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Research & Commentary: Wisconsin Considers State REINS Act

Published June 13, 2017

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines a proposed REINS Act in Wisconsin and how it could help shrink the growth of government in Wisconsin.
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Research & Commentary: States Should Protect the Right to Earn a Living

Published June 7, 2017

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The Right to Earn a Living Act Removes Unnecessary Regulations
The Leaflet: States Consider Occupational Licensing Reform

Published March 16, 2017

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This week's Leaflet examines occupational licensing reform, the 10th Roadmap for the 21st Century paper, universal education savings accounts in West Virginia, fracking bans in Florida, repealing Obamacare, and the Liberty Leadership Council.
Vaping, E-Cigarettes, and Public Policy Toward Alternatives to Smoking

Published February 20, 2017

By Matthew Glans, The Heartland Institute

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Policymakers should be mindful of the extensive research that supports tobacco harm reduction and understand that bans, excessive regulations, or high taxes on e-cigarettes could encourage smokers to stay with more-harmful traditional cigarettes.
Research & Commentary: Open Telemedicine Across State Lines

Published January 19, 2017

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans discusses medical licensing for telemedicine and the he need for new laws allowing physicians to treat patients across state lines.
Roadmap for the 21st Century: Energy Deregulation

Published December 14, 2016

By Peter Ferrara, Lewis Uhler

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This paper -- the fifth in the Roadmap series -- describes the key role energy deregulation will play in launching an economic boom in the United States.
Research & Commentary: Right-to-Work Reform in New Hampshire

Published November 21, 2016

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines right-to-work reform in New Hampshire.
Research & Commentary: Certificate of Need Laws Hurt Hospital Quality

Published October 21, 2016

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines certificate of need laws and their effect on hospital quality.
Research & Commentary: Wisconsin Deserves ‘Right to Try’

Published October 7, 2016

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans discusses the drug approval process and the potential of right-to-try reform in Wisconsin.
Research & Commentary: Iowa Needs Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform

Published September 20, 2016

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines civil asset forfeiture laws in Iowa and argues assets should be seized only for criminal reasons.
Research & Commentary: Iowa Needs Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform

Published September 20, 2016

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines civil asset forfeiture laws in Iowa and argues assets should be seized only for criminal reasons.
Research & Commentary: Kansas Civil Asset Forfeiture Laws in Need of Reform

Published September 13, 2016

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines civil asset forfeiture laws and argues assets should be seized only for criminal reasons.
Football Season and Fantasy Sports

Published September 1, 2016

By Nathan Makla

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Lawmakers across the nation have been working to ban or heavily regulate the growing fantasy sports industry, and fantasy sports businesses.
Research & Commentary: Government Regulations and the Mental Health Shortage

Published August 24, 2016

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines mental health reform, certificate of need reform, and direct primary care programs.
Research & Commentary: Certificate of Need Laws Holding Health Care Back in Illinois

Published August 17, 2016

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines Illinois' certificate of need laws and argues for their reform or repeal.
Research & Commentary: North Carolina Should Reject Onerous Maintenance of Certification

Published August 8, 2016

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines the numerous problems maintenance of certification is causing in North Carolina and other states nationwide.
Research & Commentary: The Fiscal and Social Implications of Marijuana Legalization

Published June 1, 2016

By The Heartland Institute

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Since 2012, four states – Alaska, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington State – have legalized the retail sale of marijuana. Washington, DC has also approved the sale of marijuana, but it is currently waiting for congressional approval.
Research & Commentary: GMO Labeling Laws Are Harmful and Unnecessary

Published June 1, 2016

By Tim Benson

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Vermont’s genetically modified organism (GMO) labeling law is set to take effect on July 1, 2016.
Research & Commentary: Florida Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform

Published March 1, 2016

By Matthew Glans

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Florida lawmakers are considering two new proposals that would dramatically change Florida’s civil asset forfeiture laws.
Research & Commentary: Florida Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform

Published March 1, 2016

By Matthew Glans

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Florida lawmakers are considering two new proposals that would dramatically change Florida’s civil asset forfeiture laws.
Research and Commentary: West Virginia Convention of States

Published February 24, 2016

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West Virginia is currently considering a proposed multiple-amendment application for an Article V convention to amend the U.S. Constitution.
Research & Commentary: West Virginia Right-to-Work Reform

Published December 15, 2015

By Matthew Glans

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West Virginia is considering becoming the nation’s 26th right-to-work (RTW) state. Adopting RTW legislation would help create new jobs by improving the state’s business climate and economic competitiveness.
Research & Commentary: Nebraska Civil Asset Forfeiture

Published November 5, 2015

By Matthew Glans

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A new report from the American Civil Liberties Union has shined a light on a growing issue in Nebraska, the increasing use of civil asset forfeiture and the practice known as equitable sharing.
Research & Commentary: Oklahoma Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform

Published October 15, 2015

By Matthew Glans

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Oklahoma has terrible civil forfeiture laws, according to analysts at the nonpartisan Institute for Justice, with statutes giving law enforcement officials significant financial incentives to seize property.

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