“Big Four” Decision Shines Light on Regulatory Conflicts
International accounting firms remain stuck between Chinese and U.S. law.
Improving Regulation Requires Closer Scrutiny of Benefits
Many regulations fail to demonstrate a need for agency action.
EPA Awards Nearly $5 Million in Grants to Study Green Infrastructure
Projects will support urban stormwater management, with a focus on Philadelphia.
Week in Review
Obama issues truck fuel efficiency timeline, FCC will not appeal net neutrality decision, and more…
Unmasking Patent Trolls
Patent and Trademark Office proposes rule that would seek to increase transparency in patent ownership.
Could Financial Services Save the Postal Service?
Controversial new report argues that postal banking could help the underserved while boosting revenues.
Internalizing Cost-Benefit Analysis
Agencies can improve both regulatory analysis and decision-making by establishing internal review capacity.
Private Rules, Public Goods
New book examines agents and entrepreneurs in today’s global environmental governance.
Week in Review
Executive order increases certain workers’ minimum wage, EPA solicits comments on climate change, and more…
Promoting Renewable Energy in the Federal Government
Presidential memo requires agencies to obtain 20% of energy from renewable sources by 2020.
Should Chemical Regulation Be Stronger?
West Virginia chemical spill raises question of whether better regulation is needed.
House Subcommittee Airs Debate Over “Secret Law”
Public access to regulations takes center stage at congressional hearing.