Justice Department Proposes Disability Accommodations for Moviegoers
Proposed rule would require theaters to show movies with closed captioning and audio description for disabled patrons.
Proposed Safeguards for Free Immigration Legal Services
Proposed rule could improve the accuracy of government list of free sources of legal aid.
Shorter Sentences for Parole Violators
Parole Commission considers new rule to reduce sentences for minor parole violations.
Quality Control and Criminal Justice
Can methods used to reduce health care and aviation errors apply to the criminal justice system?
Cracks Emerge in U.S. Prohibition on Industrial Hemp Cultivation
As 2014 Farm Bill loosens federal restrictions, states look to gain new revenue.
Unmasking Patent Trolls
Patent and Trademark Office proposes rule that would seek to increase transparency in patent ownership.
Private Rules, Public Goods
New book examines agents and entrepreneurs in today’s global environmental governance.
Improving Disability Adjudication
ACUS makes several recommendations to improve SSA’s claim processing.
Plastic Bag Regulations Gain Momentum, Face Criticism
Many jurisdictions have adopted or are considering controversial laws that restrict single-use plastic bags.
HUD and VA Partner to Eliminate Veteran Homelessness
Agencies announce third installment of housing vouchers, part of $68 million plan.
Pro Bono Regulations to Take Effect in New York
Bar applicants now required to complete fifty hours of service.