The Supreme Court’s 2017–2018 Regulatory Term
Analysts offer insights about the Court’s most important regulatory decisions of the past term.
Loosening the Federal Grip on Immigration Policy
Scholar contends that the emergence of “integrative enforcement” shows a shifting locus of immigration policy.
Trump Never Really Ordered a Halt to Child Separations
The President’s executive order purportedly ending family separations was merely symbolic.
Hyping the Cost of Regulation
Regulatory action should be based on accurate estimates of regulatory benefits and costs.
Department of Agriculture Withdraws Revisions to Organic Standards
USDA withdraws an Obama-era rule that would have set animal welfare standards for organic foods.
Laying Down the Law on Rule Delays
Recent judicial decisions help clarify the legality of rule freezes after a change in administration.
Executive Orders and the Limits of Presidential Authority
Federal judge discusses the Trump Administration’s original travel ban.
Advancing Regulatory Policy to Improve the Lives of the American People
Improving regulatory performance is vital for making Americans better off.
Regulatory Impact Assessment in the Age of Partisan Volatility
Policy oscillation creates serious problems that may require government scrutiny.
Addressing Uncertain Forgone Benefits of Deregulatory Actions
Interested stakeholders may have a role in quantifying deregulatory impacts for agencies.
The Travel Ban in Court
The Supreme Court should follow the Fourth Circuit in prohibiting impermissible animus while maintaining the President’s discretion.
Uber and the Future of Regulation
Regulators need a new system for responding to evolving market forces.