A Libertarian Bias in the D.C. Circuit’s Administrative Law
Scholars say the Supreme Court should rebuke the lower court’s ideologically influenced decisions.
Congress Considers Regulating Tax Preparers
After federal court blocks IRS rule, Democrats urge new legislation on tax preparation.
Regulating the “Sharing Economy”
General permits could provide the right amount of regulation for a new, booming industry.
EPA Moves to Expand Farm Worker Protections
EPA proposes increasing safety standards to protect farm workers from hazardous pesticides.
General Permits and the Regulation of Greenhouse Gases
Recent Supreme Court decision misses a climate change solution that could satisfy all parties.
Is Privacy an Antitrust Concern?
Politicians and activists urge synthesis, but the FTC remains skeptical.
A More Sensible Approach to Vesting Jurisdiction for Judicial Review of Agency Decisions
A clearer framework is needed to address jurisdiction questions in legal actions against agencies.
European Court’s Transparency Ruling May Impact Trade Talks With U.S.
Increased public access to EU documents could present challenges for key negotiations with U.S.
Freedom of Information Act Report Cards
Center for Effective Government gives several major agencies failing grades for transparency.
Quality Control and Criminal Justice
Can methods used to reduce health care and aviation errors apply to the criminal justice system?
Regulatory Science and the TTIP
Trade talks could help improve regulatory policy in both the U.S. and EU.
Mixed Response to FDA’s Planned Makeover of Nutrition Labels
Proposed updates to label draw praise from public health groups, concern from food industry.