Studies
How Government Unions Affect State and Local Finances
Over the past half-century, the American union movement has moved into government. Despite highly publicized efforts to curtail collective bargaining powers of government unions in Ohio and Wisconsin, almost all… Read More
Energy policy, the make or break for Nevada’s economy
By James Taylor Executive Summary Energy policy is arguably the most important factor affecting the strength of Nevada’s economy. Abundant and affordable energy directly lowers consumer energy bills… Read More
Nevada’s green-energy mandates will cost the economy $1.7 billion, and 11,000 jobs in 2016
While there are some marginal economic benefits to greater reliance on renewable energy, these benefits are overshadowed by the substantially more expensive cost of production. Looking at Nevada specifically, the… Read More
The Impact of Federal Transfers on State and Local Spending
Executive summary National, state and local politicians often boast to their constituents about federal funds secured for their state or local communities. “Bringing home the bacon,” it’s called. Likewise,… Read More