Budget Deal May Shut Down Open Government Websites
The Obama Administration’s Open Government Initiative takes a budget hit.
Regulatory Agencies Plan for Federal Government Shutdown
Agencies show how they would react to a funding hiatus.
Scholars Debate Whether the Administrative Procedure Act Provides Sufficient Transparency
Scholars argue that agencies do not weigh sufficiently comments they receive under the APA.
A “Noah’s Ark of Scholars” Discusses Strategies for Increasing Public Engagement with the Government
The federal government hosts conference to promote research on open government.
Coming Soon! New Format for The Regulatory Review
The Regulatory Review announces redesigned website.
Senate Bill Would Codify Benefit-Cost Analysis and Guidance Procedures
Senator proposes legislation to require cost-benefit analysis and steps for issuing non-binding guidance.
Sunshine Week Brings New FOIA.gov, But Critics Say Glass is Still Half Full
New government website teaches users how to request government information but with mixed reactions.
OIRA’s Guide Provides Agencies with Recommendations for Using Regulations.gov
OIRA recommends that agencies promote public access by uploading rulemaking documents in a timely, consistent fashion.
Davos World Economic Forum Focuses on Transparency
Davos World Economic Forum generates support for government transparency, but divides remain over private sector transparency.
House Subcommittee Holds Hearing on the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act of 1995
House subcommittee meets to consider the effectiveness of the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act.
Federal Budget Battle Centers on Regulation
Regulatory agencies’ budgets a focal point in negotiations over government spending.
Congressional Republicans Seek to Put the “REINS” on Costly Agency Rulemaking
Republican legislation would require Congress to approve major rules passed by federal agencies.