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TRANSPARENCY POLICIES

We have analyzed 18 important transparency policies. These policies aim to reduce critical public risks and improve government or corporate performance. Some are successful. Many fail.

 

For each policy, we summarize the purpose, legislative history, provisions, politics and dynamics. Click on the policy for a case summary. For a summary view on transparency policies, see the answers to our Frequently Asked Questions. 

 

See our most recent book, Full Disclosure, for a more complete analysis of these policies.

REDUCING RISKS

Investor Risks

Disclosing Corporate Finances to Reduce Risks to Investors

Safer Workplaces

Disclosing Chemical Hazards to Reduce Workplace Health and Safety Risks

Nutrition

Disclosing Nutritional Information to Reduce Chronic Diseases

Sex Offenders

Disclosing Sex Offenders’ Residences to Improve Public Safety

IMPROVING PERFORMANCE

Layoffs and Plant Closings

Disclosing Plant Closings and Layoffs to Reduce Community Disruptions

INTERNATIONAL TRANSPARENCY

Protecting Investors

Harmonizing Disclosure of Corporate Finances to Reduce Risks to Investors

Genetically Modified Foods

Labeling Genetically Modified Foods to Protect Health and the Environment

Infectious Diseases

Disclosing International Infectious Disease Outbreaks to Protect Public Health

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