The EPA Transport Rule’s Positive Net Benefits
Studies show that the environmental and health benefits of the EPA’s proposed rule would significantly outweigh its compliance costs.
Federal Research Center’s New Venture Into Drug Discovery
New National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences works with pharmaceutical companies to develop drugs.
President Obama Wins Praise from Business
The President reaches out to the business community in an effort to stake out a middle ground.
International Linkage of National Climate Change Policies
Regulation of greenhouse gas emissions may proceed by linking together multiple national cap-and-trade systems.
Debate Heats Up Over Regulation’s Costs to the Economy
State and federal policymakers are scrutinizing regulations for the costs they may impose on the recovering economy.
Preemption of Vaccine Injury Lawsuits Upheld
The Supreme Court decides that federal statutes preempt state lawsuits over vaccinations.
FTC Loses Bid to Block Labcorp-Westcliff Merger
Two clinical testing laboratories may now merge after judges reject the FTC’s arguments for blocking the merger.
FDA and Importers Gain New Responsibility to Police Imported Foods
New legislation increases safety responsibilities of the FDA and food importers.
Senate Bill Would Codify Benefit-Cost Analysis and Guidance Procedures
Senator proposes legislation to require cost-benefit analysis and steps for issuing non-binding guidance.
Balancing Confidentiality and Transparent Reporting of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
EPA and the EU differ over how to respect confidential business information while enforcing environmental regulation.
The Justice Department’s “Imminent” Decision on the Google-ITA Merger
Justice Department decides whether to allow online search giant to buy leading travel search provider.
Clean Water Act Amendment Helps Philadelphia Comply with Stormwater Regulations
The federal government may contribute fees to Philadelphia to limit stormwater runoff to sewers.