The WasteWatcher

Florida Should not Adopt California-Style Regulations
The Florida legislature should reject HB 9 and prevent the state from becoming like California.

Broadband Funding Should Be Tied to Accurate FCC Broadband Maps
Accurate broadband deployment maps are critical to ensuring taxpayer dollars are not wasted on duplication.

Vital Regulatory Reforms for Satellite Operations
Members of Congress have proposed key legislation to enable the continued growth of American aerospace.

Alaskans are Getting Conned by Current Certificate of Need Laws
Alaska's outdated CON laws create barriers to affordable and accessible healthcare.

The Time has Come for Increased Spectrum Coordination
Federally spectrum coordination needs improvement. NTIA and FCC have taken a first step with the Spectrum Coordination Initiative.

IRS Backlog Already Threatening 2022 Tax Season
Taxpayers should expect long wait times to receive a refund or an answer to their questions.

States Should Push for a National Privacy Framework
Instead of adopting costly and harmful data privacy bills, states should put pressure on Congress to adopt a national framework.

IRS Reverses Facial Recognition Requirements in Win for Taxpayer Privacy
The IRS' reversal on facial recognition technology is a win for taxpayers, but the IRS will always be looking for new powers.

Hochul Proposes Green New Deal for New York
The climate provisions in Governor Hochul's proposed budget would drive up costs and fail to meet their stated goals.

Federal Funds for Broadband Must Not Be Wasted
With an unprecedented amount of funds available for broadband, federal agencies must be careful not to waste taxpayer resources.

Maine's Proposed Flavor Ban Won't Improve Public Health
Maine's proposed flavor ban will hurt tobacco harm reduction efforts.

Alaska Bill Promises Spending Transparency
If passed, HB 86 will give taxpayers greater insight into government spending.