Proposed MSHA Regulation Seeks to Strengthen Pattern of Violation Provisions
Mine safety regulator proposes criteria for improving worker protection.
Obama’s Order on Equity and Regulatory Analysis
President Obama’s new Executive Order stresses analysis of equity issues in rulemaking, in addition to calling for a review of existing regulation.
Week in Review
Senate healthcare repeal fails, contraception requirement may violate religious liberty, and more…
State of the Union and Responses Highlight Key Differences Over Regulation
President Obama and Republican leaders debate health care, environmental regulation, and other regulatory issues.
New Executive Order Promotes Public Participation
Obama’s recent order makes promising strides toward improving participation in agency rulemaking.
Bipartisan E-Rulemaking Act of 2010 Introduced to Enhance Transparency
Senators aim to require the government to put information concerning regulation on the Internet.
E-Government and Inequality in Public Participation
The Internet has not made the government more democratic, at least not yet.
Another Regulatory Milestone as the Federal Register Act Turns 75
The Regulatory Review recognizes the contributions of the federal government’s “daily newspaper.”
Elena Kagan and the Regulatory State
Elena Kagan’s appointment underscores an important shift in American law toward legislation and regulatory law.
Murkowski Resolution Fails, But EPA Climate Change Regulation Still at Risk
Senator’s failed attempt to dismantle agency’s greenhouse gas regulation fails amidst similar efforts.
Is the Mine Safety and Health Administration Up to the Task?
Funding shortfalls may inhibit efforts at improving mine safety.