HIPAA at 25 Remains a Work in Progress
HIPAA has delivered meaningful benefits to consumers but still needs updating to address new and emerging privacy challenges.
Reflecting on 25 Years of HIPAA
To commemorate the 25th anniversary of HIPAA’s passage, leading scholars explore the law’s impact on privacy and health care.
Protecting Adjudicators From Political Threats
Scholars argue that federal administrative law judges need more insulation from political pressures.
Can Municipal Broadband Networks Close the Digital Divide?
Local governments may be able to provide better internet access than telecom companies.
The Wild West of Fertility Clinics
Legal experts argue that the fertility industry is largely unregulated and poses risks to patients.
A New Digital Age Privacy Protection Agency Holds Promise
The Data Protection Act of 2021 would strengthen public safeguards over big data.
Regulating Tribal Waters Without Attacking Tribal Sovereignty
Scholar argues that the Clean Water Act can protect water resources and tribal jurisdiction.
Antitrust Enforcement of Startup Acquisitions
Scholars urge antitrust enforcement against technology firms that acquire startups.
Replacing the World’s Most Important Number
Replacing the primary international interest rate poses risks, but policymakers are ready for the challenge.
Utility Ratemaking for Racial Justice
Performance-based ratemaking could help lessen racial inequities in energy burdens.
Is Advanced Recycling a Cure-All or a License to Pollute?
A new recycling law faces criticism from environmental groups and praise from plastics manufacturers.
Reexamining the Renewable Fuel Standard in Letter and Spirit
In a recent case, the Supreme Court failed to address the purpose of exemptions from EPA’s renewable fuel standard.