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Smarting Up EU Risk Management: The Needed Step Forward

Smarting Up EU Risk Management: The Needed Step Forward

The Smart Regulation agenda of the EU is vital but must be upgraded to manage risks.

Decreasing the Deficit by Shifting Tax Enforcement

Decreasing the Deficit by Shifting Tax Enforcement

GAO report claims the IRS could significantly increase revenues with better enforcement.

Start-up Companies Await SEC Guidance on Equity Crowdfunding

Start-up Companies Await SEC Guidance on Equity Crowdfunding

Commission balances spurring investments with protecting investors.

Congress Considers Restricting the Use of Unmanned Aerial Aircraft

Congress Considers Restricting the Use of Unmanned Aerial Aircraft

Proposed bill would limit the use of drones for surveillance.

Week in Review

Week in Review

TSA defends security changes, judge blocks NY soda restrictions, and more.

Making Decisions without All the Answers

Making Decisions without All the Answers

Institute of Medicine report describes how the EPA should confront uncertainty.

USDA Proposes “Smart Snacks in School” Rule

USDA Proposes “Smart Snacks in School” Rule

States show varied levels of readiness for the new rule.

GAO Calls on Agencies to Respond to All Comments

GAO Calls on Agencies to Respond to All Comments

Report advocates for a better use of public input.

The Paradox of Regulation: What It Can and Cannot Achieve

The Paradox of Regulation: What It Can and Cannot Achieve

Regulatory success depends on managing actuarial, socio-cultural, and political risk.

Week in Review

Week in Review

FHFA proposes alternative to Fannie and Freddie, TSA to allow pocket knives onto planes, and more.

FTC Staff Report Outlines Best Practices for Mobile App Industry

FTC Staff Report Outlines Best Practices for Mobile App Industry

Agency provides disclosure guidelines to protect consumer privacy.

FDA Convenes Public Meeting on Proposed Food Safety Rules

FDA Convenes Public Meeting on Proposed Food Safety Rules

Industry lobbyists and safety advocates testify to the benefits and burdens of two major proposed rules.