Politics & Policy

The Role of Regulatory Impact Assessments in Lawmaking

Why rigorous evidence-based cost-benefit evaluations are critical before passing major legislation.

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The Role of Regulatory Impact Assessments in Lawmaking

Why rigorous evidence-based cost-benefit evaluations are critical before passing major legislation.

This report looks beyond the announcement to explain the systems, trade-offs and unanswered questions at the center of the story.

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The debate surrounding politics & policy is often presented as a contest between competing positions. A closer examination reveals a more practical set of questions.

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