The climate provisions in Governor Hochul’s proposed budget would drive up costs and fail to meet their stated goals.
Alaska Bill Promises Spending Transparency
If passed, HB 86 will give taxpayers greater insight into government spending.
California Declares War on Pork
A new California law threatens to limit Californians’ access to pork and drive up prices nationwide.
New Year, New Laws
New laws taking effect in 2022 include minimum wage hikes, plastic bag taxes, tax reform, and cocktails-to-go.
The Pitfalls of the Reforming Disaster Recovery Act
The Reforming Disaster Recovery Act is a “well-intended” bill that threatens to supplant and undermine the states.
Arkansas Special Session Delivers Tax Win
SB 1 provides the largest tax cut in state history.
Washington D.C.’s Metro Management Is Off the Rails
WMATA’s horrid history of safety violations, cost overruns, and declining ridership demonstrates a need for significant reforms
Wisconsin School Spending Transparency Bill Provides a Model for Other States
Wisconsin’s new school spending transparency allows parents to view how their schools spend money, providing needed oversight.
Three Reforms States Should Consider After the COVID-19 Pandemic
States should reform how they raise revenue, plan better for the future, and relax workforce regulations.
Chicago’s New Budget Contains Harmful Taxes and Unsustainable Programs
Chicago’s new budget raises taxes and pours federal relief funds into unsustainable progams.