Why Arizona Should Lift its Regulatory Moratorium
Arizona should end its five-year moratorium on new regulations.
Supreme Court Decision Strikes Compromise in Greenhouse Gas Case
EPA’s authority to regulate greenhouse gas emissions is left largely intact, but agency faces rebuke.
Do Regulators Listen to the Public?
New study suggests agencies primarily listen to industry insiders in finalizing rules.
Proactive Regulation
Policymakers should use statistical prediction to analyze social trends and prevent crises before they strike.
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
Data brokers’ use of big data leads to questions about how best to protect consumers.
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
Recently proposed carbon curbing plan in U.S. sparks varied reactions abroad.
Enforcement and Regulatory Governance
Environmental regulators need to take a more holistic approach to improve compliance.
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
Latest ACUS recommendations seek to promote a more open and efficient government.
FTC Chair Edith Ramirez Outlines Agenda on “Big Data”
Commission head urges efforts to protect privacy, increase transparency, and enhance consumer choice.