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Monthly Legal Headlines — December 2025
Date Published: December 19, 2025
Federal Reserve Board publishes its biennial report on debit card transactions, which summarizes information collected from large debit card issuers and payment card networks
Federal Reserve Board publishes its biennial report on debit card transactions, which summarizes information collected from large debit card issuers and payment card networks
OCC Reports Third Quarter 2025 Bank Trading Revenue
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) reported cumulative trading revenue of U.S. commercial banks and savings associations of $18.4 billion in the third quarter of 2025. The third quarter trading revenue was $1.8 billion, or…
Federal Reserve Board requests public input on “payment account,” which eligible financial institutions could use for the limited purpose of clearing and settling their payments
Federal Reserve Board requests public input on “payment account,” which eligible financial institutions could use for the limited purpose of clearing and settling their payments
FTC Continues Enforcement Action Streak Against Anticompetitive No-Hire Agreements
FTC takes action to protect workers’ ability to negotiate for higher wages, better benefits, and improved working conditions Today, the Federal Trade Commission took its latest enforcement action to free American workers from labor practices that limit wage…
FTC Approves Modifications to Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority’s Enforcement Rule
The Federal Trade Commission issued an order approving a proposed modification from the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority to its Enforcement Rule.View Press Release
OCC Announces Enforcement Actions for December 2025
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) today released enforcement actions for December 2025.
Federal Reserve Board publishes first of several staff manuals for the supervision of the largest and most complex banks
Federal Reserve Board publishes first of several staff manuals for the supervision of the largest and most complex banks
Instacart to Pay $60 Million in Consumer Refunds to Settle FTC Lawsuit Over Allegations it Engaged in Deceptive Tactics
FTC settlement resolves allegations that Instacart deceived consumers with false advertising, failure to provide refunds, and unlawful subscription enrollment processes Today, the Federal Trade Commission announced that grocery delivery provider Instacart will pay $60 million in refunds to…
Judiciary Learning Center Bridges Gap Between Science and Law
The new Federal Circuit Center for Innovation and Law offers students an immersive learning experience that connects science, technology, civics, and law in the nation’s capital.
OCC Files Amicus Brief on 10th Circuit Decision
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency filed an amicus brief with the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit in connection with the litigation, National Association of Industrial Bankers v. Weiser.
Federal Reserve Board withdraws 2023 policy statement and issues new policy statement regarding the treatment of certain Board-supervised banks that facilitates responsible innovation
Federal Reserve Board withdraws 2023 policy statement and issues new policy statement regarding the treatment of certain Board-supervised banks that facilitates responsible innovation
Joshua T. White Named SEC Chief Economist
The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced that financial economist and academic scholar Dr. Joshua T. White will return to the agency beginning the week of Jan. 5, 2026, to serve as its Chief Economist and Director of…
Why it matters: public company reporting implications.
SEC Office of the Investor Advocate Delivers to Congress Report on Activities for Fiscal Year 2025
The Securities and Exchange Commission’s Office of the Investor Advocate today delivered its Report on Activities for the Fiscal Year 2025 to Congress, highlighting the initiatives and work of the office during the fiscal year.The report includes:An…
Why it matters: SEC enforcement posture and risk.
OCC Issues CRA Simplified Strategic Plan to Reduce Regulatory Burden for Community Banks
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) today issued proposed guidance for a simplified strategic plan process for community banks to comply with the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA).
OCC’s Semiannual Risk Perspective Highlights Key Risks in Federal Banking System
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) today reported the key issues facing the federal banking system in the Semiannual Risk Perspective for Fall 2025.
Federal Reserve Board announces termination of enforcement actions with The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. and Metropolitan Commercial Bank
Federal Reserve Board announces termination of enforcement actions with The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. and Metropolitan Commercial Bank