Apply for SBA’s $6M Women’s Business Center modernization grants (deadline Aug. 10, 2026)
SBA opened a $6 million Women’s Business Center modernization competition for select states and territories. Applications close Aug. 10, 2026 (11:59 p.m. ET).
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House passes FY2027 defense bill to codify “Department of War”—what changes, what’s next
On July 22, 2026, the House passed H.R. 8800 by 216–212, adding a statutory “Department of War” name restoration. Here’s what changes and what Senate must decide next.
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Trump removes the last EAC commissioners days before 2026 midterms
On July 9, 2026, Trump removed the last confirmed Election Assistance Commission members, leaving the EAC commissioner-free as states prepare for 2026.
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U.S. Supreme Court denies Dennis Sochor’s stay and cert, clearing Florida execution
United States: July 14—U.S. Supreme Court denied Dennis Sochor’s stay request and cert petition, removing the federal stop for Florida’s execution.
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House Oversight releases Leon Black and Doug Band transcripts, NDA demands
United States Congress Oversight and Policy Fights – On July 17, the House Oversight Committee released Leon Black and Doug Band transcripts tied to NDA subpoenas.
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DOJ sues Maryland over Community Trust Act: allegations and what’s next
DOJ filed a July 9, 2026 federal lawsuit against Maryland over its Community Trust Act, alleging limits on ICE detainers and information-sharing. What to watch in court.
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Philadelphia mosque arson: DOJ federal charges and religious-property protections
DOJ says Vincent Lang faces up to 20 years for the alleged July 5 arson at the Northeast Philadelphia Islamic Center—plus what §247 adds.
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DOJ deal with South Carolina protects Aug. 11 military/overseas ballots
DOJ says South Carolina will send UOCAVA ballots by Aug. 1, contact voters by July 24, and require returns by Aug. 11 at 7 p.m. ET (runoff Aug. 25 if necessary).
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NJ MVC glitch registered ~6,600 noncitizens; DOJ seeks voter-roll records
New Jersey says a Motor Vehicle software error led to about 6,600 noncitizens being improperly registered to vote (June 2023–2024). DOJ reportedly wants detailed records tied to the error.
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U.S. DDTC interim rule shifts suppressor exports from ITAR to Commerce
July 22, 2026: DDTC’s interim rule would shift select suppressors from ITAR to Commerce controls, effective Nov. 20, 2026; comments due Aug. 24.
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DOL OIG launches probe into alleged H-1B/PERM fraud and wage-kickback coercion
DOL OIG launched a nationwide probe into alleged H-1B/PERM fraud and wage “kickback” coercion, plus a Hotline reporting push for workers and employers.
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Supreme Court takes up Jouppi v. Alaska forfeiture fight over beer
The Supreme Court granted cert in Jouppi v. Alaska (No. 25-246) over a plane seizure tied to a six-pack of beer and the Eighth Amendment’s Excessive Fines Clause.
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House passes $95B reconciliation framework for Iran war, farm aid, voting
House GOP passed H.Con.Res. 113 on July 22, 2026, 216–214, setting a $95B reconciliation path for Iran war, farm aid and election changes.
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Keystone Pipeline CWA settlement proposed: $26,867,789 penalty + $40M work
DOJ and EPA filed a proposed Clean Water Act consent decree over a Dec. 7, 2022 Keystone rupture in Kansas. Comments run July 15–Aug. 14.
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OSHA proposes $343,797 after excavation collapse hospitalized worker—what to do next
OSHA proposed $343,797 after an Alvin, Texas excavation collapse hospitalized a worker. Here’s the 15-working-day enforcement timeline and dispute options.
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FDA revokes Orange B and proposes Citrus Red No. 2 revocation
FDA issued a final order for Orange B and proposed revoking Citrus Red No. 2; Orange B’s listing ends Sept. 8, 2026, and comments close Aug. 24, 2026.
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OPM suitability rule: post-appointment conduct changes take effect July 30
OPM’s final 5 CFR part 731 rule takes effect July 30, 2026, giving OPM a formal path for employee suitability actions based on post-appointment conduct.
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FTC Seeks Comment on Proposed AI ‘Suppression of Accuracy’ Policy—Deadline July 31
United States Technology Privacy and Federal Regulation – The FTC opened public comments on a proposed AI “suppression of accuracy” policy; deadline is July 31, 2026.
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EPA proposes extending PFOA/PFOS drinking-water deadlines to 2031—what changes
EPA’s proposal keeps April 2024 PFAS drinking-water limits for PFOA and PFOS but would let eligible systems request a two-year compliance extension to 2031.
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DOJ Religious Liberty Commission draft report moves to virtual final review
Public comments on DOJ’s Religious Liberty Commission draft closed July 13. Next: a virtual meeting to review input and finalize the report.
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House passes H.R. 9770 stopgap through Dec. 4—what changes next
United States Breaking National Politics – House passed H.R. 9770 on July 21, funding agencies through Dec. 4. The Senate could rewrite it, including grant provisions.
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July 14, 2026 D.C. Circuit vacates USPS voting case; PRC is first forum
D.C. Circuit vacated a district court ruling in State of New York v. Trump on July 14. Some USPS mail-service election challenges must start at the PRC.