New Tool Promises to Make Federal Regulations Easier to Find
Partnership attempts to simplify searching for regulations.
Fat Taxes in Europe
Although the EU probably has the legal authority to impose “fat taxes,” the policy case for doing so needs to be stronger.
Resources versus Reputation in “Voluntary Regulation”
Study finds states more than feds rely on economic incentives to encourage compliance.
Week in Review
FTC chair calls for improved internet privacy, President Obama renews bank charter, DOMA declared unconstitutional, and more.
EPA and Commerce Department Announce Environmental Technologies Export Initiative
Web-based tool will aim to help environmental firms export technologies and services.
Valuing the Rear-view Camera Rule
NHTSA’s analysis cannot support its conclusion that the benefits justify the costs.
EPA Releases Draft Guidelines on Fracking Permits
New guidance aims to clarify federal policy on fracking using diesel fluids.
A New Measure of the Quality of Regulatory Analysis
Our Report Card project scores the use of regulatory analysis in agency rulemakings.
Week in Review
Senate votes to reauthorize FDA user fees, JP Morgan hires former SEC exec, and the White House unveils digital strategy, and more.
Justice Department Announces Rules to Stop Prison Rape
Rules aim to eliminate sexual assault through a comprehensive regulatory scheme.
Time to Discard the Precautionary Principle at the CPSC
Upcoming phthalate regulations give CPSC an opportunity to reexamine its risk exposure policies.
The Final Days of the Office of Thrift Supervision
OTS may not deserve some criticism from its performance during the financial crisis.