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Sunshine State Sheds Light on New Diversion Program
Nearly 1 out of every 104 Florida residents is currently incarcerated in state jails and prisons. While criminal justice reform continues to be a nationwide discussion, the importance of…
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State of the State: Kentucky
On a very bright note, Bevin signed legislation into law earlier this year that officially made Kentucky a right-to-work state, an important step in attracting business and expanding freedom of choice for workers on the decision regarding unionization. A continuation of this spirit of reform bodes well for the state’s future.
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State of the State: Texas
Republicans and Democrats in the Lone Star State surely can celebrate Texas’ resilience. Governor Greg Abbott began his State of the State address acknowledging the economic toll of falling…
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State of the State: North Carolina
Democratic Governor Roy Cooper began his first State of the State address highlighting the shared interests of all Tar Heel State citizens, but quickly turned to lambast certain Republican-sponsored policies…
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VIDEO: ALEC Celebrates Women’s History Month
Women are paving the way in state legislatures across the country, bringing a fresh perspective to the table on limited government, free markets and federalism. The ALEC Women’s Legislative Caucus…
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The Williams Report
Budget: Alaska: New Plan From Alaska House Majority Would Wipe Out GOP Budget Leverage Legislators debate between whether tapping the Constitutional Budget Reserve or Permanent Fund to balance…
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New Report Calls For Civil Service Reform Overhaul
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Taylor McCarty tmccarty@alec.org 202-309-1274 New Report Calls For Civil Service Reform Overhaul Bureaucrats in Washington are putting politics before people…
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State of the State: Pennsylvania
Enacting common sense budgetary reforms, eliminating some cronyism, and blocking attempts to increase taxes yet further are commendable. But this will not reverse Pennsylvania’s economic malaise. Accomplishing this will require bold reduction in twin burdens of bureaucracy and tax burden.
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State of the State: Maine
Under Governor LePage’s leadership, Maine’s economic outlook has improved from 48th in 2011 to 38th in 2016. But the tax hike and minimum wage increase threaten to roll back all of the recent progress. The governor recognizes this economic peril. His economic agenda address the problems created by the twin referendums from this fall. The outcome depends on whether or not state legislators heed his warnings.
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State of the State: Alabama
Alabama Governor Robert Bentley’s many racing metaphors in his State of the State address attempted to convey his commitment to an Alabama with better jobs, economic growth and education. But…
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State of the State: Hawaii
One of the highest personal income tax rates in the nation and the highest sales tax burden in the nation, and forced unionization all contribute to Hawaii’s 42nd place economic outlook ranking according to ALEC’s annual Rich States, Poor States publication.
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The Williams Report
Budget: California: San Diego Unified Approves $124 million in budget cuts San Diego may be facing layoffs after $124 million cut from the education budget. Illinois: 10…
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Taxing Free Speech
Why should a small business owner be required to fund advertising for his competitors? David Gersenson and the Mackinac Center for Public Policy are demanding an answer from the Sleeping…
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ALEC-FreedomWorks Legislator of the Week
Representative Shamed Dogan is a native Missourian and was born in Saint Louis, Missouri. He received his B.A. in Political Science & Philosophy from Yale University. Before entering the legislature…
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State of the State: Montana
With unemployment almost as low as it has ever been in Montana at 4 percent and household incomes on the rise, Governor Bullock should consider allowing this growth in income to drive increases in the state’s revenue instead of increasing the tax burden on Montanans. Given that there are “over 6,500 listed job openings” throughout the state that businesses are struggling to fill, Montana’s employers cannot afford tax hikes.
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State of the State: New York
Governor Cuomo’s discussion of important issues such as tax relief certainly is encouraging. However, picking winners and losers with taxpayer dollars and increasing spending will not help New York’s economy to thrive. Instead, legislators should focus on a continued reduction of the state’s burdensome corporate and personal income taxes. An unshackling of the ingenuity and dreams of New Yorkers will fuel a better life for all.
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State of the State: Oregon
Improving the Beaver State’s dismal 41 out of 50 economic outlook rank demands serious reforms. Streamlining government and reforming pensions can help address Oregon’s massive budget shortfall. Pro-growth tax reform would be another step in the right direction and would encourage more families, job creators, and taxpayers to call Oregon home.
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The Williams Report
Budget: Connecticut: Six Things To Know About The State Budget Governor Malloy attempts to address budget shortfalls through a combination of wage negotiations and increasing tax revenue.
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ALEC-FreedomWorks Legislator of the Week
Senator Leah Vukmir is a first-generation Wisconsinite and is currently serving her second term representing the 5th Senate District as the Assistant Majority Leader for the Wisconsin State Senate. She…
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State Your Mind
The solution to a distant, centralized federal government is simple, and ALEC has been pursuing it for years. The states. The truth is issues that so heavily affect every…