#federal-regulations

#federal-regulations

Presidents' influence over the economy is limited, but their regulatory agencies can have significant impacts, such as seen in recent noncompete ban and other regulations. [ more ]

Federal efforts in Canada towards open banking are a game-changer but criticism exists over slow progress impacting innovation for smaller financial players. [ more ]

The Department of Education has finalized the Title IX rule under federal civil rights law to prevent sex discrimination in federally-funded education, a victory for advocates. [ more ]

New federal regulations prevent suspending athletes accused of sexual misconduct during investigations under Title IX. [ more ]

Menthol cigarettes target Black communities disproportionately.

Delay in federal ban decision on menthol cigarettes impacting lives. [ more ]

President Biden's climate and equity mandates are contributing to federal regulations that cost the U.S. economy over $1.9 trillion a year.

The annual regulatory burden amounts to nearly 7.4% of U.S. GDP and Washington's share of the U.S. economy is 31.4%.

Biden's administration imposed fewer final rules in 2022 compared to his first year, but the number was still higher than under former President Trump. [ more ]

The U.S. EPA is preparing to reject California's plan to curb air pollution in Los Angeles, potentially resulting in economic sanctions and federal oversight.

Despite having strict air pollution rules, Southern California has never complied with federal health standards for ozone.

California air regulators are calling on the federal government to make the majority of the necessary pollution cuts, as some of the largest sources of emissions are federally regulated. [ more ]