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Six ballot measures set the tone in 2024 for Washington
Hundreds of thousands of voters helped shape the just concluded 2024 Legislative Session and the upcoming November general election in...
Mar 20, 20244 min read


The Hospital 340B Program – Helping the Poor Afford Prescription Drugs or Helping Hospitals’ Financial Status?
The 340B program either needs serious reform to actually support the most vulnerable patients or it should be closed.
Mar 19, 20243 min read


Several Attorneys General champion limited regulation in AI development
The collaborative effort among these AGs reflects a shared commitment to upholding the pillars of free market capitalism and individual libe
Mar 18, 20243 min read


Idaho legislators introduce MSPC's Public School Transparency Act
Understanding school district budgets could become easier thanks to a bill introduced in the Idaho House Education Committee.
Mar 15, 20242 min read


Idaho remains a good investment after credit check
Strong fiscal discipline and good governance will help provide ongoing dividends for taxpayers.
Mar 15, 20243 min read


Announcing our 2024 Elevation Award recipients: The legislative champions of education reform
Mountain States Policy Center is proud to announce the recipients of our 2024 Elevation Award: the legislators in Montana and Idaho who have
Mar 14, 20242 min read


A Model for Legislative Oversight of AI
Idaho House Bill 568 aims to establish an Artificial Intelligence Advisory Council that creates a balanced approach
Mar 13, 20242 min read


Families stymied as Idaho committee shuts down ed choice debate
The evidence of success was there. The testimonies were heartbreaking. The parents traveled from across the state. But in the end, it didn’t
Mar 12, 20242 min read


Idaho Farm Bureau sets the record straight on education choice
Many Idaho legislators come from rural communities that are home to many farms. As the debate over education choice has unfolded over the...
Mar 11, 20241 min read


For Sunshine Week Consider Creating an Open Government Ombudsman
One reform that we’d like to see across the mountain states in honor of Sunshine Week is the creation of an Open Government Ombudsman.
Mar 11, 20243 min read


One of these programs is just like the other
There's a very familiar debate going on at the Idaho state capitol, but consistency doesn't appear to be one of the topics.
Mar 7, 20242 min read


Governor Little signs Unemployment Insurance tax savings bill
From Unemployment Insurance tax reductions to additional income tax relief, Idaho continues to put out the “Open for Business” sign.
Mar 6, 20242 min read


Idaho Legislature unanimously acts to close home equity theft loophole
Unanimous support. That was the response from the Idaho legislature to MSPC's recommendation to close the home equity theft loophole.
Mar 6, 20242 min read


Idaho continues efforts to reform occupational licensing
Idaho’s licensing reform efforts are increasing jobs and upward professional mobility, decreasing prices, and creating economic gains.
Mar 5, 20243 min read


Small farms in the Mountain States are disappearing
Farm numbers across the United States are dwindling and the mountain states are no exception.
Mar 4, 20243 min read


Idaho sets a strong example by enhancing charter schools
Idaho's charter school law got even stronger this year when Governor Little signed HB 422 (Accelerated Public Charter School Act) into law.
Mar 2, 20242 min read


It’s cruel – and poor policy – to block special needs kids from educational opportunities
The future of the country is eager for change, whether the old-guard education establishment likes it or not.
Feb 29, 20243 min read


Will Congress adopt tax relief this year?
The opportunity to enact a bipartisan congressional tax relief bill would be a terrible thing to waste.
Feb 29, 20244 min read


Development choice not government fixes improve home affordability
The housing attainability crisis our region faces is not going to be fixed through government solutions and funding.
Feb 28, 20243 min read


MSPC testimony on I-2111 to ban a state and local income tax in Washington
I-2111 would implement the clear and consistent intent of Washington voters to stop income taxes from being imposed.
Feb 28, 20241 min read
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