Analysis finds that rules proposed early in presidential terms during midnight periods are characterized by expansive opportunities for public participation
Journal Articles & Working Papers
These documents are the apex of the Center's academic research. Our working papers are authored with the intention of publishing them in peer-reviewed journals at a later date, and our journal articles are setting the standard in their academic disciplines.
Transparency, Participation, and Responsiveness in Hong Kong Consultative Policymaking
Does public consultation in practice facilitate transparency, participation, and responsiveness in policymaking?
Issues in Fairness and Transparency in Regulation by Adjudication
A review of the process and fairness considerations that arise when agencies make policy through precedential adjudications
The Economic Impact of Uncertainty About US Regulations of the Energy Sector
Article for the journal Economic Inquiry creates a monthly-frequency measure of regulatory uncertainty related to oil and gas production
Ensuring Durability and Objectivity in Regulatory Analysis: Comments on OMB Circular A-4
Article for the Journal of Benefit-Cost Analysis shares public comments filed by Susan Dudley in response to OMB draft Circular A-4 in 2023
Working paper examines CEQ's authority to issue binding National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) rules.
The Economic Impact of Uncertainty About US Regulations of the Energy Sector
An increase in regulatory uncertainty in the energy sector reduces oil production and has certain negative effects on economic outcomes
Lessons from the Past for Regulating AI
What can be learned about Artificial Intelligence by looking at regulation of past novel technologies?
Understanding the Demand-Side of an Illegal Market: Prohibition of Menthol Cigarettes
Working paper considers unintended consequences of the FDA's proposed ban on menthol cigarettes.
Is Communications-Company Ownership of Video Content a Threat to Competition?
Evidence from the financial markets that carrier integration into video production has not redounded to the benefit of these companies’ stockholders