Process

In rejecting agency action on the basis of the “major questions doctrine,” judges undermine congressional policies.

Another regulatory approach to mandate vaccines could have withstood judicial scrutiny.

Scholar argues that overruling deference to agencies will constrain U.S. government action.

With two Medicare cases, the U.S. Supreme Court may change an important rule on deference to agency decisions.

Increased use of artificial intelligence in public administration calls for efforts to give government a human touch.

Scholars argue that rollback tools mean Presidents must act fast to implement lasting policy.

What is lost when those with something to say join the mass comments bandwagon?

Scholars and policymakers should recognize the democratic benefits of public comments.

Alternative agency outreach methods can garner useful feedback and reduce pressure on the notice and comment process.

ACUS should discourage the submission of mass comments in the notice and comment rulemaking process.

Agencies can welcome public participation while discouraging the submission of mass comments.

Mass comments policy should consider agencies’ roles as apolitical policymakers.