Mass Comments’ Opportunity Costs
What is lost when those with something to say join the mass comments bandwagon?
Democracy, Rulemaking, and Outpourings of Comments
Scholars and policymakers should recognize the democratic benefits of public comments.
Preventing Mass Comment Wars
Agencies can welcome public participation while discouraging the submission of mass comments.
Mass Comments Should Be Discouraged
ACUS should discourage the submission of mass comments in the notice and comment rulemaking process.
Managing Mass Comment “Supply” by Reducing “Demand”
Alternative agency outreach methods can garner useful feedback and reduce pressure on the notice and comment process.
Mass Comments in Administrative Rulemaking
Experts consider the value of mass comment campaigns during notice-and-comment rulemaking.
Mass Comments and the Revival of Apolitical Expertise
Mass comments policy should consider agencies’ roles as apolitical policymakers.
Disclosing Gluten in Food
Pending federal legislation would improve food information for consumers with gluten sensitivity.
Regulatory Comments and the Major Questions Doctrine
Courts should not rely on the number of public comments to assess the legality of regulations.
Yes, Curbing U.S. Fossil Fuel Extraction Does Reduce Climate Pollution
Regulators should use a new model that captures the full impact of fossil fuel extraction to inform climate reforms.
Compromise Between Radicals and Incrementalists in Antitrust Reform
Harmonizing two approaches to antitrust law reform may protect consumer and market welfare most effectively.
Making Utility Assistance to Low-Income Households More Effective
Regulators can engage in smart policymaking to make utility services affordable for low-income households.