Opinion

OFR’s Refusal to Regulate References

OFR’s Refusal to Regulate References

The agency’s response to a recent petition fails to resolve a growing debate.

One Step Forward, Two Steps Back

One Step Forward, Two Steps Back

Encouraging progress in public access to industry standards is counterbalanced by a governmental “disappointment.”

Citizen Feedback in Chinese Policymaking

Citizen Feedback in Chinese Policymaking

Officials increasingly consult with an engaged public when setting policy.

Regulating Risk and Governance in Banks

Regulating Risk and Governance in Banks

An analysis of bank governance reveals a new roadmap for regulatory reform.

The Supreme Court Should Avoid a Constitutional Ruling in Noel Canning

The Supreme Court Should Avoid a Constitutional Ruling in Noel Canning

The Court should allow the political process to resolve recess appointments controversy.

The History of Precaution

The History of Precaution

An analysis of legal traditions provides insight into transnational regulatory relations.

TSCA and the Proposed Chemical Safety Improvement Act

TSCA and the Proposed Chemical Safety Improvement Act

Despite limitations, proposed legislation would improve regulation of chemicals.

Taking Targeted Immunity Statutes Seriously

Taking Targeted Immunity Statutes Seriously

Recent Supreme Court rulings provide insight into variable tort litigation outcomes.

Costs, Benefits, and the Non-Political Nature of OIRA Review

Costs, Benefits, and the Non-Political Nature of OIRA Review

OIRA performs the role of information aggregator.

OIRA and the Public

OIRA and the Public

OIRA’s external meetings play an important role in rulemaking.

Inside Baseball: The Nature of OIRA’s Work

Inside Baseball: The Nature of OIRA’s Work

The regulatory review process engages a wide range of actors.

What OIRA Really Does

What OIRA Really Does

Former administrator offers an overview of OIRA’s internal processes.