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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.
Illinois Enacts AI Safety Measures Act Requiring Third-Party Audits
Illinois passed the AI Safety Measures Act mandating audits and transparency for large AI developers, effective 2027 with phased requirements.
Stanford JD Candidates Unveil New Research on Birthright Citizenship Origins
Stanford JD candidates presented fresh research on birthright citizenship's legal origins, enriching constitutional and immigration law debates.
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.
Delaware Updates Banking, Money Transmission, and Stablecoin Laws
Delaware enacts major updates to banking, money transmission, and stablecoin laws, modernizing its financial regulatory framework for fintech and banks.
New Mexico Tightens Rules on Oil Well Cleanup and Financial Assurance
New Mexico enacts rules requiring oil operators to provide up to $150K per inactive well for cleanup, addressing environmental and financial risks.
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.
Pro Se Litigant Fuels Surge in California Privacy Lawsuits Over Web Analytics
Vivek Shah has filed over 1,000 CIPA lawsuits alleging unlawful use of web analytics in California, raising legal challenges for businesses.
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.
FINRA Proposes Major Overhaul of Enforcement Program
FINRA unveils sweeping reforms to its enforcement program aimed at transparency and efficiency, impacting broker-dealer compliance strategies.
Delaware Sees First Court Test of New Director Protection Law
Delaware courts review challenges to enhanced director safeguards under SB 21, shaping corporate governance in the key jurisdiction.
California Judge Blocks 'Truth in Recycling' Law Enforcement
A federal judge halted California's SB 343 enforcement, delaying packaging recyclability claims amid constitutional challenges.
NRC Proposes Removing ALARA from Radiation Protection Rules
The NRC proposes eliminating the ALARA principle from radiation safety regulations, aiming to modernize and clarify compliance standards by 2026.
Two Bipartisan Bills Introduced in 2026 to Reform 340B Drug Discount Program
In June and July 2026, bipartisan bills aim to reform the 340B drug discount program, impacting legal compliance for drug pricing.
Fifth Circuit Rules No Duty to Mitigate Emotional Distress in Title VII Cases
The Fifth Circuit clarifies that Title VII plaintiffs need not mitigate emotional distress damages, affecting employment law damage standards nationwide.
7th Circuit Rules Texts Aren't 'Calls' Under TCPA's Do-Not-Call Rule
The Seventh Circuit rules text messages don't qualify as telephone calls under the TCPA, impacting compliance for corporate marketing communications.