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Governor Walker’s State of the State: “Getting positive things done for the people of Wisconsin”
Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker delivered his 8th State of the State address in Madison, highlighting his “ambitious agenda” for the 2018 legislative session. Major areas of focus include education,…
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Legislator of the Week: Virginia Delegate Kathy Byron
This week, ALEC and FreedomWorks introduce Virginia Delegate Kathy Byron. Delegate Byron has been a member of the Virginia House of Delegates, representing the 22nd legislative district, since being…
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Trouble in Paradise: Hawaii Governor Ige Acknowledges Livability Concerns
The governor took note of several pressing concerns—energy, affordable housing, education, and income growth. However, many of his solutions threaten to aggravate the underlying problems.
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North Dakota State of the State: A Hands-Off Approach Working for Economy
In his second State of the State Address, North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum declared, “The State of the State is one of unlimited promise and potential, provided that we…
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Illinois State of the State: “We cannot tax and borrow our way into prosperity”
Governor Bruce Rauner focused largely on the financial stress plaguing Illinois during his 2018 State of the State Address and Budget Address. The Land of Lincoln is one…
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New Mexico State of the State: Governor Applauds Economic Diversification and Pushes for Comprehensive Tax Reform
The governor’s proposals for comprehensive tax reform, economic diversification, infrastructure spending prioritization, and education reform can generate longer-term opportunities. However, additional changes are needed. The state’s tort system and worker’s compensation costs remain economic drags. The relative lack of tax and expenditure limits and 8th highest number of state employees per capita contribute to a bloated state government.
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Utah State of the State: Acting Today with the Future in Mind
Even with the modest changes to property taxes and a possible increase in the gas tax, Utah’s overall pro-business status remains unrivaled. Economic growth and jobs growth over 10 years are 5th highest and 3rd highest, respectively. Perhaps Utah has indeed “become that shining city on a hill for our nation.”
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Pennsylvania Gov. Wolf’s Calls for Progress with “a Push”
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf’s Budget Address contained a strong undercurrent of authoritarianism. Progress, as defined by the governor’s dictionary, can sometimes “require a push.” Agenda items within the speech reveal…
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Washington State of the State: Governor Inslee Repeats Demand for Destructive Carbon Tax
In addition to a massive carbon tax, Governor Inslee called for workforce development initiatives, healthcare regulations, and myriad new social regulations. In aggregate, this big government agenda would impede the business climate and economic growth of the state.
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Legislator of the Week: Nebraska State Senator Jim Smith
This week, ALEC and FreedomWorks introduce Nebraska State Senator Jim Smith. Senator Smith was elected in 2010 to represent the 14th Nebraska legislative district. He is the chairman…
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As Second Chance Month Draws to a Close, Prison Reentry Initiatives Continue to Gain Traction
On March 30th, President Trump proclaimed April to be Second Chance month for those with a criminal history. This week the U.S. House Judiciary Committee is expected to mark up…
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Legislator of the Week: California State Senator Joel Anderson
Legislator of the Week: California State Senator Joel Anderson This week, ALEC and FreedomWorks introduce California State Senator Joel Anderson. Senator Anderson spent 4 years of service in…
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New Hampshire State of the State Address
One of the youngest governors in the nation, Governor Chris Sununu, recently delivered his second State of the State address. He focused on New Hampshire’s unique strengths and commented,…
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2018 State Economic Competitiveness Rankings Reveal Upward Standings tied to Federal Tax Reform
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Anna Tarnawski atarnawski@alec.org 973-879-2273 Arlington, VA (April 17, 2018) — The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) today released the much anticipated…
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New Jersey Inauguration: Governor Murphy Claims the Moral High Ground in Bid to Expand Government
Governor Murphy failed to recognize that those on the other side of the aisle may share the same ultimate policy outcome goals—justice, fairness, and growth—albeit with far different policy preferences. This threatens to block pragmatic bipartisan progress on numerous pressing issues.
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Firing Blanks: Why the Current Focus on Guns in Schools Won’t Solve the School Safety Debate
After every school shooting tragedy, the same gun debates rage in America, pitting gun control advocates against Second Amendment supporters. But this frequently-heated debate unfortunately overshadows solutions that might bring…
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Joffe: Florida Leads The Way on Budget Transparency with Municipal XBRL
By Marc Joffe @ Reason Foundation Spiraling pension costs and several municipal bankruptcies have heightened interest in local government financial conditions. Unfortunately, municipalities and special districts are…
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Governor Malloy Redefines “Fair”
In his final state of the state address, Connecticut Governor Dannel Malloy sidestepped the majority of the fiscal and economic issues plaguing the state in favor of paying lip service…
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ALEC Submits Amicus Brief to Fight against Online Sales Tax
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Anna Tarnawski atarnawski@alec.org 973-879-2273 Arlington, VA (April 04, 2018) – The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) today submitted an Amicus Brief…
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Brief Amicus Curiae: South Dakota v. Wayfair, Inc., Et Al.
Pursuant to Supreme Court Rule 37, the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) respectfully submits this brief amicus curiae in support of Respondents Wayfair, Inc., et al. The American Legislative Exchange…