The Benefits of Public Advisory Committees at the FDA
More committees with less conflicted members may increase regulatory safety.
Is the Rulemaking Process Really a Quagmire?
Scholars laud rulemaking’s efficiency, noting it takes “remarkably little time.”
Study Suggests that Public Attitudes Hinder Efficient Regulation
Most Americans do not understand the economics behind good regulatory policy.
Media, Polarization, and Regulatory Politics
Research highlights correlation between partisan media and a polarized public.
Improving Crisis-driven Financial Regulation
Sunsetting and a dedicated review process would reduce risk of error in crisis-driven financial regulation.
How Should the U.S. Regulate Housing Finance After the 2008 Crisis?
Understanding why housing finance regulation fell short in the past can help in the future.
Improving the Regulation of Offshore Oil Drills
Economist proposes creating a new regulatory regime for the offshore drilling industry.
A Portfolio Approach to Addressing Catastrophic Risk
Scholars favor employing the market, civil liability, and regulation to tackle catastrophic risk.
Assessing Regulations in the Wake of Disaster
New book argues for careful deliberation before making vast changes to regulatory system.
When It Comes to Regulation, Europe is the New United States
PPR seminar speaker argues that Europe has become a global leader in regulation, US more restrained.
Poisoned Alcohol in the Czech Republic
Recent deaths shed light on the possible dangers of uncoordinated regulatory policy.