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Heightened Scrutiny at U.S. Borders: What Travelers Need to Know

By EsqSocial Corporation 28/04/25

There has been a significant increase in media coverage of travelers subjected to increased scrutiny at ports of entry to the United States. In some cases, individuals have been refused entry and detained until sent back home. Furthermore, U.S.

California Environmental Law & Policy Update 4.25.25

By EsqSocial Corporation 28/04/25

Governor Gavin Newsom is pushing to lay the groundwork for building a $20-billion water tunnel in the Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta before his term expires, and state water regulators are considering whether to grant a key authorization.

At Stake - April 2025

By EsqSocial Corporation 28/04/25

The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) held its monthly meeting on Thursday, April 24, 2025. The meeting was hybrid with in-person accessibility at 160 N. LaSalle St., 5th Floor Auditorium and via livestream.

Federal Circuit Issues First Word on AI Patent Eligibility

By EsqSocial Corporation 28/04/25

On April 18, 2025, the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit affirmed the dismissal of a patent infringement suit brought by Recentive Analytics, Inc. against Fox Corporation. See Recentive Analytics, Inc. v. Fox Corp., No. 23-2437 (Fed. Cir. Apr. 18, 2025)....

Senators urge FHFA inspector general to investigate Director Pulte

By EsqSocial Corporation 28/04/25

On April 16, three senators urged the FHFA Inspector General to investigate the agency’s purported noncompliance with federal laws and regulations concerning corporate governance at Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Sens.

NCUA announces sole board member following two terminations

By EsqSocial Corporation 28/04/25

On April 18, the NCUA confirmed that President Trump terminated the positions of two NCUA board members, Todd Harper and Tanya Otsuka, leaving the agency with a single board member: Chairman Kyle S. Hauptman.

National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology’s Final Report Includes Recommendations to Boost Economy and Protect National Security

By EsqSocial Corporation 28/04/25

The National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) announced on April 8, 2025, the availability of its final report and action plan, “urging Congressional action to bring the full weight of American innovation to improve and maintain U.S.

DOJ shifts focus on digital asset enforcement

By EsqSocial Corporation 28/04/25

Recently, the Deputy Attorney General for the DOJ released a memo that outlined a new policy direction for the DOJ regarding the enforcement of laws related to digital assets.

Montana enacts consumer protection amendments to include deception

By EsqSocial Corporation 28/04/25

On April 17, Montana enacted SB 488 (the “Act”) which amends the Montana Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Act of 1973 to include false, misleading or otherwise deceptive consumer reviews or testimonials.

Iowa enacts provisions regarding prescreened mortgage solicitation practices

By EsqSocial Corporation 28/04/25

On April 18, Iowa enacted HF 857 (the “Act”), prohibiting financial institutions from using unfair or deceptive practices when they use prescreened mortgage trigger lead information to solicit consumers who have applied for loans with other institutions....

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