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FTC Takes Action Against High-Level MLM Participant who Deceived Workers About the Amount of Money They Can Earn
WASHINGTON, April 13 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release:
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FTC Takes Action Against High-Level MLM Participant who Deceived Workers About the Amount of Money They Can Earn
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The Federal Trade Commission is taking action against a high-level participant in a multilevel marketing (MLM) company over allegations she used false or baseless earning claims to recruit workers, most of whom did not earn any money from the venture.
The FTC alleged in a complaint that Stormy Wellington, who has been a high-level participant in two different MLMs, used deceptive earnings
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WASHINGTON, April 13 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release:
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FTC Takes Action Against High-Level MLM Participant who Deceived Workers About the Amount of Money They Can Earn
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The Federal Trade Commission is taking action against a high-level participant in a multilevel marketing (MLM) company over allegations she used false or baseless earning claims to recruit workers, most of whom did not earn any money from the venture.
The FTC alleged in a complaint that Stormy Wellington, who has been a high-level participant in two different MLMs, used deceptive earningsclaims to recruit new members to Total Life Changes (TLC) and, more recently, Farmasi.
"Today's actions make clear that the FTC will go after individuals who deceive consumers trying to earn a living," said Christopher Mufarrige, Director of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection. "This case highlights the FTC's ongoing efforts to protect workers from recruiters who misrepresent potential earnings."
In MLMs, individual participants market and sell the MLM's products or services and recruit new participants, who themselves will sell the MLM's products or services and recruit new participants. Wellington was a high-level participant who benefitted from recruiting new members using allegedly false or misleading promises of earning significant income.
In YouTube videos and social media posts, Wellington tried to entice new participants by claiming they could make hundreds of thousands and even millions of dollars, according to the FTC's complaint. For example, Wellington posted a video on her Facebook page promoting TLC that included a caption stating, "I will help 1000 families make 5-7 figures in the next 90 days to 12 months!"
Wellington spent a decade at TLC, which sells nutrition, wellness, and skincare products, before leaving in August 2025 to join Farmasi, which sells make-up, skincare, and health and wellness products. She allegedly promised new recruits to Farmasi that they can earn big money, saying, "I'm telling you right now, no less than six figures, no less. Repeat that to me. No less than six figures," and that she will make "60 new millionaires in 2026."
Despite these claims, in both MLMs most participants made little or no money. In TLC's income disclosures posted to its website, TLC states that 76.8% of active participants (23,124 people) did not earn any compensation in calendar year 2023, and that, at most, 0.4% of all active participants (113 people) earned more than $5,000. Similarly, Farmasi's income disclosure statement posted to its website shows that, in 2023, fewer than 1% of active participants earned income in the six-figure range the FTC alleges Wellington promised.
In a proposed order settling the FTC's allegations, Wellington will be prohibited from misrepresenting or assisting others in misrepresenting how much money others can earn from various business ventures. This includes prohibiting Wellington from misrepresenting:
* Expressly or by implication, including through images of homes, vehicles, purchases, or travel, earnings that participants will or are likely to make;
* The amount of earnings that she or other participants have actually earned;
* The reason participants do not earn substantial compensation; and
* Any other fact material to consumers concerning the business venture.
In addition, Wellington will be prohibited from making any representation, expressly or by implication, regarding the amount of earnings that a participant can expect to earn unless: it is not misleading, she can substantiate in writing the earnings claim when it is made, and she can provide evidence upon request to any individual who expresses an interest in becoming a participant. Wellington also will be required to notify her downline participants about the order's prohibition on making deceptive and unsubstantiated earning claims.
The Commission vote to authorize the staff to file the complaint and stipulated final order was 2-0. The matter was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida.
NOTE: The Commission files a complaint when it has "reason to believe" that the named defendants are violating or are about to violate the law and it appears to the Commission that a proceeding is in the public interest. Stipulated final orders have the force of law when approved and signed by the District Court judge.
The lead staff on this matter include Claire Wack and Melissa Dickey in the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection.
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Original text here: https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2026/04/ftc-takes-action-against-high-level-mlm-participant-who-deceived-workers-about-amount-money-they-can
FTC Issues Order Approving 2026 Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority Budget
WASHINGTON, April 13 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release:
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FTC Issues Order Approving 2026 Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority Budget
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The Federal Trade Commission issued an order approving the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority's 2026 budget.
As required under an FTC rule regarding oversight of the Authority, the FTC published the Authority's proposed 2026 budget in the Federal Register and provided the public an opportunity to comment.
Following the public comment period, the Commission vote to approve the proposed budget was 2-0.
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WASHINGTON, April 13 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release:
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FTC Issues Order Approving 2026 Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority Budget
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The Federal Trade Commission issued an order approving the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority's 2026 budget.
As required under an FTC rule regarding oversight of the Authority, the FTC published the Authority's proposed 2026 budget in the Federal Register and provided the public an opportunity to comment.
Following the public comment period, the Commission vote to approve the proposed budget was 2-0.
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Originaltext here: https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2026/04/ftc-issues-order-approving-2026-horseracing-integrity-safety-authority-budget
FDIC Announces Four Senior Leadership Appointments
WASHINGTON, April 13 -- The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation issued the following news release:
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FDIC Announces Four Senior Leadership Appointments
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WASHINGTON - The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) today announced the appointment of the following personnel to serve in senior leadership positions:
Benjamin Olson has been appointed Director of the FDIC's Division of Depositor and Consumer Protection (DCP). Prior to his appointment, Mr. Olson served as Deputy Director for Consumer Supervision and Regulation at the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. He has
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WASHINGTON, April 13 -- The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation issued the following news release:
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FDIC Announces Four Senior Leadership Appointments
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WASHINGTON - The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) today announced the appointment of the following personnel to serve in senior leadership positions:
Benjamin Olson has been appointed Director of the FDIC's Division of Depositor and Consumer Protection (DCP). Prior to his appointment, Mr. Olson served as Deputy Director for Consumer Supervision and Regulation at the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. He hasover 24 years of experience in the public and private sectors, including as Managing Vice President with Capital One; Partner with Buckley LLP (currently Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP); and Deputy Assistant Director with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Mr. Olson earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science and English literature at Tulane University and a law degree from the Georgetown University Law Center.
Shawn Khani has been appointed Director of the FDIC's Division of Resolutions and Receiverships (DRR). Prior to his appointment, Mr. Khani served as DRR's Acting Director and Senior Deputy Director overseeing strategic resolution readiness planning, including franchise and asset marketing and receivership management. Before joining the FDIC, Mr. Khani served in several private sector roles, primarily in a fixed income trading capacity, including as the Director of Structured Products Trading at CarVal Investors and as Head Trader at The Winter Group. Mr. Khani earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biochemistry from the University of Miami.
Trey Maust has been appointed to serve as Chief Innovation Officer to guide the FDIC's work to promote the adoption of innovative technologies within the FDIC and across the financial services sector. Mr. Maust most recently served as Executive Chairman of Lewis & Clark Bank. In addition, he served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Bankevo LLC, a nonbank subsidiary of Lewis & Clark Bancorp, and Chairman of the Board of Lewis & Clark Bancorp. He has also served in several public sector and industry leadership roles including Chairman of the American Bankers Association's Core Platforms Committee; Bankers Advisory Board Member at the Conference of State Bank Supervisors; and member of the FDIC's Advisory Committee on Community Banking. Mr. Maust earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration at Portland State University.
Sam Lupas has been appointed Deputy Chief of Staff and will serve as an advisor to the Chairman and Chief of Staff. Mr. Lupas joins the FDIC from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), where he served as senior policy advisor to the Federal Housing Commissioner, coordinating policy development and internal operations for the Federal Housing Administration's $2 trillion mortgage insurance portfolio. Mr. Lupas has also served in roles with the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House Committee on Financial Services, including the Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in finance from Auburn University and a Master of Arts in international business from Georgetown University.
Contact(s)
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Original text here: https://www.fdic.gov/news/press-releases/2026/fdic-announces-four-senior-leadership-appointments
Publishing.com to Pay $1.5 Million for Misleading Consumers about How Much Income They Could Earn Using the Company's Products and Services
WASHINGTON, April 13 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release:
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Publishing.com to Pay $1.5 Million for Misleading Consumers about How Much Income They Could Earn Using the Company's Products and Services
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Publishing.com LLC and its two principals will pay $1.5 million and be required to substantiate earnings claims in the future to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that the company and its operators misled consumers about how much money they were likely to earn using their products.
"Consumers, including workers, need accurate information up front about
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WASHINGTON, April 13 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release:
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Publishing.com to Pay $1.5 Million for Misleading Consumers about How Much Income They Could Earn Using the Company's Products and Services
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Publishing.com LLC and its two principals will pay $1.5 million and be required to substantiate earnings claims in the future to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that the company and its operators misled consumers about how much money they were likely to earn using their products.
"Consumers, including workers, need accurate information up front aboutpotential earnings to make an informed decision about how to invest their time, money, and efforts," said Christopher Mufarrige, Director of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection. "This case advances the Commission's priority of protecting American workers from deceptive and unlawful conduct."
Publishing.com advertised, marketed, and sold online self-publishing programs and services. According to the FTC, since 2018, Publishing.com has sold its programs and services to consumers with claims that it will provide the education, mentorship, tools, and technology to allow consumers to earn a substantial income publishing e-books and audiobooks online.
The company primarily advertised two programs - AI Publishing Academy (AIA) and Publishing Accelerator. AIA is Publishing.com's self-publishing course, which can cost up to $1,995, and Publishing Accelerator is an add-on program the company started selling in 2022 to supposedly provide additional coaching and other services. In marketing these programs, the company used free online videos to entice consumers to purchase what it describes as a foolproof, passive income system.
The FTC alleged that Publishing.com CEO Christian Mikkelsen and Chief Product Officer Rasmus Mikkelsen claimed that they have personally used this system to obtain significant wealth through online self-publishing. For example, in a promotional email, Christian Mikkelsen claimed consumers can "copy the EXACT system hundreds of my students use to make $1k to $3k a month in passive income."
Most consumers who bought Publishing.com's products and services, however, never achieved the income the company promised in its advertising, according to the FTC's complaint. Consumers who sought refunds under the company's "no questions asked" guarantee allegedly discovered that Publishing.com imposed many additional conditions, which were often buried in fine print or the company's lengthy terms of service, that made it difficult or impossible for them to get their money back.
In addition, the complaint alleges that while Publishing.com frequently highlighted positive consumer reviews and testimonials to market its program, the company often failed to disclose when reviews were written by company employees or other people, including relatives of the Mikkelsens, who might be biased by their connection to the company. The company also failed to disclose that some of the positive testimonials were incentivized: the company offered various prizes, cash, and additional services, in exchange for providing positive testimonials. At times, the complaint states, Publishing.com even conditioned refunds on consumers providing positive testimonials.
To address the deceptive conduct alleged in the complaint, the proposed order prohibits Publishing.com and the Mikkelsens from:
* making earnings claims unless they are not misleading and they have a reasonable basis to support them;
* making the specific misrepresentations detailed in the complaint, as well as misrepresentations concerning material facts in the sale of any product or service;
* failing to disclose terms and conditions of any cancellation or refund policy or failing to promptly honor a consumer's cancellation or refund request in accordance with company policies; and
* making misrepresentations regarding endorsements and reviews.
The order also requires the company and the Mikkelsens to disclose any unexpected material connections with endorsers or reviewers and any payments or other incentives for posting reviews.
Today's action aligns with the FTC's Joint Labor Task Force launched by Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson in February 2025. The Commission created the cross-agency Labor Task Force to root out and prosecute deceptive, unfair, and anticompetitive labor-market practices that harm American workers. Noting that the FTC's dual consumer-protection and competition mandate makes the agency uniquely well-suited to address these worker harms, Chairman Ferguson's Labor Task Force harnesses expertise from the agency's Bureau of Consumer Protection, Bureau of Competition, Bureau of Economics, and Office of Policy Planning.
The Commission vote to accept the consent agreement was 2-0.
The FTC will publish a description of the consent agreement package in the Federal Register soon. The agreement will be subject to public comment for 30 days, after which the Commission will decide whether to make the proposed consent order final. Instructions for filing comments appear in the published notice. Comments must be received 30 days after publication in the Federal Register. Once processed, comments will be posted on Regulations.gov.
NOTE: When the Commission issues a consent order on a final basis, it carries the force of law with respect to future actions. Each violation of such an order may result in a civil penalty of up to $53,088.
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Original text here: https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2026/04/publishingcom-pay-15-million-misleading-consumers-about-how-much-income-they-could-earn-using
FTC Takes Action Against TruHeight for Deceptive and Unsubstantiated Advertising of Supposed Height-Enhancing Supplements for Kids and Teens
WASHINGTON, April 13 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release:
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FTC Takes Action Against TruHeight for Deceptive and Unsubstantiated Advertising of Supposed Height-Enhancing Supplements for Kids and Teens
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Nevada-based Vanilla Chip LLC, which does business as TruHeight, and its two principals, Eden Stelmach and Justin Rapoport, have agreed to settle the Federal Trade Commission's charges that they deceptively advertised the effectiveness of a range of supplements touted as supporting height growth in children and teenagers, and relied on reviews that were written
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WASHINGTON, April 13 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release:
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FTC Takes Action Against TruHeight for Deceptive and Unsubstantiated Advertising of Supposed Height-Enhancing Supplements for Kids and Teens
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Nevada-based Vanilla Chip LLC, which does business as TruHeight, and its two principals, Eden Stelmach and Justin Rapoport, have agreed to settle the Federal Trade Commission's charges that they deceptively advertised the effectiveness of a range of supplements touted as supporting height growth in children and teenagers, and relied on reviews that were writtenby their own employees and vendors, or by consumers who were offered a free product or discount in return for writing a 5-star review.
"The law is clear: you must have competent and reliable scientific evidence to support health claims about your products or services, said Christopher Mufarrige, Director of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection. "TruHeight not only made unsubstantiated claims about its products' capacity to boost height growth in children and teenagers but also amplified those claims with fake and incentivized reviews."
Respondent TruHeight has been selling supplements that purport to boost height growth in children and teenagers since at least 2020. Respondents Eden Stelmach and Justin Rapoport are the co-founders, co-owners, and co-chief executive officers of TruHeight. Using social media, search engine ads, email campaigns, and the company's website, TruHeight made claims including "Help your child grow taller! Pure Ingredients, Real Results" and "The Only Supplement Clinically Proven to Help Height Growth," to promote its products.
According to the FTC's complaint, however, these claims were unsubstantiated because TruHeight lacked the competent and reliable scientific evidence required to back up the height-based growth claims it made. To further induce consumers to buy its products, TruHeight also published fake positive consumer reviews.
Until at least November 2024, the FTC alleges, the TruHeight website contained several thousand five-star reviews that were purportedly written by customers but were actually written by company employees. TruHeight also offered consumers free and discounted products in exchange for leaving 5-star reviews on its own website and on third-party platforms.
Finally, the complaint alleges TruHeight used fake social media profiles that, while masquerading as belonging to real, existing users, were in reality run by automated bots. These fake profiles were used to post software-generated comments on TruHeight's Facebook and Instagram pages. Based on this conduct, the complaint charges the TruHeight respondents with violating the FTC Act and the agency's Reviews and Testimonials Rule.
The proposed administrative order resolving the FTC's complaint imposes a $4 million judgment on TruHeight and its principals, which will be partially suspended based on respondents' inability to pay the full amount. The proposed order also:
* prohibits respondents from making false or unsubstantiated height and growth claims;
* bans respondents from making any claims about the health benefits, performance, efficacy, safety, or side effects of any product covered by the order, unless the claim is not misleading and is supported by competent and reliable scientific evidence;
* prohibits TruHeight from misrepresenting: 1) that a reviewer exists, 2) that a reviewer used the product, service, or business being reviewed, or 3) the reviewer's experience with the product, service, or business being reviewed; and
* prohibits TruHeight from buying consumer reviews conditioned on a particular sentiment - whether positive or negative - about the product being reviewed.
The Commission vote to issue the administrative complaint and to accept the consent agreement was 2-0. FTC Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson joined by Commissioner Mark R. Meador issued a separate statement.
The FTC will publish a description of the consent agreement package in the Federal Register soon. The agreement will be subject to public comment, after which the Commission will decide whether to make the proposed consent order final. Instructions for filing comments appear in the published notice. Comments must be received 30 days after publication in the Federal Register. Once processed, comments will be posted on Regulations.gov.
NOTE: The Commission issues an administrative complaint when it has "reason to believe" that the law has been or is being violated, and it appears to the Commission that a proceeding is in the public interest. When the Commission issues a consent order on a final basis, it carries the force of law with respect to future actions. Each violation of such an order may result in a civil penalty of up to $53,088.
The staff attorneys on this matter are Robert Van Someren Greve and Katherine Campbell in the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection.
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Original text here: https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2026/04/ftc-takes-action-against-truheight-deceptive-unsubstantiated-advertising-supposed-height-enhancing
FCC: Broadcast Station Totals as of March 31, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 11 -- The Federal Communications Commission's Media Bureau issued the following public notice (No. DA 26-336) on April 10, 2026:
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The Commission has announced the following totals for broadcast stations licensed as of March 31, 2026:
AM STATIONS ... 4,310
FM COMMERCIAL ... 6,574
FM EDUCATIONAL ... 4,783
TOTAL ... 15,667
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UHF COMMERCIAL TV ... 1,040
VHF COMMERCIAL TV ... 349
UHF EDUCATIONAL TV ... 270
VHF EDUCATIONAL TV ... 118
TOTAL ... 1,777
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CLASS A UHF STATIONS ... 363
CLASS A VHF STATIONS ... 35
TOTAL ... 398
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FM TRANSLATORS & BOOSTERS
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WASHINGTON, April 11 -- The Federal Communications Commission's Media Bureau issued the following public notice (No. DA 26-336) on April 10, 2026:
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The Commission has announced the following totals for broadcast stations licensed as of March 31, 2026:
AM STATIONS ... 4,310
FM COMMERCIAL ... 6,574
FM EDUCATIONAL ... 4,783
TOTAL ... 15,667
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UHF COMMERCIAL TV ... 1,040
VHF COMMERCIAL TV ... 349
UHF EDUCATIONAL TV ... 270
VHF EDUCATIONAL TV ... 118
TOTAL ... 1,777
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CLASS A UHF STATIONS ... 363
CLASS A VHF STATIONS ... 35
TOTAL ... 398
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FM TRANSLATORS & BOOSTERS... 8,854
UHF TRANSLATORS ... 2,443
VHF TRANSLATORS ... 629
TOTAL ... 11,926
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UHF LOW POWER TV ... 1,489
VHF LOW POWER TV ... 288
TOTAL ... 1,777
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LOW POWER FM ... 2,007
TOTAL ... 2,007
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TOTAL BROADCAST STATIONS ... 33,552
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Original text here: https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DA-26-336A1.pdf
FCC Wireless Telecommunications Bureau Issues Public Notice: Commission Refreshes Record on Lower C-Band Petitions for Reconsideration
WASHINGTON, April 11 -- The Federal Communications Commission's Wireless Telecommunications Bureau issued the following public notice (GN Docket Nos. 18-122, 25-59) on April 10, 2026:
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By this Public Notice, the Wireless Telecommunications Bureau (Bureau) seeks to refresh the record on pending petitions for reconsideration of the Commission's 2020 C-band R&O/1 in light of certain technical proposals in the Upper C-band NPRM/2 and the responsive record thereto seeking a harmonized approach across the entire C-band. In particular, we seek to refresh the record on a petition for partial reconsideration
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WASHINGTON, April 11 -- The Federal Communications Commission's Wireless Telecommunications Bureau issued the following public notice (GN Docket Nos. 18-122, 25-59) on April 10, 2026:
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By this Public Notice, the Wireless Telecommunications Bureau (Bureau) seeks to refresh the record on pending petitions for reconsideration of the Commission's 2020 C-band R&O/1 in light of certain technical proposals in the Upper C-band NPRM/2 and the responsive record thereto seeking a harmonized approach across the entire C-band. In particular, we seek to refresh the record on a petition for partial reconsiderationthat was filed by the Aerospace Industries Association and others (AIA Petition) with respect to technical issues in the 3.7-3.98 GHz band (Lower C-band) context that have also been raised in the Commission's Upper C-band NPRM./3 The AIA Petition asks that the Commission take "appropriate mitigation measures...including limitations on technical parameters,"/4 with regard to terrestrial wireless operations in the Lower C-band in recognition of radio altimeter operations in the 4.2- 4.4 GHz band./5 The Bureau also seeks to refresh the record on additional outstanding petitions for reconsideration of the 2020 C-band R&O, to the extent they remain applicable./6
In the Upper C-band NPRM, the Commission sought comment on proposed technical rules for the Upper C-band based on those that currently apply to the Lower C-band, and asked whether to harmonize the wireless operational environment across the entire C-band./7 In particular, the Commission asked whether the proposed Upper C-band technical rules, including power levels and OOBE limits, should be adjusted to promote coexistence with radio altimeters in the 4.2-4.4 GHz band./8 With these goals in mind, the Bureau seeks to refresh the record in response to the AIA Petition and others in the Lower C-band proceeding on these technical issues. In specific, we seek to refresh the record on an appropriate limit on spurious emissions into 4.2-4.4 GHz for Lower C-band operations in light of related discussions with respect to the Upper C-band,/9 and proposals to adopt a 4 Watt Effective Isotropic Radiated Power (EIRP) limit for mobile devices across both bands./10 The Bureau also seeks to refresh the record on any other appropriate rule changes to align the wireless operational environment in the Lower C-band and Upper C-band. Commenters are encouraged to provide technical details in support of their submissions. Commenters should also address the costs and benefits of potentially changing any technical requirements currently applicable in the Lower C-band to better align with proposed requirements applicable to the Upper C-band.
Procedural Matters
Filing Requirements. Interested parties may file comments and reply comments on or before the dates indicated on the first page of this document and must reference GN Docket Nos. 18-122 and 25-59. Comments may be filed using the Commission's Electronic Comment Filing System (ECFS).
* Electronic Filers: Comments may be filed electronically using the Internet by accessing the ECFS: https://www.fcc.gov/ecfs.
* Paper Filers: Parties filing by paper must file an original and one copy of each filing.
- Filings can be sent by hand or messenger delivery, by commercial courier, or by the U.S. Postal Service. All filings must be addressed to the Secretary, Federal Communications Commission.
- Hand-delivered or messenger-delivered paper filings for the Commission's Secretary are accepted between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. by the FCC's mailing contractor at 9050 Junction Drive, Annapolis Junction, MD 20701. All hand deliveries must be held together with rubber bands or fasteners. Any envelopes and boxes must be disposed of before entering the building.
- Commercial courier deliveries (any deliveries not by the U.S. Postal Service) must be sent to 9050 Junction Drive, Annapolis Junction, MD 20701.
- Filings sent by U.S. Postal Service First-Class Mail, Priority Mail, and Priority Mail Express must be sent to 45 L Street NE, Washington, DC 20554.
People with Disabilities. To request materials in accessible formats for people with disabilities (braille, large print, electronic files, audio format), send an e-mail to fcc504@fcc.gov or call the Consumer & Governmental Affairs Bureau at 202-418-0530.
Initial Regulatory Flexibility Analysis. The Upper C-band NPRM included an Initial Regulatory Flexibility Analysis (IRFA) pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Sec. 603, exploring the potential impact on small entities of the Commission's proposals./11 We invite parties to file comments on the IRFA in light of this request to refresh the record.
Ex Parte Rules. The proceeding shall be treated as a "permit-but-disclose" proceeding in accordance with the Commission's ex parte rules./12 Persons making ex parte presentations must file a copy of any written presentation or a memorandum summarizing any oral presentation within two business days after the presentation (unless a different deadline applicable to the Sunshine period applies). Persons making oral ex parte presentations are reminded that memoranda summarizing the presentation must: (1) list all persons attending or otherwise participating in the meeting at which the ex parte presentation was made, and (2) summarize all data presented and arguments made during the presentation. If the presentation consisted in whole or in part of the presentation of data or arguments already reflected in the presenter's written comments, memoranda or other filings in the proceeding, the presenter may provide citations to such data or arguments in his or her prior comments, memoranda, or other filings (specifying the relevant page and/or paragraph numbers where such data or arguments can be found) in lieu of summarizing them in the memorandum. Documents shown or given to Commission staff during ex parte meetings are deemed to be written ex parte presentations and must be filed consistent with rule 1.1206(b). In proceedings governed by rule 1.49(f) or for which the Commission has made available a method of electronic filing, written ex parte presentations and memoranda summarizing oral ex parte presentations, and all attachments thereto, must be filed through the electronic comment filing system available for that proceeding, and must be filed in their native format (e.g., .doc, .xml, .ppt, searchable .pdf). Participants in this proceeding should familiarize themselves with the Commission's ex parte rules.
Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act. Consistent with the Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act, a summary of this document will be available on https://www.fcc.gov/proposed-rulemakings./13
Paperwork Reduction Act. This Public Notice may contain proposed new or modified information collections. The Commission, as part of its continuing effort to reduce paperwork burdens, invites the general public and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to comment on any information collections contained in this document, as required by the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, Public Law 104-13.
Additional Information. For further information regarding this Public Notice, please contact Andrew McArdell, Mobility Division, Wireless Telecommunications Bureau, at Andrew.McArdell@fcc.gov.
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Footnotes:
1/ Expanding Flexible Use of the 3.7 to 4.2 GHz Band, GN Docket No. 18-122, Report and Order and Order of Proposed Modification, 35 FCC Rcd 2343 (2020) (2020 C-band R&O).
2/ Upper C-band (3.98-4.2 GHz), GN Docket No. 25-59, Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, FCC 25-78, 2025 WL 4060705 (Nov. 21, 2025) (Upper C-band NPRM).
3/ Petition for Partial Reconsideration of the 3.7-4.2 GHz Band Report and Order, GN Docket No. 18-122 (filed May 26, 2020), https://www.fcc.gov/ecfs/document/10527379225572/1 (AIA Petition).
4/ AIA Petition at 18.
5/ See AIA Petition at 16-18.
6/ Intelsat License LLC Petition for Reconsideration, GN Docket No. 18-122 (filed May 26, 2020), https://www.fcc.gov/ecfs/document/10526884925025/1; Petition of Eutelsat S.A. for Expedited Reconsideration or Clarification, GN Docket No. 18-122 (filed May 26, 2020), https://www.fcc.gov/ecfs/document/10523184488608/1; Petition for Clarification and/or Reconsideration, GN Docket No. 18-122 (filed May 26, 2020), https://www.fcc.gov/ecfs/document/10526747701000/1; Petition for Reconsideration of Charter Communications, Inc., GN Docket No. 18-122 (filed May 26, 2020), https://www.fcc.gov/ecfs/document/10527106958674/1; Request for Clarification or, in the Alternative, Petition for Partial Reconsideration, GN Docket No. 18-122 (filed May 26, 2020), https://www.fcc.gov/ecfs/document/10526242916138/1.
7/ See Upper C-band NPRM at *17, para. 51.
8/ Upper C-band NPRM at *19-20, *40, paras. 58-61, 123.
9/ See Joint Aviation Comments, GN Docket No. 25-59, at 14-15 (rec. Jan. 20, 2026); Joint Aviation Reply, GN Docket No. 25-59, at 16-17 (rec. Feb. 18, 2026) (Joint Aviation Reply); CTIA Comments, GN Docket No. 25-59, at 34-35 (rec. Jan. 20, 2026); CTIA Reply, GN Docket No. 25-59, at 30-31 (rec. Feb. 18, 2026).
10/ See AT&T Comments, GN Docket No. 25-59, at 7-8 (rec. Jan. 20, 2026); AT&T Reply, GN Docket No. 25-59, at 12 (rec. Feb. 18, 2026); CTIA Comments, GN Docket No. 25-59, at 32-34 (rec. Jan. 20, 2026); Verizon Comments, GN Docket No. 25-59, at 24 (rec. Jan. 20, 2026); Joint Aviation Reply at 12-13.
11/ Upper C-band NPRM at *43-51, Appx., paras. 1-44.
12/ 47 C.F.R. Sec.Sec. 1.1200 et seq.
13/ 5 U.S.C. Sec. 553(b)(4). The Providing Accountability Through Transparency Act, Pub. L. No. 118-9 (2023), amended Section 553(b) of the Administrative Procedure Act.
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Original text here: https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DA-26-341A1.pdf
Temporary Restraining Order Blocks Arizona Criminal Enforcement Proceedings on Prediction Markets
WASHINGTON, April 10 -- The Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued the following news release:
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Temporary Restraining Order Blocks Arizona Criminal Enforcement Proceedings on Prediction Markets
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WASHINGTON -At the request of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, the United States District Court for the District of Arizona granted a temporary restraining order this afternoon barring Arizona from continuing to pursue criminal charges against CFTC-regulated designated contract markets. This follows last week's filing of a complaint against Arizona by the CFTC seeking an injunction
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WASHINGTON, April 10 -- The Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued the following news release:
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Temporary Restraining Order Blocks Arizona Criminal Enforcement Proceedings on Prediction Markets
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WASHINGTON -At the request of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, the United States District Court for the District of Arizona granted a temporary restraining order this afternoon barring Arizona from continuing to pursue criminal charges against CFTC-regulated designated contract markets. This follows last week's filing of a complaint against Arizona by the CFTC seeking an injunctionbarring Arizona from attempting to preempt federal law.
"The CFTC appreciates the court's careful consideration of these important legal questions and the court's decision to preserve the status quo," said CFTC Chairman Michael S. Selig. "Arizona's decision to weaponize state criminal law against companies that comply with federal law sets a dangerous precedent, and the court's order today sends a clear message that intimidation is not an acceptable tactic to circumvent federal law."
Last week, the CFTC filed complaints against Arizona, Connecticut, and Illinois, seeking declaratory judgments that federal law grants the CFTC "exclusive authority" to regulate event contracts and requesting permanent injunctions preventing the states from enforcing preempted state laws against DCMs. Two days ago, the CFTC also filed a motion for a Temporary Restraining Order and Preliminary Injunction to prevent Arizona from enforcing preempted state laws against CFTC-regulated DCMs.
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Original text here: https://www.cftc.gov/PressRoom/PressReleases/9211-26
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Yeeluzan Pool Drain Covers
WASHINGTON, April 10 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 9, 2026:
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Name of Product: Yeeluzan Pool Drain Covers
Hazard: The recalled drain covers violate the entrapment protection standards of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGBA), posing entrapment and drowning hazards to swimmers and bathers.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: April 09, 2026
Units: About 640
Consumer Contact: Yeeluzan by email at yeeluzanrecall@163.com.
Recall Details
Description: This recall involves Yeeluzan-branded pool drain covers that are sold for
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WASHINGTON, April 10 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 9, 2026:
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Name of Product: Yeeluzan Pool Drain Covers
Hazard: The recalled drain covers violate the entrapment protection standards of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGBA), posing entrapment and drowning hazards to swimmers and bathers.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: April 09, 2026
Units: About 640
Consumer Contact: Yeeluzan by email at yeeluzanrecall@163.com.
Recall Details
Description: This recall involves Yeeluzan-branded pool drain covers that are sold foruse in swimming pools. The pool drain covers measure about 8.7 inches in diameter and weigh 1.7 pounds. They are white and made of ABS plastic and sold in two-packs.
Remedy: Pool owners, pool operators and consumers should immediately stop using pools with the recalled pool drain covers. To receive a full refund to their original payment method, consumers should destroy the removed drain cover, take a clear photograph/video of the destroyed product as proof of destruction, and send the proof to the recalling firm by email at yeeluzanrecall@163.com. Ensure all pools and spas are fitted with VGBA-compliant drain covers and teach children to stay away from drains.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold Online At: Amazon.com from May 2025 through March 2026 for about $32.
Retailer: Weifang Luzhan Trade Co., Ltd., dba Yeeluzan, of China
Manufactured In: China
Recall number: 26-397
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Yeeluzan-Pool-Drain-Covers-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Entrapment-and-Drowning-Hazards-Violates-Virginia-Graeme-Baker-Pool-Spa-Safety-Act-Sold-on-Amazon-by-Yeeluzan
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Various Brands of Iron-Containing Dietary Supplements
WASHINGTON, April 10 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 9, 2026:
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Name of Product: Various Brands of Iron-Containing Dietary Supplements
Hazard: The dietary supplements contain iron, which must be in child-resistant packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The packaging of the supplements is not child-resistant, posing a risk of serious injury or death from poisoning if the contents are swallowed by young children.
Remedy: Replace
Recall Date: April 09, 2026
Units: About 356,140
Consumer Contact: Vitaquest International
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WASHINGTON, April 10 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 9, 2026:
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Name of Product: Various Brands of Iron-Containing Dietary Supplements
Hazard: The dietary supplements contain iron, which must be in child-resistant packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The packaging of the supplements is not child-resistant, posing a risk of serious injury or death from poisoning if the contents are swallowed by young children.
Remedy: Replace
Recall Date: April 09, 2026
Units: About 356,140
Consumer Contact: Vitaquest Internationaltoll-free at 844-298-4545 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at productsafety@vitaquest.com, or online at https://vitaquest.com/product-recall-information/ or www.vitaquest.com and click "Recall" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Recall Details
Description: This recall involves Arey, Bari Life, Bird&Be, Biote, Dr. Fuhrman, NuLife, HMR, Bariatric Pal, Noevir, Zenbean and Sakara brand iron-containing dietary supplements without child-resistant packaging. [View table in the link at bottom.]
Remedy: Consumers should immediately store the supplements out of sight and reach of children and contact Vitaquest International for information on how to obtain a free child-resistant replacement cap or storage pouch. [View table in the link at bottom.]
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold At: Credo Beauty, Erewhon, Healf, Nutrition World, The Vitamin Shoppe, Fullscript, Ulta Beauty stores nationwide, medical practitioners' offices, brands' websites and Amazon.com from April 2023 through February 2026 for between $13 and $130 depending on brand and size.
Manufacturer(s): Vitaquest International LLC of West Caldwell, New Jersey
Manufactured In: United States
Recall number: 26-386
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Vitaquest-International-Recalls-Multiple-Iron-Supplement-Bottles-and-Packets-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Poisoning-to-Young-Children-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Child-Resistant-Packaging
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Supernova & Typhoon Lighters
WASHINGTON, April 10 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 9, 2026:
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Name of Product: Supernova and Typhoon Lighters
Hazard: The recalled lighters violate the mandatory standard for cigarette lighters because they do not have the required child-resistant mechanism, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire and burn hazards.
In addition, the lighters failed to meet the pre-market lighter submission requirement needed to demonstrate that the lighters feature child-resistant mechanisms and ensuring their safety and compliance with U.S.
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WASHINGTON, April 10 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 9, 2026:
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Name of Product: Supernova and Typhoon Lighters
Hazard: The recalled lighters violate the mandatory standard for cigarette lighters because they do not have the required child-resistant mechanism, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire and burn hazards.
In addition, the lighters failed to meet the pre-market lighter submission requirement needed to demonstrate that the lighters feature child-resistant mechanisms and ensuring their safety and compliance with U.S.regulations.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: April 09, 2026
Units: About 4,300
Consumer Contact: Prestige Import Group toll free at 877-977-3022 from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at salesdept2@prestigeimportgroup.com or online at https://www.prestigeimportgroup.com/recall or prestigeimportgroup.com and click "Recall" on the bottom of the page for more information.
Recall Details
Description: This recall involves two Prestige-branded metal, butane torch lighters. The Supernova gray and black lighters have a rugged, industrial look, a textured grip with a mesh-like metal panel on the side with three horizontal bands and a cap at the top of the flame valve. The Typhoon rectangular lighters are silver, black and black/silver with a metal and matte finish and have the ignition trigger on the side with a cap on top of the flame valve.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled lighters immediately and contact Prestige Import Group for a full refund or store credit. Consumers will be asked to write "Recalled" in permanent marker and send a photo of the marked lighter to salesdept2@prestigeimportgroup.com. Consumers should then dispose of the recalled product in accordance with state and local waste disposal procedures.
Incidents/Injuries: None Reported
Sold At: Small independent stores nationwide and online at prestigeimportgroup.com from October 2023 through March 2026 for between $7 and $10.
Importer(s): Prestige Import Group, of Deerfield, Florida
Manufactured In: China
Recall number: 26-404
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Prestige-Import-Group-Recalls-Supernova-and-Typhoon-Lighters-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Cigarette-Lighters
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving ShymeryDirect LED Lights
WASHINGTON, April 10 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 9, 2026:
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Name of Product: ShymeryDirect LED Lights
Hazard: The recalled LED lights violate the mandatory standard for consumer products containing button cell or coin batteries because they contain lithium coin batteries that can be accessed easily by children, posing an ingestion hazard. Additionally, the LED lights do not have the warnings required by Reese's Law. If coin batteries are swallowed, they can cause serious injuries, internal chemical burns and death.
Remedy: Refund
Recall
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WASHINGTON, April 10 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 9, 2026:
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Name of Product: ShymeryDirect LED Lights
Hazard: The recalled LED lights violate the mandatory standard for consumer products containing button cell or coin batteries because they contain lithium coin batteries that can be accessed easily by children, posing an ingestion hazard. Additionally, the LED lights do not have the warnings required by Reese's Law. If coin batteries are swallowed, they can cause serious injuries, internal chemical burns and death.
Remedy: Refund
RecallDate: April 09, 2026
Units: About 295
Consumer Contact: ShymeryDirect by email at Shymeryrecall0402@outlook.com.
Recall Details
Description: This recall involves ShymeryDirect branded LED lights. The recalled lights emit a warm white light. Each of the 24 LED lights includes two CR2032 lithium coin batteries. The LED lights measure about 1 inch in diameter. The products are clearly marked with the code X0037GYJYX on their packaging.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled LED lights and place them in an area where children cannot access them. Consumers will be asked to disassemble and submerge all components in water. To receive a full refund, email a photo showing the submerged product to Shymeryrecall0402@outlook.com.
Note: Button cell and coin batteries are hazardous. Batteries should be disposed of or recycled by following local hazardous waste procedures.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold Online At: Amazon.com from January 2026 through March 2026 for about $23.
Retailer: ShymeryDirect, of China
Manufactured In: China
Recall number: 26-398
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/ShymeryDirect-LED-Lights-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Battery-Ingestion-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Consumer-Products-with-Coin-Batteries
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Members Mark 7' Pre-Lit Twinkling Buck
WASHINGTON, April 10 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 9, 2026:
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Name of Product: Members Mark 7' Pre-Lit Twinkling Buck
Hazard: If the wires are connected incorrectly the current limiting resistor can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
Remedy: Refund/Repair
Recall Date: April 09, 2026
Units: About 2,460
Consumer Contact: Seasonal Specialties toll-free at 800-353-3116 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at buckrecall@seasonalspecialties.com or online at www.seasonalspecialties.com/Buck_Recall.html or www.seasonalspecialties.com
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WASHINGTON, April 10 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 9, 2026:
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Name of Product: Members Mark 7' Pre-Lit Twinkling Buck
Hazard: If the wires are connected incorrectly the current limiting resistor can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
Remedy: Refund/Repair
Recall Date: April 09, 2026
Units: About 2,460
Consumer Contact: Seasonal Specialties toll-free at 800-353-3116 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at buckrecall@seasonalspecialties.com or online at www.seasonalspecialties.com/Buck_Recall.html or www.seasonalspecialties.comand click on "Product Safety Recall" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Recall Details
Description: This recall involves the 7-foot Pre-Lit Twinkling Buck sold under the Member's Mark brand name. It has warm white colored LED lights and a control box for the lights. The recalled model number 990404199 is printed on the cord tag near the adaptor wall plug and on the packaging.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the Members Mark 7' Pre-Lit Twinkling Buck immediately and contact Seasonal Specialties to request either a full refund or a repair kit. The repair kit includes new instructions on how to connect the wires, color-coded wire labels and a cord tag warning sticker.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received five reports of smoke and a burning smell. No injuries have been reported.
Sold Online At: SamsClub.com from August 2025 through December 2025 for about $170.
Importer(s): Seasonal Specialties, LLC, of Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Manufactured In: China
Recall number: 26-394
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Seasonal-Specialties-Recalls-Members-Mark-7-Pre-Lit-Twinkling-Bucks-Due-to-Burn-Hazard
CPSC Issues Recall Alert Involving Happiness Light LED Lights
WASHINGTON, April 10 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 9, 2026:
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Name of Product: Happiness Light LED Lights
Hazard: The recalled LED lights violate the mandatory standard for consumer products containing button cell or coin batteries because they contain lithium coin batteries that can be accessed easily by children, posing an ingestion hazard. Additionally, the LED lights do not have the warnings as required by Reese's Law. When button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, internal chemical
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WASHINGTON, April 10 -- The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the following recall alert on April 9, 2026:
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Name of Product: Happiness Light LED Lights
Hazard: The recalled LED lights violate the mandatory standard for consumer products containing button cell or coin batteries because they contain lithium coin batteries that can be accessed easily by children, posing an ingestion hazard. Additionally, the LED lights do not have the warnings as required by Reese's Law. When button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, internal chemicalburns and death.
Remedy: Refund
Recall Date: April 09, 2026
Units: About 2,800
Consumer Contact: Happiness Light by email at usa@happinesslight.com
Recall Details
Description: This recall involves Happiness Light LED lights. The recalled round lights emit a white light. Each of the 24 LED lights includes two CR2032 lithium coin batteries. The LED lights measure about 1.18 inches in diameter.This recall involves Happiness Light LED lights. The recalled round lights emit a white light. Each of the 24 LED lights includes two CR2032 lithium coin batteries. The LED lights measure about 1.18 inches in diameter.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled LED lights immediately and place them in an area where children cannot access them. Consumers will be asked to disassemble the lights and submerge all of the components in water. To receive a full refund, email a photo showing the submerged product to usa@happinesslight.com.
Note: Button cell and coin batteries are hazardous. Batteries should be disposed of or recycled by following local hazardous waste procedures.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold Online At: Amazon.com from March 2024 through February 2026 for about $20.
Retailer: J U Kai Technology Co., LTD, dba Happiness Light, of China
Manufactured In: China
Recall number: 26-403
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Original text here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/LED-Lights-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Battery-Ingestion-Violates-Mandatory-Standard-for-Consumer-Products-with-Coin-Batteries-Sold-on-Amazon-by-Happiness-Light
