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09/29/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG’s office opposes Bonneville Power Administration plan to raise electric rates for private utility customers

The Attorney General’s Office filed an amicus brief Friday opposing the Bonneville Power Administration’s (BPA) planned changes to the formula used to calculate the funds allocated through the Residential Exchange Program, which could reduce the benefits customers receive through this program. These funds reduce utility rates for Washington customers of privately owned utilities Avista, PacifiCorp, and Puget Sound Energy. Reducing this program’s benefits would mean increasing customer rates.

atgSamBlobaum
09/29/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Appellate ruling allows WA environmental lawsuit to proceed against mining companies

Washington can proceed in its legal fight to hold two gold mining companies accountable for violating the Clean Water Act and discharging illegal levels of pollutants into groundwater and creeks in Okanogan County, a three-judge federal appeals court panel ruled unanimously Monday.
 

atgAshleyGross
09/29/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Puget Sound Physicians to refund WA patients via $410K settlement

(Updates to correct that the AGO filed an assurance of discontinuance.)

More than 1,300 Washington patients will receive compensation through a $410,000 settlement with Puget Sound Physicians after the Attorney General’s Office found the emergency medicine provider repeatedly failed to issue refunds to a subset of patients who qualified for charity care.

atgAshleyGross
09/29/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Every paid improv to impact workshop funds 10 free, research-backed classes for San Diegans who are unsheltered or housing-insecure, immigrants, refugees, or members of other historically underserved communities, offering applied improv to help strengthen mental and physical health. SAN...

09/29/2026   PR Web Government

Every paid improv to impact workshop funds 10 free, research-backed classes for San Diegans who are unsheltered or housing-insecure, immigrants, refugees, or members of other historically underserved communities, offering applied improv to help strengthen mental and physical health. SAN...

09/29/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

As Louisiana's industrial corridor grows more complex, facility leaders are asking where to source dependable rescue equipment that meets OSHA and NFPA standards without slowing emergency response. GONZALES, La., Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- When an industrial accident happens...

09/29/2026   PR Web Government

As Louisiana's industrial corridor grows more complex, facility leaders are asking where to source dependable rescue equipment that meets OSHA and NFPA standards without slowing emergency response. GONZALES, La., Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- When an industrial accident happens...

09/29/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

17th annual campaign brings back pink pizza boxes, a mobile mammogram event, and donations to National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.® MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hungry Howie's, the originator of Flavored Crust® pizza, is bringing back its pink pizza...

09/29/2026   PR Web Government

17th annual campaign brings back pink pizza boxes, a mobile mammogram event, and donations to National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.® MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich., Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Hungry Howie's, the originator of Flavored Crust® pizza, is bringing back its pink pizza...

09/29/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

High demand and significant OEM backlogs for new long-range business aircraft boost pre-owned jet sales FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SmartJets, a leading business aircraft dealer-broker, today announced its outlook for a strong Q4 2026. The business jet...

09/29/2026   PR Web Government

High demand and significant OEM backlogs for new long-range business aircraft boost pre-owned jet sales FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SmartJets, a leading business aircraft dealer-broker, today announced its outlook for a strong Q4 2026. The business jet...

09/29/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Preliminary study results presented at the 2026 Military Health System Research Symposium (MHSRS) show reductions in evacuation and surgical treatment times in combat medical settings. MEDIA, Pa., Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- InfraScan, Inc., a medical device company specializing...

09/29/2026   PR Web Government

Preliminary study results presented at the 2026 Military Health System Research Symposium (MHSRS) show reductions in evacuation and surgical treatment times in combat medical settings. MEDIA, Pa., Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- InfraScan, Inc., a medical device company specializing...

09/29/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

First Direct Impact report following the acquisition of long-term partner, ATPI Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions baseline re-established 50% of leadership roles held by women Approximately 1 in 6 employees volunteered, contributing 4,525+ hours globally DENVER, Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/...

09/29/2026   PR Web Government

First Direct Impact report following the acquisition of long-term partner, ATPI Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions baseline re-established 50% of leadership roles held by women Approximately 1 in 6 employees volunteered, contributing 4,525+ hours globally DENVER, Sept. 29, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/...

09/28/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Washington, FTC settlement lowers pesticide prices for farmers

The Federal Trade Commission and a coalition of states – including Washington – have secured a proposed settlement with pesticide manufacturing giant Corteva Inc. that will lead to lower pesticide prices for farmers.

The proposed settlement, filed in court late Friday, curbs Corteva’s anticompetitive schemes that have blocked competitors from selling cheaper generic products to farmers. 

atgAshleyGross
09/28/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Industrial facility owners across Southern California are weighing safety records and hands-on project management ahead of price when vetting a general contractor. This shift has made Foss General Contractors a reliable name for facility work. SANTA ANA, Calif., Sept. 28, 2026...

09/28/2026   PR Web Government

Industrial facility owners across Southern California are weighing safety records and hands-on project management ahead of price when vetting a general contractor. This shift has made Foss General Contractors a reliable name for facility work. SANTA ANA, Calif., Sept. 28, 2026...

09/28/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

During a recent panel, Hillside® outlined what families should look for in a mental health program for teenagers, highlighting family involvement, individualized care and trust-building as the traits that distinguish effective treatment from programs that work with a teen in isolation....

09/28/2026   PR Web Government

During a recent panel, Hillside® outlined what families should look for in a mental health program for teenagers, highlighting family involvement, individualized care and trust-building as the traits that distinguish effective treatment from programs that work with a teen in isolation....

09/28/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Form Bio's integrated AAV gene therapy platform connects AI-powered vector design, wet lab validation, and manufacturing and quality insights to help developers address challenges earlier in development. SAN CARLOS, Calif., Sept. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Form Bio, a leader in...

09/28/2026   PR Web Government

Form Bio's integrated AAV gene therapy platform connects AI-powered vector design, wet lab validation, and manufacturing and quality insights to help developers address challenges earlier in development. SAN CARLOS, Calif., Sept. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Form Bio, a leader in...

09/28/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

As Pentagon cybersecurity mandates tighten, defense subcontractors that handle Technical Data Packages (TDPs) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)-controlled information are finding that CMMC Level 2 certification increasingly separates qualified vendors from the rest of...

09/28/2026   PR Web Government

As Pentagon cybersecurity mandates tighten, defense subcontractors that handle Technical Data Packages (TDPs) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)-controlled information are finding that CMMC Level 2 certification increasingly separates qualified vendors from the rest of...

09/28/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

The new exclusive partnership opens access to OMEZA's OCM™ (OMEZA Complete Matrix) for our active Military, Veterans, and beneficiaries of Indian Health Services. OCM™ provides multimodal benefits for advanced acute and chronic wounds in various settings, around the world, where these...

09/28/2026   PR Web Government

The new exclusive partnership opens access to OMEZA's OCM™ (OMEZA Complete Matrix) for our active Military, Veterans, and beneficiaries of Indian Health Services. OCM™ provides multimodal benefits for advanced acute and chronic wounds in various settings, around the world, where these...

09/27/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

State investment gives emergency clinicians protocols, precision medication dosing and barcode medication verification for patients of all ages FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Florida Department of Health is expanding its partnership with Handtevy to make...

09/27/2026   PR Web Government

State investment gives emergency clinicians protocols, precision medication dosing and barcode medication verification for patients of all ages FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Florida Department of Health is expanding its partnership with Handtevy to make...

09/27/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

With sunny day flooding becoming a routine occurrence along the South Carolina coast, homeowners searching for door replacement companies in Charleston, SC, are prioritizing moisture-resistant renovations to protect their properties from rising tides. CHARLESTON, S.C., Sept. 27, 2026...

09/27/2026   PR Web Government

With sunny day flooding becoming a routine occurrence along the South Carolina coast, homeowners searching for door replacement companies in Charleston, SC, are prioritizing moisture-resistant renovations to protect their properties from rising tides. CHARLESTON, S.C., Sept. 27, 2026...

09/27/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm announced today they have secured a total recovery of $1.1 million on behalf of a Wisconsin woman who suffered catastrophic injuries in a head-on collision, including the at-fault driver's full $100,000 liability policy limits and an additional $1...

09/27/2026   PR Web Government

Pemberton Personal Injury Law Firm announced today they have secured a total recovery of $1.1 million on behalf of a Wisconsin woman who suffered catastrophic injuries in a head-on collision, including the at-fault driver's full $100,000 liability policy limits and an additional $1...

09/26/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Mureva Phototherapy and Siemens Healthineers today announced a U.S. co-marketing agreement to expand access to Mureva, the first FDA-authorized intraoral device for radiation-induced oral mucositis. The collaboration gives radiation oncology teams a practical way to deliver...

09/26/2026   PR Web Government

Mureva Phototherapy and Siemens Healthineers today announced a U.S. co-marketing agreement to expand access to Mureva, the first FDA-authorized intraoral device for radiation-induced oral mucositis. The collaboration gives radiation oncology teams a practical way to deliver...

09/26/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

The severe 2026 weather season has left homeowners assessing storm damage and exploring roof replacement in Indiana. Bloomington-based Equity Builders Roofing is among the local contractors helping local communities and property owners evaluate their options. BLOOMINGTON, Ind., Sept. 26,...

09/26/2026   PR Web Government

The severe 2026 weather season has left homeowners assessing storm damage and exploring roof replacement in Indiana. Bloomington-based Equity Builders Roofing is among the local contractors helping local communities and property owners evaluate their options. BLOOMINGTON, Ind., Sept. 26,...

09/26/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Interstate patient transfers require navigating differing state regulations, insurance networks and medical record systems. AirCare1 prioritizes careful coordination in its top-rated air ambulance services for long-distance transport. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Sept. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/...

09/26/2026   PR Web Government

Interstate patient transfers require navigating differing state regulations, insurance networks and medical record systems. AirCare1 prioritizes careful coordination in its top-rated air ambulance services for long-distance transport. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Sept. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/...

09/26/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Riverside County foster agencies, such as Knotts Family Agency, are addressing training and access barriers that keep prospective parents from beginning the application process to foster a child, even as a statewide shortage of licensed providers leaves fewer options for children waiting...

09/26/2026   PR Web Government

Riverside County foster agencies, such as Knotts Family Agency, are addressing training and access barriers that keep prospective parents from beginning the application process to foster a child, even as a statewide shortage of licensed providers leaves fewer options for children waiting...

09/25/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

Known for its "Every Stay Does GoodTM" program with properties in California, Oregon, Colorado, Hawaii, and Costa Rica, SCP opens its doors to everyday investors for the first time LAGUNA BEACH, Calif., Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Soul Community Planet, Inc.(SCP), the Holistic...

09/25/2026   PR Web Government

Known for its "Every Stay Does GoodTM" program with properties in California, Oregon, Colorado, Hawaii, and Costa Rica, SCP opens its doors to everyday investors for the first time LAGUNA BEACH, Calif., Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Soul Community Planet, Inc.(SCP), the Holistic...

09/25/2026   PR Web Government - Legislative

A Navy program office recently commended Applied Energy Technology Corp for rapid, high-standard engineering on a fielded aircraft hazard, a credibility signal for a longtime manufacturer of Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) parts for aerospace pyrotechnic components. BURTON, Texas, Sept....

09/25/2026   PR Web Government

A Navy program office recently commended Applied Energy Technology Corp for rapid, high-standard engineering on a fielded aircraft hazard, a credibility signal for a longtime manufacturer of Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) parts for aerospace pyrotechnic components. BURTON, Texas, Sept....

09/24/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown and bipartisan coalition call on Congress to protect Americans from unchecked AI development

Artificial intelligence systems that escape human control pose potentially catastrophic harms, and Congress must establish federal oversight and a system of international cooperation to ensure the safety of AI model development, Attorney General Nick Brown and a bipartisan coalition of 25 other attorneys general urged in a letter to congressional leaders.
 

atgAshleyGross
09/22/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Washington successfully defends private information of voters as federal government loses another case

The federal government cannot force Washington state to give it the private information of all registered Washington voters, a federal judge ruled Tuesday. 

The ruling in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington dismisses the federal government’s case, which sought to compel the Office of the Secretary of State to break state law and provide the Department of Justice the unredacted private information of millions of Washington voters. 

The Attorney General’s Office represented the Office of the Secretary of State in this case. 

atgSamBlobaum
09/22/2026   Washington Attorney General News
WA consumers urged to claim compensation for inflated generic drug prices

Attorney General Nick Brown is urging Washington consumers and businesses to check their eligibility for compensation under a recent settlement for certain generic drug purchases and to submit a claim for compensation here.
 

atgAshleyGross
09/22/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Washington, multistate coalition victory protects social services for low-income families

Washington and a multistate coalition have won a permanent court order stopping the federal administration’s unlawful attempt to gut essential health, education, and social service programs for low-income families.

atgAshleyGross
09/21/2026   Washington Attorney General News
Judge permanently blocks federal government’s illegal SNAP fines

Multi-state lawsuit also secures ruling that lawful permanent residents remain eligible for food assistance

The federal government is permanently blocked from illegally penalizing Washington and other states with steep fines tied to their administration of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), following a ruling in the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon.

atgSamBlobaum
09/21/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown announces settlement with Paramount/Warner

A coalition of 12 state attorneys general, including Attorney General Nick Brown, announced a settlement today with Paramount Skydance Corporation and Warner Bros. Discovery resolving the states' lawsuit alleging the merger of the two entertainment giants would harm competition by lowering output and raising prices, hurting the entertainment industry, workers, and Washington consumers in the process. 

atgSamBlobaum
09/21/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG’s office and WA Department of Fish and Wildlife Police raise awareness of invasive mitten crabs and secure guilty plea related to illegal sale

The Washington State Attorney General’s Office and Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) Police continued their efforts to protect Washington’s waters and native species from invasive mitten crabs as they secured a guilty plea Thursday from a Washington individual who attempted to distribute mitten crabs in violation of state law. 

WDFW Police led the investigation and the Attorney General’s office prosecuted the case.

atgSamBlobaum
09/18/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG’s office secures protection for personal information of millions of drivers

Attorney General Nick Brown and a coalition of 23 attorneys general secured a preliminary injunction that blocks the federal government from demanding the sensitive personal information of 17 million drivers who hold commercial driver’s licenses, and from terminating more than $10 million in federal funding to the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA).

atgSamBlobaum
09/17/2026   Washington Attorney General News
WA, FTC reach $225M settlement with Amway for unfair and deceptive business practices

Amway Corp., one of the country’s largest multi-level marketing (MLM) companies, and two of its affiliates will pay $225 million to resolve allegations by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the state of Washington that the companies use unfair and deceptive tactics to recruit members to Amway’s direct selling and MLM program.

atgAshleyGross
09/17/2026   Washington Attorney General News
WA consumers get financial relief through auto lender settlement

Hundreds of Washington consumers will receive restitution through a $694 million multistate settlement with the subprime auto lender Credit Acceptance Corporation (CAC). The company will provide cash and debt relief to consumers nationwide to resolve allegations the company steered them into risky loans they would have difficulty repaying.
 

atgAshleyGross
09/17/2026   Washington Attorney General News
AG Brown co-leads coalition opposing attempt to gut U.S. Department of Agriculture

Attorney General Nick Brown co-led a coalition of 21 attorneys general in filing an amicus brief Wednesday in support of a lawsuit challenging the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s thinly veiled attempt to drive large numbers of employees to resign by forcing them to move across the country. USDA’s “reorganization” would not benefit the agency or the states. Instead, it would harm Washington and other states who partner with USDA on essential programs to prevent wildfires, protect food safety and security, and administer food assistance to our most vulnerable residents.

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