Supreme Court Mulls Price of Not Using Power
Electricity regulator wants strong incentive to conserve, but one business group says the government is overreaching.
CFPB Announces Plan to Allow Class Action Suits
Consumer protection agency wants to promote private enforcement of finance laws.
Stopping Contaminated Food Hazards Before They Arise
New agency rule focuses on preventing risks to food meant for human consumption.
Fighting over Front Yards
California lawmakers endorse statewide approach to regulating drought-resistant “lawns.”
EPA Announces Updated Pesticide Protection Standards for Farmworkers
Agency’s final rule aims to strengthen safeguards and make them comparable to those in other industries.
The FDA’s Sweet Proposal on Food Labels
The FDA has proposed adding to product labels daily percentages for added sugars.
How Philadelphia Ensured Public Safety During the Pope’s Visit
The Pope did not have to worry about his safety in the City of Brotherly Love last weekend.
Federal Agency Tackles Discrimination in Health Care
A proposed rule would offer patients protection from certain types of discrimination.
Recreational Drones Present Enforcement Issues for FAA
Agency seeks to crack down on rogue drone operators in the face of limited legal authority and resources.
Crowds May Cause New End to the Appalachian Trail
State park officials consider re-routing the Appalachian Trail away from Mount Katahdin in response to growing crowds.
Regulating Marijuana’s Environmental Impacts
California’s proposed medical marijuana standards include environmental protection provisions.
NYC Bill Would Have Kids Trade Calories for Toys
New research finds that kids would consume fewer calories under proposed fast-food standards.