Encyclopedia of American Public Policy

Public policy rules our lives, from federal environmental regulations and state testing of doctors to city dog licensing and municipal parking restrictions. Cutting through the complexities of this vast and often misunderstood subject, this unique reference work illuminates important concepts, terms, actors, legislation, and milestones of American public policy.An introductory essay traces policy eras in American historyChronologies in each section highlight key developmentsA comprehensive bibliography and index round out the volume