Satisfaction Is Not the Same as Policy Success
Making decisions that satisfy those involved in regulatory policy-making does not guarantee successful outcomes.
What Is the Ideal Cost-Benefit Analysis?
Two researchers propose a simpler way to perform cost-benefit analysis.
The Challenge of Keeping Hazardous Consumer Products Off the Market
New audit report highlights Consumer Product Safety Commission’s struggle to respond to emerging risks.
Predicting Regulatory Delay
New model aims to predict how long it takes rules to be published after they clear OIRA review.
Rethinking States’ Role in Federal Rulemaking
By understanding key tradeoffs, federal agencies can enhance state participation in the regulatory process.
Hundreds of Recent Final Rules Are Technically Unlawful
Agencies apparently fail to comply with a mandatory reporting requirement for many federal regulations.
GAO Says Congressional Review Act Not Triggered by Proposed Rules
Congressional watchdog declares that proposed regulations are not subject to CRA.
Improving Regulatory Processes Around the World
New OECD report encourages governments to learn better ways to make regulations.
It’s Time to Make Rulemaking Really Transparent on Agency Websites
Regulatory agencies should do more to make information about proposed rules more accessible.
Two Cheers for Industry Self-Governance
Better analysis can reveal the conditions under which self-regulation works well for society.
Do Regulators Listen to the Public?
New study suggests agencies primarily listen to industry insiders in finalizing rules.