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Cabinet May 2, 2016

Topping Turmoil: Big Pizza fights ObamaCare menu mandate

The pizza lobby is mounting a double-extra-large battle against looming government regulations that would force their franchises to post a dizzying array of calorie counts on their menus.

Environment May 2, 2016

EPA calls for regulating emissions from US airliners

The Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday called for regulating U.S. aircraft emissions, expanding the government's effort to crack down on industries officials say are contributing to global warming.

First Amendment May 2, 2016

Punished for giving pet tips? Docs, vets battle online medicine regs

Veterinarian Ron Hines had his license suspended for giving online medical advice to hundreds of pet owners -- he's now at the center of a growing debate over telemedicine rules.

Consumers May 2, 2016

Industry on edge as EPA prepares to regulate airline emissions

The Environmental Protection Agency will soon announce it plans to regulate airline emissions, asserting they contribute to global warming and endanger public health, according to industry and environmental groups.

Environment May 2, 2016

Feeling the chill: EPA ban on common coolants has lawmakers, industry worried

Lawmakers and industry groups are worried fast-approaching Environmental Protection Agency rules banning certain gasses used in commercial refrigeration and air conditioners could have a chilling effect on business. 

Consumers May 2, 2016

‘Locked and Loaded’: FCC primed for vote on Internet regs, amid 11th-hour drama

The Federal Communications Commission is driving toward a landmark vote Thursday on a sweeping plan that critics warn would impose a new era of regulation for how Americans use and do business on the Internet,  even as 11th-hour appeals inject added drama behind the scenes.

Consumers May 2, 2016

State lawmakers weigh ending ‘unnecessary’ car inspections

State lawmakers are revving up efforts to abolish or roll back car inspections -- arguing that the government-mandated check-ups amount to little more than a hassle and a tax.

Environment May 2, 2016

Gov't panel urges ‘plant-based’ diet, taxes on sweets

The federal committee responsible for nutrition guidelines is calling for the adoption of "plant-based" diets, taxes on dessert, trained obesity "interventionists" at worksites, and electronic monitoring of how long Americans sit in front of the television.

Domestic Policies May 2, 2016

Congress looking into White House’s role in FCC’s net neutrality regulations

The secrecy surrounding the Obama administration's plans for regulating the Internet has prompted a congressional inquiry into whether the independent Federal Communications Commission or the White House and its allies are calling the shots over the future of the nation's broadband networks.

Websites May 2, 2016

FCC chairman pushes far-reaching plan to regulate Internet like phone service

The chairman of the Federal Communications Commission is proposing unprecedented rules to regulate Internet service providers -- including mobile broadband -- like a public utility, in a far-reaching move that could be one of the most divisive plans to emerge from the agency in years.

Media May 2, 2016

FEC backs off flirtation with regulating Internet

Democratic members of the Federal Election Commission on Thursday backed off any consideration of regulating political Internet content, after a public outcry and pressure from Republican colleagues.