March 24, 2026 Regular Board of Directors Meeting

The House Committee on Energy and Commerce held a legislative hearing on June 4, 2026, to examine the proposed Secure Data Act, a federal comprehensive privacy and data security law. The discussion focused on the need for a uniform national privacy standard to replace the current patchwork of 22 state laws, with proponents emphasizing the benefits for businesses, especially small businesses, in reducing compliance burdens and fostering innovation. Witnesses highlighted the Act's consensus-based approach, built on existing state laws, and its provisions for consumer rights such as data access, correction, deletion, and opt-out options for data sale and targeted advertising. However, several members and witnesses criticized the bill for lacking strong data minimization rules, insufficient protections for sensitive data, absence of a private right of action, and broad preemption of stronger state laws, which they argued could weaken consumer privacy and civil rights protections. The hearing also addressed concerns about enforcement mechanisms, the impact on AI and children's data privacy, and the balance between protecting consumers and enabling business growth. No specific contract awards, RFPs, or procurement decisions were discussed during the hearing.

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• CMT: Examining Legislation to Establish a Federal Comprehensive Privacy and Data Security Law · House Committee on Energy and Commerce · Jun 04

The City Council of Santa Paula held a regular meeting on June 3, 2026, which included extensive discussions on several procurement and development-related topics. Key procurement-related items included a presentation and review of the East Harvard Infill Redevelopment Action Plan (IRAP), funded through the Ventura Council of Governments (VCOG) REAP 2.0 program. The council reviewed three conceptual development plans for a privately owned site, focusing on mixed-use, senior housing, commercial space, and potential medical facilities. The council ultimately directed staff to proceed with Concept One, emphasizing senior and multifamily housing with commercial space, while recommending a reduction in dwelling units to address parking concerns. Additionally, the Public Works Department provided updates on ongoing capital improvement projects, including water and sewer main replacements, street paving, and a microgrid incentive program, highlighting challenges such as labor shortages and chloride compliance in wastewater. The Finance Department reported on accounts payable and receivable activities, including processing over 4,000 invoices totaling approximately $6.5 million. The council also reviewed and discussed a proposed Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use and Governance Policy aimed at establishing responsible and ethical AI use within city operations, with plans to refine and return the policy for future adoption. No formal votes were taken on the AI policy during this meeting. The council scheduled a study session for June 17 to discuss water and sewer rate studies and infrastructure needs. The meeting concluded with an adjournment in memory of a local resident.

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• 2026.06.03 | City Council Meeting · City of Santa Paula · Jun 04

The House Appropriations Committee held a full committee markup on June 4, 2026, to consider the Fiscal Year 2027 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies and Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development (THUD) appropriations bills. The Interior bill was discussed extensively, with significant debate over funding levels for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Indian Affairs, domestic energy production, and cultural institutions. The bill proposed a total of $38.9 billion, including increases for tribal programs and domestic energy, but cuts to the EPA by nearly 20%. Several amendments were offered and debated, including a notable amendment to prohibit construction of a controversial presidential arch, which was ultimately defeated. The THUD bill was presented with a discretionary allocation of $92.2 billion, reflecting cuts from the previous year and redirected funds from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. Key priorities included air traffic control modernization, highway improvements, freight rail safety, and housing assistance programs. The bill faced criticism for cuts to public transit, housing programs, and transportation safety, with concerns raised about the impact on vulnerable populations and infrastructure. Manager's amendments and en bloc amendments were adopted to make technical corrections and policy provisions. Multiple amendments addressing housing affordability, environmental justice, energy policy, and transportation safety were debated, with many failing to pass. The committee ultimately moved to favorably report the Interior bill to the House, while the THUD bill continued through markup with ongoing debate.

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• Full Committee Markup of FY27 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies and FY27 THUD Bills · House Appropriations Committee · Jun 04

This was a congressional hearing held by the Transportation & Infrastructure Committee Republicans on June 4, 2026, to review the fiscal year 2027 budget requests for the Maritime Administration (MARAD) and the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC). The hearing focused heavily on procurement and budget issues related to the U.S. maritime industry, including funding for shipbuilding, port infrastructure, and maritime security programs. Key topics included the proposed $2.6 billion MARAD budget request, which relies heavily on a new maritime security trust fund not yet approved by Congress, and concerns over significant cuts to the Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) and other critical programs. The FMC requested flat funding of $40 million despite increased responsibilities under the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022, raising concerns about its ability to enforce fair competition and investigate shipping practices effectively. Witnesses discussed challenges such as the longest Jones Act waiver in history, which many members criticized for undermining domestic shipbuilding and maritime jobs. The hearing also addressed modernization efforts, small shipyard grants, and the need for a coordinated government approach to increase U.S.-flagged cargo and revitalize the maritime industrial base. Several members emphasized the importance of ending the Jones Act waiver and passing the SHIPS Act to provide stable funding and support for the industry. The FMC highlighted enforcement successes, including significant penalties against shipping companies for unfair practices. Overall, the hearing underscored the need for increased and stable funding, regulatory reforms, and coordinated policy actions to strengthen the U.S. maritime sector and supply chain resilience.

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• Future of United States Maritime: Review of Fiscal Year 2027 MARAD and FMC Budget Requests · T&I Committee Republicans · Jun 04

The Committee on House Administration held a full committee hearing on June 4, 2026, to oversee the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) and discuss ongoing and future capital infrastructure projects. Key procurement-related topics included the recently completed Cannon Building renewal project, which concluded at $971 million—$200 million over the original 2009 estimate—and lessons learned to avoid similar cost overruns in the planned Rayburn House Office Building renovation. The AOC emphasized the critical need for financial discipline, timely completion, and minimizing disruption to congressional operations. The committee discussed the necessity of constructing new swing space to accommodate displaced offices during renovations, with a recommendation to build a new facility rather than refurbish existing buildings like Madison. The hearing also covered security infrastructure upgrades, elevator and escalator modernization, and the drafting of a new Capitol Complex Master Plan with outside consultants. Members highlighted the challenges of aging infrastructure, hazardous materials remediation, and the importance of maintaining operational continuity. The AOC committed to working closely with congressional leadership and security stakeholders to ensure project success and safety. No formal votes were recorded, but the hearing underscored the need for continued appropriations and oversight to support these large-scale capital improvement projects.

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• Full Committee Hearing: Oversight of the Architect of the Capitol · Committee on House Administration · Jun 04

FEMA Region 9 is conducting a Virtual Industry Day to engage contractors for the Permanent Housing Construction Repairs project supporting the Crow Tribe of Montana. This project involves repairing approximately 25 homes damaged by severe storms under disaster declaration DR-4847. Registration for the event closes on June 10, 2026, and the session will cover detailed project requirements, evaluation criteria, and emphasize compliance with tribal regulations and experience in tribal residential construction.

• Why this matters: Contractors with experience in tribal housing and residential construction should consider participating to access this federally funded disaster recovery opportunity.
• The project requires adherence to tribal regulations, highlighting the importance of cultural and regulatory compliance in tribal construction procurements.
• Procurement professionals should note the June 10, 2026 registration deadline to ensure timely engagement.
• This opportunity reflects ongoing federal investment in disaster recovery and tribal infrastructure resilience, signaling potential future projects in similar contexts.

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• FEMA Permanent Housing Construction Repairs – Crow Tribe of Montana (DR-4847) Virtual Industry Day · SAM · Jun 04

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on June 2, 2026, establishing a voluntary federal program for advanced AI developers to provide early access to their frontier AI models up to 30 days before public release. This initiative aims to enhance national security and federal cybersecurity defenses by enabling government agencies such as the NSA, CISA, Treasury, and NIST to conduct safety and vulnerability assessments prior to deployment. The order creates a voluntary AI cybersecurity clearinghouse to centralize vulnerability information and fosters collaboration between federal agencies and leading AI companies including OpenAI, Google, Anthropic, and xAI. It emphasizes a non-mandatory, innovation-friendly approach that balances security oversight with the need to avoid burdensome regulation, while also prioritizing prosecution of AI-enabled cybercrimes.

• Why this matters: Procurement professionals should note the establishment of a voluntary federal review process that may influence AI development timelines and compliance expectations for contractors working with advanced AI technologies.
• The creation of a centralized AI cybersecurity clearinghouse signals new opportunities for vendors specializing in AI security testing, vulnerability management, and compliance support.
• Agencies involved include DoD, Treasury, NSA, CISA, NIST, and DHS, indicating cross-agency collaboration and potential contracting needs for AI risk assessment and cybersecurity services.
• Companies developing frontier AI models can leverage this framework to engage proactively with federal cybersecurity initiatives, potentially enhancing trust and market access in government AI procurements.

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• Trump signs AI order seeking access to new models before release · NBC News · Jun 02
• Trump signs AI executive order to give government early look at new models · WCBI TV · Jun 02
• Trump signs order seeking govt access to new AI… · Inkl · Jun 02
• US to screen AI models before release​ | Cybernews · Cybernews · Jun 03
• Executive Order Creates Voluntary Regulatory Regime of Frontier AI Models | Crowell & Moring LLP · Crowell & Moring LLP · Jun 03

The City of Panama City's Charter Review Advisory Board met on June 3, 2026, to discuss various charter provisions and governance issues. Key procurement-related discussions included the agenda-setting process for city commission meetings, with a focus on balancing public notice requirements and the authority of the mayor, commissioners, and city manager in setting meeting agendas. The board debated a motion to allow any one commissioner to request items be placed on the agenda, maintaining a 48-hour public notice requirement, and agreed to amend the charter language accordingly. They also discussed the mayor and commissioner compensation, ultimately deciding not to include compensation details in the charter, leaving that to be addressed by the city commission. Other topics included clarifying single-member district voting provisions in the charter and residency requirements for key city officials, with a motion passed to require residency within Bay County rather than strictly within city limits for certain positions. The board planned to finalize the charter review by mid-June, with further meetings scheduled to address remaining agenda process details and to prepare materials for the city commission's consideration.

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• Chater Review Advisory Board Meeting 05282026 · City of Panama City · Jun 03

The City of Anderson Planning Commission held a meeting on June 2, 2026, primarily to discuss a rezoning request (RZ26-3) involving two parcels totaling approximately 39 acres at the corner of Fant and River. The applicant seeks to rezone the parcels from Limited Office (LO) to Neighborhood Commercial (NC) to open a bakery, which is not permitted under the current zoning. Staff recommended approval based on the city's comprehensive plan and anticipated Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) changes that would likely reclassify the area as NC in the future. The commission approved the rezoning request, which will next proceed to the city council for readings and final approval. Additionally, the meeting included updates on upcoming UDO workshops and zoning ordinance changes aimed at reducing nonconformities and streamlining development processes.

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• City of Anderson - Planning Commission June 2nd, 2026 · CityofAndersonSC · Jun 03

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Fort Worth District, is organizing an Industry Day on June 23, 2026, at the Houston-Lantrip Center in Abilene, Texas. This event will present forecasted project opportunities at Dyess Air Force Base, providing a platform for contractors, small businesses, and resource partners to engage directly with contracting officials and prime contractors. The session aims to facilitate networking and information exchange about upcoming projects, enabling industry stakeholders to better prepare for future solicitations and contract awards related to Dyess AFB infrastructure and construction needs.

• Why this matters: Procurement professionals and contractors gain early insight into upcoming projects at Dyess AFB, allowing strategic planning and competitive positioning.
• The event supports small business engagement and collaboration with prime contractors, enhancing subcontracting opportunities.
• Organizations interested in federal construction and infrastructure projects in Texas should consider participation to build relationships and understand project scopes.
• Early engagement can improve proposal quality and alignment with USACE Fort Worth District requirements for Dyess AFB projects.

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• Industry Day at Dyess Air Force Base for Forecasted Project Opportunities · SAM · Jun 03