federal regulations

Harnessing the power of AI for good requires responsible governance

As a government agency, responsible governance is key to unlocking the benefits of AI while mitigating its risks. We must establish clear and comprehensive…

Commentary

Joshua Roberts

This FDA lawyer was instrumental in limits on cigarette marketing

People

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FILE- In this March 30, 2019, file photo the Dome of the U.S. Capitol Building is visible as cherry blossom trees bloom on the West Lawn in Washington. On Wednesday, April 10, the Treasury Department releases federal budget data for March. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File)

Questions on whether federal rulemaking takes in comments from everyone affected

Agency Oversight

GAO: Trump admin. order to reduce regulations didn’t make much of a dent

Federal Newscast

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An old and essential federal process gets a revamped website

Technology

Pres. Biden looks to puts a hold on any midnight regulations from the Trump administration

Federal Newscast

On day 1, Biden issues mask mandate for federal employees, reinstates diversity training

Workforce

The trick to writing good public comments on federal regulations

Writing effective comments on proposed federal regulations is an art form. Steptoe & Johnson law firm partner Matt Kulkin had some advice.

Open Data/Transparency

FILE - In this July 11, 2019, file photo, construction on the Interstate 69 and Interstate 610 interchange continues in Houston. In the midst of an election year, President Donald Trump has outlined a new $1 trillion infrastructure plan. This time, the Republican president is proposing to rely fully on federal spending to reach his goal, a fundamental change that is praised by some state transportation officials and industry groups, even though Trump's proposal doesn't spell out how to pay for it all.(Elizabeth Conley/Houston Chronicle via AP, File)

Now may be perfect timing to reform regulations

Congress is regrouping to figure out a fourth stimulus bill. Several members have said it should focus on infrastructure.

Facilities/Construction

Alan Chvotkin, Professional Services Council

New rules for defense contractors adding up this week

Federal Drive

Defense contractors have to keep their eyes and ears open this week, says Alan Chvotkin at the Professional Services Council.