Archives: Commerce, Insurance and Economic Development / Model Policies

Archives: Commerce, Insurance and Economic Development / Model Policies

  • The Protect Your Highways Act image

    The Protect Your Highways Act

    Section 1. Section [  ] is enacted to read: Operation of Motor Vehicle; Noncitizen Prohibition.  (A) No individual shall operate a motor vehicle in this state unless he…

  • Act Prohibiting the Purchase or Acquisition of Real Property by Certain Foreign Entities image

    Act Prohibiting the Purchase or Acquisition of Real Property by Certain Foreign Entities

    An ACT relating to the purchase or acquisition of an interest in real property by certain aliens or foreign entities; creating a criminal offense; providing a civil penalty. …

  • Universal Regulatory Sandbox Act image

    Universal Regulatory Sandbox Act

    Purpose: This proposal modifies provisions related to the (INSERT RELEVANT STATE AGENCY) and allows businesses, under the observation of regulators, to trial innovative products, services, and business models while temporarily…

  • The Homeowners’ Right to Choose Inspection and Review Services Act image

    The Homeowners’ Right to Choose Inspection and Review Services Act

    Statement of Principles  ALEC recognizes that individuals—not government—are best positioned to make decisions about their homes, energy use, and property improvements. This model policy upholds the principles…

  • Statement of Principles on the Affordability and Availability of Insurance Markets image

    Statement of Principles on the Affordability and Availability of Insurance Markets

    Preamble.  Insurance is a crucial financial safety net for both individuals and businesses in America, and a buttress to the wider economies of cities and states. It…

  • The Digital Asset Banking Act of 2026 image

    The Digital Asset Banking Act of 2026

    Section 1. Definitions  As used in this Chapter, the following terms shall have the following meanings:  “Commissioner” means the Commissioner of Financial Institutions…

  • Virtual Currency Kiosk Consumer Access and Protection Act image

    Virtual Currency Kiosk Consumer Access and Protection Act

    WHEREAS, access to lawful digital asset transactions is an essential component of financial inclusion, innovation, and individual economic freedom in the modern economy; and  WHEREAS,…

  • Resolution Opposing Government Price Controls and Supporting Free Market Principles image

    Resolution Opposing Government Price Controls and Supporting Free Market Principles

    WHEREAS, the United States has long recognized the importance of free markets, limited government, and the rights of individuals to engage in voluntary exchange; and  WHEREAS…

  • Property and Land Use Stability (PLUS) Act image

    Property and Land Use Stability (PLUS) Act

    Section 1. Downzoning not enforceable  (a) No amendment to zoning regulations or a zoning map that downzones property shall be enforced [except in compliance with the provision…

  • Resolution Calling on Congress to Address Debanking image

    Resolution Calling on Congress to Address Debanking

    WHEREAS, President Donald Trump through his August 7, 2025 executive order, Guaranteeing Fair Banking for All Americans; and United States Senator Tim Scotts, Chairman of the Senate Committee…

  • Homeowner’s Freedom to Inspect and Review Services Ordinance image

    Homeowner’s Freedom to Inspect and Review Services Ordinance

    Legislative Declaration  WHEREAS, the purpose of this Ordinance is to streamline and reduce the cost of permitting and inspection for residential construction, renovation and backup power…

  • Private Property Restoration Act image

    Private Property Restoration Act

    WHEREAS, [Insert reference to Declaration of Rights provision of State Constitution, specifically reference to property rights]; and   WHEREAS, the Legislature recognizes that government increasingly…

  • Transactional Gold and Silver Act image

    Transactional Gold and Silver Act

    Be It Enacted by the [General Assembly/Legislature] of the State of [State Name]:  Findings and Purpose.  The [General Assembly/Legislature] finds that:  The use…

  • State Permit Transparency and Efficiency Act image

    State Permit Transparency and Efficiency Act

    Section 1. Short Title  This Act shall be known and may be cited as the “State Permit Transparency and Efficiency Act.”  Section 2. Legislative Findings…

  • FAIR Zoning Act image

    FAIR Zoning Act

    FAIR (Fairness, Accountability, and Integrity in Rezoning) Zoning Act Section 1: Zoning protest prohibited  Once approved, a change in regulations, restrictions, or district boundaries that expands the…

  • Ending Housing Extortion Act image

    Ending Housing Extortion Act

    Section 1: Findings  The legislature finds and declares the following:  (a) The best way to promote housing affordability is to increase the supply of housing…

  • Statement of Principles on Housing image

    Statement of Principles on Housing

    Broad Overview:  The bundle of rights is a metaphor used in property law to describe the legal rights that come with owning real estate:   Right…

  • Third-Party Challenges to Development Permits image

    Third-Party Challenges to Development Permits

    Section 1: Definitions 1.1 For the purposes of this Act: (a) “Development Permit” means any authorization, license, or approval issued by the relevant authority for the construction, alteration, or…

  • By-Right Housing Development Act image

    By-Right Housing Development Act

    Section 1: Purpose 1.1 The purpose of this Act is to promote the development of housing by streamlining the approval process for by-right development, including single-family…

  • The Safe Harbor from Excessive Exactions Act image

    The Safe Harbor from Excessive Exactions Act

    Section 1: Title This Act shall be known as the “Safe Harbor from Excessive Exactions Act.” Section 2: Purpose The purpose of this Act is to ensure that exactions imposed…