Ask Nathan: Time to Switch to EVs (Gas Prices) and Used Super Cheap Commuter Help?
In this week’s Ask Nathan: Now that gas prices are soaring, should I get an EV? Help! I need a…
Year: 2026
What to Know About Washington’s 2026 Legislative Session
Recent Changes to Washington Tax Law Following 2026 Legislative Session The Washington state legislature has adjourned for 2026, and key…
BMW’s Fresh Design Brings ‘Distinct Character’ To Every Car
Article Summary The new design language will encompass nearly the entire lineup within a few years. BMW Group’s Head of…
Oregon Legislature Passes Bill for Battery PRO
Introduction On March 5, 2026, the Oregon Legislature passed House Bill 4144 (the Bill), which would require producers of batteries or battery-containing…
DOL Launces “Center for Faith” Website for Religious Discriminati
On March 19, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) launched a new website for its “Center for Faith.” According…
White House Releases “Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligenc
This morning, the White House released a four-page “National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence,”[1] which builds on several months of…
Trump Issues EO Establishing Task Force to Eliminate Fraud
Key Takeaways: Centralized Anti-Fraud Initiative. A new task force was created to coordinate enforcement across federal benefits programs. Upfront Controls…
Fifth Circuit Vacates FTC’s New HSR Premerger Notification Form
What Happened: On March 19, 2026, the US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit denied the Federal Trade Commission’s…
SEC Issues Interpretation of Application of Law to Digital Assets
Executive Summary On March 17, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) issued Interpretive Release No. 33-11412, titled “Application…
Labor and Employment Law Updates for the Week Ending in March 20
The Beltway Buzz® is a weekly update summarizing labor and employment news from inside the Beltway and clarifying how what’s…
NSCEB Reps Introdice Bill to Direct Collection of Genomic Info
On March 5, 2025, Representatives Ro Khanna (D-CA) and Stephanie Bice (R-OK) and Senators Todd Young (R-IN) and Alex Padilla…
Rate EB-2 Window for Brazilian Professionals Seeking US Green Car
For Brazilian professionals pursuing a green card, the April 2026 Visa Bulletin opens a rare window. EB-2 is now “Current”…