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Independent Agency Rules Newly Subject to OIRA Review

Executive Order 14215 brings centralized review to agencies traditionally independent of the White House.

Review of DOE’s Analytic Methods for Setting Energy Conservation Standards

The Department of Energy can take steps to ensure that its standards are truly “economically justified” and serve the public interest

Comment on Enhancing Flexibility of Air Fare Price Advertising

DOT's proposed changes would make it more difficult for consumers to identify the total price of an airline ticket, resulting in higher search costs.

The Rise and Regulation of Payment Stablecoins

The GENIUS Act establishes a federal framework governing who may issue payment stablecoins and how their reserves must be managed.

Divergence and Convergence in AI Regulation: National and International Dimensions

Summary of Joseph Dunne's presentation at the June 2026 “Regulatory Crosswinds” conference co-hosted by the GW RSC and the FCCR.

Comment on Updating and Improving the Methodology for Assessing Affordability and Cost-Effectiveness of Building Energy Codes

Public comment submitted in response to a Request for Information from the Department of Energy

Independent Agencies Get a Second Opinion

Trump v. Slaughter may force independent agencies to provide more rigorous justifications for new rules.

Trump's 2026 Unified Agenda

OIRA released its 2026 Unified Agenda and annual Regulatory Plan, highlighting each agency's regulatory priorities for the coming year.

How Wide is the Atlantic? Convergence and Divergence in US–EU AI Governance

Summary of remarks on data governance and sovereignty at the June 2026 “Regulatory Crosswinds” conference

Happy 80th Birthday, APA

The Administrative Procedure Act’s simple framework ensures federal regulations are based on evidence, public input, and reasoned justification.