The WasteWatcher
The WasteWatcherPandemic Spending Demonstrates Disconnect in Pentagon's Priorities
Pentagon officials used money provided for pandemic preparedness to support local jobs. This should mark the end of further stimulus funding for the Department of Defense.
The WasteWatcherCanada Just Says No to Drug Importation
The OMB is reviewing the final rule that would allow states to import drugs from Canada.
The WasteWatcherRSC American Worker Report Deserves Consideration in Congress
The Republican Study Committee American Worker Task Force report includes more than 100 recommendations on education, labor, and welfare programs that would eliminate wasteful spending and increase the efficiency of the federal government.
The WasteWatcherMost Favored Nation Policy: Unfavorable to U.S. Pharmaceutical Research
President Trump signed an Executive Order (EO) that implemented the “most favored nation” policy to lower drug costs that has been a topic of controversy since July 24, 2020.
The WasteWatcherThe F-35's $10 Billion Funding Gap
A new report indicates that the JSF will require an additional $10 billion beyond the amount officially claimed by the DoD.
The WasteWatcherHealthcare Transparency: May Not Work as Intended
President Trump's health insurance transparency rule may not accomplish what is intended.
The WasteWatcherTaxpayers Deserve a More Efficient Government
At the end of September 2020, the federal government will have spent more in a single fiscal year than at any time in history.
The WasteWatcherNow Is the Time for Occupational Licensing Reform
During the coronavirus pandemic, states have made changes in occupational licensing laws. However, it is important to discuss reform outside of the pandemic.
The WasteWatcherA Fool’s Errand to Lower Drug Costs?
On August 31, the California state legislature passed, SB 852, The California Affordable Drug Manufacturing Act of 2020, which would allow the state to partner with drug manufacturers to produce their own line of pharmaceuticals.
The WasteWatcherReverse Auctions will Benefit Rural Americans
The FCC's Rural Digital Opportunity Fund reverse auction will provide $16 billion over ten years to help expand broadband to 6 million homes and businesses in unserved areas of the country.
The WasteWatcherSchool Openings based on Science or Science Fiction?
Is Montgomery County, Maryland and its approach to reopening public schools emblematic of many other school districts across the country?
The WasteWatcherAB 5 is a Lose-Lose Situation for Gig Economy Workers and Independent Contractors
Lawmakers have attempted to repeal a bill that hurts gig economy workers and independent contractors. California needs to continue supporting efforts to repeal the bill.
