The SEC’s Quest for Informational Symmetry
Penn Law professor concludes Regulation FD has reduced selective disclosure.
“Revolutionary Turnaround” for SEC’s Rulemaking
Law professor argues that cost-benefit analysis could make securities regulation more effective.
Improving How Agencies Collect Information
My recent ACUS report presents three conclusions to frame proposed improvements.
Ryan’s Record on Regulation
Presumptive Republican veep nominee has proposed cutting agency funding and deregulating industries.
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.
Can the White House Trim U.S. Paperwork?
OIRA memo is admirable but bolder action by Congress may be needed.
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.
Bureaucratic Rules: A Tale of Two Libraries
Differing bureaucratic missions produce different regulatory environments for visitors at two major government libraries.
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.