United States of America

AI-Enabled Optimization of Early-Phase Clinical Trials Pilot Program; Request for Information

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or the Agency) is issuing this request for information to solicit input on a proposed pilot program to assess how artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled technologies can improve efficiency, speed, and quality of decision- making in early phase clinical trials. Early-phase clinical trials represent a critical bottleneck in drug development, often characterized by high uncertainty, limited patient populations, and inefficient decision- making processes. This ...

Privacy Act of 1974: Matching Program

FTC Amendments to the Children's Online Privacy Protection Rule (COPPA)

On 23 April 2026, the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) amended Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule (COPPA Rule) enters into force. All subject operators are required to comply with the Rule’s provisions by 22 April 2026. Operators must confirm that any mixed audience website or online service does not collect personal information before determining whether a visitor is under 13 years old, unless such collection falls under a permitted exception. Age-screening methods must be designed to...

Notice of Public Meetings of the Maryland Advisory Committee to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights

Notice is hereby given, pursuant to the provisions of the rules and regulations of the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights (Commission) and the Federal Advisory Committee Act, that the Maryland Advisory Committee (Committee) to the Commission will hold public meetings via Zoom. The purpose is for the committee to begin briefing planning on the chosen topic of artificial intelligence and its application in voting administration.

Citizen Petition from Olsson Frank Weeda Terman Matz PC

US federal rulemaking: Citizen Petition from Olsson Frank Weeda Terman Matz PC (FDA)

Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Unmanned Aircraft System Integration atAirports and Necessary Planning, Design, and Physical Infrastructure Needs

US federal rulemaking: Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposals, Submissions, and Approvals: Unmanned Aircraft System Integration atAirports and Necessary Planning, Design, and Physical Infrastructure Needs (FAA)

Concept Release on Consolidated Audit Trail and Other Audit Trails and Data Sources

The Securities and Exchange Commission (the "Commission") is publishing this concept release to solicit comments in support of a comprehensive review of the Consolidated Audit Trail and other audit trails and related data sources currently used in the regulation of U.S. securities markets, including comments regarding the funding mechanisms for these audit trails and/or related data sources. There have been several developments since the Commission last evaluated the scope and sufficiency of ...

Privacy Act of 1974; System of Records

In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, we are issuing public notice of our intent to discontinue an existing system of records notice entitled, Hearing Office Tracking System of Claimant Cases (60-0010), last published on January 11, 2006.

United States - 19 New State AI Laws Enacted

In April 2026, 19 new AI-related laws were enacted across multiple US states including Colorado, Idaho, New York, Oregon, and Tennessee. Laws cover consumer protection, algorithmic accountability, deepfake regulations, automated decision-making transparency, and sector-specific AI use restrictions. The proliferation of state-level AI laws creates a complex patchwork compliance environment for companies operating nationally.

Citizen Petition from Jonathan H. Bari on behalf of Celiac Journey

US federal rulemaking: Citizen Petition from Jonathan H. Bari on behalf of Celiac Journey (FDA)

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards: Seating Systems

US federal rulemaking: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards: Seating Systems (NHTSA)

Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District - Exemption/Rulemaking

US federal rulemaking: Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District - Exemption/Rulemaking (FAA)

Congress Urged to Pass Stricter AI Export Controls Against China

Dmitri Alperovitch, co-founder of Silverado Policy Accelerator, urged Congress to pass stricter U.S. AI export controls directed at China to maintain American AI leadership amid escalating competition.

Intent To Request a Revision From OMB of One Current Public Collection of Information: Cybersecurity Measures for Surface Modes

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) invites public comment on one currently-approved Information Collection Request (ICR), Office of Management and Budget (OMB) control number 1652-0074, abstracted below, that we will submit to OMB for a revision in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA). The ICR describes the nature of the information collection and its expected burden. The collection concerns data concerning the designation of a Cybersecurity Coordinator; the reporti...

Working Group 2 - Corrosion Presentations

US federal rulemaking: Working Group 2 - Corrosion Presentations (PHMSA)

Federal Trade Commission lawsuit against Publishing.com over alleged misleading earnings claims

On 13 April 2026, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced it had reached a settlement and issued a proposed consent order against Publishing.com LLC and its principals regarding deceptive marketing of online self-publishing programs. The order requires the company to pay USD 1.50 million to settle charges that it misled consumers with unsubstantiated earnings claims concerning its AI Publishing Academy and Publishing Accelerator services. Under the terms of the agreement, the company mus...

Priorities, Requirements, Definitions, and Selection Criteria: Secretary's Supplemental Priority and Definitions on Advancing Artificial Intelligence in Education

US federal rulemaking: Priorities, Requirements, Definitions, and Selection Criteria: Secretary's Supplemental Priority and Definitions on Advancing Artificial Intelligence in Education (ED)

Kentucky HB 692 amending Kentucky Revised Statutes on data privacy including cybersecurity regulation

The Governor of Kentucky signed HB 692 into law, requiring controllers to establish reasonable administrative, technical, and physical data security practices to protect personal data.

Iowa AG amended case against TikTok asserting China data access risk and addictive design claims

The Iowa Attorney General filed amended petition against TikTok adding claims about addictive design features and deceptive assurances about Chinese data access, seeking permanent injunction and civil penalties.

Martinez v. OpenAI

Class action complaint alleging harm from AI-generated hallucinated medical advice. Plaintiff alleges reliance on ChatGPT output for health decisions.

In re: AI-Assisted Filing Sanctions

Court imposes sanctions on attorney for submitting AI-generated brief containing multiple fabricated case citations, establishing new precedent for AI use in federal court filings.

AI Technology Export Enforcement - Five Warning Signs

Alvarez and Marsal outlined five practical indicators companies should watch to navigate AI technology export controls and sanctions risk, providing enforcement risk guidance for the semiconductor and AI industries.

Doe v. Meta Platforms, Inc.

Federal court filing alleging reliance on AI-generated legal research containing fabricated citations in a consumer protection action against Meta Platforms.

Thompson v. State of Texas

Defendant appeals conviction arguing defense counsel relied on AI-generated case law that was subsequently found to be fabricated. Court orders new trial.

Food Labeling: Revision of the Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels

US federal rulemaking: Food Labeling: Revision of the Nutrition and Supplement Facts Labels (FDA)

U.S.DOT/NHTSA - Final Environmental Impact Statement Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards, Passenger Cars and Light Trucks, Model Years 2011-2015

US federal rulemaking: U.S.DOT/NHTSA - Final Environmental Impact Statement Corporate Average Fuel Economy Standards, Passenger Cars and Light Trucks, Model Years 2011-2015 (NHTSA)

Johnson v. Commonwealth of Virginia

Virginia appellate court addresses admissibility of AI-generated evidence in criminal proceedings, establishing standards for authentication of AI-assisted legal research.

Acquisition Regulation: Prohibition on Certain Semiconductor Products and Services

US federal rulemaking: Acquisition Regulation: Prohibition on Certain Semiconductor Products and Services (FAR)

M14 General Principles on Plan, Design and Analysis of Pharmacoepidemiological Studies That Utilize Real-World Data for Safety Assessment of Medicines

US federal rulemaking: M14 General Principles on Plan, Design and Analysis of Pharmacoepidemiological Studies That Utilize Real-World Data for Safety Assessment of Medicines (FDA)

Citizen Petition from Providence St. Peter Hospital/Centralia Hospital

US federal rulemaking: Citizen Petition from Providence St. Peter Hospital/Centralia Hospital (FDA)

99-10-18 Final Order

US federal rulemaking: 99-10-18 Final Order (DOT)

Purpose and Content of Use-Related Risk Analyses for Drugs, Biological Products and Combination Products; Draft Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff

US federal rulemaking: Purpose and Content of Use-Related Risk Analyses for Drugs, Biological Products and Combination Products; Draft Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff (FDA)

United States v. Farris

Lawyer used Westlaw CoCounsel in proceedings before the CA 6th Cir.. Fabricated: Doctrinal Work | AI-generated quoted commentary attributed to U.S.S.G. § 3B1.1 cmt. n.1 did not appear in the cited commentary; the court could not locate similar language in any authority. Outcome: Counsel disqualified with no compensation for time served; Briefs locked; Bar Referral; Notice of Opinion.

United States v. Farris

Fabricated: Doctrinal Work | AI-generated quoted commentary attributed to U.S.S.G. § 3B1.1 cmt. n.1 did not appear in the cited commentary; the court could not locate similar language in any authority. || False Quotes: Case Law | Brief attributed a quotation to United States v. Washington ('simply facilitating the offense without exercising decision-making authority is insufficient') that does not appear in that opinion; the court noted Washington in fact upheld the enhancement. || False Quotes: Case Law | Brief attributed a quotation to United States v. Anthony ('[t]here was no evidence [the defendant] directed or supervised anyone else') that does not appear in the opinion; the court explained Anthony's vacatur was narrow and the defendant had conceded supervisory role.

United States v. Farris

AI Enforcement Accelerates as Federal Policy Stalls and States Step In

Despite no single federal AI statute, AI antitrust and consumer protection enforcement is rising in 2026. U.S. agencies rely on existing authorities (Section 5 FTC Act, Sherman Act) to police AI-driven behavior while states push ahead with their own comprehensive AI laws.

MATCH Act - Bipartisan Senate Bill on AI Chip Export Controls

A bipartisan group in the U.S. House led by Rep. Michael Baumgartner introduced the Multilateral Alignment of Technology Controls on Hardware (MATCH) Act to tighten export controls on advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment and AI chips to China.

Stanford v. Leinart

Pro Se Litigant appeared before the CA Texas. Fabricated: Case Law | Appellant cited a nonexistent opinion "Anderson v. Hood" in his brief; the court found the citation fabricated and likely AI-generated and admonished that citation of nonexistent cases is unacceptable. Outcome: Admonishment.

Kevin D. Turnage v. Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., et al.

Pro Se Litigant appeared before the D. Arizona. Misrepresented: Legal Norm | Plaintiff purports to quote 29 C.F.R. § 1614.110(b) for a 180-day decision requirement, but that language does not appear; court notes the correct provision is likely 29 C.F.R. § 1614.106(e)(2). Outcome: Warning.