Learning from Advocacy for Energy Efficient Building Codes
Innovative approaches to energy efficient buildings can inform how to make progress in other regulatory areas, even in tough times.
Firms in Sharing Economy Should be Regulated Under a Modified Framework
Regulating Uber and Airbnb like their mainstream predecessors could be good for the sharing economy.
The Enhanced Role of Economic Analysis in Securities Rulemaking
An SEC Commissioner and former Chief Economist explain the role of economic analysis in rulemaking.
Failure Should Spark Creativity, Not Caution, in Economic Development
A cautious approach to policy failure may impede the ultimate success of development programs.
Long-awaited Money Market Regulatory Reform Falls Short
The SEC’s new money market rule may actually increase the run risk for some funds.
Congress Considers Regulating Tax Preparers
After federal court blocks IRS rule, Democrats urge new legislation on tax preparation.
Regulating the “Sharing Economy”
General permits could provide the right amount of regulation for a new, booming industry.
Is Privacy an Antitrust Concern?
Politicians and activists urge synthesis, but the FTC remains skeptical.
Why Should Regulators Apply Cost-Benefit Analysis to Financial Regulation?
Scholars present a defense of and propose a framework for financial cost-benefit analysis.
Proactive Regulation
Policymakers should use statistical prediction to analyze social trends and prevent crises before they strike.
The Costs and Benefits of Data Brokers
Data brokers’ use of big data leads to questions about how best to protect consumers.
The Effect of Income Disparity on Financial Regulation
Scholar worries that pay gap between financial industry and regulators may lead to regulatory failure.