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Week in Review

Week in Review

DOJ opens investigation of IRS for unfair scrutiny, the Senate confirms Moniz as Secretary of Energy, and more.

Could Kosher Certification Improve Food Safety and Nutritional Labeling?

Could Kosher Certification Improve Food Safety and Nutritional Labeling?

PPR seminar speaker says kosher certification offers regulatory model.

EPA Nominee Questioned about Transparency

EPA Nominee Questioned about Transparency

Republican Senators focus on the EPA’s openness.

Are Colleges Exploiting Their Tax-Exempt Status?

Are Colleges Exploiting Their Tax-Exempt Status?

An IRS multi-year study finds compliance issues with the tax returns of several colleges.

Environmental Cost-Benefit Analysis Spreads to Developing World

Environmental Cost-Benefit Analysis Spreads to Developing World

Despite challenges, cost-benefit analysis can serve as an effective tool worldwide.

Week in Review

Week in Review

Obama signs executive order to share government information, Republicans block EPA nominee, and more.

Congress Considers Limits on “Sue and Settle” Lawsuits

Congress Considers Limits on “Sue and Settle” Lawsuits

Republicans introduce bill limiting settlements of regulatory lawsuits.

Government to Propose More Gulf Coast Restoration Projects

Government to Propose More Gulf Coast Restoration Projects

Three years after largest U.S. oil spill, Gulf Coast restoration continues

GAO Finds Flaws With Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Planning

GAO Finds Flaws With Nuclear Power Plant Emergency Planning

Nuclear Regulatory Commission unlikely to follow the GAO’s recommendation.

Real State Power Means Getting in the Obamacare Game

Real State Power Means Getting in the Obamacare Game

Embracing the implementation of Obamacare could give states greater power.

Week in Review

Week in Review

Obama continues cabinet nominations, OMB analyzes regulatory costs and benefits, and more.

U.K. Reshuffles Regulatory Scheme and Creates Consumer Finance Watchdog

U.K. Reshuffles Regulatory Scheme and Creates Consumer Finance Watchdog

Reform of U.K.’s financial regulatory system divides responsibilities among new agencies.