Won’t somebody please think of the children?!
After meeting with conservative lobbyists and trade group representatives this morning, House Minority Leader John Boehner addressed the media to propose a moratorium on all non-emergency federal regulations. It’s possible, however, that he didn’t think that one through enough. And now Democrats are pouncing.
Over at The Gavel, the Speaker’s office asks, “Which of these proposed federal regulations to protect taxpayers and consumers does Mr. Boehner think is “a great idea” to stop to give “breathing room” to the special interests?”
Her top example: “SAFE CRIBS AND BASSINETS FOR CHILDREN: The Commission is proposing a more stringent safety standard for bassinets and cradles that will further reduce the risk of injury associated with these products.”
She has others too.
TRANSPARENT GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING: The establishment of a free, public, website containing full disclosure of all Federal contract award information.CONSUMER PROTECTIONS FOR AMERICAN AIR TRAVELERS: New action to strengthen the rights of air travelers in the event of oversales, flight cancellations and long delays, and to ensure that passengers have accurate and adequate information to make informed decisions when selecting flights.
Boehner’s plan isn’t just vulnerable to these specific critiques. Polls indicate that the public wants more, not less, corporate regulation.
Brian Beutler
Brian Beutler is TPM's senior congressional reporter. Since 2009, he's led coverage of health care reform, Wall Street reform, taxes, the GOP budget, the government shutdown fight, and the debt limit fight. He can be reached at brian@talkingpointsmemo.com.
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