OFR’s Refusal to Regulate References
The agency’s response to a recent petition fails to resolve a growing debate.
One Step Forward, Two Steps Back
Encouraging progress in public access to industry standards is counterbalanced by a governmental “disappointment.”
OFR Responds to Petition on Incorporation by Reference
Government office responds to petition seeking greater public access to legal rules.
The Continuing Debate Over Regulatory Incorporation
The Regulatory Review features continuing debate on “incorporation by reference” after OFR responds to recent petition.
The Shutdown’s Impact on Regulation
Looking back at the 1995 shutdown reveals insights about regulatory productivity.
Citizen Feedback in Chinese Policymaking
Officials increasingly consult with an engaged public when setting policy.
Department of Education Seeks Feedback on Strategic Plan
Agency issues draft focused on closing achievement gap and leading the world.
The Supreme Court Should Avoid a Constitutional Ruling in Noel Canning
The Court should allow the political process to resolve recess appointments controversy.
White House Review of Regulation: Myths and Realities
The Regulatory Review features the remarks of Cass R. Sunstein, keynote speaker at the Penn Program on Regulation’s annual regulation dinner at Penn Law.
Costs, Benefits, and the Non-Political Nature of OIRA Review
OIRA performs the role of information aggregator.
Inside Baseball: The Nature of OIRA’s Work
The regulatory review process engages a wide range of actors.