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These States are Paying Way Less for Energy and Here’s Why: Jonathan Williams on Real Clear Investigations
ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams joined The Miller Report on Real Clear Investigations to break down ALEC Energy Affordability Report, the model…
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ALEC Policy Champions Strengthen Protections Against Antisemitism in Missouri Schools
We are honored to recognize ALEC’s latest Policy Champions, Missouri Rep. George Hruza and Missouri Sen. Curtis Trent, for their leadership in advancing HB2061, legislation that establishes a clear…
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ALEC Policy Champions Enhance Legislative Oversight of Major Rules in South Dakota
ALEC is honored to recognize South Dakota Sen. Sue Peterson and Rep. Al Novstrup as ALEC Policy Champions for bringing REINS-style legislation to the Mount Rushmore State. Gov. Larry Rhoden…
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Why Some States Win and What Drives Economic Competitiveness: Jonathan Williams on Alabama Capitol Journal
ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams was featured on Capitol Journal as part of Alabama Public Television, discussing the organization’s 50-year history, its nonpartisan mission focused on…
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ALEC Policy Champions Secure the Integrity of the Vote in Ohio
ALEC is honored to recognize Ohio State Sen. Theresa Gavarone and Sen. William P. DeMora for their leadership in the passage of SB63, ensuring fair vote counting practices by prohibiting…
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Karla Jones Testimony in Ohio: Protecting America’s Critical Infrastructure from Foreign Adversaries
On March 16, Vice President of the ALEC Center for International Freedom Karla Jones submitted written testimony to the Ohio House of Representatives Public Safety Committee on legislation intended to…
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ALEC Policy Champions Combat Antisemitism in Wisconsin
We are proud to congratulate ALEC’s newest Policy Champions: Wisconsin Assemblyman Ron Tusler and Wisconsin Sen. Rob Hutton, sponsors of AB 446 and SB 445. This legislation adopts the International…
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Taxpayers Shouldn’t Be Forced to Fund Lobbyists: Florida Rep. Jason Shoaf and Texas Sen. Adam Hinojosa in The Hill
Florida Representative Jason Shoaf and Texas Senator Adam Hinojosa, both ALEC members, recently co-authored an op-ed in The Hill outlining efforts to address the improper use of…
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Nino Marchese Testimony in New Hampshire: Judicial Deference and State Agencies
ALEC Judiciary Task Force Director Nino Marchese testified before the New Hampshire Senate Executive Departments and Administration committee regarding legislation that breaks down the scope of review of state agency…
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States Rapidly Advancing Wide-Ranging Bail Reform
After years of witnessing the cashless bail trend, states across the country are rapidly seeking to recalibrate their bail laws by prioritizing public‑safety protections and tightening judicial discretion in…
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Colorado Strengthens Justice System Integrity, Limits Use of Colorimetric Field Drug Tests
Colorado lawmakers took a meaningful step toward strengthening due process and improving the reliability of criminal prosecutions with the passage of HB26-1020. This reform addresses longstanding concerns surrounding the use…
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Energy Affordability Report, 5th Edition
The ALEC Energy Affordability Report serves as a benchmark for policymakers by providing a consistent, state-by-state comparison of electricity prices alongside the policy frameworks that influence them. In addition to…
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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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New Mexico Protects Civil Justice Through Medical Malpractice Reform
New Mexico lawmakers have advanced significant medical malpractice reforms through House Bill 99, the state’s latest medical malpractice reform. HB 99 passed the New Mexico Legislature with overwhelming bipartisan…
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States Weigh In: Regulating GLP-1s and Other Compounded Drugs
The rise of GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide (found in Ozempic and Wegovy) and tirzepatide (found in Mounjaro and Zepbound) has transformed the landscape of weight loss treatment. These…
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Zachary Federico Testimony in Iowa: Establishing A Regulated Framework for Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy
ALEC Veterans and Military Affairs Task Force Director Zachary Federico testified before the Iowa Senate Health and Human Services Subcommittee and the Ways and Means committee regarding legislation that would…
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Zachary Federico Testimony in Maryland: Emerging Treatments for Struggling Veterans
ALEC Veterans and Military Affairs Task Force Director Zachary Federico testified before the Maryland House Health Committee on HB1477 in consideration of clinical trials on the use of ibogaine. Read…
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South Carolina Looks to Unleash Opportunity for Small Businesses
South Carolina is the latest state looking to limit bureaucratic authority. The state is considering legislation called the Small Business Regulatory Freedom Act that features a series of reforms…
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The State of State Privacy: Jake Morabito Breaks Down the Push for Federal Consumer Data Privacy Standards
ALEC Senior Director of Policy Jake Morabito recently spoke at a policy event hosted by the Information Technology & Innovation Foundation on the state of state consumer data privacy…
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A Smarter Energy Future for Ohio
With a growing manufacturing base, expanding data center investment, and rising electricity demand, Ohio’s economic future depends on affordable and reliable power. Major industrial facilities require constant, high-load electricity to…