Rules for the Rule-Makers
ACUS releases a recommendation for how agencies should regulate their rulemaking procedures.
Week in Review
The Supreme Court rules that Guam can seek cleanup costs from the Navy, the FAA issues a final rule that will create a database of pilot records, and more…
Reining in Immigration Adjudicators
Two scholars argue that immigration adjudication should no longer be afforded Chevron deference.
Rethinking Discretionary Bid Protests
Bid challenges are effective management tools, not just administrative attacks.
Macaroni and Cheese with a Side of Regulation
FDA faces mounting pressure from advocacy groups claiming a high chemical content in macaroni and cheese.
Using Artificial Intelligence in Administrative Agencies
ACUS issues a statement to help agencies make more informed decisions about artificial intelligence.
Calling It Quits on Oil and Gas Leases
Scholars argue that the Interior Secretary has authority to terminate fossil fuel leases on public lands.
Publication of Policies Governing Agency Adjudicators
To enhance transparency, agencies should publish information about adjudicators on their websites.
Risk Regulation and Brazil’s Battle Against COVID-19
Science is vital for effective risk governance but so too is public engagement.
Transparency and Privacy in Public Rulemaking Dockets
A new ACUS recommendation seeks to balance transparency with privacy when agencies disclose rulemaking comments.
Improving the Accessibility and Transparency of Administrative Programs
The Administrative Conference issues recommendations to enhance fairness and transparency in administrative government.