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On a Search for a Regulation Reduction Act (RRA)

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Ambitious regulatory standards can stimulate innovation and competitiveness Complexity of regulation is perceived as a burden for firms Debate on regulation versus competitiveness is inconclusive Need for metrics to assess the notion of complex/sophisticated regulation Smart regulation based on systematic ex post evaluation with review clauses might be a path to explore

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  • Béatrice Dumont, 2024. "On a Search for a Regulation Reduction Act (RRA)," EconPol Forum, CESifo, vol. 25(06), pages 05-09, November.
    • Handle: RePEc:ces:epofor:v:25:y:2024:i:06:p:05-09
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