House Strikes Back Against Obama’s “War on Coal”
Republicans pass bill that would restrict federal regulation.
“Develop”-ing Open Government Resources
White House launches “one-stop shop” of open government resources.
Department of Energy Announces Solar Energy Investments
DOE seeks to invest in technologies to make solar energy more cost-effective.
Agencies Double Fuel Economy Standards
EPA and NHTSA require an average of 54.5 mpg for vehicles by 2025.
Federal Government Proposes to Expand Relief to Student Loan Debtors
Proposed program would apply to loans disbursed as early as October 2011.
Proposition 37: Science, Law, and Consumer Protection
Californians will vote on whether to require the labeling of foods containing genetically modified products.
Expanding Child Protection Online
FTC proposes to “clarify” and “strengthen” online children’s privacy.
Federal Housing Finance Agency Rejects Debt Forgiveness Program
FHFA says statute prevents Fannie and Freddie from adjusting principal.
From Food to Fracking: Guar Gum and International Regulation
Indian guar gum regulation may impact fracking.
Better Informing the Net Neutrality Debate
Penn Law Professor argues for “network diversity” rather than “network neutrality.”
House Approves Regulatory Moratorium
H.R. 4078 would block new rules until unemployment rate falls to six percent.
California Adopts “Homeowners Bill of Rights” to Combat Foreclosures
The Golden State joins other jurisdictions in adopting reforms to lower foreclosure rates.