Recent Research & Commentary

Research & Commentary: Ohio Municipal Income Tax Reform

Matthew Glans
June 3, 2013

In an effort to improve their state’s economic competitiveness, Ohio legislators are considering major reforms to the state’s unique municipal income tax system.

Research & Commentary: Hydraulic Fracturing and Water Use

Taylor Smith
May 30, 2013

The expansion of hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling continues to enable profitable extraction of oil and gas in many states across the country.

Research & Commentary: Medical Device Tax

Matthew Glans
May 30, 2013

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) was passed with the expressed intention of reducing the cost of health care while expanding coverage.

Research & Commentary: Rhode Island Corporate Tax Reform

Matthew Glans
May 30, 2013

In an effort to address his state’s uncompetitive corporate tax system and attract new business to Rhode Island, Gov.

Research & Commentary: Digital Goods Taxes

Matthew Glans
May 20, 2013

As technology advances, more products are becoming available online in digital formats.

Research & Commentary: North Carolina Tax Reform

Matthew Glans
May 20, 2013

This year North Carolina joined the growing number of states considering major changes to its tax system.

Research & Commentary: Privatizing the Tennessee Valley Authority

Taylor Smith, Matthew Glans
May 16, 2013

In his 2014 budget, President Barack Obama called for a strategic review of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA).

Research & Commentary: Ending “Too Big to Fail”

Matthew Glans
May 15, 2013

The federal government’s “Too Big to Fail” policy remains highly unpopular with the public.

Research & Commentary: Nevada Renewable Portfolio Standard

Taylor Smith
May 15, 2013

Nevada legislators are considering adjusting the state’s renewable portfolio standard (RPS).