Rich States, Poor States - 15th Edition
The Economic Outlook Ranking in the 15th Edition of Rich States Poor States is a forecast based on a state’s current standing in 15 state policy variables. Each of these factors is influenced directly by state lawmakers through the legislative process. Generally speaking, states that spend less — especially on income transfer programs — and states that tax less — particularly on productive activities such as working or investing — experience higher growth rates than states that tax and spend more.
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ALEC in the Washington Times: Rising fuel costs lead to higher food prices, ‘shrinkflation’
By Sean Salai – The Washington Times Wednesday, May 25, 2022 What’s the opposite of a bargain? Consumers are finding out as they increasingly spend more to get less amid record-high inflation. With…
ALEC on Talkback Radio: Americans Ask Who is in Control of our U.S. Forest Service, Arsonists?
Karla Jones, ALEC’s Senior Task Force Director for Federalism and International Relations, was a featured guest on Talkback Radio Show with host Chuck Wilder this week talking about her recent guest column in…
Fiscal Rules: An Important Step on the Path to Responsible Fiscal Policy
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ALEC on FOX NEWS Digital: Renewable energy dependence could lead to rolling blackouts in Michigan this summer
Michigan could experience rolling blackouts this summer as renewable energy sources struggle to keep up with demand Published May 24, 2022 2:07am EDT By Michael Lee | Fox News Electrical-grid operators are warning…