Administrative Session Agenda

The Georgia Public Service Commission published its administrative session agenda for April 7, 2026. The session will cover routine regulatory matters under PSC jurisdiction including electric utilities, natural gas, telecommunications, and consumer complaints. No new compliance obligations or deadlines are established by this notice.

Countries Requiring Cooperation With International Boycott

The Treasury Department published an updated list of countries requiring or potentially requiring participation in international boycotts under IRC section 999(a)(3). Nine countries are listed: Iraq, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, and Yemen. U.S. persons with operations in these jurisdictions should report boycott participation on their tax returns.

Interest Rate on ICE Immigration Bonds Set at 3%

The Treasury Department has set the interest rate on immigration bonds at 3% per annum for the period April 1, 2026 through June 30, 2026. The rate applies to cash deposited to secure U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) immigration bonds under 8 U.S.C. 1363(a) and 8 CFR 293.2.

NYSE American Rule 915 Amendment for Multi-Asset Crypto Trust Options

The SEC approved NYSE American's proposed rule change to amend Exchange Rule 915, allowing the exchange to list and trade options on Commodity-Based Trusts holding multiple crypto assets. Previously, the rule only permitted single crypto asset trusts. Each crypto asset held by the trust must continue to meet existing criteria under Exchange Rule 915, Commentary .06(c), including the $700 million average daily market value threshold. The change enables options on multi-asset crypto trusts without requiring additional Commission approval.

NYSE Arca Rule 5.3-O Amendment for Multi-Crypto Asset Commodity Trust Options

The SEC approved NYSE Arca's proposed rule change to amend Exchange Rule 5.3-O, allowing the exchange to list and trade options on Commodity-Based Trusts holding multiple crypto assets. Each crypto asset held by the trust must meet the existing $700 million average daily market value threshold and underlying derivatives contract requirements. The Exchange may list these options without additional Commission approval.

Limited Exemptions from Rule 605 for Fractional Share Orders

The SEC granted limited exemptions from Rule 605 of Regulation NMS, modifying and rescinding certain previously granted exemptive relief. The order addresses reporting requirements for broker-dealers executing fractional share orders and related interpretive issues raised by the Financial Information Forum. Market participants holding prior exemptions should review the modified terms.

Privacy of Consumer Financial Information OMB Review

The OCC published a notice requesting comment on the renewal of its information collection titled 'Privacy of Consumer Financial Information' (OMB Control No. 1557-0216). The collection is required under the Paperwork Reduction Act and has been submitted to OMB for review. Banks and other OCC-regulated institutions should monitor this renewal as it affects existing privacy reporting obligations.

Special Local Regulation for 4th of July Fireworks - East River and Upper New York Bay

The Coast Guard is proposing a temporary Special Local Regulation (SLR) for Macy's 2026 4th of July fireworks display in the East River and Upper New York Bay. The regulation would establish vessel movement controls, protection zones around fireworks barges, exclusion zones near launch sites, and spectator zones. Public comments are due May 6, 2026.

Isaac Mills III v. VR Estancia Holdings - Appeal Dismissed

The Texas Court of Appeals, Sixth District dismissed appeal No. 06-25-00105-CV for want of prosecution after pro se appellant Isaac Mills III failed to file an appellate brief despite court warnings. The appeal arose from a forcible entry and detainer action originating in Denton County. The court applied Texas Rules of Appellate Procedure 38.8 and 42.3 to dismiss.

Galvan v. State of Texas - Murder Conviction Affirmed

The Texas Court of Appeals, 8th District (El Paso) affirmed Moises Galvan's conviction for murder and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. The jury had found Galvan guilty of a January 2017 shooting outside the Bar Fly in El Paso that killed Rogelio Franco, Jr. and injured David Ortega. The court rejected Galvan's claims of jury-charge errors, erroneous exclusion of expert opinion, and speedy trial right violation.