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Gov reforms

Insights from Gov reforms on administrative reform, deregulation and digital governance in the U.S. and Germany.

Less bureaucracy and more efficiency in public administration are top priorities across modern economies. In the United States, bold reforms are underway to curb the growth of bureaucratic systems, increasingly viewed as a serious challenge to national competitiveness. Whether these efforts succeed or not, they will influence the global conversation on administrative structures, digital governance, and regulatory transformation.

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Past virtual conferences

1st virtual event

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2nd virtual event
Patrick McLaughlin on regulation and deregulation in the U.S.

Our video conference with Patrick McLaughlin about the current discussion in the USA took place on Wednesday, April 2nd from 5 to 6 PM. Patrick McLaughlin is a Research Fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University. His work focused on the economics of regulation and deregulation, and he is widely recognized as one of the world’s leaders in quantifying regulation and estimating its effects on economic growth. He is also an expert on the regulatory process in the United States, and his ideas on improving the regulatory process has been implemented in ten US States.

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3rd virtual event

We are delighted to welcome Patrick McLaughlin, a research fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University, to our videoconference. Patrick is renowned for his expertise in the economics of regulation and deregulation, and for his groundbreaking work on quantifying the impact of regulation on economic growth. His insights have influenced regulatory processes in ten US states.

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4th virtual event

Tuesday 8th of July 2025 We are delighted to welcome Patrick McLaughlin, a research fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University, to our videoconference. Patrick is renowned for his expertise in the economics of regulation and deregulation, and for his groundbreaking work on quantifying the impact of regulation on economic growth. His insights have influenced regulatory processes in ten US states.

As part of the discussion, the episode also touches on the recent Texas flood disaster and its regulatory implications. For further context, we recommend this Wall Street Journal article on the Camp Mystic flooding.

Featured book mentioned in the episode: Abundance by Ezra Klein is a compelling read that expands on many of the ideas discussed — from regulatory reform to the politics of possibility. It’s the perfect companion for anyone curious about the future of governance and growth. 👉 Read Abundance on Amazon

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5th Virtual Event

Monday, 29 September 2025

The fifth episode of Doge Watch examines the rapid shift in regulatory policy and the accelerating pace of deregulation. Strategies that had been under preparation for months are now becoming visible in practice and may significantly reshape the policy landscape.

Since the end of the summer break, a growing number of rules have been paused, revised or withdrawn, particularly in the environmental and health sectors. The episode highlights how monitoring systems indicate that these developments are gaining momentum, and offers a timely perspective on what deregulation could mean for the future of governance and innovation.

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Stay informed about current administrative reform topics in the U.S. and Germany. Our newsletter keeps you informed about key developments, expert insights and upcoming events.

Gov reforms – 03/2025
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Gov reforms – 07/2025