The Heartland Institute

Publications

- Employment
- Economy
Testimony before the California Senate Business, Professions, and Economic Development Committee

Published April 16, 2018

By Matthew Glans, The Heartland Institute

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Testimony by The Heartland Institute before he California Senate Business, Professions, and Economic Development Committee
Research & Commentary: Dental Therapists Could Help Address Ohio’s Dental Care Shortage

Published April 13, 2018

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines a proposal in Ohio that would improve access to dental care for all Ohioans and lower unnecessary barriers by allowing dental therapists (DTs) to provide needed care to Ohio patients.
A Climate Science Tutorial Prepared for Hon. William Alsup

Published April 13, 2018

By Jay Lehr (1938 – 2023), Kenneth Haapala, Patrick Moore, Patrick Frank

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Although completed too late to submit to the judge, this document stands on its own as a good primer on climate change.
- Entitlements
- Economy
The Leaflet: Putting Welfare to Work

Published April 13, 2018

By Arianna Wilkerson

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President Trump and Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker separately launched important welfare reforms. Though separate initiatives, both are working to increase self-sufficiency among welfare recipients and restore government back to its proper role.
Research & Commentary: Oklahoma Should Not Weaken Its Supermajority Tax Requirement

Published April 12, 2018

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines a bill in Oklahoma that would ask voters to reduce the state’s supermajority requirement for tax increases, a move that would make it easier for the legislature to increase taxes.
- Economy
- Government Spending
Research & Commentary: Arizona Should Stop Funding Private Sports Facilities with Taxpayer Dollars

Published April 12, 2018

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines legislation in Arizona that would have the state join an interstate compact that explicitly prohibits the “use of taxpayer dollars for private professional sports stadiums and facilities.”
- Education
Research & Commentary: Nevada Educational Choice Scholarship Program Saves Taxpayer Dollars, Increases Per-Pupil Funding

Published April 10, 2018

By Tim Benson

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$116 Million In Annual Educating Funding Could Be Saved If Just 5 Percent Of Statewide Public School Enrollment Participate In ECSP
- Health Care
Research & Commentary: Pennsylvania Considers Lowering Restrictions on Telemedicine

Published April 6, 2018

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines a proposal in Pennsylvania that would dramatically expand the ability of telemedicine servicers to provide care by clearly defining telemedicine and calling for reimbursement parity.
- Employment
- Economy
Research & Commentary: Excessive Licensing Is Holding Back California’s Economy

Published April 6, 2018

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines a new proposal in California that would explicitly require all licensing rules or ordinances to be demonstrably necessary and carefully tailored to fulfill a legitimate public objective.
The Leaflet: EPA Hits the Brakes on Fuel Economy Standards

Published April 5, 2018

By Arianna Wilkerson

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This week's Leaflet concerns the EPA's decision to remove burdensome regulations that limit the freedom of manufacturers and consumers alike.
Research & Commentary: Michigan Considers Work Requirements for Medicaid

Published April 3, 2018

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines a proposed Medicaid waiver in Michigan that would require able-bodied adults to perform 29 hours of work, job training, or education every week.
Research & Commentary: Gov. Murphy’s Tax Hikes Would Create Large Burden for New Jersey’s Economy

Published April 3, 2018

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines a series of proposed tax hikes in New Jersey that would dramatically influence the state's economy.
- Health Care
The Leaflet: Will Obama’s Individual Health Insurance Mandate Return to Blue States?

Published March 29, 2018

By Arianna Wilkerson

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This week's Leaflet examines the efforts in multiple states to reimpose the Individual Health Insurance Mandate.
- Health Care
Research & Commentary: Connecticut Should Not Revive the Individual Mandate

Published March 29, 2018

By Charlie Katebi

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In this Research & Commentary, Charles Katebi examines a proposal in Connecticut to impose a fine of $10,000 on anyone without health insurance.
- Health Care
Research & Commentary: Connecticut Should Not Revive the Individual Mandate

Published March 29, 2018

By Charlie Katebi

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In this Research & Commentary, Charles Katebi examines a proposal in Connecticut to impose a fine of $10,000 on anyone without health insurance.
- Taxes
- Economy
Research & Commentary: Federal Tax Conformity Ignites Flat Tax Debate in South Carolina

Published March 28, 2018

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines several tax reform proposals in South Carolina that include a move away from the progressive tax to a flat tax.
- Taxes
- Economy
Research & Commentary: Missouri Tax Plan Would Be a Good Start

Published March 28, 2018

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines a tax reform plan in Missouri that would cut both the personal and corporate income tax rates.
- Health Care
Research & Commentary: Louisiana Seeks Vital Medicaid Reform

Published March 28, 2018

By Arianna Wilkerson

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In this Research & Commentary, Arianna Wilkerson examines a proposal in Louisiana that would require Medicaid beneficiaries to contribute monthly to their health savings accounts as a condition of program eligibility.
- Government & Liberty
- Criminal Justice
Research & Commentary: Tennessee Seeks to Reform Civil Asset Forfeiture Laws

Published March 27, 2018

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans discusses proposed legislation in Tennessee that would reform the state's civil asset forfeiture laws.
- Education
Research & Commentary: Louisiana Should Open Its Voucher Program to Military, Bullied, and Foster Care Children

Published March 27, 2018

By Tim Benson

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Expansion Of Louisiana Scholarship Program Is Well-Deserving
Research & Commentary: Louisiana Considers Occupational Licensing Reform

Published March 27, 2018

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines several new proposals in Louisiana to review and roll back burdensome licensing laws.
- Government & Liberty
- Alcohol & Tobacco
Research & Commentary: Connecticut Should Not Raise Tobacco Products Purchase Age to 21

Published March 26, 2018

By The Heartland Institute

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In this Research & Commentary, Lindsey Stroud argues against a proposal in Connecticut to increase the smoking age to 21.
- Health Care
Research & Commentary: Minnesota Should Lower Regulatory Barriers for Direct Primary Care

Published March 23, 2018

By Matthew Glans

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In this Research & Commentary, Matthew Glans examines a bill moving through the Minnesota Legislature that would open up the state to direct primary care by removing unneeded insurance regulations.
- Climate Change
- Environment & Energy
Research & Commentary: Connecticut Governor’s Climate Bills Costly and Unnecessary

Published March 23, 2018

By Tim Benson

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Proposals Would Mandate Large Drop In Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Large Increase In Renewable Portfolio Standard