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June 14, 2024

Thickening the Flak Jacket: Strategies for Successful Public Consultation in Regulation

In this Voices article, Ginny Hanrahan discusses the importance of thorough preparation for public consultations in regulatory work. It highlights the need for keeping regulatory tools updated and relevant in a rapidly changing world, using public input to shape effective regulations. Key challenges include new technologies, diversity requirements, and remote working impacts. Effective consultation involves careful planning, stakeholder engagement, and balancing diverse perspectives.

Artificial intelligence, Diversity and Inclusion, Policy Development, Public Consultation, Regulation Preparation, Regulatory Tools, Regulatory Work, Stakeholder Engagement

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Insight

What is the meaning of regulation? Why does it exist? Who does it affect, and how? We look at the broader issues surrounding regulation and licensing.

Artificial intelligence, Diversity and Inclusion, Policy Development, Public Consultation, Regulation Preparation, Regulatory Tools, Regulatory Work, Stakeholder Engagement

June 14, 2024

Thickening the Flak Jacket: Strategies for Successful Public Consultation in Regulation

In this Voices article, Ginny Hanrahan discusses the importance of thorough preparation for public consultations in regulatory work. It highlights the need for keeping regulatory tools updated and relevant in a rapidly changing world, using public input to shape effective regulations. Key challenges include new technologies, diversity requirements, and remote working impacts. Effective consultation involves careful planning, stakeholder engagement, and balancing diverse perspectives.

Government Red Tape, Occupational Regulation, Public Policy, Public Safety, Regulatory Overreach, Wrong-Touch Regulation

May 28, 2024

Wrong-touch regulation: The consequences of regulatory overreach

In this Voices article, Harry Cayton explores the pitfalls of regulatory overreach, highlighting how excessive regulation can strip us of our decision-making autonomy and personal responsibility. He argues that an overabundance of regulation can be just as detrimental as a lack of it.

Academic Publishing, Ethical Research Practices, Harry Cayton, Regulatory Frameworks, Research Integrity, Scientific Fraud, Scientific Misconduct

April 23, 2024

Trust on trial: Navigating the murky waters of scientific integrity

As fraudulent research papers flood academic journals, the sanctity of scientific discovery is under siege, challenging the very foundation of trust we place in peer-reviewed publications. With AI now both a tool for creating and detecting such deceptions, the urgency for a robust, independent regulatory framework in scientific publishing has never been greater.

Dia Gainor, EMS, EMS Compact, EMS Regulation, EMS Workforce Mobility, NASEMSO, National Association of State EMS Officials

March 25, 2024

Regulating the world of emergency medical services (EMS)

The National Association of State EMS Officials (NASEMSO) is the United States’ lead national organization for emergency medical services (EMS). In a recent interview, NASEMSO Executive Director Dia Gainor talked about the origins of the association, how EMS is regulated in the U.S., and the work it is doing to develop evidence-based guidance for EMTs and paramedics. She also talks about the creation of the EMS Compact to enable workforce mobility and make it easier for ambulatory service providers to work across state lines.

Chevron doctrine, Court review, Judicial deference, Legal oversight, Legal principles, Regulatory authority, Regulatory challenges, Supreme Court

March 19, 2024

Do regulators deserve deference?

In a pivotal moment for regulatory law, the U.S. Supreme Court's review of the Chevron doctrine could redefine the bounds of deference courts give to regulatory agencies, potentially inviting more challenges to their authority. This critical examination strikes at the heart of longstanding legal principles, signaling a significant shift in the landscape of regulatory oversight and its interpretation by the judiciary.

Chief Information Officers, Cybersecurity, Digital Government, Digital transformation, Doug Robinson, IT Modernization, NASCIO, Public Sector Strategy, State Government, State IT Leadership, Technology Innovation

February 23, 2024

Navigating the digital frontier: Insights from NASCIO’s Doug Robinson on state IT leadership and innovation

In our conversation with Doug Robinson, Executive Director of NASCIO, he sheds light on the transformative journey of state IT from its mainframe origins to its current role in driving government excellence through technology leadership and collaboration.

Compassionate regulation, Complaints, Denis Murphy, Regulation, Zubin Austin

January 17, 2024

Why do we talk about kindness in regulation?

Why have kindness and compassion emerged as major topics of discussion in the world of regulation over the past several years? In this article, we explore what kindness could mean in the context of regulation and the reason some regulators want to make it a priority in their day-to-day work.

Accountability, AI, Compassionate regulation, Harry Cayton

January 10, 2024

From Frankenstein to Siri: Accountability in the era of automation

As AI advances in sectors from health care to engineering, who will be held accountable if it causes harm? And as human decision-makers are replaced by algorithms in more situations, what will happen to uniquely human variables like empathy and compassion? Harry Cayton explores these questions in his latest article.

Harry Cayton, Regulation, Risk management

December 15, 2023

Regulating joy: The risky business of festivities

In his final Voices article of 2023, Harry Cayton reflects on our enthusiasm for participating in cultural festivities that often cause injuries or even deaths, which has led some governments to attempt to regulate these risky celebrations.

AI, Anna van der Gaag, Compassionate regulation, Data analytics, DEI, Harry Cayton, Health Care, Internationally educated, labor shortages, Marie Bismark, Martin Fletcher, Regulation, Rick Borges, Zubin Austin

December 12, 2023

Ascend contributors reflect on top themes of 2023 and what challenges lie ahead in 2024

We caught up with our past and present contributors to ask their thoughts on the top issues, challenges, and themes that defined regulation and professional licensure in 2023 as well as their predictions for what could lie ahead in 2024. Here’s what they had to say.

Criminal Justice Reform, Cryptocurrency, Digital Government, Internationally educated, Interstate compacts, labor shortages, License Portability, Licensing Reform, military, Regulation, U.S.

December 6, 2023

Year in Review: Ascend Magazine’s top 10 themes of 2023

What common threads ran through the biggest stories in regulation over the course of 2023? What were the year's biggest, most impactful developments? We answer this and more in our Year in Review.

AI, Climate Change, Digital Government, Regulation, U.K., U.S.

November 29, 2023

Ascend Radio guests weigh in on tomorrow’s regulator

How can new technology enable the regulator of the future to improve its work in protecting the public interest? What challenges does the future hold for regulatory bodies? Ascend Radio guests share their thoughts.

Artificial intelligence, Compassionate regulation, Data analytics, Regulation, Regulators, Rick Borges, risk-based regulation

November 22, 2023

Building my regulator of tomorrow with LEGO® bricks

What should the regulator of tomorrow look like? While there may be no definitive vision, contributor Rick Borges gets creative with answering this important question, drawing inspiration from a favorite toy to 'build' a model of an effective future regulator.

Harry Cayton, Regulation

November 15, 2023

‘Thin’ and ‘thick’ rules of regulation: Cayton reviews Daston’s history of what we live by

Lorraine Daston explores fascinating examples of rulemaking throughout history in her new book, ‘Rules: A Short History of What We Live By.' In this article, Harry Cayton discusses what regulators can learn from Daston's work.

Australia, Performance Measurement, Regulation, Regulatory Excellence, U.K., U.S.

October 31, 2023

How do regulators measure their performance around the world?

To what extent is it possible for regulators to measure their impact on the fields they regulate? How can they be held to account for their performance and guided toward better outcomes? In this article, we explore how performance measurement frameworks are used around the world to assess regulatory effectiveness and drive improvement.

Banking, Finance, Regulation, Rick Borges

October 18, 2023

Regulation in financial services: Is it more effective 15 years after the global financial crisis?

The lessons learned in the aftermath of the 2008-09 global financial crisis led to changes in regulation around the world. Fifteen years after the onset of the crisis, Rick Borges reflects on the effectiveness of regulatory measures put in place to prevent a similar catastrophe from occurring in the future.

SPECIAL REPORT

Updated: A breakdown of all interstate licensing compacts

The Week in Brief is your weekly snapshot of regulatory news and what's happening in the world of professional licensing, government technology, and public policy.
This week in regulatory news: ABA approves alternate licensure pathways, prospects grow for WHA to approve updated WHO emergency rules, a look at the future of UK AI regulation, and more.

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Regulatory Licensing

Insight Process

Goals-based Regulation

A look at common approaches to regulation

While there are a wide range of approaches to regulation, broadly speaking, three common approaches prevail – rules-based (prescriptive), goals-based, and management-based regulation. In this article, we break down these three common approaches and take a look at their benefits and challenges.

Goals-based Regulation Management-based Regulation Regulation Rules-based Regulation

Insight Voices

Artificial intelligence

Thickening the Flak Jacket: Strategies for Successful Public Consultation in Regulation

In this Voices article, Ginny Hanrahan discusses the importance of thorough preparation for public consultations in regulatory work. It highlights the need for keeping regulatory tools updated and relevant in a rapidly changing world, using public input to shape effective regulations. Key challenges include new technologies, diversity requirements, and remote working impacts. Effective consultation involves careful planning, stakeholder engagement, and balancing diverse perspectives.

Artificial intelligence Diversity and Inclusion Policy Development Public Consultation Regulation Preparation Regulatory Tools Regulatory Work Stakeholder Engagement

Podcast

David Benton

NCSBN’s David Benton reflects on leadership, retirement, and the future of nursing regulation: Ascend Radio

In this episode of Ascend Radio, David Benton, CEO of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN), reflects on his impending retirement, his eight years of work with the organization, its value to the field of nursing in the U.S. and abroad, and much more.

David Benton Featured Health Care Licensing Reform NCSBN Nursing Professional Licensing

In Brief Regulatory News

AI

California establishes licensing rules for crypto companies, kiosks: Weekly regulatory news

The Week in Brief is your weekly snapshot of regulatory news and what's happening in the world of professional licensing, government technology, and public policy.
This week in regulatory news, California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs legislation that will create licensing rules for cryptocurrency companies and kiosks, the World Health Organization publishes guidelines on regulating AI to improve quality of service in health care, and more.

AI Alberta Art Therapy California Cryptocurrency Digital Government EMS Health Care Licensing Reform Maryland Nursing Oklahoma Pennsylvania Professional Licensing Regulation Sexual misconduct Yukon

In Brief Regulatory News

Alaska

Virginia approves universal license recognition: Weekly regulatory news

The Week in Brief is your weekly snapshot of regulatory news and what's happening in the world of professional licensing, government technology, and public policy.
This week in regulatory news, Virginia approves universal licensure legislation, Alaska makes it easier for licensed professionals who move to the state to get to work faster, France passes stringent licensing rules for crypto firms, and much more.

Alaska Cryptocurrency DEI Education France Health Care Regulation labor shortages Licensing Reform Professional Licensing Regulation Tennessee Texas U.S. Universal Licensure Virginia

Insight Voices

Artificial intelligence

Building my regulator of tomorrow with LEGO® bricks

What should the regulator of tomorrow look like? While there may be no definitive vision, contributor Rick Borges gets creative with answering this important question, drawing inspiration from a favorite toy to ‘build’ a model of an effective future regulator.

Artificial intelligence Compassionate regulation Data analytics Regulation Regulators Rick Borges risk-based regulation

Insight International Policy Voices

COVID-19

‘New normal’ asks us to question original regulatory requirements

The global pandemic has introduced a number of changes to regulation and licensing around the world. But are they permanent? And if regulatory requirements were loosened, were they even necessary in the first place? In this Voices column, leading regulatory authority Harry Cayton explores the pandemic’s impact on regulation.

COVID-19 pandemic Professional Licensing Regulation

Insight International Policy Voices

Finance

‘The people piece’: The key role of people in regulatory transformation

Regulatory transformation is not only about changing an organization’s technology and processes; it is also about empowering and engaging its people throughout the journey. In this article, Rick Borges looks at the key role that people play as enablers of regulatory transformation.

Finance Regulation Regulatory Transformation U.K.

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