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Archives: Tax Reform / Articles
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States are the Secret Weapon in the Federal Tax Debate: Jonathan Williams on The Hugh Hewitt Show
Appearing on The Hugh Hewitt Show, ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams discussed the economic implications of the “Big, Beautiful Bill” and the importance of…
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The Ten Golden Rules of Taxation: Jonathan Williams on American Radio Journal
By any rational standard, a government should collect only the revenue it needs to fund core government services with the least amount of damage to the economy. The…
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Rich States Poor States Turns Eighteen: Across the States Special Edition
On a special edition of the Across the States podcast, ALEC Senior Vice President Lee Schalk and ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams sat down to discuss the newest…
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ALEC Legislator Letter: Permanently Extending the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017
To: 119th United States Congress From: The American Legislative Exchange Council and Members of the State Legislatures Dear Members of the 119th United States Congress, On December 31, 2025, several…
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High-Tax States Shouldn’t Socialize Their Policy Costs: Jonathan Williams in Forbes Magazine
Jonathan Williams, ALEC President & Chief Economist, was quoted in a recent piece for Forbes Magazine on how the SALT deduction unfairly forces residents…
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2025 State Wins and the One Big Beautiful Bill: Jonathan Williams on The Hugh Hewitt Show
Appearing on The Hugh Hewitt Show, ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams unpacked recent developments in Medicaid reform, federal tax policy, and state-level…
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Arkansas Ranks Among Top Ten States: Rich States, Poor States on KATV News
KATV in Little Rock spoke to State Secretary of Commerce Hugh McDonald about Arkansas’ 10th place finish in the 18th edition of Rich States, Poor States. LITTLE ROCK, Ark.
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What the New Tax Bill Means for Your Wallet: Jonathan Williams on American Radio Journal
For Americans rightly concerned about the looming expiration of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act—or the Trump tax cuts—the recent effort in Washington to pass one big,…
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The Pro-Taxpayer Formula for Economic Success: Jonathan Williams and Lee Schalk in Governing
Jonathan Williams, ALEC President and Chief Economist, and Lee Schalk, ALEC Senior Vice President of Policy, recently co-authored an op-ed in…
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President Trump’s First 100 Days, Federal Tax Reform, and Education Freedom: Lee Schalk on OAN Weekly Briefing
ALEC Senior Vice President of Policy Lee Schalk appeared on One America News Network’s Weekly Briefing with John Hines to discuss President Trump’s first 100 days, federal tax reform efforts,…
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California Dreamin’ Turns to California Leavin’: Joshua Meyer on The Morning Answer
California’s economic struggles took center stage on AM 1380’s The Morning Answer with Mike & Matt in Sacramento as ALEC Tax and Fiscal Policy Director Joshua…
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Why Some States Soar and Others Stall: Jonathan Williams on The Hugh Hewitt Show
Appearing on The Hugh Hewitt Show, ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams broke down key takeaways from the latest edition of Rich States, Poor States, highlighting what…
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Virginia and Maryland’s Economic Bright Spots and Challenges: Lee Schalk on Fox 5 DC
ARLINGTON, Va. —Maryland and Virginia are falling behind much of the country in economic competitiveness. The newly released Rich States, Poor States report ranks…
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Understanding Rich States, Poor States: Jonathan Williams on The Hugh Hewitt Show
Tax Day marks the release of *Rich States, Poor States*. Jonathan Williams highlights Utah's top ranking, free-market policies, flat taxes, and education freedom.
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Utah Leaders Celebrate 18 years of Best Economic Outlook: Jonathan Williams in Deseret News
In a recent article for the Deseret News, politics reporter Brigham Tomco highlights Utah’s 18-year streak as the state with the best economic outlook, drawing on insights from ALEC…
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Report Highlights Economic Wins for Utah, Multiple Southern States: ALEC in The Center Square
In coverage of the launch of the 18th edition of Rich States, Poor States: ALEC-Laffer State Economic Competitiveness Index, reporter Morgan Sweeney spotlighted national economic trends, New York’s ongoing…
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Mississippi Lays the Foundation to Eliminate Income Tax
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves signed legislation last month to phase out the personal income tax, part of a significant overhaul of Mississippi’s tax system. This measure aims to eliminate the…
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Utah Continues to Lead the Way in Economic Outlook: ALEC on ABC4 News Utah
In coverage of the launch of the 18th edition of Rich States, Poor States: ALEC-Laffer State Economic Competitiveness Index, reporter Yeonseung Kim with anchors Matt Fontes and Alyssa…
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ALEC Policy Champions Increase Flexibility for Workers, Advocate for Taxpayers in Arkansas
ALEC is honored to recognize Arkansas Rep. David Ray, Sen. Ben Gilmore, and Sen. Jim Dotson as ALEC Policy Champions for increasing financial flexibility for workers and advocating for taxpayers…
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States Take the Lead on Fiscal Reform: Jonathan Williams on the Hugh Hewitt Show
States are taking matters into their own hands to ensure efficient governance and responsible budgeting. In a wide-ranging interview, ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams spoke with nationally syndicated…