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Identifying the Economic Implications of Artificial Intelligence for Copyright Policy

Identifying the Economic Implications of...

This volume explores the complex intersection of artificial intelligence and copyright policy, emphasizing the need for rigorous economic research to guide future decisions. It analyzes how AI-generated content challenges traditional…

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General Processed Procedures Manual

General Processed Procedures Manual

This manual from USDA’s Specialty Crops Inspection Division outlines the official procedures for inspecting processed fruits and vegetables. It details protocols for grading, in-plant inspections, label use, sample handling, and…

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Federal Tools for Production and Preservation of Affordable Rental Housing

Federal Tools for Production and Preservation of...

The federal government has developed a wide array of tools to support the production and preservation of affordable rental housing, ranging from public housing bonds to tax credits and block…

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Executive Order 14243: Stopping Waste, Fraud, and Abuse by Eliminating Information Silos

Executive Order 14243: Stopping Waste, Fraud, and...

President Biden’s Executive Order 14243, issued on March 20, 2025, calls for eliminating information silos across federal agencies to combat waste, fraud, and abuse. It mandates full access to unclassified…

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Copyright and Artificial Intelligence Part 2: Copyrightability

Copyright and Artificial Intelligence Part 2:...

As generative AI reshapes the creative process, questions around who—or what—can be considered an author are taking center stage. The U.S. Copyright Office reaffirms that copyright law protects only works…

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Copyright and Artificial Intelligence Part 1: Digital Replicas

Copyright and Artificial Intelligence Part 1:...

The rise of generative AI has made it easier than ever to create digital replicas—realistic but fake videos, images, or audio of real people. While these technologies can offer creative…

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Executive Order 14236: Additional Rescissions of Harmful Executive Orders and Actions

Executive Order 14236: Additional Rescissions of...

This Executive Order marks a continued rollback of previous administration policies, rescinding a wide range of executive actions spanning labor rights, climate policy, bioeconomy initiatives, national security, and COVID-19 response.…

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Executive Order 14221: Making America Healthy Again by Empowering Patients With Clear, Accurate, and Actionable Healthcare Pricing Information

Executive Order 14221: Making America Healthy...

In a renewed push for healthcare transparency, the President has issued an Executive Order aimed at empowering patients with clear, accurate, and actionable pricing information. The directive builds on previous…

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Executive Order 14215: Ensuring Accountability for All Agencies

Executive Order 14215: Ensuring Accountability for...

This document outlines updated rules from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) regarding credit card penalty fees. It aims to ensure fairer practices by capping late fees and increasing transparency…

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Barriers to Protection as of 2024

Barriers to Protection as of 2024

Asylum seekers in the U.S. continue to face significant hurdles under expedited removal policies, including rushed timelines, poor detention conditions, and limited access to legal counsel. The report reveals that…

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List of Consumer Reporting Companies

List of Consumer Reporting Companies

Most people know about credit reports—but there are dozens of other consumer reporting companies that quietly shape decisions about jobs, housing, insurance, banking, and more. This CFPB guide reveals who’s…

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A Policymaker’s Guide to Digital Antitrust Regulation

A Policymaker’s Guide to Digital Antitrust...

As countries weigh new digital antitrust regulations, this guide urges caution before following the EU’s lead. It argues that proposed rules like the Digital Markets Act often oversimplify how digital…

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Informational Scientific Primers for Officers of the Court: Intended to Strengthen Use of Forensic Science Evidence

Informational Scientific Primers for Officers of...

Judges and attorneys increasingly rely on forensic science in the courtroom—but how well do they understand the science behind the evidence? NIST’s latest publication introduces 17 short primers that unpack…

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2024 Lobbying Disclosure: Observations on Compliance with Requirements

2024 Lobbying Disclosure: Observations on...

Lobbying disclosures are holding steady, with most lobbyists meeting legal requirements and providing proper documentation for their activities. However, GAO’s audit revealed persistent gaps, like undisclosed past government roles and…

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The Inflation Reduction Act Is Negotiating the United States Out of Drug Innovation

The Inflation Reduction Act Is Negotiating the...

The Inflation Reduction Act introduced a pricing policy that gives small-molecule drugs only 9 years of market exclusivity—four fewer than their large-molecule counterparts. While aiming to reduce costs, this distinction…

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