The WasteWatcher
The WasteWatcherStates Should Continue to Legalize Sports Betting
Voters in Maryland, Louisiana, and South Dakota states will decide whether or not to legalize sports betting in their states.
The WasteWatcherU.S. Should Reject Socialized Broadband
Tomorrow, the FCC is meeting to consider a critical opportunity to make available for shared use spectrum previously reserved for the DoD.
The WasteWatcherPresident Trump's New Executive Order: Deserves Praise and Raises Questions
President Trump has announced a new EO, the “America-First Healthcare Plan” and lists the great accomplishments achieved in healthcare reform, but also raises questions and concerns.
The WasteWatcherPandemic Spending Demonstrates Disconnect in Pentagon's Priorities
Pentagon officials used money provided for pandemic preparedness to support local jobs. This should mark the end of further stimulus funding for the Department of Defense.
The WasteWatcherCanada Just Says No to Drug Importation
The OMB is reviewing the final rule that would allow states to import drugs from Canada.
The WasteWatcherRSC American Worker Report Deserves Consideration in Congress
The Republican Study Committee American Worker Task Force report includes more than 100 recommendations on education, labor, and welfare programs that would eliminate wasteful spending and increase the efficiency of the federal government.
The WasteWatcherMost Favored Nation Policy: Unfavorable to U.S. Pharmaceutical Research
President Trump signed an Executive Order (EO) that implemented the “most favored nation” policy to lower drug costs that has been a topic of controversy since July 24, 2020.
The WasteWatcherThe F-35's $10 Billion Funding Gap
A new report indicates that the JSF will require an additional $10 billion beyond the amount officially claimed by the DoD.
The WasteWatcherHealthcare Transparency: May Not Work as Intended
President Trump's health insurance transparency rule may not accomplish what is intended.
The WasteWatcherTaxpayers Deserve a More Efficient Government
At the end of September 2020, the federal government will have spent more in a single fiscal year than at any time in history.
The WasteWatcherNow 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.
The WasteWatcherA Fool’s Errand to Lower Drug Costs?
On August 31, the California state legislature passed, SB 852, The California Affordable Drug Manufacturing Act of 2020, which would allow the state to partner with drug manufacturers to produce their own line of pharmaceuticals.
