical care to a pregnant pretrial detainee. The court found the detainee failed to show Shaw had subjective knowledge of a substantial risk of serious harm.

Fifth Circuit Opinion on Wrongful Death Beneficiaries Appeal

The Fifth Circuit affirmed a district court's denial of qualified immunity to two police officers in a wrongful death lawsuit. The court found that the officers' actions in shooting the fleeing suspect constituted a clearly established Fourth Amendment violation, allowing the case to proceed to trial.

Federal Register Volume 91, Issue 59

The Government Publishing Office has issued Volume 91, Issue 59 of the Federal Register on March 27, 2026. This publication serves as a notice of official government proceedings and regulatory updates.

Federal Register XML for March 27, 2026

The Government Publishing Office (GPO) has released the Federal Register XML file for March 27, 2026. This notice provides access to the official publication of federal agency rules, proposed rules, and notices for that specific date.

Federal Register XML Metadata

The Government Publishing Office has released XML metadata for the Federal Register publication dated March 27, 2026. This metadata is intended to facilitate access and programmatic use of the Federal Register content.

Federal Register 2026-03-27 MODS XML Metadata

The Government Publishing Office (GPO) has released MODS XML metadata for the Federal Register dated March 27, 2026. This release provides structured metadata for the Federal Register publication, aiding in data management and accessibility.

SAM.gov Entity Exclusions Page Not Found

The General Services Administration (GSA) has reported that the SAM.gov Entity Exclusions page, which lists debarred and suspended entities, is currently unavailable. The page title suggests it may have related to FAR overhauls and data retention, but the content indicates a technical issue.

Parkston Man Sentenced for Rape and Taking Pictures without Consent

The South Dakota Attorney General's Office announced that Quinn Scott Bormann was sentenced to 15 years in prison, with nine years suspended, for a third-degree rape conviction and fined $5,000. He also received a $2,000 fine for taking pictures without consent and must register as a sex offender.

National Green Tribunal Case on Environmental Impact Assessment

The National Green Tribunal (Southern Zone, Chennai) heard Original Application No. 77 of 2023 and Appeal No. 80 of 2022 on March 27, 2026. The case involves T. Saravanakumar and various environmental authorities regarding environmental impact assessments and related permits.

Manav Uthaan Manch vs State of Maharashtra - Tree Felling Regulations

The India National Green Tribunal has clarified regulations regarding tree felling by Municipal Commissioners in Maharashtra. The order mandates consultation with horticultural or botanical experts before granting permission to fell trees and requires immediate uploading of decisions to municipal websites and newspapers, with a three-week implementation delay unless the tree poses a grave danger.

Shakil Saifi vs State of Uttar Pradesh - Compensation Claim

The National Green Tribunal is hearing a compensation claim filed under Sections 15 and 17 of the NGT Act, 2010, following a fatal explosion at an illegal firecracker manufacturing unit in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. The applicant seeks compensation for family members who died in the incident.

Pravash Kar Mahapatra vs Ministry of Environment - Environmental Application

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has adjourned the environmental application filed by Pravash Kar Mahapatra against the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. The adjournment is sine die, pending the decision of a related Civil Appeal No. 2480/2023 before the Supreme Court of India.

National Green Tribunal: Hotel Prestige vs Uttarakhand Pollution Control Board

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) heard the case of M/s. Hotel Prestige vs. Uttarakhand Pollution Control Board on December 4, 2025. The appeal challenges an order dated October 16, 2025, passed by the Uttarakhand Pollution Control Board. The NGT has issued notice to the respondents and listed the matter for further hearing on February 20, 2026.

National Green Tribunal Judgment on Groundwater Extraction

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) heard arguments regarding groundwater extraction in Original Application No. 1046/2019 and 25/2020. The tribunal reviewed previous directions from June 19, 2020, concerning the assessment and recovery of compensation for illegal groundwater drawal by the UP State PCB.

Gudiyatham Residents vs District Collector - Solid Waste to Electricity Project

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) directed the Gudiyatham Municipality to immediately stop work on a solid waste to electricity project. The NGT noted that the municipality had not obtained the necessary Consent to Establish (CTE) from the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board (TNPCB) and had only applied for it after the application was filed. The NGT also instructed the TNPCB to ensure all municipalities follow the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026.

Kandra Battachhatri vs State Of Odisha - Environmental Case Adjournment

The National Green Tribunal (Eastern Zone Bench, Kolkata) adjourned Miscellaneous Application No. 06/2024/EZ in Original Application No. 112/2021/EZ sine die. The adjournment is pending the decision of Writ Petition (Civil) No. 6077/2023 before the Hon'ble High Court of Orissa, as its outcome will materially affect the present application.

Dillip Kumar Samantara vs State Of Odisha - Environmental Case Adjournment

The National Green Tribunal (Eastern Zone Bench, Kolkata) adjourned a hearing concerning compliance with a previous order due to a stay granted by the Orissa High Court on the original order. The Tribunal noted that further adjournments would serve no useful purpose while the High Court appeal is pending.

Mohanty vs State of Odisha - Non-compliance with NGT Order

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) issued a show cause notice to the Divisional Forest Officer, Khordha, for failing to file a compliance report as directed. The NGT warned of potential arrest and civil prison if compliance is not achieved within one month, and also notified the Chief Secretary and Advocate General of Odisha.

Mahesh Chandra Saxena vs State of Uttar Pradesh

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) heard arguments regarding compliance with previous orders on illegal groundwater drawal and compensation assessment. The NGT is reviewing the UP State PCB's actions and has directed the formation of a committee to conduct water audits and assess compensation for violations.

Nizamuddin West Association vs Union Of India

The National Green Tribunal heard the case Nizamuddin West Association vs Union of India on March 24, 2026. The hearing involved numerous interlocutory applications and execution applications related to Original Application No. 6/2012. Multiple government agencies and departments were represented, indicating ongoing regulatory oversight and potential enforcement actions.

Nizamuddin West Association vs Union Of India - Environmental Case

The National Green Tribunal heard arguments in Original Application No. 6/2012 concerning environmental issues. The hearing on March 24, 2026, involved numerous interlocutory applications and parties, including various government bodies and associations, indicating ongoing litigation and potential regulatory actions.

Jaliya Tayang vs Arunachal Pradesh Pollution Control Board

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) adjourned the hearing for Original Application No. 40/2026/EZ, filed by Shri Jaliya Tayang against the Arunachal Pradesh State Pollution Control Board. The case has been listed for admission hearing on April 21, 2026, as no appearance was made for the applicant.

S S Kumar vs CEO, Kolkata Metropolitan Development Authority - Adjournment Sine Die

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has adjourned Original Application No. 119/2024/EZ sine die. The adjournment is pending the decision of a related writ petition (W.P.A. (P) No.274 of 2024) before the Hon'ble Calcutta High Court, as its outcome will materially affect the NGT case.

Nizamuddin West Association vs Union Of India

The National Green Tribunal heard arguments in the case Nizamuddin West Association vs Union Of India on March 24, 2026. The proceedings involved numerous interlocutory applications related to Original Application No. 6/2012, indicating ongoing litigation and potential enforcement actions concerning environmental matters.

Nizamuddin West Association vs Union Of India

The National Green Tribunal heard arguments in Original Application No. 6/2012 concerning environmental issues. The hearing involved multiple parties including the Union of India, Delhi Jal Board, MCD, GNCTD, and various state pollution control boards. The case addresses ongoing environmental concerns within the specified jurisdiction.

Court Judgment on Anaithu Vivasaykalin Kanimavala vs Secretary Government India

The National Green Tribunal (Southern Zone, Chennai) issued a judgment on March 27, 2026, in Original Application No. 77 of 2023 and Appeal No. 80 of 2022. The case involves environmental impact assessment and concerns parties including government bodies and environmental organizations.