ASAToday for August 19, 2026

FEDERAL APPELLATE COURT WEIGHS IN ON REGULAR RATE OF PAY CALCULATION UNDER THE FLSA The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit (covering Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin) has issued a wage…

As of late summer 2026, lawmakers in 15 states have considered moratoriums or significant restrictions on data-center development, while data-center legislation in more than 30 states has addressed a far broader range of issues including: electricity demand…

Congress is in its August recess, but we will continue to provide intermittent updates on important legislative and regulatory developments as they emerge. In the meantime, we hope you enjoy these remaining…

The Senate approved its version of the continuing resolution (CR) by a vote of 90-6, sending the legislation to negotiations with the House over differences between the two bills. Sens. Cassidy (R-LA),…

The Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general by a 50-49 vote, with two Republicans—Sens. Collins (R-ME) and Murkowski (R-AK) —joining Democrats in opposing his nomination.  Collins and Murkowski cited concerns about…