DWC Adjusts OMFS for Hospital Outpatient Departments and ASCs

The California Division of Workers' Compensation (DWC) posted an order adjusting the Official Medical Fee Schedule (OMFS) for Hospital Outpatient Departments and Ambulatory Surgical Centers to align with the CMS Medicare Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment System April 2026 quarterly updates. The adjustments are effective for services rendered on or after April 1, 2026, as required by California Labor Code section 5307.1.

Prysmian Cables Environmental Permit Application - EGL1 Onshore Cable Seaham

The Environment Agency has published a public consultation notice regarding an environmental permit application from Prysmian Cables and Systems Limited for the EGL1 Onshore Cable project located at Spectrum Business Park, Seaham, Durham. The application covers installations, waste operations, water discharge activities, and medium combustion plant. The agency is seeking public comments before deciding whether to grant or refuse the permit and what conditions to include.

Canada Sanctions 4 Iranian Officials for Human Rights Violations

Global Affairs Canada announced sanctions against 4 Iranian senior officials under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations for involvement in gross and systematic human rights violations. The individuals—Mohsen Karimi, Ahmad Kadem Seyedoshohada, Mustafa Mohebbi, and Hassan Akharian—have facilitated and directed repressive policies against protesters and dissidents. This marks Canada's 18th round of sanctions against Iran since October 2022.

Canada imposes additional sanctions against 7 Iranian individuals

Canada has imposed additional sanctions against 7 individuals under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations. The sanctioned individuals are linked to Iranian state bodies responsible for intimidation, violence, and transnational repression targeting Iranian dissidents and human rights defenders. With these latest measures, Canada has sanctioned 222 Iranian individuals and 256 Iranian entities in total.

Alon Refining Krotz Springs v. EPA - Small Refinery Exemption Denial Vacated

The D.C. Circuit vacated EPA denial orders for small-refinery exemption applications under the Renewable Fuel Standard program. The court held that EPA's regulation requiring refineries to meet the 75,000-barrel daily throughput threshold for both the year of exemption and the prior year contradicts the Clean Air Act's plain statutory text. The case was remanded to EPA for further proceedings consistent with the court's opinion.

HB540 requires disclosure in Louisiana digital political ads

HB540 requires disclosure in Louisiana digital political ads

Highway Naming - President Barack Obama Road Designation

Louisiana House Bill 966 designates a portion of Louisiana Highway 15 as the "President Barack Obama Road." The bill passed the House on April 7, 2026 with a 96-3 vote and has been ordered to the Senate for further consideration. The legislation is sponsored by Representatives Pat Moore, Joy Walters, and Adrian Fisher along with Senator Katrina Jackson-Andrews.

HB938 Pharmacy Benefit Managers

Louisiana House Bill HB938 concerning pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) passed the House on April 7, 2026. The bill was reported with amendments by the House Insurance Committee with a 14-0 vote. The legislation carries a fiscal impact of $15,507,745 to the state general fund. The bill was prefiled on February 27, 2026, and referred to the Insurance Committee during the 2026 Regular Session.

SB190 nursing home license bill passes Louisiana Senate

Louisiana Senate Bill SB190 passed the Senate on February 26, 2026. The bill addresses nursing home licensing requirements and has been referred to the Senate Finance Committee. The legislation is sponsored by Senator Beth Mizell and includes committee amendments. If enacted, the bill would take effect on August 1, 2026, and may have fiscal implications for the state general fund.

HB987 passes, moves Louisiana Geological Survey to LSU

The Louisiana House of Representatives passed HB987, a bill to realign energy-related programs by transferring the Louisiana Geological Survey from its current placement to the Louisiana State University Energy Institute. The bill received a favorable committee report (8-0) and has advanced to third reading in the House. The fiscal note indicates no net impact to state finances from the reorganization.