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Holland & Knight Health Dose: March 3, 2026 | Insights
The U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Appropriations can submit requests for community project funding or "earmarks" as part of the LHHS appropriations bill.
Full House and Senate to be briefed on Iran strikes
Rubio, Hegseth and Caine to address lawmakers
Tribes, gambling companies at odds over bill legalizing online sports betting in Wisconsin
If the bill becomes law, Wisconsin tribes interested in offering online sports betting "would need to renegotiate" their gaming compacts with the state. And those compacts would need to be approved by the federal government.
Colorado legislature should not reverse lottery modernization
By Bill Clayton Four years ago, the Colorado General Assembly passed bipartisan legislation to modernize the state’s lottery system and strengthen funding for Colorado’s outdoor projects and open spaces. Lawmakers recognized a simple reality: consumer behavior has evolved. Most Coloradans no longer rely on cash for everyday transactions. If the lottery was to remain viable […]
Maine businesses push back against against bill strengthening data privacy laws
A bill aimed at strengthening data privacy laws in Maine is getting pushback from several businesses in Maine.
Louisville officials say the clock is ticking on college athletics: 'The math no longer works'
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- You probably didn't wake up this morning worried about federal antitrust law.
Trump told 'Gang of Eight' about Iran strike. Who are they?
The 'Gang of Eight' exists under federal law to balance the need for congressional oversight and the need for strict secrecy.
Texas law bans state-licensed mental health providers from giving gender-transitioning care to minors, AG Ken Paxton says
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued an opinion that says that a 2023 law that bans gender-transitioning medical care to minors also applies to mental health care.
K&C Sports & Entertainment Law Weekly Roundup
Paramount Skydance Corp. raised its offer to buy Warner Bros. Discovery Inc., leading to Netflix Inc. dropping out of the dramatic competition for the legendary Hollywood studio. Netflix Backs...
US House committee releases videos of the Clintons’ Epstein testimonies
Bill and Hillary Clinton last week faced hours of questioning from lawmakers about the convicted sex offender
Two Partners Recognized by Crain’s Chicago Business
Tracy Brammeier and Susan Capra have been named to Crain’s Chicago Business Notable Women in Law 2026, earning recognition as legal leaders.
Former Trump Cabinet secretary Ryan Zinke won't seek reelection to a Montana US House seat
A Republican lawmaker from Montana who served as interior secretary during President Donald Trump’s first administration says he will not seek reelection to a fifth term
Trump administration drops suits against law firms with ties to Democrats and other Trump foes
The Trump administration has decided to drop its prolonged court fights against four law firms with ties to Democrats, after it had sought and failed to cut out the firms’ access to the federal government as part of an apparent retribution campaign by President Donald Trump.
How bipartisan health policy is made | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
A Dr. Lawrence H. and Roberta Cohn Forum.
Supreme Court signals it will back marijuana user who was charged with owning a gun
The Supreme Court appeared likely Monday to curb the government’s ability to disarm a frequent marijuana user, though several of the justices were also wary of completely undermining a 1968 law that was intended to ensure that Americans addicted to drugs don’t have access to firearms.
Zendaya and Tom Holland are married, her stylist casually reveals
Zendaya's stylist Law Roach says Tom Holland and the 'Euphoria' star are married already, and the whole world missed the wedding. So much for our Spidey sense?
Texas attorney general: ‘Illegal’ for mental health providers to ‘transition’ kids in state
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) on Monday issued a legal opinion that it is illegal for mental health care providers to “transition” children under state law. In 2023, Texas S.B. …
Black Political Caucus to file lawsuit to stop I-77 toll lanes
Residents in some historically Black communities say the I-77 widening will hurt their neighborhoods.
US Speeds Up Signing Of Bilateral Health Agreements, DRC Lawyers Challenge Minerals Deal
The United States has moved at speed to secure several new bilateral health Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) in the past week, including, for the first time,
Smoked duck sandwiches, chia seed pudding, and tater tots: Introducing the new Ohlone-crafted cafe at Lawrence Hall of Science
The UC Berkeley science center launched 'ammatka from Vincent Medina and Louis Trevino in February as part of its larger 'ottoy initiative.
Emma Lange-Novak | Notable Women in Law 2026
Emma Lange-Novak, partner at Kirkland & Ellis, is one of Crain's Chicago Notable Women in Law 2026.
Dana Armagno | Notable Women in Law 2026
Dana Armagno, Operating shareholder at Vedder Price, is one of Crain's Chicago Notable Women in Law 2026.
Eileen Sethna | Notable Women in Law 2026
Eileen Sethna, partner at Levenfeld Pearlstein, is one of Crain's Chicago Notable Women in Law 2026.
California GOP lawmakers are incensed over a gas tax study bill. Rural groups say they need it
As more electric vehicles hit the road, California could collect billions less from gas tax revenue to repair them. But even a bill to study options could be a huge political lift for Democrats.
Democrats to force vote in Congress to limit Trump’s war powers against Iran
Lawmakers are seeking the US president to require congressional approval before further military action against Iran
Turnover in East Texas politics may jeopardize regional sway at the Legislature
Some advocates for the region worry freshmen lawmakers will start deal-making at a deficit, while other voters see a chance for new blood.
Virginia’s new public health leaders take the helm as state agencies weather uncharted waters
Two men with deep experience in health care policy and practice have recently been tapped to oversee Virginia’s public health agencies, as health care remains a top concern for residents and an ongoing challenge for state and federal lawmakers.
Political fighting pervades Texas politicians’ responses to Austin shooting
Days out from the March primary, Republicans called for changes to immigration law. Democrats repeated their calls for stricter gun laws.
Talking Trash: Avoid Penalties on Cross-Border Business Aircraft Flights
There are strict rules for properly dealing with refuse when flying back into the U.S. Experts say breaking the law risks stiff fines and even prison sentences.
Talking Trash: Avoid Penalties on Cross-Border Business Aircraft Flights
There are strict rules for properly dealing with refuse when flying back into the U.S. Experts say breaking the law risks stiff fines and even prison sentences.
California Politics 360 Full Episode | Concerns raised over elderly parole law
Criminals 50 years or older are eligible for early release if they have been behind bars for at least 20 years.
Strikes on Iran spur heated debate
Lawmakers like Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) spoke about strikes the U.S. and Israel launched on Iran over the weekend.
IU Health files lawsuit against healthcare tech company following 2024 data breach
A 2024 cyberattack against Change Healthcare impacted numerous healthcare providers, including IU Health.
Title IX impact: How California is setting the standard for equity in wrestling
Title IX lawsuits over lack of resources in girls wrestling are popping up across several states, but not in California. Here's why.
Waitlists, gaps in care and escalating crises: Advocates say CT lacking adequate child mental health care
The need for more mental health providers is a systemic problem and therefore the legislature and DCF must find a way to increase meaningful supports for children, advocates and lawyers say.
Tulane VPs, LSU Law alums honored, new class of Louisiana leaders named
Here are some of the recent awards and special recognitions received by leaders at south Louisiana businesses and nonprofit groups.
Politics: Amana layoffs highlight flaws within Iowa’s fiscal policy
After union officials announced last week that Whirlpool Corp. will be laying off over 300 employees at its Amana, Iowa, manufacturing facility beginning March 9, Iowa’s state and federal lawmakers
Washington state progressives strike big business tax break from ‘millionaire’s tax’
The Washington State House Finance Committee made revisions to a proposed income tax after a group of progressive lawmakers said the previous version gave away too much while not doing enough for working families.
Democrats demand immediate vote to restrain Trump on Iran
Congress is expected to vote on two resolutions that seek to block further military action, the latest test of a long-shot strategy to reassert lawmakers’ war powers.
‘It’s a slap in the face of the United States Congress’: Lawmakers fume as Trump again bombs without their blessing
Top Capitol Hill Democrats, and a small number of Republicans, watched in alarm Saturday as the administration launched a major US assault on Iran, decrying President Donald Trump’s call for the overthrow of another foreign government without their expressed approval.
Pennsylvania politicians react to U.S., Israel strikes in Iran
Pennsylvania lawmakers are weighing in after the U.S. and Israel launched a major attack on Iran. After the first strikes Saturday appeared to hit areas...
Bipartisan efforts to address housing issues move through Congress
Concerns over housing costs are getting the attention of lawmakers, as two separate proposals make their way through Congress.
Why So Many Lawmakers Are Quitting Congress
House retirements are on pace for a midterm record, with members citing a range of political and personal reasons.
A political killing risks tearing the French left apart – and the far right is taking full advantage
The fallout from the violent death of Quentin Deranque exposes Jean-Luc Mélenchon’s flaws – and leaves the wider left facing an impossible dilemma, says UCL professor of European politics, Philippe Marlière
Supreme Court tariff ruling: a welter of new uncertainties
The decision is a vindication for the rule of law, but Donald Trump will not take the verdict lying down
Taiwan Arms Sale Approved by Congress Is Delayed as Trump Plans Visit to Beijing
The package worth billions of dollars and endorsed by lawmakers is stalled at the State Department as the U.S. and China plan an April summit.
Bill Clinton speaks after deposition in Epstein inquiry
Former President Bill Clinton released a video statement repeating that he did not have knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes and defending his wife, Hillary Clinton, whom he said should not have been called to testify in front of lawmakers.
Democratic lawmakers say they are 'closely' reviewing new White House offer on DHS
As the Department of Homeland Security remains shut down, the White House and Democratic leaders are continuing to exchange proposals to end the impasse.
Capitol Recap: Lawmakers grapple with private equity in Vermont’s health care system
Private equity has established a much more significant footprint in Vermont's health care landscape than was previously widely known. That’s injected new urgency into the regulatory conversation in Montpelier — but also complicated it.
February 27, 2026
A new simulation shows large amounts of hydrogen in our planet’s core. Scientists report on what they found in 290-million-year-old vomit. Plus, a comedic play and a 20-year neurology study explore what we can do to prevent dementia and cognitive decline. And, a federal law aims to close the legal loophole that lets stores sell THC products from hemp.
Secretary of the Army Award for Small Business Utilization: Ms. Tracy Lawton, California National Guard, Honored for Driving Mission Impact
The Secretary of the Army Award for Small Business Utilization for Fiscal Year 2024 was awarded to Mrs. Tracv Lawton of the California National Guard. D...
Kansas’ new ID law could have health consequences for trans people
Happy Friday. If I ever have kids, I want them to be treated at the newly christened Dolly Parton Children's Hospital in Tennessee. What’s your favorite
Entertainment lawyer Allen Grubman has big stars on his roster
While BigLaw certainly has appeal for lawyers, it lacks the lure of big stars, at least the kind attorey Allen Grubman represents. Mariah Carey, Elton John, Lady Gaga, Robert De Niro and Bob Iger have all retained the entertainment lawyer from Crown Heights, Brooklyn, in New York City.
North Fla. Congressman Neal Dunn may have 'terminal diagnosis': report
Speaker Mike Johnson reportedly told GOP donors surprising news about U.S. Rep. Neal Dunn's health. What did he say?
Elon Musk-Led Overhaul of Delaware Business Law Upheld by State Court
The Delaware Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of an Elon Musk-inspired overhaul of state law that governs most major US corporations, handing a win to company founders, insiders and private equity owners who sought less restrictive business rules.
Tulane Law to Host 9th Annual Entertainment & Sports Law Conference
Tulane University Law School News
Tulane Law to Host 9th Annual Entertainment & Sports Law Conference
Tulane University Law School News
U.S. military used laser to take down Border Protection drone, lawmakers say
It was the second time in two weeks that a laser was fired in the area.
Alex Palou, McLaren, Ganassi Settle Lawsuit after $12M Ruling
Alex Palou & Co. can look ahead to the 2026 INDYCAR season now that one major roadblock is behind them.
Rising optimism among region’s business leaders suggests growth for Delaware
Business optimism is returning for small and midsize business leaders at the start of 2026, fueling confidence and growth plans. The 2026 Business Leaders Outlook survey, released in January by JPMorganChase, reveals a turnaround from last June, when economic headwinds and uncertainty about shifting policies and tariffs caused some leaders to put their business plans […]
NYSERDA memo over state's climate law foreshadows budget fight
Hochul has been rumored for weeks to be poised to ask a reluctant state Legislature to sign off on changes as part of budget talks.
NYSERDA memo over state's climate law foreshadows budget fight
Hochul has been rumored for weeks to be poised to ask a reluctant state Legislature to sign off on changes as part of budget talks.
Small business owner reacts to West Virginia’s First Law of 2026
BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) — The first West Virginia law of 2026 was signed by Governor Patrick Morrisey on Monday, February 23, 2026. The Small Business Growth Act is designed to bring in private investments...
Former UVA Health CEO Craig Kent files multi-million dollar defamation lawsuit
An ongoing federal lawsuit accuses him and other former UVA Health leaders of putting patients at risk to boost profits.
Social‑media harm lawsuits highlight growing concerns for youth mental health
Despite Trump push for voter ID law, Senate Republicans say votes aren’t there to change filibuster rules
Despite President Donald Trump demanding that Majority Leader John Thune find some way to pass a voter ID bill in the Senate, Republicans in the chamber maintain they do not have the support to change Senate rules to bypass the filibuster.
Why bipartisanship is disappearing from Congress
The nationwide push to redraw congressional districts mid-decade has not led to a big advantage for either political party, but it has created less competitive districts. We discuss how that reduces bipartisanship on Capitol Hill, and we discuss one lawmaker who seems to buck that trend.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, congressional reporter Sam Gringlas, and political correspondent Ashley Lopez.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Hillary Clinton derides her Epstein deposition as GOP ‘political theater’
House Republican lawmakers on Thursday promised to deliver hourly updates on what they said would be lengthy testimony from Hillary Clinton.
Hillary Clinton faces off with House lawmakers in Epstein probe
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is currently facing off with the House Oversight Committee in a closed-door interview as part of the panel’s investigation into the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Scientists Say Most Snake Species Are Cannibals, Breaking a Basic Law of Nature
A study analyzed 503 documented cases of serpent cannibalism and found that the behavior can be seen in different snakes across the world in different contexts, whether between mates, siblings, or rivals.
Political storm in Wyoming as far-right activist caught handing checks to lawmakers
Photograph shows conservative activist handing slip to Darin McCann and Marlene Brady holding a similar paper
Lawmakers call on Hochul to close Erie County child care funding gap
The group sent a letter to the governor's office saying Erie County is facing a $23.1 million deficit in the Child Care Assistance Program.
To fight ‘inherent distrust,’ Utah lawmakers say lieutenant governor shouldn’t run elections
Following false claims of election fraud, Utah lawmakers are advancing a proposal to remove election oversight from the lieutenant governor's office.
Bronx lawmaker pushes to take NYC health data dashboards nationwide
The proposal would fund 25 communities to create similar systems.
Former Nebraska lawmaker Matt Williams to lead statewide business chamber during transition
Former Nebraska lawmaker Matt Williams will lead the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce & Industry during a transition since Todd BIngham resigned.
Trump’s Favorite Voter-ID Bill Would Probably Backfire
Congressional Republicans are trying to pass a strict “election integrity” law that seems almost custom-designed to disenfranchise their own supporters.
The best freshman class ever? Plus, another big NIL lawsuit
The Pulse Newsletter 📣 | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! I’d retire your number. Inside: 💪 Historic newcomers 🏅 U.S. women want peace 🏀 NBA hip-hop ranks Just take a look at the NBA rookie class, and you’ll know how good last year’s men’s college basketball freshmen were. Cooper Flagg, the No. 1 pick in the 2025 draft, is averaging 20 points a game after winning college player of the year last year. His Duke teammate, Kon Knueppel, is second behind Flagg in Rookie of the...
States Sue to Block Trump’s ‘Anti-Science’ Vaccine Policy
Climate change helps spread vaccine-preventable diseases. But the Trump administration’s reduced vaccine schedule “throws science out the window,” and makes Americans more vulnerable to infections, state attorneys general charge in a new lawsuit.
Boulder’s bleak oil-and-gas legal entanglements
Good neighbor policy in the fossil-fuel-energy industry stops at Boulder’s door. If any other county or municipality decides to rumble with Exxon Mobil and Suncor Energy over their legal exposure to climate lawsuits, those entities will no doubt face “Bleak House” type legal entanglements also. Charles Dickens’ Bleak House records the estate case of Jarndyce […]
Letters to the Editor - Primary voting, political mailers, UNT layoffs, peace, tariffs
Readers don’t like separate primary voting, call political brochures nonsense, aren’t happy about the layoffs at UNT, ask if the president truly wants peace...
'Back to the Future' star Crispin Glover accused of battery and fraud in new lawsuit
A newly filed complaint accuses Crispin Glover of battery, fraud, malicious prosecution, and more, for allegedly pressuring a British model to 'serve him as a live in girlfriend/sex slave.'
100 Burlingame businesses file lawsuit against gas station, operator over gas leak
First a gas leak, now a lawsuit. Burlingame businesses that went through an ordeal of road closures and power outages in January are now suing the companies they say are responsible.
This Town Meeting Day, Vermont towns consider calling for universal health care
A resolution urges lawmakers to pick up a bill that is unlikely to become law this session. Advocates hope it gets the ball rolling regardless.
SC lawmakers weigh SNAP limits on eligible foods amid health push
South Carolina lawmakers are weighing a proposal that could permanently limit what people can buy with SNAP benefits, setting up a debate over public health goa
Jayapal, Lawler Introduce Bipartisan Advance Global Health Act to Streamline State Department Data Reporting
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) and Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) introduced the bipartisan Advance Global Health Act, a bill that consolidates many reports from the Department of State’s Bureau of Global Health Security and Diplomacy into one comprehensive, searchable annual report. Currently, the U.S. Department of State is required to produce multiple overlapping reports […]
Should SF businesses be able to go cashless? There's push to repeal the law that's stopping them
Do you still pay with cash? It's been the law since 2019 that most San Francisco businesses were required to accept cash, but now the city is thinking of repealing it. Here's why.
New York sues video game developer Valve, says its 'loot boxes' are gambling
New York's attorney general sued Valve, a video game developer whose franchises include Counter-Strike, Team Fortress and Dota, accusing it of violating state gambling laws and threatening to addict children through its use of "loot boxes."
Colorado state lawmakers gather support for Tamale Act designed to help home chefs, local business
Baseball Entertainment
I got to Saturday’s Jeff Davis baseball game a little late, but just in time to witness what turned out to be some of the most entertaining moments of Jeff Davis’ 6-5 win over Callaway. It was an odd event. Odd because Jeff Davis and Callaway have two of the best small town baseball programs…
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026 live: Updates from the Galaxy S26 launch event
Follow along Engadget's reporters as we cover the news as it happens from Samsung's event.
Sports betting comes to Minnesota via prediction markets
Some Minnesota lawmakers want to regulate or ban prediction markets.
Reproductive health providers targeted by Trump ask for additional state funding
In order to protect Maine’s reproductive health care system, which has lost millions in federal funding over the last year, lawmakers are considering legislation to provide additional state support to protect against future changes. The bill, LD 335, sponsored by Rep. Amy Kuhn (D-Falmouth), would provide an annual $5 million allocation. Maine Family Planning and […]
How a land dispute between Gov. Josh Shapiro and his neighbor is shaking up a sleepy Abington neighborhood — and why he says it’s a ‘political stunt’
The neighborhood has became the battleground for dueling lawsuits between Josh Shapiro and his neighbors, bringing tension to a tranquil community.
WATCH: ‘You killed Americans,’ lawmaker says as Trump asks Congress to stand for protecting citizens
While Republicans stood and applauded for two minutes, at least one Democratic lawmaker in the room shouted “you killed Americans,” a reference to two citizens shot and killed by federal agents in Minnesota in January.
Seatmate politics - Live Updates
So much for interparty solidarity. Reps. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) and Ro Khanna (D-Calif.), who earlier in the day telegraphed plans to sit together during the State of the Union, have evidently abandoned that idea. State of the UnionMassie wrote on X before Trump’s address that he was seated on the Republican side of the chamber. Khanna is sitting next to former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. But Reps. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) and Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.), who often work together, are seated together along with some other Republicans. Mia McCarthy contributed to this report.
Who will — and won't — be guests at the State of the Union address
Invitees at Tuesday night's address by President Trump include the gold-medalist men's U.S. hockey team, while Democratic lawmakers have invited several Epstein survivors.