Increasing EPA’s Scientific Transparency
Despite concerns, environmental agency’s “transparent science” proposed rule supports existing guidelines.
Science, Transparency, and Environmental Policy
Scholars and regulatory commentators debate the significance of EPA’s recently proposed “transparency” rule.
New Developments in Regulatory Benefit-Cost Analysis
Scholars and industry representatives highlight takeaways from conference on new regulatory developments.
Participatory Rulemaking in China Needs Even More Effort
Recent revisions to China’s administrative regulations will not guarantee effective public participation.
China Implements More Participatory Rulemaking Under Communist Party
New requirements such as notice-and-comment periods and public hearings should improve transparency.
Using Plain Language to Draft Regulations
ACUS recommendation offers suggestions for making the language of agency documents more accessible.
Guidance and the Congressional Review Act
Congress faces issues in attempting to apply regulation-removing law to agency guidance.
Chevron and Net Neutrality at the FCC
Net neutrality has “bounced” from regulation to repeal under an often-used administrative law doctrine.
What A Difference A Year Makes
Americans should applaud President Trump for rolling back Obama Administration overreach.
Creating Trusted Regulatory Policy
Citizens are more likely to comply with regulations that they perceive as enacted through a fair process.
Tax Overhaul Process Retreated from Democracy
Recent legislative process that led to tax changes fell short in terms of key principles of democracy.