Week in Review
Obama proposes a new budget, the House voted to constrain the EPA’s climate rules, and more…
House Subcommittee Considers Scrubbing Away “Burdensome” Regulations
New bill would empower an independent commission to force agencies to eliminate or amend rules.
FCC, FTC Merger Necessary to Modernize Communications Regulation, Comment Suggests
FCC’s largely duplicative functions should be redeployed to other agencies, says think tank.
Cracks Emerge in U.S. Prohibition on Industrial Hemp Cultivation
As 2014 Farm Bill loosens federal restrictions, states look to gain new revenue.
What We (Should) Talk About When We Talk About Green Growth
How defining green growth will create better environmental policy.
Week in Review
White House proposes food label changes, court finds Texas same-sex marriage ban violates the Constitution, and more…
Rarely Used Rule May Expand Small Companies’ Access to Capital
SEC proposal would exempt small businesses from federal and state security registration.
“Big Four” Decision Shines Light on Regulatory Conflicts
International accounting firms remain stuck between Chinese and U.S. law.
Improving Regulation Requires Closer Scrutiny of Benefits
Many regulations fail to demonstrate a need for agency action.
EPA Awards Nearly $5 Million in Grants to Study Green Infrastructure
Projects will support urban stormwater management, with a focus on Philadelphia.
Week in Review
Obama issues truck fuel efficiency timeline, FCC will not appeal net neutrality decision, and more…
Unmasking Patent Trolls
Patent and Trademark Office proposes rule that would seek to increase transparency in patent ownership.