EPA Proposes Air Toxics Standards for Power Plants
At court-ordered deadline, EPA proposes standards for mercury and other air toxics.
Regulatory Agencies Plan for Federal Government Shutdown
Agencies show how they would react to a funding hiatus.
Washington D.C. Plans to Overhaul Its Zoning Code
Washington, D.C. seeks to promote environmental sustainability by updating zoning code.
Japan’s Nuclear Disaster Generates Debate Over American Preparedness
Lawmakers study the nuclear disaster in Japan and debate the necessity of improvements to American nuclear safety.
FDA Grants Hearing on Proposed Withdrawal of Marketing Approval for Avastin
The FDA proposes to withdraw approval for a breast cancer treatment, with hearing scheduled for June.
Senate Hearing on Appliance Efficiency Standards Sparks Consumer Choice Debate
Members of Congress debate consumer choice issues raised by efficiency standards for light bulbs and appliances.
Scholars Debate Whether the Administrative Procedure Act Provides Sufficient Transparency
Scholars argue that agencies do not weigh sufficiently comments they receive under the APA.
A “Noah’s Ark of Scholars” Discusses Strategies for Increasing Public Engagement with the Government
The federal government hosts conference to promote research on open government.
Dodd-Frank Implementation Faces Strong Congressional Opposition
Members of Congress introduce legislation to roll back Dodd-Frank and limit funds appropriated to financial regulatory agencies.
FDA Seeks Public Input and Increased Funding to Implement Food Safety Act
The FDA holds public meetings to discuss its new authority as some members of Congress question the agency’s budget.