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.
Want My Blood? Get a Warrant.
The controversial arrest of a University of Utah nurse led to important warrant reform regarding the seizure of an individual's blood.
Turning the Tide on Overcriminalization
Over-criminalization is a plague that has spread across the country, including Utah. With over 10,000 laws and new ones being passed every year, there comes a point when the criminal code needs to be reexamined.
Opening the Door to Price Transparency in Health Care Costs
Reforming healthcare will take revolutionary changes in the industry. "Right to Shop" is one of those revolutionary ideas that passed the Utah Legislature this session.
Public Utah Employee Compensation Out of Whack with the Private Market
A new report released today by the Utah State Auditor shows that while government employees receive salaries lower than market rates, they are given compensation packages, including a pension, that are higher than what private...