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December 2005
'All Kids' Has All Kinds of Problems
While being praised by liberal interest groups as a first-of-its-kind program, Gov. Rod Blagojevich's All Kids program is not really the first instance ... (read more)
While being praised by liberal interest groups as a first-of-its-kind program, Gov. Rod Blagojevich's All Kids program is not really the first instance ... (read more)
California Voters Reject Spending Cap Initiative
California voters on November 8 trounced an initiative designed to control state spending, voting 62 to 38 percent to reject Proposition 76, the "Live Within ... (read more)
California voters on November 8 trounced an initiative designed to control state spending, voting 62 to 38 percent to reject Proposition 76, the "Live Within ... (read more)
California Voters Won't Allow Union Members to Control Dues Spending
California voters on November 8 terminated all four of Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's key initiatives to reform state government, including Proposition 75, ... (read more)
California voters on November 8 terminated all four of Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger's key initiatives to reform state government, including Proposition 75, ... (read more)
Chicago May Seize Homes, Businesses for Airport
Local police officers and a cemetery more than 100 years old may be the only things stopping Chicago from carrying out the largest public works project ... (read more)
Local police officers and a cemetery more than 100 years old may be the only things stopping Chicago from carrying out the largest public works project ... (read more)
Competition Is Strong in Local Telecom Markets
The deregulation moves made in Michigan follow the direction taken recently by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in recognizing the robust competition ... (read more)
The deregulation moves made in Michigan follow the direction taken recently by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in recognizing the robust competition ... (read more)
D.C. Government Playing with 'Corked Bat'
Washington, DC officials have begun condemnation proceedings to seize privately owned property to make way for a new $535 million ballpark for the Washington ... (read more)
Washington, DC officials have begun condemnation proceedings to seize privately owned property to make way for a new $535 million ballpark for the Washington ... (read more)
December 2005 Budget & Tax News (PDF)
In key ballot battles reported in the December issue of Budget & Tax News Colorado voters gave up nearly $4 billion in TABOR tax rebates; California ... (read more)
In key ballot battles reported in the December issue of Budget & Tax News Colorado voters gave up nearly $4 billion in TABOR tax rebates; California ... (read more)
Georgia Gives up Revenue 'Windfall,' Suspends State Gasoline Taxes
Georgia motorists recently won temporary tax relief as they struggled to cope with soaring fuel costs. With already-tight gasoline supplies exacerbated ... (read more)
Georgia motorists recently won temporary tax relief as they struggled to cope with soaring fuel costs. With already-tight gasoline supplies exacerbated ... (read more)
Health Organizations, Insurers Give Qualified Support
Despite the sketchiness of the All Kids legislation, many organizations with a stake in Illinois' health care system spoke favorably of the program in the ... (read more)
Despite the sketchiness of the All Kids legislation, many organizations with a stake in Illinois' health care system spoke favorably of the program in the ... (read more)
Illinois Lawmakers OK Program to Insure 'All Kids'
Illinois has become the nation's first state to offer health insurance to all children, regardless of family income. Democrat Gov. Rod Blagojevich proposed ... (read more)
Illinois has become the nation's first state to offer health insurance to all children, regardless of family income. Democrat Gov. Rod Blagojevich proposed ... (read more)
Illinois Senator's Web Site Highlights Dubious Use of Fees
Illinois taxpayers who may wonder what happens to the millions of dollars of state-imposed fees that finance hundreds of special funds--from "used tire ... (read more)
Illinois taxpayers who may wonder what happens to the millions of dollars of state-imposed fees that finance hundreds of special funds--from "used tire ... (read more)
Michigan Ends Telephone Price Controls in 30 Cities
A breakthrough decision by the Michigan Public Service Commission to end price controls on basic telephone service in 30 cities makes Michigan a leader ... (read more)
A breakthrough decision by the Michigan Public Service Commission to end price controls on basic telephone service in 30 cities makes Michigan a leader ... (read more)
New Book Explains How to Shrink Government, Strengthen Economy
In his newly released book, Chris Edwards, director of tax policy at the Cato Institute, details ways to cut 100 federal agencies, increase freedom, and ... (read more)
In his newly released book, Chris Edwards, director of tax policy at the Cato Institute, details ways to cut 100 federal agencies, increase freedom, and ... (read more)
New Project on Unintended Consequences
Unintended consequences abound in politics and government. Increased expenditures by school districts lead to no improvement in student achievement. High ... (read more)
Unintended consequences abound in politics and government. Increased expenditures by school districts lead to no improvement in student achievement. High ... (read more)
New Yorkers Reject 'Runaway Spending' Amendment
With a No vote of more than 60 percent on November 8, voters in New York state rejected "Proposal One," a proposed state constitutional amendment opponents ... (read more)
With a No vote of more than 60 percent on November 8, voters in New York state rejected "Proposal One," a proposed state constitutional amendment opponents ... (read more)
Okies Overwhelmingly Reject Fuel Tax Hike
Though outspent by a huge margin and opposed by powerful interests throughout the state, opponents of a motor fuel tax hike in Oklahoma sent the proposal ... (read more)
Though outspent by a huge margin and opposed by powerful interests throughout the state, opponents of a motor fuel tax hike in Oklahoma sent the proposal ... (read more)
Supreme Court Will Hear Tax Incentives Case
The U.S. Supreme Court could hear oral arguments in January regarding the Cuno decision, a ruling that invalidated an Ohio investment tax credit and threw ... (read more)
The U.S. Supreme Court could hear oral arguments in January regarding the Cuno decision, a ruling that invalidated an Ohio investment tax credit and threw ... (read more)
Tax Panel's Report in Summary
The president's tax panel is recommending two proposals to the Secretary of Treasury, who will make the final recommendation to President George W. Bush. ... (read more)
The president's tax panel is recommending two proposals to the Secretary of Treasury, who will make the final recommendation to President George W. Bush. ... (read more)
Tax Protestors Launch 'Tea Party' in Maine
At the Windham Veteran's Center, a crowd watched from a safe distance as tax reform advocate Mary Adams lit the fuse on a cast-iron cannon, a replica of ... (read more)
At the Windham Veteran's Center, a crowd watched from a safe distance as tax reform advocate Mary Adams lit the fuse on a cast-iron cannon, a replica of ... (read more)
Tax Watchdogs Lukewarm to Tax Panel Proposals
Despite calling for a simplified tax system in a report issued November 1, President George W. Bush's tax reform commission appears to have pleased few ... (read more)
Despite calling for a simplified tax system in a report issued November 1, President George W. Bush's tax reform commission appears to have pleased few ... (read more)
Tax-Hikers Win Colorado Ballot Initiative
Colorado voters on November 1 approved Referendum C, a measure to give up nearly $4 billion in tax rebates over the next five years and permanently increase ... (read more)
Colorado voters on November 1 approved Referendum C, a measure to give up nearly $4 billion in tax rebates over the next five years and permanently increase ... (read more)
Taxes Fuel Historic American Migration
One of the great stories of modern times has been barely mentioned in the popular print media, has been the subject of no movies, and is rarely discussed ... (read more)
One of the great stories of modern times has been barely mentioned in the popular print media, has been the subject of no movies, and is rarely discussed ... (read more)
Texas Enacts Sweeping Telecommunications Reform
A new telecommunications law in Texas has opened the door to increased telecom competition and innovation in the state, including the deployment of new ... (read more)
A new telecommunications law in Texas has opened the door to increased telecom competition and innovation in the state, including the deployment of new ... (read more)
Wireless Philadelphia Moves Forward
Philadelphia's selection of EarthLink Inc. to build, operate, and manage a citywide municipal wireless network could mark a subtle yet significant change ... (read more)
Philadelphia's selection of EarthLink Inc. to build, operate, and manage a citywide municipal wireless network could mark a subtle yet significant change ... (read more)