Week in Review
Resumption of smog litigation, new oil spill investigative report, apple juice safety, and more.
Petition Calls for Reform of FDA Regulation of Generic Drug Labels
Advocacy group petitions agency to let generic drug manufacturers update labels.
Could a Future President Reinstate the Military’s “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” Policy?
Despite some Republican candidate promises, reinstating a ban on gays in the military would be hard to do.
The Ozone Standard as Presidential Policy: Some Concerns
Obama’s short-term decision dangerously contradicts long-term legislative policy.
Why Costs Should Play No Role in Setting Ozone Standards
President Obama made a bad decision to withdraw EPA rule.
Week in Review
EPA’s stricter smog rule set back, Russian President calls for reform of Russia’s aviation industry, FHFA sues banks for loan misrepresentation, and more.
Obama’s Ozone Decision Shows Clearly Who’s in Charge
Letter from OIRA Administrator Sunstein emphasizes President’s role.
Making the Rulemaking Process Accessible to Ordinary Citizens
Administrative agencies should design their websites with rulemaking participation by the general public in mind.
Obama Asks EPA to Delay Ozone Standards
Concerns over economy clash with more stringent air pollution standards.
Week in Review
DOJ blocks AT&T and T-Mobile merger, FEMA funds run low, French PM calls for tougher nuclear rules, and more.
Justice Department Moves to Block AT&T’s Acquisition of T-Mobile
Antitrust Division argues the merger would decrease competition, increase prices.