Opinion

A Major Ruling on Major Questions

A Major Ruling on Major Questions

In West Virginia v. EPA, the Supreme Court cements the major questions doctrine and strengthens the separation of powers.

Is Chevron Deference Still Alive?

Is Chevron Deference Still Alive?

Three takeaways follow from the Supreme Court’s recent opinions ignoring Chevron v. NRDC.

Court Allows Administration to End “Remain in Mexico”

Court Allows Administration to End “Remain in Mexico”

DHS has discretion to end its policy requiring noncitizens to wait in Mexico pending their immigration proceedings.

A Dangerous, Even if Expected, Opinion on Climate

A Dangerous, Even if Expected, Opinion on Climate

The Supreme Court casts a shadow across the regulatory state in opinion limiting EPA’s ability to fight climate change.

Firearms Regulation through Constitutional Litigation

Firearms Regulation through Constitutional Litigation

The Supreme Court applies a contested history of firearms regulation to evaluate the constitutionality of firearms restrictions.

A Risk-Based Approach to AI Procurement

A Risk-Based Approach to AI Procurement

Organizations should tailor contract requirements for procured AI systems based on levels of risk.

Constitutional Commitments to Aspirational Principles

Constitutional Commitments to Aspirational Principles

The majority’s reasoning in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health entrenches the historical failures of the United States.

The Hidden Governance in AI

The Hidden Governance in AI

Measurement modeling could further the government’s understanding of AI policymaking tools.

Procurement as an AI Governance Change Agent

Procurement as an AI Governance Change Agent

Soft law standards can promote responsible procurement of artificial intelligence systems.

Procurement Officials Are Leading Federal AI Adoption

Procurement Officials Are Leading Federal AI Adoption

Contracting officials and agency leaders are key to the deployment of ethical AI processes.

Responsible AI is a Management Problem, Not a Purchase

Responsible AI is a Management Problem, Not a Purchase

Developing ongoing programs to monitor AI and sustain good outcomes is essential to ensure AI accountability.

How Can Governments Use AI to Improve Procurement?

How Can Governments Use AI to Improve Procurement?

By using artificial intelligence, agencies can improve their procurement processes.