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Lee Schalk Testimony on Proposed Arkansas TABOR Amendment
Lee Schalk, ALEC Senior Vice President of Policy, testified before the Arkansas House Committee on State Agencies and Governmental Affairs sharing ALEC’s research regarding…
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Idaho Moving Quickly to Prevent Meritless Lawsuits with Anti-SLAPP Bill
Idaho has made significant progress in adopting anti-SLAPP legislation, an essential safeguard against meritless and retaliatory lawsuits. SB 1001, introduced in the Idaho Senate in mid-January, will ensure that…
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Civil Justice Reform in Georgia: Nino Marchese & Mark Behrens on ALEC TV
Georgia’s legislature, under Governor Brian Kemp’s leadership, has unveiled a bold package of tort and civil litigation reforms aimed at addressing what many see as a growing crisis of lawsuit…
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From Tax Flight to Economic Growth: Jonathan Williams on American Radio Journal
As Washington, DC hums with debate overextending the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 — the Trump tax cuts — and slashing wasteful spending through the…
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The UK’s War on Privacy is a Warning for America
The United Kingdom is out of control. Not only are they putting people in prison for their Facebook posts, but now they are forcing Apple to provide unfettered access to…
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Nebraska Looks to Increase Government Accountability and Transparency
Regulatory reforms have emerged as a key issue in 2025 as D.O.G.E. leads federal efforts to boost government efficiency. The momentum in Washington, D.C. is growing, and states are now…
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West Virginia and Oklahoma Make Energy and Permitting Reform Top Priorities for 2025
America’s demand for energy continues to grow, especially during the winter months when the need for reliable, affordable energy puts significant strain on infrastructure, grids, and family checkbooks. Now is…
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Health Care Price Transparency Is Having a Michigan Moment
This week, Michigan moved closer to joining a growing number of states that have enacted healthcare price transparency policies on a bipartisan basis. SB 95, sponsored by Senator Jonathan…
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The German Elections: German Efficiency in Action
I had the privilege of observing the German Federal Election on Sunday, February 23, with a delegation of interested Americans assembled by the Hanns Seidel Stiftung, a think tank…
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Medicaid Expansion: A Costly Gamble for the States
In addition to the regular federal funding for state Medicaid programs, the Affordable Care Act provided states that expanded their Medicaid populations with the funding to do so. While it…
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ALEC Policy Champions Deliver Universal Education Freedom in Wyoming
ALEC is proud to recognize Wyoming Speaker of the House Chip Nieman, Representative Ocean Andrew, and Senate President Bo Biteman as Policy Champions for their outstanding leadership in passing HB…
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Examining America’s Economic Future: Jonathan Williams on the Hugh Hewitt Show
Last Friday, ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams joined Hugh Hewitt on his radio show to assess the ongoing battle to extend the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA)…
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States Embracing DOGE Efforts: Jonathan Williams in CNN
ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams spoke with Arit John from CNN about the latest efforts being taken across the states who improving government…
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March CEO Update
At this pivotal moment in history, the world is watching as America rediscovers its footing. Watching as we step from the path of centralized control and diminishing freedoms to reclaim…
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Caroline Harris Davila
Representative Caroline Harris Davila proudly serves Texans in House District Fifty-Two. Born and raised in Round Rock, Caroline is a lifelong Texan who understands and champions Texan values. Elected at…
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Resolution Supporting Devolution of Power from the U.S. Department of Education to the States
WHEREAS, the Tenth Amendment to the United States Constitution reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states, and education is not enumerated as a responsibility of the…
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Limiting Student Use of Cell Phones in K-12 Classrooms
Section 1. Definitions. (A) “Instructional time” is time during which students are participating in an approved course, curriculum, or other educationally-related activity under the direction of a teacher. The term…
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Defending Free Speech: ALEC’s Response to Proposed Amicus Brief Disclosure Rules
In the American Legislative Exchange Council’s (ALEC’s) most recent efforts to protect free speech and civic participation, we recently submitted a federal public comment opposing the proposed amendments to…
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State Legislator of the Month, February 2025: Michigan Speaker of the House Matt Hall
We are thrilled to recognize Michigan Speaker of the House Matt Hall as the State Legislator of the Month for February. Hall has been a driving force in expanding Michigan’s…