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The Administrative Attack on Transgender Youth

The Administrative Attack on Transgender Youth

A directive denying health care for transgender youth puts agencies at odds with evidence-based medicine.

Rule 50 of the Olympic Charter and Freedom of Expression

Rule 50 of the Olympic Charter and Freedom of Expression

Olympic rules must balance the right to freedom of expression with the neutrality of the games.

Important Changes at the Intersection of Antitrust and Administrative Law

Important Changes at the Intersection of Antitrust and Administrative Law

Supreme Court changes in administrative law create uncertainty for new antitrust guidance from federal regulators.

Creating an Inclusive Political Order

Creating an Inclusive Political Order

True representative democracy depends on making access to voting a realistic option for all.

Pumping the Brakes on Fast Fashion

Pumping the Brakes on Fast Fashion

Scholars discuss how to limit the negative social and environmental impacts of fast fashion.

Administrative Law Essay Competition Winners

Administrative Law Essay Competition Winners

Two essays by the student winners of a Penn Law essay competition describe important regulatory issues.

Regulatory Engagement is Due for an Upgrade

Regulatory Engagement is Due for an Upgrade

Improving comment solicitation and fixing Regulations.gov will enhance access to the regulatory process.

Beyond OIRA for Equity in Regulatory Process

Beyond OIRA for Equity in Regulatory Process

OIRA should use both top-down and bottom-up approaches to advance equity at the agency level.

How the Current Siting Regime Stifles Renewable Energy

How the Current Siting Regime Stifles Renewable Energy

Scholar argues for changes to siting regulations to speed up renewable energy deployment.

DNA Testing in Immigration Control

DNA Testing in Immigration Control

Scholar cautions against the increasing use of biometric testing by immigration authorities.

Democratic Innovation to Improve Agency Rulemaking Comments

Democratic Innovation to Improve Agency Rulemaking Comments

Agencies should consider new tools to expand access to public opinion in the rulemaking process.

Balancing Public Engagement and Agency Action in a Changing World

Balancing Public Engagement and Agency Action in a Changing World

Regulators facing challenges such as climate change must balance obtaining public input with acting effectively.