Regulators Introduce New Risk Retention Rule for Banks
Proposal would require banks to retain some risk on most securities they issue.
United States and EU Reduce Reliance on Credit Rating Agencies
The SEC eliminates references to CRA ratings from its rules, while the EU increases its oversight of CRAs.
The Dodd-Frank Dilemma
Law gives regulators more responsibility, so agencies need to keep new regulations simple and find ways to attract talented staff.
Dodd-Frank Implementation Faces Strong Congressional Opposition
Members of Congress introduce legislation to roll back Dodd-Frank and limit funds appropriated to financial regulatory agencies.
Week in Review
Senator proposes regulatory budget bill, EPA holds meeting to discuss drinking water regulations, and more…
Obama’s FY2011 Budget Proposal and Regulatory Agencies
The President’s budget foreshadows changes to how administrative agencies will use their funding.