EPA Awards Nearly $5 Million in Grants to Study Green Infrastructure
Projects will support urban stormwater management, with a focus on Philadelphia.
Unmasking Patent Trolls
Patent and Trademark Office proposes rule that would seek to increase transparency in patent ownership.
Could Financial Services Save the Postal Service?
Controversial new report argues that postal banking could help the underserved while boosting revenues.
Internalizing Cost-Benefit Analysis
Agencies can improve both regulatory analysis and decision-making by establishing internal review capacity.
Private Rules, Public Goods
New book examines agents and entrepreneurs in today’s global environmental governance.
Promoting Renewable Energy in the Federal Government
Presidential memo requires agencies to obtain 20% of energy from renewable sources by 2020.
Should Chemical Regulation Be Stronger?
West Virginia chemical spill raises question of whether better regulation is needed.
House Subcommittee Airs Debate Over “Secret Law”
Public access to regulations takes center stage at congressional hearing.
The Case for Performance-Based Regulation of Food and Beverage Retailers
An alternative regulatory approach could entice business to create a healthier American diet.
What is the Future for Genetic Testing and Personalized Medicine?
FDA declares personalized medicine “has clearly arrived.”
Workplace Injury Reports to Go Online
OSHA proposes requirement for employers to submit injury and illness reports electronically.
How Well Do Businesses in India Comply with Regulatory Standards?
World Bank research study shows substantial noncompliance with key labor law.