The Budget Roadmap to the Regulatory State
Obama’s 2013 budget reveals priorities for environment, financial reform, and health care.
EPA Regulates Emissions from PVC Production Facilities
Decade-long process culminates in toxic air emissions standards for PVC producers.
A Pill Everyone Can Swallow
The FDA’s proposal to modernize generic drug approvals meets with broad support.
Week in Review
President’s budget proposal released, dry cleaning solvent declared a likely carcinogen, robocall rules updated, and more.
Senators Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Streamline Medical Device Approval
New bill would allow manufacturers of certain medical device to bypass elements of FDA’s existing process.
FTC Stalls Omnicare/PharMerica Merger
Antitrust complaint filed against pharmaceutical industry deal.
FHFA Publishes Proposed PACE Rule
Proposed rule may make it harder for homeowners to obtain energy-saving loans.
An Incomplete Contraceptive Coverage Compromise
Despite political assurances, nothing has changed legally in the contraceptive insurance controversy.
Week in Review
CA Proposition 8 struck down, $26 billion foreclosure settlement with banks, contraception mandate debate, and more.
EU Reveals New Strategy to Improve Online Privacy
Proposal would unify EU data protection laws and reduce business compliance costs.
Controversy Surrounds HHS Contraception Mandate
President’s advisers signal willingness to “work with religious groups.”
FDA Submits User-Fee Recommendations to Congress
Agency recommends statutory language for imposing user fees on biosimilar drug manufacturers.