Potential Legislative Developments in the Regulatory State in 2017
The 115th Congress brings great promise for the Republican agenda, although not all planned reforms will happen overnight.
The Trump Administration’s Regulatory Reform Options
The new Administration and Congress can use several procedures to cut down on regulation.
Hundreds of Recent Final Rules Are Technically Unlawful
Agencies apparently fail to comply with a mandatory reporting requirement for many federal regulations.
GAO Says Congressional Review Act Not Triggered by Proposed Rules
Congressional watchdog declares that proposed regulations are not subject to CRA.
Murkowski Resolution Fails, But EPA Climate Change Regulation Still at Risk
Senator’s failed attempt to dismantle agency’s greenhouse gas regulation fails amidst similar efforts.
Additional Efforts to Halt EPA Climate Change Regulation
Two more House bills aim to curb EPA’s regulatory authority.