states
States Should Make Telemedicine Measures Permanent
State legislatures should work to make telemedicine permanent for patients even after the coronavirus pandemic.
The Raise the Wage Act will Kill Jobs, Provide Less Pay, and Hurt States
The Raise the Wage Act will kill jobs and hurt states if enacted.
States Should Let Congress Take the Lead on Consumer Privacy Laws
While states should act in the interests of their residents when necessary, privacy is not one of those issues.
Occupational Licensing Executive Order Will Benefit Utah Workers
Utah's new governor and lieutnenant governor signed an executive order requiring state agencies to review occupational licenses to ensure they are necessary and not outdated by June 30, 2021.
President Trump’s Occupational Licensing EO Will Create Jobs Across the Country
State and local governments will have to issue a license to those who hold a license for their area of discipline.
Top 21 Issues for States in 2021
As states prepare for their legislative sessions, CAGW suggests states should focus on these 21 critical issues.
Results of State Ballot Measures
CCAGW took positions for or against eight ballot measures and supported the correct outcomes on five of them.
Council for Citizens Against Government Waste State Ballot Measure Guide
Voters across America will be considering ballot initiatives on November 3, 2020. CCAGW has compiled a list of ballot initiatives to support or oppose.
States Should Not Raise Taxes on Tobacco Products
Tobacco products have become target increases in the United States and the world.
Now Is the Time for Occupational Licensing Reform
During the coronavirus pandemic, states have made changes in occupational licensing laws. However, it is important to discuss reform outside of the pandemic.
AB 5 is a Lose-Lose Situation for Gig Economy Workers and Independent Contractors
Lawmakers have attempted to repeal a bill that hurts gig economy workers and independent contractors. California needs to continue supporting efforts to repeal the bill.
States Should Not Get More Coronavirus Relief Funds
A Treasury Department interim report shows that state and local governments have spent less than a quarter of the $150 billion Coronavirus Relief Fund.
