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The Williams Report
A look at fiscal headlines from statehouses nationwide.
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State of the State: New Mexico
In short, it’s not that things in New Mexico are getting worse; they’re just stuck in low gear. According to ALEC’s Rich States, Poor States, economic performance remains in the bottom third of all states; economic outlook is stuck at 34th place nationally, just one spot better than back in 2010. This lackluster outlook persisted during the energy boom years of 2010-2013. In fact, from 2004-2014, only ten states had lower gross domestic product growth than New Mexico. It’s no surprise that the state experienced negative domestic migration in 2016 for the fourth consecutive year in a row.
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State of the State: Minnesota
Governor Mark Dayton delivered one of his final State of the State addresses in St. Paul. The headlines focused on the frightening moment when the governor fainted, but otherwise…
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State of the State: Nevada
Nevada remains one of the most business-friendly states. The education system is rapidly becoming the envy of the nation. And it’s no surprise that many choose to escape the high-tax regime of California for no-income-tax Nevada. But to stop the slide in economic outlook, Nevadans should reject further cronyism and resist calls for a further erosion of the low-tax environment.
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State of the State: Wyoming
Wyoming not only weathered the storm—it shined.
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West Virginia: Governor Recognizes Problems, but Solutions Fall Short
If delivery and mannerisms accurately convey intentions, West Virginia Governor Justice possesses the best of them. However, his policy prescriptions generally fell short of practical solutions.
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State of the State: South Dakota
South Dakota Governor Dennis Daugaard recently delivered his seventh State of the State address. Though he did not focus heavily on fiscal issues, Daugaard discussed the need to balance…
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State of the State: Washington
Overall, taxes on job creators will harm Washington families.
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State of the State: Alaska
It’s Groundhog Day in Alaska.
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State of the State: Arizona
“The state of our state in 2017, is resilient and strong. Our economy is growing, our schools are improving, and our citizens are succeeding,” thundered Arizona Governor Doug Ducey in…
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State of the State: Mississippi
In his sixth State of the State address, Governor Phil Bryant reminded lawmakers their power is derived from the sovereign taxpayers–a subtle reference to the philosophy of John Locke. The address…
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The Williams Report
State Budgets Arkansas: State of the State ALEC applauds Governor Hutchinson’s eagerness to pursue pro-growth economic reform in Arkansas. Arizona: Education is The “Centerpiece” Of Governor Ducey’s New…
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State of the State: Georgia
Though much improved over five years ago, the current economic situation in Georgia is anything but peachy. In the annual State of the State Address, Governor Nathan Deal discussed his…
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State of the State: Nebraska
Halfway through his four-year term, Governor Pete Ricketts recently delivered his State of the State address in Lincoln, Nebraska. He focused heavily on the need to increase government efficiency,…
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State of the State: Connecticut
“In a time of scarce state resources, are we spending this money in the best way possible?”
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State of the Commonwealth: Virginia
While not facing problems of the same magnitude as states like New York or Connecticut, the Old Dominion certainly faces some challenges. In four short years, Virginia has slipped from…
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State of the State: Colorado
The governor wasted no time Thursday evening demanding more dollars be squeezed from the wallets of Colorado taxpayers.
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Condition of the State: Iowa
Iowa Governor Terry Branstad, the longest-serving governor in American history, delivered the Condition of the State address three days into Iowa’s 2017 legislative session. Branstad was recently chosen by…
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State of the State: North Dakota
In a balmy 3 degrees Fahrenheit, North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum delivered his first State of the State address in Bismarck on January 3. Burgum was sworn into office…
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Tax and Fiscal Policy Academy for Newly-Elected State Legislators
The event took place November 28-30 in Washington, D.C. with 20 legislative attendees from around the country.