Girls’ Sports Opportunities Show Greater Gap
University report claims the gender gap in sports opportunities has widened.
Court Approves Google’s Privacy Settlement
Federal judge approves FTC’s action over Google’s Safari practices.
Marijuana in Colorado: Legalized but Regulated
Colorado will need to regulate the market for a federally-banned drug.
CFPB Examines Obstacles to Repayment of Private Student Loans
Report finds similarity between complaints by student borrowers and mortgagors.
Protecting Privacy in DNA Sequencing
President’s Bioethics Commission recommends self-regulation and government oversight.
California Bans Homosexual Reparative Therapy for Minors
California becomes first state to outlaw gay conversion therapy for children.
DHS to Offer Deportation Guidance on Same-Sex Couples
Discretionary relief from deportation for same-sex partners.
California Adopts “Homeowners Bill of Rights” to Combat Foreclosures
The Golden State joins other jurisdictions in adopting reforms to lower foreclosure rates.
Senate Bills Aim to Help Graduates in STEM Fields Get Green Cards
Supporters of Senate Bills on STEM say US needs skilled immigrants.
Justice Department Attempts to Close Prisons’ Revolving Door
The Department of Justice hopes to reduce crime by easing the path to reentry.
Justice Roberts’s Opinion on Health Care Reform
We excerpt key portions of Chief Justice Roberts’s opinion.
Justice Department Announces Rules to Stop Prison Rape
Rules aim to eliminate sexual assault through a comprehensive regulatory scheme.