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Changing the System

Changing the System

We hold the power to change our governmental system.

Week in Review

Week in Review

Hurricane Sandy triggers responses by federal and state agencies, a federal judge curtails contraception mandate, and more.

States Waiting to Decide on Medicaid Expansion

States Waiting to Decide on Medicaid Expansion

Majority of states appear to be waiting until after next week’s election.

Protecting Privacy in DNA Sequencing

Protecting Privacy in DNA Sequencing

President’s Bioethics Commission recommends self-regulation and government oversight.

WTO Sinks Chinese Sanctions on U.S. Steel

WTO Sinks Chinese Sanctions on U.S. Steel

Trade body says China’s restrictions violate international agreements.

When is a Federal Agency not a Federal Agency?

When is a Federal Agency not a Federal Agency?

Credit union overseer is not subject to normal government rules when acting as liquidator.

Week in Review

Week in Review

FDA investigates energy drink following deaths, CFPB expands supervision of credit reporting, and more.

Indian Supreme Court Says Resource Auctions Are Not Required

Indian Supreme Court Says Resource Auctions Are Not Required

Advisory opinion seeks to clarify how government may allocate natural resources.

Do Chinese Telecom Companies Pose a Threat to U.S. National Security?

Do Chinese Telecom Companies Pose a Threat to U.S. National Security?

Congressional committee releases report on potential security risks.

New York’s Moratorium on Hydraulic Fracturing Likely to Continue

New York’s Moratorium on Hydraulic Fracturing Likely to Continue

Regulators expect to extend ban on controversial natural gas extraction pending further health study.

Toxics Release Inventory: A Case Study in Information Disclosure Regulation

Toxics Release Inventory: A Case Study in Information Disclosure Regulation

When does requiring companies to reveal their pollution affect their behavior?

Week in Review

Week in Review

FDA widens meningitis drug warnings, CFPB pursues rules on reverse mortgages, and more.