Utah’s Question 1 is just kicking the can down the road
If more money is truly the goal, then let’s stop kicking the K-12 education gas can down the road. Question 1 merely perpetuates a problem—and it certainly isn’t a solution.
Common Sense Healthcare Solutions Need More Than Band-Aids
Most everyone agrees that our healthcare system is broken. Prices continue to skyrocket and affordability seems to be a pipe dream for many people. So what, if anything, can be done to help fix it?
The Need for a New Special Needs Opportunity Scholarship
We've been working with a coalition of different Utah organizations to develop a corporate tax credit that could be used to fund a new scholarship program for special needs students.
South Jordan Double Bogeys on Public Golf Courses
The South Jordan City Council hit into a massive hazard Tuesday night and voted to purchase Glenmoor golf course. South Jordan will now own not one, but two golf courses. Should local governments be involved in the business of...
Throwing Shade on Government Regulation of Window Tinting
Utah law currently has overly burdensome regulations regarding the amount of tint you can get for your vehicle. Libertas Institute has been working to change that in the future.
Riverton City Eliminates Licensing Fees for All Businesses
The Riverton City Council and mayor have decided to eliminate license fees for all businesses.
Crisis Everywhere, But Who’s Been Successful in Helping Solve the Problem?
Yes, there are crises and epidemics that need to be addressed, but there are real solutions in our own communities that are working and putting a real dent in the problem.
Did the Legislature stick up for the little guy this year?
Several bills we proposed have helped low-income Utahns get access to more justice.
Tax Day is a good time to reflect on tax reform to come
Tax Day is here — but we need a broader discussion about tax reform in Utah.
Parents Can Excuse a Child from School for Mental Illness
A new law clarifies that parents can excuse their child from government schools not only for physical illnesses, but mental ones also.