When government officials talk about “investment” and “free” programs, taxpayers need to hang onto their wallets.
The Sour Taste of Beverage Taxes
Taxes on sweetened beverages are ineffective and will place a heavier burden on those who can least afford them.
Spending Trillions More Is Ahead for Taxpayers
Taxpayers need to buckle up and hang on because even more trillion-dollar spending is ahead.
The Federal Government Needs to Hold States Accountable for Relief Spending
It is important for the federal government to hold states accountable for coronavirus relief spending.
Wireless Taxes are Costly for Consumers
Wireless tax increases can burden families and can lead to pay for projects unrelated to telecommunications.
Biden’s Budget Busting Boondoggle
The House will soon vote on President Biden’s $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill, the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.
High-Speed Rail Is Going Nowhere Fast
States need to hit the brakes on the high-speed rail projects due to how expensive they will cost.
Massachusetts Tobacco Flavor Ban Simply Shifted Markets
The Bay State banned the sale of flavored tobacco products in a failed effort to stop youth vaping and improve health.
Taxpayer Alert – A Massive Stimulus Spending Spree Is Being Unleashed
President-elect Biden’s $1.9 trillion COVID-19 “relief” and “stimulus” proposal will unleash a massive spending spree that will waste tens of billions of dollars and fail to stimulate the economy.
Top 21 Issues for States in 2021
As states prepare for their legislative sessions, CAGW suggests states should focus on these 21 critical issues.