Nonprofit Hospital Standards Under Fire
Research shows that nonprofit hospitals may not be fulfilling the obligations of their tax-exempt status
Electric Vehicle Fires Spark Firefighter Safety Concerns
Experts say regulators need to set better electric vehicle safety standards for emergency responders.
The No Surprises Act Still Surprises Consumers
Medical bills may continue to take consumers by surprise despite the No Surprises Act.
Regulating Contracts in Poultry Production
The U.S. Department of Agriculture proposes requiring chicken processors to provide more information in their contracts with growers.
Does DARPA’s Legal Structure Lead to Ethical Lapses?
The agency’s design allows it to develop advanced technologies, some of which present ethical implications.
Invasive Carp Eye the Great Lakes
Regulators struggle to keep pace with migration of invasive species to the Great Lakes.
The Future of Feces
As fecal microbiota transplantation gains traction in the medical world, regulators may need to step in.
Regulating Sponsored Influencer Marketing
Influencer advertising can bring large profits, but experts say it may also pose unique dangers to consumers.
The Inequalities of California’s Environmental Quality Act
Litigation over a state environmental law highlights both potential abuses and opportunities for reform.
FERC Proposes Revamp to Pipeline Approval Process
FERC proposes environmental justice concerns play a larger role in federal approvals of natural gas pipelines.
Who is Your Health Insurer?
More employers self-fund health insurance plans, bypassing state regulation and potentially increasing costs.
Is the IRS Ready for Tax Season?
The Internal Revenue Service suffers from pandemic delays, staffing shortages, and high expectations.