Analysis

Cracks Emerge in U.S. Prohibition on Industrial Hemp Cultivation

Cracks Emerge in U.S. Prohibition on Industrial Hemp Cultivation

As 2014 Farm Bill loosens federal restrictions, states look to gain new revenue.

Rarely Used Rule May Expand Small Companies’ Access to Capital

Rarely Used Rule May Expand Small Companies’ Access to Capital

SEC proposal would exempt small businesses from federal and state security registration.

“Big Four” Decision Shines Light on Regulatory Conflicts

“Big Four” Decision Shines Light on Regulatory Conflicts

International accounting firms remain stuck between Chinese and U.S. law.

EPA Awards Nearly $5 Million in Grants to Study Green Infrastructure

EPA Awards Nearly $5 Million in Grants to Study Green Infrastructure

Projects will support urban stormwater management, with a focus on Philadelphia.

Promoting Renewable Energy in the Federal Government

Promoting Renewable Energy in the Federal Government

Presidential memo requires agencies to obtain 20% of energy from renewable sources by 2020.

Should Chemical Regulation Be Stronger?

Should Chemical Regulation Be Stronger?

West Virginia chemical spill raises question of whether better regulation is needed.

House Subcommittee Airs Debate Over “Secret Law”

House Subcommittee Airs Debate Over “Secret Law”

Public access to regulations takes center stage at congressional hearing.

What is the Future for Genetic Testing and Personalized Medicine?

What is the Future for Genetic Testing and Personalized Medicine?

FDA declares personalized medicine “has clearly arrived.”

Workplace Injury Reports to Go Online

Workplace Injury Reports to Go Online

OSHA proposes requirement for employers to submit injury and illness reports electronically.

How Well Do Businesses in India Comply with Regulatory Standards?

How Well Do Businesses in India Comply with Regulatory Standards?

World Bank research study shows substantial noncompliance with key labor law.

U.S. Agency Expands Support for Partial Decommissioning of Oil Rigs

U.S. Agency Expands Support for Partial Decommissioning of Oil Rigs

New “rigs-to-reefs” policy endorses ongoing conversion of retired offshore platforms into artificial reefs.

Improving Disability Adjudication

Improving Disability Adjudication

ACUS makes several recommendations to improve SSA’s claim processing.