The Heartland Institute

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- Education
- Government Spending
Research & Commentary: “Backpack Bill” Voucher Expansion Would Be a Huge Win for Ohio Families

Published October 7, 2021

By Tim Benson

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Bill Would Make Every Ohio Child Eligible For A Voucher Program
Research & Commentary: Public Confidence in U.S. Economy Continues to Wane

Published October 6, 2021

By Samantha Fillmore

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In this Research & Commentary, Samantha Fillmore examines a recent Gallup poll showcasing American's lack of confidence in the economy.
The Leaflet: Senate Holds Hearing on Early Medical Responses for COVID-19

Published December 13, 2020

By Samantha Fillmore

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The Heartland Institute highlights GR's latest work.
Research and Commentary: Arkansas Governor Looking to Defy Trend of Increasing Taxes with Tax Cuts in New Budget Proposal

Published November 25, 2020

By Samantha Fillmore

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Governor Asa Hutchinson is breaking 2020 ideological norms by proposing tax cuts in the upcoming biennium budget as the legislative session approaches in Arkansas.
Research & Commentary: New Heartland Brief Shows Climate Change is Not Straining Budgets of Colorado Towns

Published November 24, 2020

By Tim Benson

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Brief Debunks Incorrect Assertions About Droughts, Wildfires, Avalanches
Policy Brief: No, Climate Change Is Not ‘Straining Budgets’ in Colorado Towns

Published November 16, 2020

By James Taylor

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The claim that climate change is causing strains on local government budgets as a result of increasing drought, wildfires, and avalanches is thoroughly debunked by objective scientific facts, as this Policy Brief clearly shows.
States are about to be hit by a Medicaid Tidal Wave

Published June 10, 2020

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This report describes the fiscal burden states will face from anticipated Medicaid growth from the recession and congressional restrictions on enrollment control.
Policy Brief: How to Fix America’s Crumbling Infrastructure: Lessons from Australia

Published May 13, 2020

By Darren Brady Nelson

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Policymakers and analysts generally agree that much work and many reforms are needed to repair, improve, and enhance infrastructure in America. But how, exactly, should these goals be achieved?
Congress’s Medicaid funding increase creates massive legal uncertainty for states during COVID-19 Crisis

Published April 22, 2020

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The report by the Foundation for Government Accountability shows how new funding could restrict states from running Medicaid as they see fit.
- Taxes
- Government Spending
Policy Brief: How to Solve America’s Debt Crisis in the Wake of the Coronavirus Pandemic

Published April 2, 2020

By John Merrifield, Barry Poulson

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Just as the government adjusted to a post-World War II economy, the government must design a phase two fiscal plan for a post-coronavirus pandemic economy.
Is Medicaid Expansion Worth It?

Published April 1, 2020

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The report reviews three economic studies to determine Medicaid expansion impact on mortality and health outcomes.
Research and Commentary: Illinois Should Create Interstate Compact to End Corporate Giveaways

Published March 3, 2020

By Samantha Fillmore

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Illinois Looking To Stand Up To Corrupt Corporate Welfare
- Government Spending
Policy Tip Sheet: New Compact Could End Use of Taxpayer Dollars for Sports Stadiums

Published February 26, 2020

By Matthew Glans

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In this Policy Tip Sheet, Matthew Glans discusses stadium subsidies and why they represent a poor use of taxpayer dollars.
- Government Spending
Research & Commentary: Florida Considers Limiting Taxpayer Funding for Sports Palaces

Published February 14, 2020

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines a new bill in Florida that attempts to decrease the use of taxpayer dollars for stadiums.
Debunking the Scandinavian Socialism Myth

Published February 1, 2020

By Christopher Talgo, Justin Haskins

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This booklet seeks to establish, beyond any doubt, that Denmark, Norway, and Sweden have not embraced Marxist principles throughout much of their economies and are thus not “socialist” nations.
The Leaflet: Don’t Miss The Heartland Institute’s 2019 Emerging Issues Forum!

Published July 11, 2019

By The Heartland Institute

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Make sure to join The Heartland Institute in Austin for our 2019 Emerging Issues Forum.
States Should Celebrate Independence Day by Reclaiming Their Sovereignty

Published July 5, 2019

By The Heartland Institute

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The Heartland Institute wishes you all the best this Fourth of July and we urge state lawmakers to use Article V of the Constitution to rein in Washington D.C.
The Arizona Medicaid Expansion Experience

Published June 26, 2019

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The study debunks the idea that employer insurance plans are subsidizing the uninsured through cost shifting.
- Taxes
- Government Spending
Research & Commentary: Spending Limits Will Keep Louisiana Spending Under Control

Published June 7, 2019

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines a new proposal in Louisiana which seeks to limit how the next legislature spends revenue in the general fund.
- Government Spending
Research & Commentary: New Jersey Must Address Pension Problem ASAP

Published May 23, 2019

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines a pension reform proposal in New Jersey that would create a hybrid pension plan for teachers and non-uniformed state, county, and municipal employees.
- Taxes
- Government Spending
The Leaflet: Tick Tock: The Government Debt Bomb Countdown Continues

Published May 17, 2019

By Arianna Wilkerson

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New report reveals that major cities' finances are deeper in the red than previously thought. High spending and high taxes continue to drive businesses and residents out of these cities, and the debt time bomb ticks on.
Research & Commentary: New Report Details How Oil and Gas Production Is Vital to New Mexico’s Budget

Published May 15, 2019

By Tim Benson

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Nearly One Third Of New Mexico's General Fund Came From Oil & Gas Production In Fiscal Year 2018
Research & Commentary: Oregon Cigarette and Vape Tax Would Vaporize Tobacco Harm Reduction

Published May 8, 2019

By The Heartland Institute

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Multiple bills would increase cigarette tax by $2, apply a 95 percent wholesale tax to vaping products, and one bill would tax vaping products at two different rates.
The Leaflet: States Raise Fuel Taxes to Repair Roads

Published March 29, 2019

By Arianna Wilkerson

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Crumbling infrastructure in many states have prompted legislators to propose higher fuel taxes to fund road repairs. Fuel tax hikes should always be paired with other tax cuts and spending cuts.