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Yams v. Sweet Potatoes

Yams v. Sweet Potatoes

Thanksgiving offers chance to explore scientific and regulatory distinctions in popular holiday fare.

Fight Over Fowl Livers Continues in California

Fight Over Fowl Livers Continues in California

A federal appellate court decision could send foie gras off the menu—again.

All Hands on Deck for Cybercrime Regulation

All Hands on Deck for Cybercrime Regulation

Scholar analyzes how traditional police regulation must change in the face of cybercrime.

Do-It-Yourself for the Legal Industry

Do-It-Yourself for the Legal Industry

Scholar argues that low-income litigants can benefit from self-help resources.

On the Pitfalls of Performance Standards

On the Pitfalls of Performance Standards

Governments need to consider the limitations of performance standards when choosing regulatory strategies.

Week in Review

Week in Review

FDA approves a pill that tracks when patients take their medication, CFPB director will resign, and more…

Revisiting Deference to Agencies in Criminal Deportation Cases

Revisiting Deference to Agencies in Criminal Deportation Cases

Scholar argues against using agency interpretations of immigration law in criminal deportation cases.

Combating Pump and Dump in Crowdfunding Markets

Combating Pump and Dump in Crowdfunding Markets

New article shows how small businesses and startups may trade shares fairly and efficiently.

Obama-Era Education Regulations Targeted for Reform

Obama-Era Education Regulations Targeted for Reform

Conservative legal group urges change to education regulations adopted under the previous Administration.

Getting Back to the Basics with Agency Rulemaking

Getting Back to the Basics with Agency Rulemaking

The United States needs a bipartisan push to bring transparency and accountability back into the rulemaking process.

Week in Review

Week in Review

Senate Democrats introduce bill that would ban assault weapons, House passes bill that would get rid of employer liability for subcontractors, and more…

Seattle’s New Housing Ordinance Will Give Ex-Offenders a Fair Chance

Seattle’s New Housing Ordinance Will Give Ex-Offenders a Fair Chance

Local law will prevent landlords from screening tenants based on their criminal history.