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...
Welcome to Utah: Life Regulated
While Utah strives to maintain an image of “best for business” and “best managed,” its 88,150 restrictive regulations reveal a much different picture.
‘Twas the Night Before a No-Knock Raid
Like Santa, SWAT's making a list… and, hopefully, checking it twice before they invade someone's home.
The State of Economic Freedom in Utah
Utah has become very good at winning what could be called, “best of the worst” awards: “Best Managed State”, “Best State for Business”, “Best Economic Outlook." But as a deeper reading of the recently published Fraser Institute’s...
#GivingTuesday
As we enter the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, let's remember that today is Giving Tuesday. We’ve had our fun with Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but may we remember the reason for the season.