When President Joe Biden signed into law the misnamed Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the legislation was immediately touted as the largest investment ever in green energy. It favored renewables over fossil and nuclear power as part of the administration’s Green New Deal agenda, but it was not the first time the government picked winners and […]
This Week in Waste – April 4, 2025
This Week in Waste highlights how taxpayer dollars are being wasted and efforts to fight government waste.
SCOTUS Delivers a Blow to the Regulatory State
Chevron deference is overturned by the Supreme Court in its ruling in favor of Loper Bright Enterprises.
New York Declares War on Gas
The state adopted a ban on the use of natural gas in new construction.
Maryland Mistakenly Follows California’s Ban on Gas-Powered Cars
Gov. Moore’s directive seeks to force Marylanders to move to electric vehicles sooner than they may be ready to.
El Paso Voters Should Reject Climate Charter
El Pasoans should reject an effort to adopt a “climate charter” for the city.
Hochul Doubles Down on Green Bad Deal Policies
Governor Hochul’s budget proposal doubles down on ill-advised “Green New Deal” policies.
California Bans Gas-Powered Cars
A new rule promulgated by the California Air Resources Board bans the sale of new gas powered cars in the state after 2035.
The Inflation Reduction Act Is a Fiscal Disaster
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 will raise taxes, increase spending, and prolong both inflation and the recession.
Florida Should Move Forward with Net Metering Reform
The Florida legislature should take steps to bring solar power into the open market as an equal participant.