Let’s Review the Rules
Agencies can narrow the political gap over regulation by retrospectively measuring the actual impact of their regulations.
Budget Deal May Shut Down Open Government Websites
The Obama Administration’s Open Government Initiative takes a budget hit.
Patent Reform Bill Passes Senate, Taken Up By House
Most substantial reforms in half century proposed for the U.S. patent system.
President Obama Wins Praise from Business
The President reaches out to the business community in an effort to stake out a middle ground.
Japan’s Nuclear Disaster Generates Debate Over American Preparedness
Lawmakers study the nuclear disaster in Japan and debate the necessity of improvements to American nuclear safety.
Debate Heats Up Over Regulation’s Costs to the Economy
State and federal policymakers are scrutinizing regulations for the costs they may impose on the recovering economy.
A “Noah’s Ark of Scholars” Discusses Strategies for Increasing Public Engagement with the Government
The federal government hosts conference to promote research on open government.
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.