Recent Research & Commentary

Research & Commentary: The Benefits of Shale Energy on Other Industries

Taylor Smith
March 28, 2013

As advancements in hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling continue to revolutionize the nation’s energy outlook, it’s important to consider the economic ripple effect expanding shale energy h

Research & Commentary: Illinois Pension Reform

Matthew Glans
March 28, 2013

The state employee pension system in Illinois is broke, both financially and structurally.

Research & Commentary: Hydraulic Fracturing in Florida

Taylor Smith
March 18, 2013

The Florida Legislature is considering a bill that would allow and regulate the use of a technology that has revolutionized the United States’ energy outlook: hydraulic fracturing.

Research & Commentary: Pole Attachment Fees

Matthew Glans
March 12, 2013

Broadband consumers in Tennessee could soon see a significant hike in their monthly bills if legislation now before the state legislature passes.

Research & Commentary: Kentucky Pension Reform

Matthew Glans
March 2, 2013

Kentucky’s government employee pension system is currently carrying a $33 billion unfunded liability and has less than half the money it needs to cover all its present and future obligations.

Research & Commentary: Oklahoma Workers’ Compensation Reform

Matthew Glans
March 1, 2013

Oklahoma’s workers’ compensation insurance system is currently the sixth most expensive in the nation and in dire need of reform.

Research & Commentary: Lifting the Cap on Member Business Lending

Matthew Glans
February 25, 2013

Representatives Ed Royce (R-CA) and Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY) have introduced the Credit Union Small Business Jobs Creation Act (HR 688), which would lift the member business lending cap on credit un

Research & Commentary: State Motor Fuel Taxes

Matthew Glans, Taylor Smith
February 25, 2013

Several states across the country are considering increases in their motor fuel taxes to fund repairs and improvements to infrastructure.