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Embracing AI for State Programs: A Conservative Approach to Efficiency and Innovation
AI holds the potential to revolutionize public administration for the betterment of society.
Apr 25, 20242 min read


Back from the dead to stifle the internet: Feds push net neutrality
The Federal Communications Commission is expected to vote Thursday to reinstate net neutrality rules for the internet, even though the...
Apr 24, 20241 min read


Supreme Court seems split over city homeless regulations
The case has the potential to reshape any municipality's ability to adopt laws that would prevent homeless camping, especially in areas wher
Apr 23, 20243 min read


Powering the Mountain States: A snapshot of the region’s energy portfolio
By embracing baseload sources like natural gas, hydro, and nuclear these states can continue towards a more prosperous and resilient future.
Apr 23, 20243 min read


Introducing more, passing less - the state legislative trends that surprise
Sometimes the story of a legislative session can be told in two simple stats: the number of bills introduced, and the number of bills comple
Apr 22, 20242 min read


MSPC launches new children's book series to teach kids about free markets
MSPC launches new children's book series to teach kids about free markets
Apr 17, 20242 min read


New MSPC video exposes problems with Ranked Choice Voting
There is a big difference between open primaries and ranked-choice voting. Learn more about the problems with RCV in our new video.
Apr 17, 20243 min read


U.S. Supreme Court upholds constitutional safeguards against undue building fees
Government officials have been placed on notice by the U.S. Supreme Court concerning undue impact fees.
Apr 16, 20244 min read


MSPC presents the Elevation Award to the legislative champions of education reform
A crowd of nearly 600 packed the Coeur d'Alene Resort Friday night for MSPC's 2024 Spring Dinner, hearing from keynote speaker Kayleigh...
Apr 13, 20242 min read


Nearly 600 expected in Coeur d'Alene to hear from former White House Press Secretary
A sold-out crowd will pack the Coeur d'Alene Resort Friday night to hear from former White House Press Secretary, author, and current FOX...
Apr 11, 20242 min read


A conversation with Idaho Reports on legislative transparency
There should be at least a three-day notice for public hearings and remote testimony options provided for all public hearings.
Apr 10, 20241 min read


How AI can improve government efficiency and save taxpayer money
Harnessing the power of AI is not just about cost savings, it's about delivering better public services and improving the lives of citizens.
Apr 8, 20243 min read


Comparing taxes in the Western States
With continued tax reduction efforts occurring across the country this year, these numbers are likely to change in next year’s report.
Apr 4, 20241 min read


Idaho's 2024 Legislative Session: Policy success and reforms still needed
There were several exciting reforms advanced, a few disappointing roadblocks hit, and a couple of head-scratching moments.
Apr 3, 20246 min read


Putting animal agriculture out to pasture is a bad moo-ve
Pushing farm businesses out to pasture, only because they’ve grown to keep up with expenses is an unfair solution.
Apr 1, 20243 min read


Why the free market and Western Civilization need defending
It’s time to just say no to these de-growth activists who want to tear down the progress of Western civilization.
Mar 28, 20243 min read


29 states now have some form of ESA, education choice tax credit, or education tax scholarship
Idaho, Washington, Oregon, and California are now the only states in the West not providing these options for families.
Mar 26, 20242 min read


Startling special ed violations expose urgent need for more ed choice options
It appears Idaho legislators will adjourn their legislative session unable to pass any expansion in education choice options for...
Mar 25, 20242 min read


Idaho ends political messages on taxpayer refund checks
Thanks to the action of Idaho lawmakers this session, taxpayer refund checks will no longer include political messages.
Mar 25, 20242 min read


What does AI think it should be used for by states?
Here is what Gemini AI recommended for Idaho, Montana, Washington, and Wyoming.
Mar 21, 20243 min read
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