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.
What is the Future for Genetic Testing and Personalized Medicine?
FDA declares personalized medicine “has clearly arrived.”
Workplace Injury Reports to Go Online
OSHA proposes requirement for employers to submit injury and illness reports electronically.
How Well Do Businesses in India Comply with Regulatory Standards?
World Bank research study shows substantial noncompliance with key labor law.
U.S. Agency Expands Support for Partial Decommissioning of Oil Rigs
New “rigs-to-reefs” policy endorses ongoing conversion of retired offshore platforms into artificial reefs.
Improving Disability Adjudication
ACUS makes several recommendations to improve SSA’s claim processing.
Behavioral Science in the Regulatory State
New research paper examines the challenges and opportunities of a behavioral approach to regulation.
Plastic Bag Regulations Gain Momentum, Face Criticism
Many jurisdictions have adopted or are considering controversial laws that restrict single-use plastic bags.
Agency Seeks to Enhance Reliability of Emergency Phone Calls
FCC proposal aims to enhance cellular communication during emergencies.
International Approach to Failing Financial Institutions Sought
U.S. and U.K. regulators stress progress on cross-border agreements.
The Growing Application of Cost-Benefit Analysis to Financial Regulation
Cost-benefit analysis assumes an increasingly prominent role in financial rulemaking.