The WasteWatcher
Patients Pay the Ultimate Price for Price Controls
Price controls on pharmaceuticals distort the medical marketplace and will not lower drug prices.
Hochul Doubles Down on Green Bad Deal Policies
Governor Hochul's budget proposal doubles down on ill-advised "Green New Deal" policies.
California's Budget Debacle
Poor planning has put California in a perilous financial position.
House Committees Hold Oversight Hearings on COVID-19 Relief Fraud
Long overdue oversight hearings were finally held in the House of Representatives.
States Should Take the Lead on Fiscal Responsibility in 2023
States should take the lead in restoring fiscal sanity, establishing accountability, and increasing innovation.
Oregon Lawmakers Put Fear Over Facts
Oregon's ban of flavored tobacco products would hurt harm reduction efforts.
Michigan Must Preserve the Freedom to Work
The proposed repeal of Michigan's right-to-work laws imperils worker freedoms.
Data Privacy Day Is a Reminder That a National Framework is Necessary
Data Privacy Day is an opportunity for all Americans and Congress to learn more about protecting the privacy of personal data.
Americans are Still Getting Conned by Certificate of Need Laws
Certificate of need laws increase healthcare costs and reduce access to quality care.
Texas Lawmakers Must Exercise Caution with Spending Surplus
Texas lawmakers will decide how to spend a $32.7 billion budget surplus.
CAGW Responds to Sen. Thune's Broadband Questions
Letter from Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) begins oversight process into broadband spending. Here is CAGW's Response.
A Not So Merry Present from Congress
Just in time for the holidays, Congress passes a $1.7 trillion spending package for FY 2023.