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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.

Olivia Johnston
Apr 16, 20244 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.

Jason Mercier
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.

Jason Mercier
Apr 3, 20246 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.

Jason Mercier
Mar 26, 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.

Jason Mercier
Mar 25, 20242 min read


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...

Jason Mercier
Mar 20, 20244 min read


Idaho remains a good investment after credit check
Strong fiscal discipline and good governance will help provide ongoing dividends for taxpayers.

Jason Mercier
Mar 15, 20243 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.

Jason Mercier
Mar 6, 20242 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.

Jason Mercier
Feb 29, 20244 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.

Jason Mercier
Feb 28, 20241 min read


Income tax ban ballot measure to be heard by Washington lawmakers
Washington voters have overwhelmingly rejected an income tax the last 10 straight times it was on the ballot.

Jason Mercier
Feb 22, 20242 min read


Taxpayer refund/settlement checks should not include political messaging
The practice of including political messaging on taxpayer refund checks should be discontinued.

Jason Mercier
Feb 21, 20242 min read


Several Idaho Senate resolutions call for attention on the national debt
It is clear that Congress is not capable of enacting the reforms needed to change the course of runaway federal spending.

Jason Mercier
Feb 14, 20243 min read


Details on the new income tax reduction and school construction proposal for Idaho
A major new tax relief and school facilities funding bill has been proposed in Idaho.

Jason Mercier
Feb 8, 20244 min read


Idaho House Local Government Committee unanimously moves home equity theft reform bill
MSPC is grateful and excited for the opportunity to contribute to the needed policy solutions around ending home equity theft in Idaho.

Madilynne Clark
Feb 7, 20243 min read


Education choice receives majority support in BSU Idaho Public Policy Survey
A new poll by Boise State University shows public support for increasing education choice options in Idaho.

Jason Mercier
Jan 22, 20242 min read


Governor Little opens Idaho's Legislative Session with State of the State address
Here are some of the notable fiscal pull quotes from Governor Little's address.

Jason Mercier
Jan 8, 20243 min read


Idaho lawmakers receive update on state’s fiscal outlook
Idaho Economic Outlook and Revenue Assessment Committee is hearing presentations to help shape the revenue framework for budget discussions.

Jason Mercier
Jan 4, 20242 min read


Several tax repeal proposals may be on the ballot in Washington state for 2024
Based on the number of signatures submitted, several tax repeal proposals will likely be on the agenda this year in Washington state.

Jason Mercier
Jan 3, 20242 min read


MSPC’s top recommendations for Idaho’s 2024 Legislative Session
Here are MSPC’s top recommendations for lawmakers to consider.

Jason Mercier
Jan 2, 20242 min read
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