Can the White House Trim U.S. Paperwork?
OIRA memo is admirable but bolder action by Congress may be needed.
From Rhetoric to Action
Presidential nominee Mitt Romney would need congressional support for his regulatory reform proposals.
FCC Seeks Comments on Proposed Rule for Public Safety Do-Not-Call List
The FCC seeks input on how to manage and enforce a Do-Not-Call Registry for emergency service lines.
Time to Discard the Precautionary Principle at the CPSC
Upcoming phthalate regulations give CPSC an opportunity to reexamine its risk exposure policies.
Obama Seeks to Promote “International Regulatory Cooperation”
President issues executive order as way to enhance U.S. economic growth.
Roundtable Illuminates Challenges of Implementing the Volcker Rule
Prominent scholars, practitioners, and policy officials gather to discuss challenges presented by new banking rules.
Member of Congress Documents “Loophole” for Medical Device Approval
Advocacy groups join Rep. Markey in calling for reform of FDA review process.
Obama’s Reforms Give States a Shot at Coming Out Winners
Health care reform demonstrates President Obama’s evolving understand of federalism.
The Budget Roadmap to the Regulatory State
Obama’s 2013 budget reveals priorities for environment, financial reform, and health care.
Regulation Takes Center Stage in State of the Union Address
Obama emphasizes the role of government in promoting economic growth and fairness.
Regulatory Opinion: Year in Review
The REINS Act, the ozone standard, regulatory reform, cost-benefit analysis, the Affordable Care Act, and Dodd-Frank, and more … as discussed in our top opinion posts from 2011.
Regulatory Year in Review: 2011
Health care reform, the Dodd-Frank Act, environmental protection, and open government are discussed in our top news posts from 2011.