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Celebrating Education Freedom During National School Choice Week
National School Choice Week reminds us that every child is unique, and parents must have equal access to education choices that best meet their children’s needs. For the past ten…
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Bernie Sanders’ Mittens are the Newest Victim of Anti-Growth Policies
Senator Bernie Sanders became immortalized as an internet meme after inauguration guests pointed out his eclectic attire. Compared to other guests’ Prada and Chanel, Senator Sanders was seated alone,…
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U.S. Apprenticeship Programs: Closing the American Skills Gap
At ALEC, we believe in market-based solutions to society’s most pressing issues, but we also recognize the U.S. Department of Labor’s efforts to close the American skills gap. The U.S.
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Micheal Bergstrom
Micheal Bergstrom was elected in 2016 as an Oklahoma State Senator. He was re-elected for a second term in 2020. Bergstrom considers himself a constitutional conservative who considers protecting citizens’…
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Saving America’s Academic Institutions: One Student Regent at a Time. What They Are, Why They Matter, How You Can Help
With over a hundred students serving as Student Regents/Trustees in conservative-led states, only 5 can be publicly identified as conservative. Learn more on how to increase the appointment of bonafide,…
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Stop the Cancel Culture – Before it Stops You!
Join former Gov. Scott Walker (WI) for discussion on how the government or the public can use information that violates your privacy and your First Amendment rights. The First Amendment…
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New Education Polling Data with EdChoice
Find out what people think of the hot button education issues. At the beginning of the year, EdChoice partnered with Morning Consult to launch their Public Opinion Tracker project, which…
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Innovations in Medicine and COVID-19
2020 has seen a lot of focus on the happenings in Washington, but the real action has been happening in the states. Hear from from PHRMA Representative Lori M. Reilly…
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Secretary Alex Azar on Health Policy and COVID-19 Vaccine Efforts
Hear from the Secretary of Health and Human Services, Alex Azar on the latest developments in efforts for a COVID-19 Vaccine. Federalism is more important than ever, and it’s easy…
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Return To Flight
In just over 100 years the possibility of flight made the world much smaller and redefined what travel and human connectivity mean. Modern aviation changed what it means to go there.
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State and Community Leaders Come Together to Build a Roadmap for 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Alexis Jarrett Email: ajarrett@alec.org State and Community Leaders Come Together to Build a Roadmap for 2021 Hundreds of state…
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The Wonders of 2020
In a year like 2020 it can be easy to miss the wonder in so much around us, including the amazing innovations happening even during the adversity we have faced.
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Jonathan Williams Talks Louisiana Tax Reform with Pelican Institute, State Lawmakers
ALEC Executive Vice President of Policy and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams joined the Pelican Institute’s John Kay and State Representatives Mark Wright, Thomas Pressly and Richard Nelson to discuss…
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Illinois Residents Do Not Trust Springfield to Manage Their Money
Caught up in all the excitement of Election Day, the residents of Illinois soundly rejected the progressive income tax amendment 55% to 45%. Despite Governor Pritzker spending $58…
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Victims of Communism Day – Remember the Victims and Renew Appreciation for America’s Democratic Process
As America’s presidential vote count (and the mass national anxiety it has produced) looks poised to extend beyond Victims of Communism Day – November 7 – it might be…
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A Mixed Bag of Ballot Measure Results in Colorado
While some Election Day results remain murky, one thing is clear: Americans have nuanced views on matters of public policy. As one of the states that relies heavily on ballot…
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Unattended Retail Innovation Act
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF __________: Section 1. For purposes of this act, the following terms shall have the following meanings: (a)MICRO MARKET. An unstaffed, self-checkout retail food…
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Statement of Principles on Facial Recognition Policy
I. Policymakers should avoid one-size fits all frameworks. Any framework should identify actual harms to consumers and be designed to protect against those harms. Prescriptive legislation should be avoided as…
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The Home-Based Business Fairness Act
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF __________: SECTION 1. DEFINITIONS “Goods” means any merchandise, equipment, products, supplies or materials. “Home-based business” means any business for…
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Resolution on Patient Access to Physical Therapists’ Services Without Current Professional Practice Restrictions Regarding Referral
WHEREAS, physical therapy is the care and services provided by or under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as authorized by state law. Physical therapists provide services…