USPS changes postmark timing for mailbox mail in 2026
USPS is changing when it applies postmarks to some mailbox mail in 2026, which could affect deadlines tied to tax returns, bills and ballots.
Regulatory
DOJ settles Westlake case over alleged SCRA interest-rate violations
The Justice Department said Westlake Financial Services agreed to a settlement over allegations that it failed to fully apply Servicemembers Civil Relief Act interest-rate benefits to eligible servicemembers.
North Dakota court vacates Fed debit card fee rule, stays ruling on appeal
A U.S. District Court in North Dakota granted summary judgment to Corner Post, vacated Regulation II and stayed the vacatur pending appeal to the Eighth Circuit.
CFPB to mail refund checks to more than 4 million CreditRepair.com and Lexington Law consumers
The CFPB says a redress distribution tied to its enforcement action against Lexington Law and CreditRepair.com will start in December and run into January.
CFPB to distribute $384 million to 191,672 consumers in Think Finance case
The CFPB says the money will go to 191,672 consumers through its victims relief fund after allegations that Think Finance collected payments on loans that were not legally owed in multiple states.
Trip.com Group says it received China antitrust penalty and will make changes
Trip.com Group said it accepted an administrative penalty decision from China’s State Administration for Market Regulation and plans a conference call on July 27.
cbdMD supports hemp bill ahead of Nov. 12 deadline
cbdMD said the Lawful Hemp Protection Act would create a long-term federal framework for hemp-derived products and avert a scheduled narrowing of the hemp definition.