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A New Approach To Regulatory Reform, Murray L. Weidenbaum
A New Approach To Regulatory Reform, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
Even though there is a legitimate need for government regulation, it is still a blunt and imperfect tool, often imposing costs that greatly outweigh the benefits. This study presents the need for regulatory reform and suggests a few ways to do so.
Is This The Healthiest Economy In Three Decades?, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Is This The Healthiest Economy In Three Decades?, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
The same people who would not admit a real economic recovery was underway in 1992 are reluctant to acknowledge that this same recovery is now old and tired in 1996. Only 31% pf the adult population is satisfied with the economy. Over one-half of Americans believe that the country is "headed in the wrong direction." For the most part, the data support these sentiments, from slowed GDP and productivity growth to increased worker insecurity. Policymakers need to take their own Hippocratic oath: First, do no harm. At the same time, they cannot sit idly by either.
The New Wave Of Business Regulation, Murray L. Weidenbaum
The New Wave Of Business Regulation, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
This paper argues that increased regulations lead to increased production costs and therefore higher prices for the average American.
How To Trim The Deficit Without Raising Taxes, Murray L. Weidenbaum
How To Trim The Deficit Without Raising Taxes, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
This article argues that raising taxes to reduce the budget deficit ignores an effective alternative: trimming unnecessary government spending.
The Weak Case For Conversion Legislation, Murray L. Weidenbaum
The Weak Case For Conversion Legislation, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
This paper analyzes the feasibility of a so-called "defense conversion" that would transfer defense technology to civilian uses, concluding that such a transfer would be a difficult and undesirable public policy.
Improving Competitiveness, Congressional Style, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Improving Competitiveness, Congressional Style, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
Seemingly in order to demonstrate its concern with huge trade deficits, Congress passed the Omnibus Trade and Competitiveness Act of 1988. While the object of the legislation is ostensibly to reduce trade deficits and enhance American competitiveness, the new statute actually responds to all sorts of pressure groups. This report examines the impact of the new trade law on a multitude of government agencies.
Government Regulation And Small Business, Testimony Prepared For The U.S. House Of Representatives Committee On Small Business, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Government Regulation And Small Business, Testimony Prepared For The U.S. House Of Representatives Committee On Small Business, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
This testimony presents four major points regarding H.R. 7739 "Small Business Impact Statement Act of 1977" and H.R. 10632 "Small Business Regulatory Relief Act." First, there is concern that regulation hits smaller business disproportionately hard. Second, requiring a regulatory impact statement is a good one, as it helps government understand the effects of its actions. Third, the amount of paperwork required by specific impact statements is concerning. Finally, public policy would be better served by requiring a single comprehensive impact statement prior to the issuance of each new regulation.
A Fundamental Reform Of Government Regulation, Murray L. Weidenbaum
A Fundamental Reform Of Government Regulation, Murray L. Weidenbaum
Murray Weidenbaum Publications
During the past few years, the American public has been alerted to the problems and shortcomings of government regulatory activities. The Regulatory Reform Act of 1977 provides a platform for modernizing and improving government activities that have profound repercussions for all of society. It should be supported and enacted accordingly.