Regulating Away Housing Bubbles
Two scholars argue for measures to reduce the incidence and magnitude of housing bubbles.
EPA Reform Measures Face White House Opposition
White House claims EPA reform legislation is expensive, unnecessary, and arbitrary.
Can 911 Find You?
FCC issues final rule increasing 911 operators’ ability to locate wireless 911 callers.
EPA Enforcement in a Time of Financial Constraint
Scholar argues that the EPA has to look for cheaper, more efficient enforcement strategies.
New York City Considers a “Civil Gideon” for Housing Court
Proposed change to New York City’s code would provide free legal counsel to low-income tenants facing eviction.
The Regulatory Reform Debate Needs a Wider Lens
The U.S. does not regulate more than its international peers, but could still learn much from them about regulatory management.
Obama Pushes for Paid Leave Policies for Workers
President tries to push Congress towards more generous paid sick leave for all American workers.
European Central Bank to Expand Asset Purchase Program
Eurozone bank adds sovereign debt purchases to stimulus plan.
Housing Department Tries to Remedy Past Errors, Prevent Wrongful Foreclosures
HUD policy aims to correct mistaken interpretation of statute causing senior citizens to lose their homes.
Cancer Study’s Claims About “Bad Luck” May Undermine Preventive Regulation
Journal article blaming “bad luck” for cancer is misleading, say other scientists.
Regulating the Intersection of Health Care and Gun Control
If more health information should be disclosed, federal and state laws should mandate disclosure.
Commercial Drones in the Skies by 2017
The FAA proposes rule permitting restricted use of commercial unmanned aircraft systems.