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Christian Whittle
Christian Whittle is the Editor and Research Director for ALEC. He coordinates with ALEC’s various task forces and centers to produce articles, newsletters, op-eds, and yearly reports advancing the principles…
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States Are Chomping At The Bit To Overhaul America’s Broken Education System: Lisa B. Nelson and Patricia Rucker in The Daily Caller
ALEC CEO Lisa B. Nelson and ALEC National Chair & West Virginia State Senator Patricia Rucker co-authored an op-ed in The…
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States Set on Medicaid Reforms
Medicaid is one of the fastest-growing areas of federal expenditures and makes up close to a third of most state budgets. With Medicaid expansion costs ballooning past expectations, many…
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The Future of the SALT Deduction: Jonathan Williams in The Epoch Times
ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams spoke with Emel Akan of The Epoch Times about the fate of the SALT deduction cap as…
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State Legislators of the Month, March 2025: Pennsylvania Representatives Seth Grove, Eric Nelson, and Barb Gleim
ALEC is proud to recognize Pennsylvania Representatives Seth Grove, Eric Nelson, and Barb Gleim as our March 2025 State Legislators of the Month. Their teamwork, strategic outreach, and deep commitment…
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Hope Timoll
Hope Timoll is the Media Relations Coordinator at the American Legislative Exchange Council. She works with the media to advance ALEC’s work promoting limited government, free markets, and federalism. Before…
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Tesla Attacks, SpaceX Rescue, and More: 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 the Tesla arson attack in Las Vegas,…
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How Trump’s Executive Order Could Reshape America’s Schools: Andrew Handel on Rod & Greg
In a significant policy move, the Trump administration has announced plans to dismantle the Department of Education, shifting responsibilities to the states. ALEC Education…
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A Win for Free Speech on Campus in Idaho
Idaho has secured another free speech win this month by passing the Protecting Campus Free Speech in Higher Education Act. This legislation, once signed into law,…
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Trump’s Education Overhaul Empowers States to Lead the Way: Jonathan Williams on The Hugh Hewitt Show
Arlington, VA—President Donald Trump’s executive order, signed Thursday night to dismantle the Department of Education has sparked a national conversation about the future of schooling. ALEC President and Chief Economist…
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Germany’s Political Shift: An ALEC Women’s Leadership Episode
Arlington, VA – Germany’s recent election drew an 82% voter turnout – a number unheard of here in the States. The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and Christian Social Union (CSU) sister…
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Patients Win as Wyoming Repeals Its Last CON Law
The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement has inspired many policymakers to look at ways they can help Americans be healthier. While most of the MAHA policies focus on…
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DOGE Efforts Look Different in the States: Jonathan Williams in Pluribus News
As federal agencies face sweeping reforms under Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), states across the country are pursuing their own versions of the initiative—often without the flashy branding.
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ALEC Applauds President Trump’s Executive Order to Dissolve the Department of Education
Arlington, VA – The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) announced their support today for President Trump’s Executive Order to dissolve the Department of Education. “President Trump’s bold vision to shrink the…
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Department of Education, Tax Cuts & Jobs Act, and the Economy: Jonathan Williams on One America News
In a recent interview with One America News (OAN) anchor John Hines, ALEC President Jonathan Williams shared his thoughts on the Department of Education bureaucracy, how…
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Restoring Decision-Making Power Over America’s Schools To The States: ALEC In The News Roundup
Arlington, VA—On March 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, signaling a dramatic shift in federal education policy. In this new…
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Purple Star Schools: How State Legislators Are Supporting Military-Connected Students
Legislators in Alabama, Arkansas, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, and New York are currently considering legislation to implement or expand Purple Star School programs in their states. These programs are designed to…
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Karla Jones Testimony on Maryland’s Security Needs
Last month Karla Jones, ALEC Vice President for the Center for International Freedom, testified before the Maryland House Health and Government Operations Committee explaining…
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Idaho And Wyoming Embracing Universal School Choice: Andrew Handel in American Family News
In a growing trend across the U.S., Idaho and Wyoming have become the latest states to adopt universal school choice programs, marking a significant expansion of educational…
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Threats to Donor Privacy in 2025
Donor privacy, a cornerstone of free speech, is under attack across the country. According to a memo released by the People United for Privacy Foundation, 34 states currently face…