The WasteWatcher

State and Local Governments Must Stop Restraining Broadband Expansion
States and local governments should remove restrictions on broadband deployment.

What’s Worse than Most Favored Nation – Budget Reconciliation
The Biden administration proposes to recind President Trump's Most Favored Nation Policy.

CMS Provides the Proof – Sec. 1332 Waivers Have Lowered Health Insurance Premium Costs
A CMS report confirms a Trump administration initiative to lower healthcare costs worked spectacularly.

Governor Cuomo’s Bridge Light Show Plans Go Dark
Gov. Andrew Cuomo's (D-N.Y.) is known for his failed schemes to boost the state's economy.

Public Favors Government Drug Negotiations, Until They Learn What It Really Means
Senate Democrats are preparing to move a $3.5 trillion “human infrastructure” bill, but have to find ways to offset the cost.

Broad Senate Support for the Return of Earmarks
Senators have eagerly embraced the return of earmarks, requesting 5,000 of the wasteful projects so far.

Congress’ Spending Spree Hits the Fast Lane
The combined cost of the “traditional” and “human” infrastructure proposals will exceed $4.7 trillion.

At the Pentagon, Legislators Should Stress Increased Efficiency, Not Blank Checks
Legislators must first hold the Pentagon accountable for wasted spending before arguing for a budget increase.

The PRO Act Will Eliminate Freedom of Choice for Workers
Passage of the PRO Act will eliminate the freedom of choice for workers who want to be their own boss.

No Government Price Controls to Pay for Biden’s Gargantuan Spending Bill
Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) wants to use price controls in Medicare Part D to pay for President Biden's extravagant spending.

Democrats in Congress Move Country Closer to Bankruptcy
Democrats want to pass a $4.1 trillion budget, massively expands social welfare programs.

Blast from the Past on Internet Regulations
The Biden Administration Competition Executive Order undermines the competitive internet marketplace.