U.S. Embassy Rangoon AEIF 2026 Grants Competition Announced

The U.S. Embassy in Rangoon has announced the competition for the AEIF 2026 grants, focusing on projects that advance U.S. foreign policy principles and deliver tangible benefits to U.S. interests. Priority areas include AI and digital innovation, transnational threat security, applied education, and entrepreneurship.

Ryan Hess v. Will Pecue - Alabama Supreme Court Opinion

The Alabama Supreme Court issued an opinion in the case of Ryan Hess v. Will Pecue. The court reversed a judgment against Hess, finding that the evidence did not support the sole claim of fraud brought by Will Pecue. The case involved contracts for pier replacements.

Rhonda Kay Armour v. Southeast Alabama Medical Center - Medical Malpractice Appeal

The Alabama Supreme Court affirmed a lower court's summary judgment in favor of Southeast Alabama Medical Center in a medical malpractice case brought by Rhonda Kay Armour. The court found no error in the lower court's decision regarding Armour's negligence claims.

Phillip Duke v. Walmart, Inc. - Tort Claims Appeal

The Alabama Supreme Court affirmed a summary judgment for Walmart, Inc., and its employee Qeon Gray in a tort claim filed by another Walmart employee, Phillip Duke. The court found Duke's claims barred by the exclusive-remedy provisions of Alabama's Workers' Compensation Act.

EU Adopts New State Aid Rules for Sustainable Transport

The European Commission has adopted new State aid rules, including the Land and Multimodal Transport Guidelines (LMT Guidelines) and the Transport Block Exemption Regulation (TBER). These rules aim to boost sustainable transport modes like rail and inland waterways, updating the EU's State aid framework for land and multimodal transport. The new guidelines will enter into force on March 30, 2026.

EU Approves €260M Belgian State Aid for Carbon Capture Project

The European Commission has approved a €260 million Belgian State aid measure for Air Liquide and BASF's Kairos@C carbon capture and storage project. This aid aims to support the decarbonization of industrial processes and contribute to Belgium's climate targets.

EU Approves €200M Spanish State Aid for EV Manufacturing

The European Commission has approved a €200 million Spanish State aid scheme to support strategic investments in the electric vehicle (EV) value chain. The aid, structured as direct grants, will support manufacturing capacity for battery, energy storage, and hydrogen technologies for EVs, as well as their critical components and raw materials. The scheme is open to companies across Spain and will be available until June 30, 2026.

Arizona AG Challenges EPA Rescission of Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has joined a coalition of states, counties, and cities in challenging the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's rescission of its 2009 Endangerment Finding. This finding determined that greenhouse gas pollution from motor vehicles drives climate change and endangers public health and welfare. The lawsuit argues the rescission unlawfully disregards science and law.

Arizona AG Challenges Utility Rate Mechanism

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has challenged a recent Arizona Corporation Commission decision approving a new rate-setting mechanism for UNS Gas, Inc. The mechanism, known as the Annual Rate Adjustment Mechanism (ARAM), could lead to automatic annual rate increases for customers with limited oversight. The AG argues this shifts financial risk to ratepayers and violates due process.

Wicomico Solar Facility Public Hearing

The Maryland Public Service Commission has scheduled a public hearing for April 2, 2026, to gather comments on a proposal by Wicomico Rayne Solar, LLC to build a 5.0 MW solar generating facility in Wicomico County. The project is part of Maryland's community solar program.