Justice Department Moves to Block AT&T’s Acquisition of T-Mobile
Antitrust Division argues the merger would decrease competition, increase prices.
Senator Franken Supports Bloomberg’s Battle Against Comcast
The FCC considers whether the cable provider is favoring its own news channels.
Expand Centralized Regulatory Review to Independent Agencies
Congress should require independent regulatory commissions to perform cost-benefit analyses
Senators Debate the Merits of Blocking the AT&T/T-Mobile Merger
Sen. Kohl argues that consumers would lose a low-priced option while Sen. Lee claims the merger would generate efficiencies.
Obama Directs Independent Regulatory Agencies
Executive order contains strongly worded regulatory reform guidelines.
House Passes Resolution Disapproving of Net Neutrality Rules
Democrats and Republicans disagree about FCC’s role in Internet access.
The House May Block Funding to Implement the FCC’s Net Neutrality Rules
The FCC’s newly adopted rules aim to ensure freedom and openness, but face appropriations hurdles.
Week in Review
Obama Administration plans housing reform, President pledges to modernize regulations, and more…