FERC Combined Notice of Filings

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a combined notice of filings published in the Federal Register. This notice serves as an informational update regarding recent filings received by the commission.

Kinder Morgan Louisiana Pipeline LLC - Intervention Deadline Notice

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a notice regarding an application from Kinder Morgan Louisiana Pipeline LLC. The notice establishes a deadline for intervention in the application process, identified by Docket No. CP26-136-000.

Chugach Electric Association - Notice of Declaration of Intention and Soliciting Comments

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a notice regarding Chugach Electric Association, Inc.'s declaration of intention. The notice solicits comments, protests, and motions to intervene from interested parties regarding this declaration.

Chugach Electric Association; Notice of Declaration of Intention

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a notice regarding Chugach Electric Association, Inc.'s declaration of intention. The notice solicits comments, protests, and motions to intervene from interested parties regarding this declaration.

FERC Notice: City of Tacoma Hydroelectric Project Amendment Application

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has accepted for filing the City of Tacoma's application for a non-capacity amendment to its license for the Cushman Hydroelectric Project. FERC is soliciting comments, motions to intervene, and protests from interested parties regarding this application.

FERC Approves NERC Reliability Standard CIP-002-8

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a notice approving North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Reliability Standard CIP-002-8. This standard pertains to the identification and protection of cyber systems within the bulk electric system.

FERC Approves Virtualization Reliability Standards and NERC Glossary Updates

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued Order No. 919, approving new reliability standards for virtualization and updates to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) glossary. These changes aim to enhance the reliability of the bulk-power system in the context of evolving technologies.

Foreign-Trade Zones Board: El Paso, Texas FTZ Site Renumbering

The Foreign-Trade Zones Board has issued a notice regarding the renumbering of sites for Foreign-Trade Zone 68 in El Paso, Texas. This administrative change updates the official designation of the zone's locations.

Marine Mammals; File No. 29456

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has published a notice regarding marine mammals, identified as File No. 29456. This notice is open for public comment for 30 days, with a deadline of April 23, 2026.

Marine Mammals Incidental to Naval Base Projects in San Diego

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a notice regarding the incidental taking of marine mammals during Naval Base Point Loma and Naval Base San Diego projects. The notice details authorizations for these activities, which are effective for one year from the date of notification by the IHA-holder.

Foreign-Trade Zone 104 Application for Subzone by Supreme International LLC

The Department of Commerce's Foreign-Trade Zones Board has published a notice regarding an application for a subzone by Supreme International LLC, doing business as Perry Ellis International, in Dublin, Georgia. This notice pertains to FTZ 104 and is part of the standard application process for establishing a foreign-trade zone subzone.

CFTC Notice of Intent to Extend Swaps Collection 3038-0090

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has issued a notice of its intent to extend the existing collection of information under OMB Control Number 3038-0090. This collection pertains to the adaptation of regulations to incorporate swaps, specifically regarding records of transactions and the exclusion of utility operations related swaps from de minimis thresholds for swaps with special entities.

Department of Defense Request for Information on 2028 War State Priorities

The Department of Defense has issued a Request for Information regarding priorities for the 2028 Department of War State, which may impact service members and their families. The agency is seeking public input on these future priorities.

BaFin Warns Consumers About Wertede Services

BaFin has issued a warning to consumers regarding the financial and investment services offered by Wertede on the websites wertede(.)com and wertede(.)cc. The operator is providing these services without the required authorization from BaFin, which is a violation of German banking law.

BaFin Warns About Festgeldplan.com Website and Identity Fraud

BaFin has issued a warning regarding the website Festgeldplan.com for offering financial services without authorization and engaging in identity fraud. The operators are falsely implying affiliation with the BaFin-supervised WPV Advisory & Asset Management GmbH & Co. KG.

BaFin Warns Festgeldplan.com for Identity Fraud

The German Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a warning against the website festgeldplan.com. BaFin suspects that the website's operators are offering financial services without the required authorization and are engaging in identity fraud by impersonating a BaFin-supervised entity. Consumers are advised to verify authorization through BaFin's company database.

BaFin Warns Consumers About Unauthorized Services on panda-financial.com

BaFin has issued a warning regarding the website panda-financial.com, stating that its operators are offering banking, financial, and cryptoasset services without the required authorization. Consumers are advised to exercise extreme caution when investing online.

BaFin Warns uk-trd(.)investments Offers Services Without Permit

Germany's BaFin has issued a warning against uk-trd(.)investments for offering financial and crypto-asset services without the required permit. The operators, claiming to be authorized by a fictitious European authority, are not supervised by BaFin and are impersonating 'UK Trade & Invest'.

BaFin Warns Wertede Websites Offer Services Without Permit

Germany's Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has issued a warning regarding the websites wertede(.)com and wertede(.)cc. BaFin states that the operator of these sites is offering financial and securities services without the required permit, which is a violation of German law.

BaFin Warns brokereins(.)com for Unauthorized Banking and Financial Services

Germany's BaFin has issued a warning against the website brokereins(.)com for offering banking and/or financial services without the required authorization. The operators are not supervised by BaFin, and the warning is based on Section 37(4) of the German Banking Act.

USDA Dog Breeding Standards: Comment Period Reopened

The USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has reopened the comment period for its proposed rule on standards for the care of breeding female dogs and exercise and socialization of dogs. This action allows for additional public input on the proposed regulations.

FSIS Revises Establishment Size Definitions for Meat, Poultry, Egg Plants

The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has issued a proposed rule to revise the definitions of establishment sizes for meat, poultry, and egg processing plants. This revision aims to update the criteria used for regulatory purposes and may affect how facilities are classified and regulated.

Oregon Supreme Court Dismisses Complaint Against Isaac Ersoff

The Oregon Supreme Court has dismissed a complaint against attorney Isaac Ersoff, upholding a trial panel's decision. The complaint alleged violations of professional conduct rules related to a probate petition. The court found the Oregon State Bar failed to prove the allegations by clear and convincing evidence.

State v. Monaco - Affirmation of Court of Appeals Decision

The Oregon Supreme Court affirmed the Court of Appeals decision and the circuit court's judgment in State v. Monaco. The court addressed two issues: the admissibility of statements made by the defendant during a police interrogation and the constitutionality of Oregon's felony-murder statute as applied to the defendant.

NAIC Reaccredits New Jersey and Tennessee Insurance Departments

The NAIC Financial Regulation Standards and Accreditation (F) Committee has reaccredited the insurance regulatory departments of New Jersey and Tennessee. This reaccreditation confirms that these departments continue to meet NAIC standards for financial solvency oversight and effective regulation of multistate insurers.

NAIC President White Discusses AI, Market Data at Spring Meeting

NAIC President Scott A. White discussed the organization's strategic priorities, including the regulation of artificial intelligence in the insurance sector and efforts to address homeowners market challenges. The remarks were delivered at the NAIC's 2026 Spring National Meeting.

Basel III Monitoring Report on Capital Requirements and Risks

The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision has released its Basel III monitoring report based on end-June 2025 data. The report, dated March 24, 2026, details the impact of the Basel III framework, including the finalisation of reforms from December 2017 and the market risk framework from January 2019. It includes interactive dashboards for various risk types.

Kai Noname v. State of Texas - Mandamus Denied

The Texas Court of Appeals, 3rd District, denied Kai Noname's petition for a writ of mandamus against the State of Texas. The court issued a memorandum opinion on March 19, 2026, denying the petition without further elaboration.

In re Dongxin MA and MA Acupuncture Center PC v. State of Texas - Petition for Mandamus Denied

The Texas Court of Appeals denied a petition for writ of mandamus in the case of In re Dongxin MA and MA Acupuncture Center PC v. the State of Texas. The court issued a memorandum opinion and denied the petition without further elaboration.

Elon Musk v. Benjamin Brody - Libel Ruling Reversed

The Texas Court of Appeals reversed a trial court's denial of Elon Musk's motion to dismiss a libel lawsuit. The court found that Musk's comment on Twitter was protected speech under the Texas Citizens Participation Act and remanded the case for dismissal.

R. F. v. Texas Department of Family and Protective Services - Parental Rights Termination

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's order terminating a mother's parental rights. The court found sufficient evidence to support the termination and rejected the mother's claim of ineffective assistance of counsel. The decision stems from a case involving child protective services and allegations of substance abuse.

Kindred v. State - Assault Conviction Appeal

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction for assault family violence, upholding a one-year jail sentence for Herman Lee Kindred. The court found no arguable grounds for appeal after an independent review of the record and counsel's Anders brief.

Steadman v. State of Texas - DWI Appeal Abated

The Texas Court of Appeals has abated and remanded the DWI appeal of Gina Ilisa Steadman to the trial court. The trial court must determine if the appellant wishes to proceed with the appeal and if her counsel has abandoned the case. A hearing will be held, and findings will be submitted to the appellate court by April 20, 2026.

John Edgar Crayton Jr. v. State of Texas - Intoxication Manslaughter Sentencing

The Texas Court of Appeals affirmed a 40-year prison sentence for John Edgar Crayton Jr. on two counts of intoxication manslaughter. The court found that Crayton forfeited his appellate complaint regarding the lack of an ability-to-pay hearing for court costs by failing to object at the trial court level.

In Re J. E. Pendleton v. the State of Texas - Mandamus

The Texas Court of Appeals denied a petition for writ of mandamus filed by J. E. Pendleton, who sought to appear in court via video conference while seeking asylum in Canada. The court found that the relator failed to provide a sufficient record to establish entitlement to extraordinary relief.

Singapore-Taipei Tax Agreement Enters Force, Lowers Withholding Tax

Singapore and Taipei have entered into a new tax agreement that lowers withholding tax rates on cross-border income flows. This agreement, effective February 13, 2026, replaces a 1982 agreement and aims to enhance bilateral trade and investment.

Mandatory GST InvoiceNow for All Businesses by April 2031

Singapore's Inland Revenue Authority (IRAS) will mandate all GST-registered businesses to use the InvoiceNow e-invoicing network by April 2031. This phased rollout, starting April 2028, aims to increase productivity and improve tax compliance through digital invoice submission. Transitional funding will be provided to offset onboarding costs.

Singapore Cambodia Double Taxation Agreement Protocol Enters Force

Singapore and Cambodia's Second Protocol to their Double Taxation Agreement has entered into force on March 6, 2026. The protocol amends the agreement to incorporate Base Erosion and Profit Shifting standards and includes a new Article 28 on Entitlement of Benefits.

Singapore IRAS: Direct Tax Bills for 1 Million Taxpayers

The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) will issue direct tax bills to approximately 1 million taxpayers starting mid-March 2026 under the Direct Notice of Assessment initiative. This aims to simplify the tax process for most individuals, who will no longer need to file a tax return. The notice also highlights that over $5 million in penalties were collected for late and non-payment for the previous tax year.

IRAS Raids Over 20 Locations for GST Refund Fraud

The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) conducted island-wide raids at over 20 locations, arresting one suspect and seizing evidence related to suspected Goods and Services Tax (GST) refund fraud. The operation targeted schemes involving fictitious purchases and inflated transactions, with businesses across Logistics and Wholesale Trade identified.

The Merchant of Tennis, Inc. v. Superior Court - Court Opinion

The California Court of Appeal modified a prior opinion in The Merchant of Tennis, Inc. v. Superior Court, adding a sentence stating each side bears its own costs on appeal. This modification does not change the underlying judgment regarding the repayment clause in individual settlement agreements for installment sales.

SCJC Consultation on Modernising Signet Order for Service

The Scottish Civil Justice Council (SCJC) is seeking feedback on a proposed new Order for Service to modernise the signet process. The consultation is open to the public, judiciary, legal profession, and court officers.

SCJC Consultation on Simplified Fees for Officers of Court

The Scotland Civil Justice Council (SCJC) is consulting on a simplified table of fees for officers of court. The consultation period is 12 weeks and ends on August 22.

SCJC Proposes Extending Protective Expenses Orders

The Scottish Civil Justice Council (SCJC) has opened a 12-week public consultation on proposals to extend the availability of Protective Expenses Orders (PEOs). PEOs are designed to allow individuals with limited financial means to access justice by covering their legal expenses in certain court cases.

SCJC Call for Evidence: Modes of Attendance Rules

The Scotland Civil Justice Council (SCJC) has issued a call for evidence regarding its rules on modes of attendance for court hearings. The consultation seeks feedback on the clarity of existing rules for in-person, virtual, and hybrid hearings, the process for requesting changes, and the impact of virtual hearings on access to and open justice.

SCJC Group Procedure Call for Evidence

The Scotland Civil Justice Council (SCJC) has issued a call for evidence regarding group procedure. This consultation seeks input from stakeholders on the current procedures and potential improvements. The deadline for submitting evidence was March 31, 2023.

Executive Order 656: Statewide strategy for adults with profound autism

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey issued Executive Order 656, establishing a statewide strategy to support adults with profound autism. This order aims to coordinate services and improve outcomes for this population within the Commonwealth.

Legal Ombudsman Decision on Property Title Advice

The UK Legal Ombudsman issued a decision regarding a complaint against Strain Keville LLP (now Law Direct Limited) concerning property title advice provided in 2011. The decision details how a failure to identify a critical charge on the freehold title led to significant financial and legal complications for the client, Mr A, when he attempted to sell the property years later.

Legal Ombudsman Final Decision on Irwin Mitchell Complaint

The UK Legal Ombudsman has issued a final decision regarding a complaint against Irwin Mitchell. The decision upholds a provisional decision that found unreasonable service in several areas, including failure to obtain prior authorization from legal expense insurers and inadequate advice on prospects of success. A remedy totalling £34,817.85 was confirmed.

Legal Ombudsman Final Decision on Stocker and Co. Complaint

The UK Legal Ombudsman has issued a final decision regarding a complaint against the now-closed firm Stocker & Co LLP. The decision upholds several of the complainant's grievances concerning the firm's handling of an investment deposit and insurance policy, recommending a payment of £54,956.58.