Balancing Confidentiality and Transparent Reporting of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
EPA and the EU differ over how to respect confidential business information while enforcing environmental regulation.
Dannon Settles FTC Action by Dropping Certain Health Benefit Claims
Yogurt producer pays $21 million to states following investigation of product health claims.
Proposed HHS Rule Would Extend Health Care Protections to Student Health Plans
The proposed rule would offer some, but all not, consumer protections of PPACA to student health plans.
Week in Review
Senator proposes regulatory budget bill, EPA holds meeting to discuss drinking water regulations, and more…
Federal Budget Battle Centers on Regulation
Regulatory agencies’ budgets a focal point in negotiations over government spending.
Congressional Republicans Seek to Put the “REINS” on Costly Agency Rulemaking
Republican legislation would require Congress to approve major rules passed by federal agencies.
Federal Courts Split on Constitutionality of Individual Mandate in Health Care Law
Two district courts uphold insurance mandate, but two other courts find it unconstitutional.
Week in Review
Obama Administration plans housing reform, President pledges to modernize regulations, and more…
The Justice Department’s “Imminent” Decision on the Google-ITA Merger
Justice Department decides whether to allow online search giant to buy leading travel search provider.
Clean Water Act Amendment Helps Philadelphia Comply with Stormwater Regulations
The federal government may contribute fees to Philadelphia to limit stormwater runoff to sewers.
Proposed MSHA Regulation Seeks to Strengthen Pattern of Violation Provisions
Mine safety regulator proposes criteria for improving worker protection.
Obama’s Order on Equity and Regulatory Analysis
President Obama’s new Executive Order stresses analysis of equity issues in rulemaking, in addition to calling for a review of existing regulation.