Proposed MSHA Regulation Seeks to Strengthen Pattern of Violation Provisions
Mine safety regulator proposes criteria for improving worker protection.
Week in Review
Senate healthcare repeal fails, contraception requirement may violate religious liberty, and more…
Bipartisan E-Rulemaking Act of 2010 Introduced to Enhance Transparency
Senators aim to require the government to put information concerning regulation on the Internet.
CPSC & HUD Issue Guidance on Imported Drywall
Government takes steps to protect consumers from poisonous substances in homes.
Penn Law Students Cited in Historic EPA/NHTSA Rulemaking
Agencies discuss student comment in rulemaking on greenhouse gas emissions from automobiles.
Report Finds FOIA Implemention Under Obama is “Almost as Mixed” as Under Bush
Report indicates that governmental transparency gains may not be as large as promised by the President.
EPA Announces Climate Change Regulation Will Not Take Effect Until After the 2010 Elections
Agency clarifies that it will not implement greenhouse gas regulations for at least one more year.
DOT Seeks Participation in Development of Open Government Strategy
Transportation Department aims to join other agencies in transparent government initiative.
More Petitions Filed Challenging EPA’s Endangerment Finding
Groups challenge EPA’s reliance on scientific reports to find danger in greenhouse gas emissions.
Additional Efforts to Halt EPA Climate Change Regulation
Two more House bills aim to curb EPA’s regulatory authority.
Upgrades to Regulations.gov Announced
Agency’s updates aim to make government transparency website easier to use.