Southwest Public Policy Institute
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In the News
Zachary Fort Featured in National Public Lands Debate
Media coverage highlights SPPI Vice Chairman Zachary Fort’s leadership and policy engagement during debate over Bureau of Land Management nomination.
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Amicus Brief
SPPI Files Amicus Brief Supporting the Federal Reserve in Major Debit Card Case
A major federal court case could reshape debit card economics nationwide, impacting payment security, reliability, and everyday consumer transactions.
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In the News
National Media and Policy Leaders Highlight SPPI
National media, policy leaders, and regional voices alike are amplifying SPPI’s research, analysis, and solutions.
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Press Release
SPPI Welcomes Silicon Valley Innovator Dain Ehring to Board of Directors
The Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI) is proud to announce that Dain Ehring, a nationally recognized technology entrepreneur and pioneer in financial and digital innovation, has joined its Board of Directors. Mr. Ehring has over 40…
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Press Release
SPPI Opposes Steve Pearce’s BLM Nomination
The Institute warns that the Pearce nomination could undermine western land management
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Litigation
SPPI Files Federal Complaint After New Mexico Attorney General Fails to Act
The Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI) has filed a formal complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) regarding the loan-sharking lending practices of former State Representative Tara Jaramillo and her company, Positive Outcomes, Inc. The…
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Policy Brief
Lip Service Masquerading as Credit Inclusivity
When Wells Fargo first rolled out its Flex Loan program, it was heralded by advocates like The Pew Charitable Trusts as evidence that America’s largest banks were finally offering an “affordable” alternative to short-term credit products.…
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Press Release
SPPI Launches Champions Program
New partnership program invites leaders to advance liberty, transparency, and prosperity across the nation.
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Press Release
SPPI Receives 2025 Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid
The Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI) has been awarded the 2025 Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid (formerly Guidestar), the premier recognition for nonprofit transparency and accountability. The Platinum Seal is the highest level of distinction…
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Press Release
SPPI Welcomes Zachary Fort to Board of Directors
The Southwest Public Policy Institute (SPPI) is proud to announce the unanimous appointment of Zachary Fort to its Board of Directors during the Institute’s quarterly board meeting held Monday, August 11th. Fort’s appointment comes as SPPI…