Assessing The Franken Amendment

On June 2, 2026, the White House issued a new Executive Order titled “Promoting Advanced Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Security.” The order arrives at a moment of significant public attention to the capabilities of next-generation AI systems and the cybersecurity risks they may present.

In honor of Pride Month, Foley & Lardner welcomed back PFLAG National for the sixth year in a row to help us continue to advance in our journey of allyship. This year’s virtual workshop for all firm members, titled “So What’s Next? Developing Advanced Ally Skills,” was held on June 9 and led by PFLAG Vice President of Learning & Inclusion Jamie Henkel (she/her).

A newly published California decision, AVL Test Systems, Inc. v. Hensel Phelps Construction Co. (Cal. Ct. App. Apr. 28, 2026), is worth close attention for contractors, specialty trades, equipment suppliers, and anyone operating in the gray area between “supplying equipment” and “performing construction.”