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Week in Review

Week in Review

The FDA issues new drug labeling requirements, an FCC commissioner writes a letter to Netflix regarding net neutrality, and more…

Senate Report Finds Strong Wall Street Influence on Commodities Markets

Senate Report Finds Strong Wall Street Influence on Commodities Markets

Legislators urge the Fed to increase oversight of large banks.

Technology Companies or Taxi Services in Disguise?

Technology Companies or Taxi Services in Disguise?

Ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft pose challenges for local regulators.

The State of Inequality in America

The State of Inequality in America

Federal Reserve Chair’s speech lays factual foundation for policy deliberation.

Audit Says FEMA Still Not Ready to Deliver Supplies During Emergencies

Audit Says FEMA Still Not Ready to Deliver Supplies During Emergencies

FEMA’s supply chain system might not aid disaster victims effectively, report says.

Week in Review

Week in Review

President Obama announces new ozone emissions standards, the FDA establishes menu-labeling rules for chain restaurants, and more…

The Turkey and Its Regulation

The Turkey and Its Regulation

Regulation is all around us – even at Thanksgiving dinner.

Climate Change is Getting Worse

Climate Change is Getting Worse

U.N. Panel’s final report comes at a delicate inflection point for policy makers.

Plan to Build Nursing Facility Near New York School Stirs Noise Debate

Plan to Build Nursing Facility Near New York School Stirs Noise Debate

Proposed amendment to New York City’s administrative code seeks to limit construction noise near schools.

The Challenge of Keeping Hazardous Consumer Products Off the Market

The Challenge of Keeping Hazardous Consumer Products Off the Market

New audit report highlights Consumer Product Safety Commission’s struggle to respond to emerging risks.

Week in Review

Week in Review

President Obama announces executive action on immigration reform, NHTSA advocates a nationwide airbag recall, and more…

Fed Ends Quantitative Easing

Fed Ends Quantitative Easing

Central bank discontinues program of buying financial assets from commercial banks and returns focus to managing interest rates.