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New York AI Regulations and Data Center Moratorium Take Effect in 2027
New York's RAISE Act and data center moratorium begin January 1, 2027, impacting AI compliance and infrastructure regulation.
FBI reportedly told to stop investigating ICE confrontations, agencies deny
Reports say FBI was instructed to halt probes into ICE incidents, but DOJ and DHS deny policy change amid scrutiny of ICE enforcement.
Trump Threatens Tariffs on Canada Over Wildfires, Raising Trade Concerns
Trump threatens tariffs on Canada citing wildfire impact, but legal experts say such action likely violates USMCA and WTO rules, escalating trade tensions.
USCIS Revives Public Charge Rule Tightening Green Card Eligibility
USCIS will deny green cards to immigrants using public benefits under a new 2026 policy reinstating the broader public charge rule.
Redi-Bag USA Pays $7.3M for Customs Fraud on Country of Origin
Redi-Bag USA settles for $7.3M over misrepresenting Chinese goods' origin, highlighting DOJ's crackdown on trade compliance.
Senator Wyden Files Hatch Act Complaint Against RFK Jr. for Iowa Calls
Senator Ron Wyden filed a Hatch Act complaint against RFK Jr. alleging improper political pressure on Iowa Libertarian candidates in June 2026.
CMS Proposes Limits on Outsourced Remote Monitoring Under Medicare
CMS proposes new Medicare rules restricting outsourced remote physiologic and therapeutic monitoring, impacting healthcare compliance and contracts.
Court Clears Way for Importers to Recover IEEPA-Imposed Duties
US court rulings enable importers to reclaim tariffs imposed under IEEPA, impacting trade compliance and duty refund claims.
2026 State AG Races Point to Enforcement Shifts Businesses Must Track
State attorney general races in 2026 are drawing record funding and signal shifts in enforcement that legal teams must monitor closely.
USCIS Hits FY 2027 H-1B Visa Cap, Signaling Tight Hiring Market
USCIS reached FY 2027 H-1B visa cap with 85,000 visas allocated and demand strong despite fewer registrations, impacting corporate hiring strategies.
Court Halts Enforcement of California's Truth in Labeling Law
A federal judge issued a preliminary injunction blocking California's SB 343 enforcement amid constitutional challenges.
Sixth Circuit Reinstates Builder's Risk Coverage, Rejects Insurer's Denial
The Sixth Circuit rejected an insurer's procedural defense to builder's risk coverage, clarifying legal standards for construction insurance claims.
Investigation Targets White House Teleprompter Operator for Insider Trading
Federal regulators investigate a White House teleprompter operator for insider trading using Kalshi prediction market trades on Trump speeches.
FERC Directs NERC to Develop Data Center Power Reliability Standards
FERC orders NERC to create specific power grid reliability standards for data centers, impacting legal compliance for operators and counsel.
Legal Teams Drive 19.5% of Enterprise AI Use, Heightening GC Governance Role
Legal departments lead enterprise AI adoption with 19.5% of usage, pushing GCs to strengthen oversight and policies for risk management.
Italian Court Convicts 32 Over 2018 Genoa Bridge Collapse
An Italian court convicted 32 individuals for the 2018 Genoa bridge collapse, highlighting legal accountability in infrastructure safety and corporate compliance.
9th Circuit Blocks FinCEN’s Border Cash Rule Targeting Cartel Funds
The 9th Circuit blocks FinCEN's Geographic Targeting Order, disrupting US anti-cartel financial enforcement at the Mexico border.
ICE to Equip All Field Offices With Body Cameras Within 60 Days
DHS confirms all ICE field offices will have body cameras within 60 days, increasing oversight amid recent fatal shootings.
DOE Proposes Changes to Appliance Energy Conservation Rulemaking Process
DOE proposes revisions to federal appliance energy conservation standards rulemaking, impacting legal and regulatory compliance processes.
France’s Anti-Corruption Agency Issues First Financial Penalties
In July 2026, France’s Anti-Corruption Agency imposed its first fines under Sapin II, signaling stronger enforcement for compliance teams.