Auditor Says Federal Cybersecurity Efforts are Inadequate
Government report finds that federal agencies’ cybersecurity practices are too weak.
EEOC Probes Hollywood Hiring Practices
Agency requests interviews with female directors in light of allegations of discriminatory hiring.
Evaluating Disaster Relief
Government report recommends “federal mechanism” to increase oversight of the Red Cross.
Scholar Faults State Efforts to Regulate Police Drones
Scholar argues that better state laws would accommodate privacy concerns and encourage police efficiency.
Reducing Unregulated Transfers of Child Custody
Federal audit report highlights need for states to track and prevent unregulated adoptions.
Better Notification Needed for Student Loan Relief Programs
Eligible borrowers unaware of student loan repayment and forgiveness options.
Uber, Lyft, and the Employment Battle
Class-action lawsuits filed against ridesharing companies over alleged misclassification of worker’s employment status.
When Politicians Are Not Experts, Agencies Step In
ACUS report addresses best practices for agency involvement in drafting legislation.
Increasing Agency Use of Declaratory Orders
Legal scholar believes that declaratory orders can improve the value of agency advice.
How Should the Federal Government Fight Fires?
Despite improvements, agencies should develop consistent policies.
Congressional Productivity’s Impact on Regulatory Agendas
Scholar examines how high- and low-productivity in Congress shapes regulators’ ability to implement statutes.
Finding Common Ground on the Impacts of Air Pollution Regulation
New study suggests some of the debate over environmental regulation stems from data differences.