Italian decrees on wine denominations and pharmaceutical drug classifications

The Italian Official Gazette published two agricultural decrees approving ordinary modifications to DOC wine production specifications for Lessona (26A01664) and Boca (26A01665) denominations. The Italian Medicines Agency (AIFA) issued determinations classifying two human medicinal products: vimseltinib-based Romvimza (Determina n. 418/2026, 26A01656) and golimumab-based Gobivaz (Determina n. 419/2026, 26A01657), pursuant to Article 12(5) of Law 189/2012.

April is Safe Digging Month

The Tennessee Public Utility Commission published an informational news article on April 2, 2026, recognizing April as Safe Digging Month. The article appears on the TPUS news page and encourages safe digging practices through the 811 one-call system to prevent damage to underground utilities.

Coalition Challenges MATS Rule Rollback in Federal Court

Minnesota Attorney General Ellison co-led a coalition of 21 states and local governments in filing a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's repeal of the 2024 Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) Rule. The coalition argues EPA failed to provide a reasoned basis for the rollback and did not adequately consider developments in pollution control technologies. The case seeks to reverse EPA's action and restore updated standards that limit emissions of mercury, arsenic, lead, and other toxic pollutants from coal- and oil-fired power plants.

AG Ellison Wins Lawsuit Against DOE, Preserves State Energy Funding

Minnesota Attorney General Ellison won a lawsuit forcing the U.S. Department of Energy to rescind its unlawful policy capping reimbursement for state energy programs at 10% of project budgets. The DOE agreed to dismiss its appeal, preserving a September 2025 federal court victory that struck down the indirect costs policy threatening millions in state funding. Minnesota receives over $22 million annually in DOE grant funding for energy programs.

AG Ellison Wins Appeals Court Ruling Blocking HUD Funding Restrictions on Homelessness Programs

Minnesota Attorney General Ellison won an appeals court ruling blocking HUD's new restrictions on Continuum of Care homelessness assistance grants. The court upheld a preliminary injunction preventing HUD from implementing funding cuts that would have reduced permanent housing funding by two-thirds and slashed renewal protections from 90% to 30%. HUD had also planned discriminatory conditions withholding funds from providers acknowledging trans individuals and de-prioritizing mental health and substance use services.

Minnesota AG Sues Trump Administration Over Unlawful Coal Plant Orders

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison, joined by Illinois AG Kwame Raoul, filed suit challenging DOE emergency orders requiring two Indiana coal plants (R.M. Schahfer and F.B. Culley) to continue operating beyond planned retirement dates. The lawsuit argues the orders exceed DOE authority under Section 202(c) of the Federal Power Act. A similar DOE order in Michigan already cost ratepayers $134 million for just six months of additional operations.

Privacy Act System of Records Correction

HUD corrects a Privacy Act system of records notice that omitted information about a modification to add a routine use for disclosing records to the Department of Treasury for fraud and improper payment prevention, per Executive Order 14249. The correction reopens the public comment period for 30 days until May 6, 2026.

HUD ServiceNow Privacy Act System of Records

HUD's Office of Chief Information Officer published a notice of a new Privacy Act System of Records Notice (SORN) for the ServiceNow platform, which supports helpdesk operations, IT management, software and asset tracking, facilities management, HR activities, and limited financial planning. The notice invites public comments through May 6, 2026. This is a routine administrative action to formally document the data system under the Privacy Act of 1974.

Privacy Act CRM System of Records Modification

HUD's Office of Field Policy and Management published a notice modifying the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system of records under the Privacy Act of 1974. The modification expands coverage from a single CRM system to include all CRM systems in use: One Stop Customer Service, HUD Central, and Microsoft Dynamics. The changes include updated system manager descriptions, revised categories of records, and added retention and disposal policies. A 30-day public comment period closes May 6, 2026.

Withdrawal of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity Guidance Documents

HUD's Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) has withdrawn guidance documents previously issued under its authority. The withdrawal, effective September 17, 2025, was announced pursuant to Executive Order 14192 (Unleashing Prosperity Through Deregulation) and Executive Order 14219 (Ensuring Lawful Governance). The action affects regulated parties in the housing sector that previously relied on FHEO interpretive guidance for compliance purposes.