Publications

Research & Commentary: West Virginia Right-to-Work Reform

Published December 15, 2015

By Matthew Glans

Publication -

Research and Commentaries -
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: Alabama Medicaid Expansion

Published December 4, 2015

By Matthew Glans

Publication -

Research and Commentaries -
At a recent meeting, the Alabama Health Care Improvement Task Force recommended Gov. Robert Bentley and the legislature expand the state’s Medicaid program.
Research & Commentary: Illinois’ Budget Problems

Published December 4, 2015

By Matthew Glans

Publication -

Research and Commentaries -
Illinois has systematic problems with the way it spends tax dollars.
Research & Commentary: Alabama Medicaid Expansion

Published December 4, 2015

By Matthew Glans

Publication -

Research and Commentaries -
At a recent meeting, the Alabama Health Care Improvement Task Force recommended Gov. Robert Bentley and the legislature expand the state’s Medicaid program.
The Leaflet – States Consider Cigarette and E-cigarette Tax Increases

Published December 3, 2015

By Nathan Makla

Publication -

The Leaflet -
States across the nation are debating increasing cigarette tax rates to fix budget gaps. In 2105 alone, Alabama, Connecticut, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Nevada, Ohio, Rhode Island, and Vermont all increased their states cigarette tax rate.
Research & Commentary: Ethanol Mandates and Renewable Fuel Standards Hurt Illinois Residents and Farmers

Published December 1, 2015

By Tim Benson

Publication -

Research and Commentaries -
The Center for Regulatory Solutions (CRS) has produced a series of reports on the deleterious effects of the corn ethanol mandate, also known as the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), on state economies and environments.
The Leaflet – Happy Thanksgiving from The Heartland Institute

Published November 25, 2015

By Nathan Makla

Publication -

The Leaflet -
Happy Thanksgiving from The Heartland Institute “I hope we once again have reminded people that man is not free unless government is limited.
- Environment & Energy
Research & Commentary: Las Vegas Casinos Fight to Choose Electricity Suppliers

Published November 23, 2015

By Tim Benson

Publication -

Research and Commentaries -
It takes a lot of electricity to make sure the bright lights of Sin City stay on. One hotel and casino will, on its own, use more electricity than an entire mid-sized city.
- Health Care
Research & Commentary: Virginia Should Oppose McAuliffe Medicaid Expansion Plans

Published November 19, 2015

By Matthew Glans

Publication -

Research and Commentaries -
The Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare, allows states to expand Medicaid to cover individuals making up to 133 percent of the federal poverty level.
- Education
The Leaflet – Free College Tuition Debated Around the Nation

Published November 19, 2015

By Nathan Makla

Publication -

The Leaflet -
Free College Tuition Debated Around the Nation College campuses across the nation are debating a wide range of issues, from free speech to academic integrity.
Ten State Solutions to Emerging Issues

Published November 17, 2015

By John Nothdurft, Matthew Glans, Joseph Bast, Lennie Jarratt (1964 – 2025), H. Sterling Burnett, Isaac Orr

Publication -

Policy Briefs -
This booklet explores solutions to the top public policy issues facing the states in 2016 and beyond in the areas of budget and tax, education, energy and environment, health care, and constitutional reform.
The Article V Movement: A Comprehensive Assessment to Date and Suggested Approach for State Legislators and Advocacy Groups Moving Forward

Published November 16, 2015

By David Guldenschuh

Publication -

Policy Briefs -
This Heartland Policy Brief is a comprehensive overview of the most consequential social movement occurring in the United States today: the Article V movement.
- Education
Research & Commentary: East St. Louis Teacher Strike

Published November 16, 2015

By Tim Benson

Publication -

Research and Commentaries -
More than 6,000 students in East St. Louis, Illinois were forced out of the classroom for the entire month of October by a protracted strike by the East St. Louis Federation of Teachers.
Research & Commentary: SNAP Asset Testing

Published November 13, 2015

By Matthew Glans

Publication -

Research and Commentaries -
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as the Food Stamp system, has become one of the fastest-growing welfare programs. SNAP is the fourth-largest means-tested program for low-income families and individuals.
- Health Care
Research & Commentary: Arkansas Private Option Should Serve as Warning to Other States

Published November 11, 2015

By Matthew Glans

Publication -

Research and Commentaries -
In several states that have chosen not to expand their Medicaid programs under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA, also known as Obamacare), lawmakers are offering proposals to expand Medicaid under new plans designed to improve the
Research & Commentary: The Compact for a Balanced Budget

Published November 10, 2015

By Tim Benson

Publication -

Research and Commentaries -
The U.S. national debt has reached a staggering $18.5 trillion. Several national entitlement programs are headed toward bankruptcy – some as soon as 2016 – and state and local governments face their own impending debt crises.
Research & Commentary: New Jersey Gasoline and Estate Tax Reform

Published November 6, 2015

By Matthew Glans

Publication -

Research and Commentaries -
New Jersey’s roads and bridges are in dire need of repair, and the funds to cover maintenance are beginning to run dry.
Research & Commentary: New CDC Report Finds Vaping Helps Smokers Quit

Published November 6, 2015

By Matthew Glans

Publication -

Research and Commentaries -
Electronic cigarettes have quickly become one of the most popular tobacco replacement products, with the total market expected to hit $1.7 billion in 2015.
Research & Commentary: Wyoming Tobacco Taxes

Published November 5, 2015

By Matthew Glans

Publication -

Research and Commentaries -
As states continue to face budget problems, some have considered so-called “sin” taxes to bring in more revenues.
- Education
Research & Commentary: New York Common Core Task Force

Published November 5, 2015

By Tim Benson

Publication -

Research and Commentaries -
The New York state Common Core Task Force, commissioned in September of 2015 by Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) to “overhaul” the state’s Common Core State Standards (CCSS) system, met for the first time in mid-October 2015.
Research & Commentary: Nebraska Civil Asset Forfeiture

Published November 5, 2015

By Matthew Glans

Publication -

Research and Commentaries -
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: Wyoming Tobacco Taxes

Published November 5, 2015

By Matthew Glans

Publication -

Research and Commentaries -
As states continue to face budget problems, some have considered so-called “sin” taxes to bring in more revenues.
Testimony before the Michigan Committee on Financial Liability Reform

Published November 4, 2015

By Nathan Makla

Publication -

Testimony -
Testimony before the Michigan Committee on Financial Liability ReformWednesday, November 4, 2015Nathan Makla, State Government Relations Manager, The Heartland Institute Chairman Pat Somerville and Members of the Committee, Thank you for affording me the
- FIRE
- Economy
Testimony before the Michigan House Committee on Financial Liability Reform

Published November 4, 2015

By Nathan Makla

Publication -

Testimony -
Testimony before the Michigan House Committee on Financial Liability ReformWednesday, November 4, 2015Nathan Makla, State Government Relations Manager, The Heartland Institute Chairman Pat Somerville and members of the Committee, thank you for granting

Publications

Heartland Newsletters