The Role of States in Shaping National Regulation
Louis Capozzi examines how state-level officials challenge and defend federal regulations.
The Case Against Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers Has Only Grown Stronger
Accumulated evidence on the harms of gas leaf blowers has bolstered the rationale for regulation.
Jockeying for Control of AI Data Centers
Lawmakers at various levels of government seek decisionmaking authority over whether and where data centers are built.
Legislating AI Consciousness Without an Exit
State laws declaring that AI lacks legal personhood are premature and too categorical.
The Regulatory Failure in America’s Absenteeism Crisis
Compulsory school attendance laws place blame on parents while ignoring systemic barriers.
State-Based Restrictions on Corporate Political Speech
Scholar offers state-level strategies to control corporate political speech.
When Law Stops at the Prison Gate
Scholar argues that regulatory standards governing free society should protect incarcerated people.
The Three Great Lies About Climate Change
State and local restrictions on natural gas production permits prevent climate damage mitigation.
A State Legislative Nudge Toward Regulatory Excellence
New Hampshire House Bill 1622 will foster enhanced regulatory transparency and improved decision-making.
What Is Lost During State Implementation of Federal Law?
Scholar analyzes the problems of unwritten state law implementing federal programs.
State Laws Neglect the Needs of Automated Vehicles
Scholars analyze state driving laws and suggest reforms to regulate automated vehicles.
The Wild World of Wildlife Conservation Funding
As traditional revenue sources decline, state wildlife agencies are on the hunt for new funding solutions.