🚨 New in the Journal of Behavioral Finance:

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Co-authored by our Director of Research, Charles Larkin, this study shows how corporate announcements can influence investor behaviour and drive short-term share price swings.

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Senate Ag committee backs five‑year pause on cell‑cultured protein sales, citing safety and study time Senate Bill 124, amended to impose a five‑year moratorium on manufacture, sale and distribution of products containing cell‑cultured protein, received a do‑pass recommendation after proponents cited safety unknowns and the governor’s office supported a temporary pause; opponents urged reliance on federal regulation.

South Dakota's Senate is pushing for a five-year moratorium on cell-cultured protein sales, citing safety concerns and the need for more research—what’s behind this bold move?

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La Vergne workshop orders staff to draft food-truck ordinance after extended debate At a Jan. 6 workshop, the La Vergne Board of Mayor and Aldermen debated restricting food trucks from overlay and commercial districts, discussed enforcement and tax concerns, and directed staff to draft ordinance language for the February meeting.

La Vergne officials are at a crossroads, debating whether to restrict food trucks in commercial areas to boost local businesses and public health—what will they decide?

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Gordon van Welie Steps Down as ISO New England CEO After Three Decades of Leadership Gordon van Welie, long-time CEO of ISO New England, is set to retire at the end of the month after nearly two decades leading the organization responsible for New England's power grid. As he prepares to hand over the reins to COO Vamsi Chadalavada, van Welie has overseen significant changes to the region's electric grid, including the implementation of a capacity market designed to incentivize power plant availability during periods of high demand. With his departure comes anticipation for major updates to the market system that Chadalavada will be tasked with enacting, and van Welie himself has expressed enthusiasm about remaining connected to the industry, citing the need to balance personal life with continued engagement.

Gordon van Welie Steps Down as ISO New England CEO After Three Decades of Leadership #ISONE #EnergySector #ISONewEngland #PowerGrid #UtilityLeadership #RegulatoryPolicy

Policy Committee covered TSCA & NFPA 800 regulatory developments
Andrew Hoover (Redwood Materials): EPA threshold challenges for cathode materials David Regan (Aqua Metals): Federal black mass refining proposal
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Massachusetts House introduces Bill 2415 to regulate dry needling practice House Bill 2415 establishes criteria for practicing dry needling by health care professionals.

Massachusetts is taking a bold step towards regulating dry needling with the introduction of House Bill 2415—find out what this means for health care professionals!

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Regional Grid Operators Accelerate New Resources to Boost Reliability Regional grid operators are responding to growing electricity demands and concerns about system reliability by implementing accelerated programs to bring new resources online. The PJM Interconnection’s Reliability Resource Initiative (RRI) is one example, selecting 51 projects out of an initial 94 submissions aimed at meeting electricity needs between 2028 and 2031. These projects encompass upgrades to existing power plants (natural gas, nuclear, coal, and wind) and new construction, including natural gas, battery storage, and nuclear facilities. The process hasn't been without dissent, highlighting debates around project viability. Similarly, the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) is conducting an Expedited Resource Addition Study to expedite the addition of electricity generation and storage resources to its system. This study, along with actions from the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) through its Expedited Resource Adequacy Study (ERAS), reflects a broader trend among grid operators aiming to address resource adequacy concerns. SPP’s ERAS incorporates a defined timeline and structure, influencing project selection based on the requirements of regional Load Serving Entities (LSEs). Underlying these regional efforts is a heightened focus on grid stability and the utilization of emergency authorities. The Department of Energy (DOE) is leveraging its authority under the Federal Power Act to address potential energy emergencies, signaling the seriousness of the challenges. This coordinated response from regulators and government agencies underscores the urgency of ensuring electricity supply reliability. A key element of SPP's ERAS is the "ERAS Window" for project submissions, shaping the program’s structure. The expedited processes, while designed to bolster grid resilience, have also prompted debate, with dissenting voices questioning the appropriateness of certain project selections.

Regional Grid Operators Accelerate New Resources to Boost Reliability #PJM #GridReliability #EnergySecurity #ResourceAdequacy #PowerPool #RegulatoryPolicy

PJM Welcomes New Member to Board of Managers PJM has welcomed Matthew “Matt” Nelson to its Board of Managers. Members will subsequently vote to fill two remaining vacancies at a future Members Committee meeting. Nelson currently serves as a Principal of Regulatory Strategy at Apex Analytics, LLC, bringing a wealth of experience from previous roles including serving as Chair of the Department of Public Utilities for Massachusetts and as Director of the Electric Power Division within the same department. His background also includes four years in regulatory policy at Eversource, a residential energy provider. Nelson holds a master’s degree in economics from Tufts University and a bachelor’s degree from Stonehill College. He assumes the position previously held by Dean Oskvig, who recently retired. During the May 12th Members Committee meeting, incumbent board members Mark Takahashi and Terry Blackwell did not secure the necessary sector-weighted votes for reelection to three-year terms. PJM President & CEO Manu Asthana expressed gratitude for Takahashi and Blackwell’s long-standing service, acknowledging their effective and gracious contributions over nearly a decade. He also welcomed Nelson to the organization. The Nominating Committee will present additional candidates for the open board positions, with an election to be held during a subsequent Members Committee meeting. Both Takahashi and Blackwell joined the PJM Board in 2016 and actively participated in key committees including Board Governance, Reliability & Security, and Regulatory. Blackwell also held leadership roles with SERC, including serving as chair of its Board and participating in its committees. Oskvig, prior to his retirement, had a distinguished career, including a long tenure at Black & Veatch, and also served on several PJM committees.

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🆕OECD #RegulatoryPolicy Outlook 2025

Economic regulators need to build sufficient capacity to achieve environmental sustainability goals🌿 To date, 47% of economic regulators have not built capacity in this area.

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5/13 EPA's March statement criticized Obama's EPA: "When EPA made the endangerment finding in 2009, the agency did not consider any aspect of the regulations that would flow from it...EPA could not consider future costs when making the finding."
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Chart outlining transparency of primary laws in OECD countries, 2014 and 2024

🆕 OECD #RegulatoryPolicy Outlook 2025

Government transparency in rule-making has generally increased over the past decade.

The OECD #RegulatoryPolicy Outlook outlines how governments can better communicate rule-making to the public.

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Chart outlining stakeholder engagement practices when developing primary laws in OECD countries.

🆕 OECD #RegulatoryPolicy Outlook 2025

Almost all OECD countries require public participation in consultations on some primary laws but only 33% of these provide direct feedback to stakeholders on their input - potentially dissuading future participation.

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Out now 📢 OECD #RegulatoryPolicy Outlook 2025

Drawing on latest insights and data, the Outlook provides a global view on regulatory practices and a pathway for governments to regulate better for people, the planet and the future.

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Complex, burdensome, and poorly enforced regulations can undermine their intended goals.

How can governments design smarter rules that are responsive to society’s needs?

TODAY🕜13:30 CEST📺Join the launch of the OECD #RegulatoryPolicy Outlook 2025 to find out!

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