Regulatory transparency should join fiscal transparency as a fundamental principle of prudent governance in Texas. This is especially true in the area of environmental regulations, the most rapidly expanding area of federal and state regulation.
Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) And their Effect on Regulatory Policy
Like any private organization, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are largely free to operate without governmental approval or interference. Yet many of these NGOs, because of their valuable expertise and insight in matters related to their industry or profession, exert great influence on the government decision-making process. Many NGOs develop standards to be used by private industry...