California
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Policy Brief
Let the Sessions (and the Spending) Begin!
All eight states of the American Southwest are, or will soon be, in session. Will legislators return budget surpluses to inflation-battered taxpayers, or launch spend-a-thons?
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Op-Ed
Proposed Rail Acquisition Undermines American Competition and Economic Growth
At this time of uncertainty in the global marketplace, it is imperative to promote competitive and efficient supply chain solutions for the good of American economic security and competitive markets.
Originally published inThe Center Square
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Policy Brief
Solar in the Southwest: A Bright Shining Disappointment
Solar is a bust, even in the sun-drenched Southwest. If it can’t make it here, it can’t make it anywhere.
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Policy Brief
Direct Democracy: Two Wins, Four Losses
The red wave turned out to be more of a red trickle.
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Policy Brief
SPPI Job Index: Dark Clouds Are Gathering
Today’s fresh employment numbers from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics are concerning.
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Policy Brief
COVID Recovery: How is the American Southwest Doing?
States throughout the region boast a wide disparity of economic recovery in the aftermath of the pandemic.
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Testimony & Comments
A Letter to Secretary of Labor Martin Walsh Regarding Shared Savings Fees
We urge the Department of Labor (DOL) to require transparency and disclosure to employers with respect to so-called “shared savings fees” under employer-sponsored health plans to better ascertain their propriety and impact upon millions of Americans.
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Press Release
D. Dowd Muska Joins Southwest Public Policy Institute as Senior Fellow
The Southwest Public Policy Institute is pleased to announce today that Dowd Muska has joined as a senior fellow.
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Policy Brief
Supply Chain Disruptions Continue To Interrupt Business Operations
Increasing domestic manufacturing capabilities through licensing freedom and red tape reduction can be an investment in future economic security.