Publications
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Research & Commentary: Illinois House Finally Taking Swing at Big Tech Censorship
Publication -Research and Commentaries -In this Research & Commentary, Samantha Fillmore examines a House Bill in Illinois that would challenge Big Tech censorship. -
Testimony Before the Arizona House Committee on Government and Elections Regarding House Bill 2578
Publication -Testimony -Samantha Fillmore testifies before the Arizona House Committee on Government and Elections on House Bill 2578 -
Research & Commentary: Arizona Lawmakers Reeling in Emergency Executive Powers
Publication -Research and Commentaries -In this Research & Commentary, Samantha Fillmore examines a House Bill in Arizona that would curb gubernatorial powers during a state of emergency. -
Heartland Letter to New York Lawmakers Urging Reform of Governor Cuomo’s Gubernatorial Overreach
Publication -Legislative Principles -A letter from the Heartland Institute's president James Taylor, urging New York lawmakers to pursue reform of New York's state of emergency/executive authority statutes. -
Testimony Before the West Virginia Committee on the Judiciary on House Bill 2003, restoring the state legislature’s role in emergency management
Publication -Testimony -Heartland's Government Relations Director Cameron Sholty submits testimony before the West Virginia Committee on the Judiciary regarding the standard practices and procedures of the Governor and Legislature in a state of emergency. -
Research & Commentary: Lowering Professional Licensing Barriers for Ex-Offenders
Publication -Research and Commentaries -In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans discusses how states are attempting to assist former offenders reentering society by reforming licensing barriers and ending blanket bans for some ex-offenders. -
The Patriot’s Guide to Freedom and Firearms
Publication -Books -The 10 principles provided here, with references for further research and documentation if desired, provide a framework for understanding and promoting sound policies regarding firearms in America. -
A Climate Science Tutorial Prepared for Hon. William Alsup
Publication -Policy Briefs -Although completed too late to submit to the judge, this document stands on its own as a good primer on climate change. -
Research & Commentary: South Carolina Should Reform Civil Asset Forfeiture
Publication -Research and Commentaries -In this Research & Commentary, Lindsey Stroud examines a proposal to reform South Carolina's civil asset forfeiture laws. -
Testimony Before the Wisconsin State Affairs Committee
Publication -Testimony -In this testimony before the Wisconsin State Affairs Committee, Lindsey Stroud argues the merits to legislation reforming the state's civil asset forfeiture laws. -
- Taxes
- Law
- Regulation
- Environment & Energy
- Constitutional Reform
- Government & Liberty
- Education
- Entitlements
- Health Care
- Economy
- Government Spending
Ten State Solutions to Emerging Issues 2018
Publication -Legislative Principles -This booklet explores solutions to the top public policy issues facing the states in 2018 and beyond in the areas of budget and tax, education, energy and environment, health care, and constitutional reform. -
Research & Commentary: ESA Program Passes Constitutional Muster in New Hampshire
Publication -Research and Commentaries -Precedent, Advisory Opinions Leave "No Doubt" Of ESA Constitutionality -
The Leaflet: State’s Consider Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform
Publication -The Leaflet -Civil asset forfeiture has united people cross the political spectrum including the American Civil Liberties Union, the Institute for Justice, and the Koch Association. -
Research & Commentary: Iowa Needs Civil Asset Forfeiture Reform
Publication -Research and Commentaries -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
Publication -Research and Commentaries -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
Publication -Research and Commentaries -In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines civil asset forfeiture laws and argues assets should be seized only for criminal reasons. -
Research & Commentary: Illinois Needs to Reform Its Civil Asset Forfeiture Laws
Publication -Research and Commentaries -Analysts at the nonpartisan Institute for Justice (IJ) have given the State of Illinois’ civil asset forfeiture laws a grade of D-, one of the lowest grades in the country. -
- Government & Politics
- Taxes
- Law
- Regulation
- Government & Liberty
- Criminal Justice
- Economy
- Government Spending
- Alcohol & Tobacco
Research & Commentary: The Fiscal and Social Implications of Marijuana Legalization
Publication -Research and Commentaries -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. -
Introducing ‘Article V 2.0’: The Compact for a Balanced Budget
Publication -Policy Studies -As the federal debt approaches $18 trillion, a balanced budget amendment has emerged as one of few viable options to curb government spending. The Article V process for amending the U.S. Constitution, however, is long and tedious. -
Research and Commentary: Missouri Convention of States
Publication -Research and Commentaries -Missouri is currently considering a proposed multiple-amendment application for an Article V convention to amend the U.S. Constitution. -
Research & Commentary: Mississippi Civil Asset Forfeiture
Publication -Research and Commentaries -Analysts at the nonpartisan Institute for Justice (IJ) have given the State of Mississippi’s civil asset forfeiture laws a grade of C-. -
The Article V Movement: A Comprehensive Assessment to Date and Suggested Approach for State Legislators and Advocacy Groups Moving Forward
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. -
Policy Tip Sheet: Wisconsin Balanced Budget Amendment
Publication -Policy Tip Sheets -ProblemAmerica is facing a crisis on multiple fronts: $18 trillion national debt, less health care freedom, and crippling federal regulations. -
Petition for a Writ of Certiorari: Universal Health Services v. United States ex rel. Escobar
Publication -Testimony -The Supreme Court is expected to rule on several health care cases during its October 2105 Term, which extends through June 2016.The Court’s ruling in Universal Health Services v. United States ex rel.