Agency independence

Mass comments policy should consider agencies’ roles as apolitical policymakers.

Scholars report that White House review exerts a deregulatory influence on agency rulemaking.

Recent legislation raises constitutional issues concerning presidential power over independent agencies.

A federal court ruling revives questions about the insulation of independent agencies.

OECD report calls for agency independence to serve as a bulwark against breakdowns in the regulatory process.

ACUS report addresses best practices for agency involvement in drafting legislation.

Different agency design choices result in a continuum of independence.