Week in Review
U.S. House representative calls for tighter restrictions on recreational drones, the FTC coordinates with other agency investigations of Volkswagen, and more…
How Should the Federal Government Fight Fires?
Despite improvements, agencies should develop consistent policies.
Congressional Productivity’s Impact on Regulatory Agendas
Scholar examines how high- and low-productivity in Congress shapes regulators’ ability to implement statutes.
Finding Common Ground on the Impacts of Air Pollution Regulation
New study suggests some of the debate over environmental regulation stems from data differences.
Many Railroads Will Not Have Required Safety Technology by Deadline
Auditor outlines problems and gives guidance to rail regulator over delays with positive train control.
Week in Review
Hillary Clinton proposes financial sector regulations, the White House announces that sustainability will not be a factor in the 2015 dietary guidelines, and more…
A Squandered Opportunity for Effective Consumer Protection?
Law professor argues that financial reform legislation hurts consumers.
How Soon Can the World’s Electricity Go Carbon-Free?
Nuclear power expansion shows potential for emissions-free electricity by 2050.
EPA Announces Updated Pesticide Protection Standards for Farmworkers
Agency’s final rule aims to strengthen safeguards and make them comparable to those in other industries.
What Volkswagen Reveals about the Limits of Performance-Based Regulation
Problems with automaker’s diesel emissions reveal fundamental caution over popular approach to regulation.
Week in Review
President Obama authorizes FAA funding but may veto the DOD’s spending bill, the EPA updates its worker protection standard, and more…
The FDA’s Sweet Proposal on Food Labels
The FDA has proposed adding to product labels daily percentages for added sugars.