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State Legislator of the Month, September 2025: Montana Rep. Kerri Seekins-Crowe and Sen. Ken Bogner
We are pleased to announce Montana Sen. Ken Bogner and Rep. Kerri Seekins-Crowe as the ALEC State Legislators of the Month for September 2025. Serving as State Chairs for Montana,…
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Free Market Reforms Revive Ohio: Jonathan Williams on the Hugh Hewitt Show
When ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams joins Hugh Hewitt’s radio show, the banter usually starts with a rivalry – Williams pulling for Michigan, Hewitt touting Ohio.
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Taxpayers Deserve A Return On Their Investment: Iowa Sen. Kara Warme
For Iowa State Senator Kara Warme, public service began with a belief that families deserve a voice in shaping the future of their state. A mom of two teenage…
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Equal Campus Access Act Introduced in U.S. Senate
Late last week, Senators James Lankford (R-OK) and Tim Scott (R-SC) reintroduced the Equal Campus Access Act in the U.S. Senate. This bill was first introduced in 2023…
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Strengthening American Principles and Empowering States: Lee Schalk on NewstalkSTL
Amid challenging times and recent tragedies following the death of Charlie Kirk, debates over free speech, education reform, and policy innovation continue across the states. In times like…
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Rule #1 to Protect Kids Online: Parents Are in Charge
A new book from a prominent American psychologist and academic underscores the leading role for parents and caregivers in protecting children from harms online, echoing ALEC model policy solutions that…
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Why Louisiana’s Economy Is on the Rise: Jonathan Williams on Mornings with Brian Haldane
On WBRZ’s Mornings with Brian Haldane, ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams highlighted the major reforms Louisiana has been implementing to fuel its economic…
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Belarus Flexes Its Diplomatic and Strategic Muscles after Another Sham Election
Belarus’ longtime authoritarian ruler Alexander Lukashenko was in his element at this week’s Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, China where he met with Xi Jinping who described the…
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Louisiana’s Return to Glory: Jonathan Williams on the Moon Griffon Show
States across America are proving that the best ideas don’t come from Washington, but from state capitols where leaders are closest to the people. Bold reforms, innovative policies, and a…
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Reining in the Regulators: Oklahoma Sen. Michael Bergstrom at the ALEC Annual Meeting
Oklahoma State Senator Michael Bergstrom has been attending ALEC Annual meetings for years. Recognized as a Policy Champion just a few months ago, he successfully carried two…
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The Louisiana Comeback Story: Jonathan Williams on American Radio Journal
Economic turnarounds do not happen by accident. They’re the result of difficult choices, sometimes unpopular with special interest groups, but always grounded in the simple truth that incentives…
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Bring the Youngest Victims Home in Russia’s War against Ukraine
In advance of President Donald Trump’s meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska, last week, First Lady Melania Trump penned a letter to the Russian leader urging him…
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New ALEC Model Policies from the 52nd Annual Meeting
Last month, ALEC wrapped up its 52nd Annual Meeting in Indianapolis, Indiana—an event that brought together over 1,600 attendees, including close to 500 state lawmakers from nearly all 50 states.
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Marching Toward Zero: Arkansas Senator Jim Dotson at the ALEC Annual Meeting
When Arkansas broke into the top 10 of ALEC’s Rich States, Poor States economic outlook rankings for the first time, State Sen. Jim Dotson called it “an awesome thing.”…
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Regulations, Taxes, and Medical Transparency: ALEC in The Center Square
Ashley Olds from The Center Square recently covered ALEC’s 52nd Annual Meeting in Indianapolis with a focus on key policy discussions including ESG investing, tax regulations, and medical…
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State Legislators of the Month, July 2025: Indiana Speaker Todd Huston, Sen. Jim Buck, Sen. Linda Rogers, and Rep. Heath VanNatter
We are honored to recognize Indiana Speaker Todd Huston, Sen. Jim Buck, Sen. Linda Rogers, and Rep. Heath VanNatter as our July 2025 State Legislators of the Month. Each of…
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America’s Comeback Starts in the States: CEO Update
What an unforgettable week in Indianapolis. Our 52nd Annual Meeting was not just another conference. It was a bold demonstration of the power of the states and the incredible momentum…
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Statement from ALEC CEO Lisa B. Nelson on the Passing of Victor Schwartz
Arlington, VA – ALEC CEO Lisa B. Nelson released the following statement on the passing of Victor Schwartz: We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of…
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Indiana’s Universal School Voucher System Spotlighted: ALEC in Indiana Capital Chronicle
Casey Smith of the Indiana Capital Chronicle recently covered an education panel at ALEC’s 52nd Annual Meeting, where state leaders explored Indiana’s trailblazing universal school voucher program and…
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ALEC Leaders Unite in Indianapolis Discussing America’s Future: Jonathan Williams on The Hugh Hewitt Show
Appearing on The Hugh Hewitt Show, ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams discussed all the updates from the ALEC Annual Meeting in…