GAO Says Dodd-Frank Rulemaking Should be Improved
Financial regulation needs more rigorous analysis and better interagency communication.
Consumer Choice and the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
Whether government should prevent consumers from making mistakes remains an open question.
Rulemakings at the Fed, CFPB Need White House Supervision
After Dodd-Frank, financial regulations of independent agencies should be subject to OIRA review.
CPSC Launches Consumer-Driven Online Database for Unsafe Products
New product safety initiative receives mixed reviews.
Dodd-Frank Implementation Faces Strong Congressional Opposition
Members of Congress introduce legislation to roll back Dodd-Frank and limit funds appropriated to financial regulatory agencies.
FDA and Importers Gain New Responsibility to Police Imported Foods
New legislation increases safety responsibilities of the FDA and food importers.
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Updates Website
New consumer protection agency prepares to assume its responsibilities in July.
Obama’s Plan to Reform the Housing Market
The Obama Administration explains its plans for reforming the U.S. housing market: less government involvement, more private capital.
Proposed HHS Rule Would Extend Health Care Protections to Student Health Plans
The proposed rule would offer some, but all not, consumer protections of PPACA to student health plans.
Week in Review
Senator proposes regulatory budget bill, EPA holds meeting to discuss drinking water regulations, and more…