Week in Review
The U.S. Secretary of Transportation and Canadian Minister of Transport release new rules to improve railway safety, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will soon release a federal health standard to regulate formaldehyde use, and more…
A Bleak Future for Class Actions?
A researcher warns that waivers in business contracts could harm plaintiffs’ power to sue.
SEC Moves to Expand Executive Compensation Disclosure
Proposed rule would require companies to make clearer disclosure of pay and performance information.
Is OSHA Burying Its Head in the Sand with Proposed Silica Rule?
Scholars argue that OSHA’s proposed silica regulations are too demanding, inflexible.
How Can Regulation Reduce the Risks of Fracking?
PPR seminar highlights regulatory solutions to risks of unconventional gas development.
Week in Review
The Energy and Commerce Committee releases draft legislation making changes to the FDA and NIH, the SEC releases a proposed rule about executive compensation, and more…
The Supreme Court Scrutinizes EPA Regulation
At oral arguments, Justices question whether EPA considered costs of regulation at the right time.
Counting Benefits at the High Court
Considering the costs and benefits of regulation should include indirect effects in the calculation.
Supreme Court Weighs When Agencies Must Consider Costs
EPA’s consideration of costs in regulating toxic air pollutants should prove sufficient.
High Court Hears Debate Over Costs and Benefits of Regulating Air Pollution
The Regulatory Review features commentaries on this term’s oral arguments in Michigan v. EPA.
CFPB Considers New Payday Loan Requirements
Consumer protection agency takes first steps to reform payday loan market.
Week in Review
Congress passes cybersecurity legislation, the DEA Administrator announces her resignation, and more…