Week in Review
Agencies increase health-contingent health plan reward, EPA issues rule for alternate contaminated water tests, and more.
Draft Bill Would Limit EPA Rulemaking Power
Proposal would require Energy Department to review EPA regulations costing more than $1 billion.
President Obama’s Budget Sets Regulatory Priorities Too
The proposed budget identifies the administration’s regulatory priorities.
What the Unified Agenda Tells Us About Regulation’s Impending Burdens
Unified Agenda of new regulations only tells part of the story.
Department of Energy Announces Solar Energy Investments
DOE seeks to invest in technologies to make solar energy more cost-effective.
Ryan’s Record on Regulation
Presumptive Republican veep nominee has proposed cutting agency funding and deregulating industries.
Can the White House Trim U.S. Paperwork?
OIRA memo is admirable but bolder action by Congress may be needed.
Hydrokinetics: Generating Power from Water
Congress and FERC act to promote the development of hydrokinetic power.
Commerce Department Levies Duties on Chinese Wind Towers
The decision adds to rising tension between the U.S. and China over manufacturing subsidies.
Pennsylvania Utility Regulator Ponders the Future of Energy Efficiency
Commission seeks public comments as it prepares to extend efficiency programs.
Commission Blasts Outdated Nuclear Waste Management Policy
Blue ribbon body urges federal government to implement major reforms.