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The Ohio vs. Michigan Rivalry in Rich States, Poor States: Jonathan Williams on The Hugh Hewitt Show
Hugh Hewitt spoke last week with ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams about latest economic outlook rankings from the 19th edition of Rich States, Poor States:…
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Katherine T. Bennett Testimony in Rhode Island: Ranked Choice Voting
ALEC Process and Procedures Task Force Director Katherine T. Bennett testified before the Rhode Island House State Government and Elections Committee on ranked choice voting and its risks. Read her…
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States Take the Lead in Energy Affordability: April CEO Update
Since so many of us will be spending Easter Sunday worshiping or with our families, I wanted to send this month’s update earlier than usual. In February, during his State…
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ALEC Policy Champion Advances Judicial Deference Reform in Alabama
Alabama is the latest state to meaningfully strengthen the separation of powers with the passage of SB167, a judicial deference reform championed by Sen. Arthur Orr. The legislation, which…
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ALEC Policy Champion Addresses Classroom Distractions by Limiting Student Cell Phone Use in Schools
ALEC is proud to recognize Michigan Rep. Mark Tisdel and colleagues across the Michigan Legislature for their achievement in enacting HB 4141 (Public Act 2 of 2026), which aims…
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Sunshine Week: ALEC Model Policies to Foster Transparency
As America commemorates 250 years of independence, ALEC proudly joins the nation in celebrating Sunshine Week, an initiative dedicated to promoting open government and ensuring public access to information. ALEC…
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New ALEC AI Policy Toolkit Is an Example of Sound State AI Governance
In a recent report published by the American Consumer Institute and the R Street Institute, four ALEC model policies were highlighted as positive examples for states to “resist fear-driven…
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More States Expand Universal School Choice Under Trump Administration: Andrew Handel in The Washington Times
ALEC’s Education and Workforce Development Task Force Director, Andrew Handel, recently discussed school choice with Sean Salai of The Washington Times. The American Legislative Exchange Council, a network of…
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Growing Popularity for School Choice Across the Country: Andrew Handel in Stateline
Last week, Andrew Handel, Director of ALEC’s Education and Workforce Task Force, spoke with Stateline to discuss the school choice boom across the nation. … “So far what we’ve…
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California’s Wealth Tax Gamble: Jonathan Williams on American Radio Journal
This November, Californians may be asked to approve what would be the nation’s first wealth tax, a one-time, perhaps 5% levy on the net worth of billionaires. It…
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A Defining Month in the States: March CEO Update
One year ago this month, I wrote about Vice President J.D. Vance’s address to the Munich Security Conference, where he “exposed the fundamental flaws of European elites.” Two…
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Why States Are Considering Regulated Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy Policies
Legislatures across the country are evaluating structured, state-level approaches to alternative mental health treatments. Currently, treatment options for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are limited. Trauma-focused therapy, the…
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Katherine T. Bennett Testimony in Ohio: Ranked Choice Voting
ALEC Process and Procedures Task Force Director Katherine T. Bennett submitted written testimony to the Ohio Senate General Government Committee on ranked choice voting and its risks. Read her testimony…
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Top States for Domestic Migration and Economic Competitiveness: Jonathan Williams on American Radio Journal
As we reflect upon our 250th year as a nation, migration of the American people has been one of the defining stories. The Pilgrims crossed the Atlantic in…
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Michigan Lawmakers Advance Responsible, Flexible Approach to Limiting Cell Phone Use in Schools
Michigan has taken significant steps toward restoring focus, safety, and academic excellence in K–12 education. With broad bipartisan support, the Legislature recently advanced House Bill 4141, requiring schools to…
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Off to a Fast Start: CEO Update
Just one month into 2026, the ALEC team has already hit the ground running. Like I told a member of our staff earlier this week: I like to think we’re…
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State Legislator of the Month, January 2026: Missouri Rep. Jim Murphy
ALEC is proud to recognize Missouri Rep. Jim Murphy as a State Legislator of the Month. He has served in the Missouri House of Representatives since 2019, representing the 94th…
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Jake Morabito Testimony in New Hampshire: Artificial Intelligence and the Right to Compute
ALEC Senior Director of Policy Jake Morabito submitted written testimony to the New Hampshire House Commerce and Consumer Affairs committee about HB 124 and the research about how new and…
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New ALEC Model Policy Improves School Transitions for Military-Connected Children
For military-connected children, frequent moves and the disruptions that accompany them are a normal fact of life. Over one million American school-aged children have at least one active-duty parent,…
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An Act to Establish a Court Appearance Reminder Program and Reduce Failure to Appear
Section 1. Legislative findings and purpose. The Legislature finds that: (a) Every missed court appearance where a warrant is a consequence costs the government an…