Data Hub Consortium Bolsters Ranks, Shields from Antitrust Suits

2026-11329 — United States et al. v. Agri Stats, Inc.; Proposed Final Judgment and Competitive Impact Statement

The U.S. government is stopping Agri Stats, Inc. from sharing secret pricing info between competing meat companies to keep things fair in chicken, pork, and turkey markets. Agri Stats must now share older, less detailed data publicly and follow new rules to prevent cheating. These changes start soon and will be watched closely by a special monitor to make sure everyone plays by the rules.

2026-09147 — United States et al. v. RealPage, Inc. et al. Response to Public Comments

The U.S. government responded to public feedback about its plan to fix RealPage’s unfair business practices that hurt renters and landlords. The plan aims to stop RealPage from using its power to raise prices unfairly, helping renters save money and encouraging fair competition. The court will soon decide to approve this fix, which could change how rental tech works and impact costs starting in 2026.

2026-09149 — Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-The Open Group, L.L.C.

The Open Group just added a bunch of new members from all over the world, like companies from the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Australia. This update keeps their special legal protections in place, which means if anyone sues over competition issues, damages are limited. These changes took effect on November 13, 2025, and help keep innovation safe and fair without extra costs.

2026-08095 — United States et al. v. Constellation Energy Corporation, Inc. et al. Response of Plaintiff United States to Public Comments on the Proposed Final Judgment

The U.S. government is making sure Constellation Energy’s buyout of Calpine doesn’t hurt electricity competition. To keep things fair, Constellation must sell seven power plants in Texas and other states to new owners approved by the government. This fix helps protect your electricity prices and keeps the market competitive, with changes happening soon after the deal closes.

2026-07892 — Notice Pursuant to the Defense Production Act of 1950

The Department of Justice says a new plan by the Department of Energy to help protect the country’s defense can move forward, even if it limits competition a bit. This plan lets private companies work together more closely to boost national security, and it kicks in right after this notice is published. If you’re in the energy or defense industries, this means new rules and teamwork are coming your way soon.

2026-07900 — Notice Pursuant to the Defense Production Act of 1950

The Department of Justice says new plans to boost U.S. nuclear energy production under the Defense Production Act can move forward, even if they limit competition a bit. These plans help private companies work better together to protect national defense, starting right after this notice. If you’re in the nuclear energy business, get ready for changes that could speed up projects and impact how you work with others.

Previous: 2025-02171 — KC Brighton LLC; Notice of Intent To Prepare an Environmental Assessment

KC Brighton LLC wants to stop running its hydroelectric project on the Patuxent River because fixing it up would cost too much. They plan to remove all the power-making gear but won’t change the dam or water supply. The government will check the environmental impact and share their findings by May 9, 2025, giving everyone a chance to weigh in.

Next: 2025-02186 — Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium

The Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium (MTEC) just added a bunch of new members from all over the world, including companies and universities. This update keeps their special legal protections against big antitrust lawsuits in place, so they can keep working together smoothly. If you’re part of MTEC or thinking about joining, now’s the time to pay attention—membership is still open and changes will keep coming.