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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


Reflecting on some of our favorite memories from 2023
Here are some of our favorite memories from this year.

Jason Mercier
Dec 28, 20232 min read


Idaho’s continued population growth could increase congressional clout in 2030
Policies matter and citizens are voting with their feet. A good lesson for policymakers to keep in mind as legislative sessions kick off.

Jason Mercier
Dec 26, 20231 min read


Supermajority requirements for long-term tax obligations are an important protection for taxpayers
There are many good reasons to require a supermajority, even with voter approval, for bonds such as those for schools.

Jason Mercier
Dec 20, 20233 min read


Idaho should move to a 30-day threshold for remote income tax liability
One of the biggest hurdles in this transition towards remote-based working has been the economic policies surrounding state income taxes.

Sam Cardwell
Dec 19, 20234 min read


Plugged in – Five steps for expanding broadband coverage in a responsible way
Policymakers now have a generational opportunity to expand high-speed internet in their states with federal broadband funds.
Sebastian Griffin
Dec 18, 20233 min read


Changes to school bond vote requirements should be tied to the November general election
Ultimately all local tax levies should be moved to the November general election.

Jason Mercier
Dec 15, 20232 min read


A policy wish list for Santa and lawmakers
Here are five of the high-demand policy gifts that are sure to delight users of all ages.

Jason Mercier
Dec 11, 20232 min read


MSPC joins Idaho Reports to discuss transparency reforms
I had the opportunity to sit down with Melissa Davlin of Idaho Reports on December 8 for an interview about the Mountain States Policy...

Jason Mercier
Dec 9, 20231 min read


States must finally end the unconstitutional scheme of home equity theft
Banning home equity theft protects the interests of vulnerable property owners from governments seeking to take more than they’re owed.

Madilynne Clark
Dec 6, 20233 min read


A taxpayer receipt would help provide a snapshot of government spending
Imagine if you were provided with a taxpayer receipt for your tax dollars showing how it relates to government spending.

Jason Mercier
Dec 4, 20233 min read


Tax votes of note from 2023 election
68% of Texas voters approved the wealth tax ban and 60% of Colorado voters told state officials not to mess with the required tax refunds.

Jason Mercier
Nov 8, 20231 min read


Bezos move provides a “Prime” warning on the impact of tax policy
The lesson for policymakers is that there’s more to tax policy, a truckload more.

Jason Mercier
Nov 3, 20232 min read


Use these policy treats to ward off scary tricksters
These policy treats will be more effective than full-sized candy bars (and cheaper too).

Jason Mercier
Oct 30, 20231 min read


Wyoming and Montana make the top five in Tax Foundation’s 2024 State Business Tax Climate Index
Taxes are one of the ways states compete with each other in our federalist system.

Jason Mercier
Oct 24, 20232 min read


Protect taxpayers by putting supermajority for tax increase requirements in state constitution
Sending voters a supermajority for tax increases constitutional amendment is a prudent thing for policymakers to do.

Jason Mercier
Oct 23, 20233 min read
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