Hydrokinetics: Generating Power from Water
Congress and FERC act to promote the development of hydrokinetic power.
FCC Seeks Comments on Proposed Rule for Public Safety Do-Not-Call List
The FCC seeks input on how to manage and enforce a Do-Not-Call Registry for emergency service lines.
Reconciling Brown v. Gardner and Chevron
How to fix a statutory interpretation anomaly arising in veterans’ law cases.
Week in Review
Fed proposes new bank capital rules, SEC approves circuit breaker rules, EU plans to adopt strict auto emission limits, and more.
Commerce Department Levies Duties on Chinese Wind Towers
The decision adds to rising tension between the U.S. and China over manufacturing subsidies.
New Tool Promises to Make Federal Regulations Easier to Find
Partnership attempts to simplify searching for regulations.
Fat Taxes in Europe
Although the EU probably has the legal authority to impose “fat taxes,” the policy case for doing so needs to be stronger.
Resources versus Reputation in “Voluntary Regulation”
Study finds states more than feds rely on economic incentives to encourage compliance.
Week in Review
FTC chair calls for improved internet privacy, President Obama renews bank charter, DOMA declared unconstitutional, and more.
EPA and Commerce Department Announce Environmental Technologies Export Initiative
Web-based tool will aim to help environmental firms export technologies and services.
Valuing the Rear-view Camera Rule
NHTSA’s analysis cannot support its conclusion that the benefits justify the costs.
EPA Releases Draft Guidelines on Fracking Permits
New guidance aims to clarify federal policy on fracking using diesel fluids.