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Do Regulators Listen to the Public?

Do Regulators Listen to the Public?

New study suggests agencies primarily listen to industry insiders in finalizing rules.

Proactive Regulation

Proactive Regulation

Policymakers should use statistical prediction to analyze social trends and prevent crises before they strike.

Week in Review

Week in Review

The DOL proposed raising the minimum wage for federal contractors, France pushes new regulations for large American internet companies, and more…

The Costs and Benefits of Data Brokers

The Costs and Benefits of Data Brokers

Data brokers’ use of big data leads to questions about how best to protect consumers.

The Effect of Income Disparity on Financial Regulation

The Effect of Income Disparity on Financial Regulation

Scholar worries that pay gap between financial industry and regulators may lead to regulatory failure.

EPA’s Climate Change Proposal May Alter Prospects for a Global Climate Deal

EPA’s Climate Change Proposal May Alter Prospects for a Global Climate Deal

Recently proposed carbon curbing plan in U.S. sparks varied reactions abroad.

Enforcement and Regulatory Governance

Enforcement and Regulatory Governance

Environmental regulators need to take a more holistic approach to improve compliance.

Week in Review

Week in Review

The CFTC hired a new director, The Senate passed a new veterans’ health care bill, The FDA clarified a policy statement, and more…

Federal Agency Recommends Improvements in Government Transparency

Federal Agency Recommends Improvements in Government Transparency

Latest ACUS recommendations seek to promote a more open and efficient government.

FTC Chair Edith Ramirez Outlines Agenda on “Big Data”

FTC Chair Edith Ramirez Outlines Agenda on “Big Data”

Commission head urges efforts to protect privacy, increase transparency, and enhance consumer choice.

New Surgeon General Report Examines Smoking Fifty Years After Initial Report

New Surgeon General Report Examines Smoking Fifty Years After Initial Report

New report examines progress in reducing smoking and makes the case for continued policy efforts.

Should the FCC Regulate Internet Interconnection?

Should the FCC Regulate Internet Interconnection?

Regulation is not the answer to interconnection concerns.