Paralysis by Analysis Is Not Regulatory Reform
Commissioner Mohorovic’s four proposals would impose “paralysis by analysis” on the CPSC.
CPSC Commissioners Debate Regulatory Reform
Consumer safety leaders debate how independent agencies can best improve the rulemaking process.
Assessing the Regulatory Accountability Act
Scholars debate the merits and drawbacks of the recently proposed Regulatory Accountability Act, which would dramatically reform the rulemaking process.
Announcing The Regulatory Review
This publication’s new name and newly designed website constitute a significant step forward, in furtherance of its mission of public service.
The Role of Federal Judges in the Modern Administrative State
Judge Gorsuch’s confirmation hearings offer a key opportunity to examine a judge’s philosophy on the judiciary’s proper role under the Constitution.
Improving Regulatory Analysis at Independent Agencies
Independent agencies should adopt four key analytical standards.
Improving the Process of Making Rules at Independent Agencies
Following certain procedural steps will strengthen independent agencies’ rulemaking processes.
Corporate Capture of the Rulemaking Process
The right regulatory reforms can level the playing field between the public and powerful corporate players.
Robot Regulators Could Eliminate Human Error
Scholar examines what a world of regulation by robot might look like—an innovation that could be just around the corner.
Smarter Regulation for the “Optimizing Economy”
An economy increasingly based on algorithms will need a more sophisticated government, too.
The Grand Canyon and the Limits of the Law
Peter Schuck’s book illustrates how the law is an important, though imperfect, tool in preserving natural phenomenon.
Regulatory Excellence as “People Excellence”
Regulators must master the human side of regulation to achieve excellence.