State legislators are uniquely positioned as agents of change, which is why the American Legislative Exchange Council continues to be at the forefront of pro-business, free market state policies.
Last month, we published the 10th edition of Rich States, Poor States: ALEC-Laffer State Economic Competitiveness Index, ranking states by policy variables including taxes, regulatory burdens and labor policies. Used by state lawmakers nationwide, the index reveals a pro-growth trend across the nation for 2017, which is good news for all Americans, as issues that affect everyone – education, trade, healthcare, tax reform – are decided at the state level.
– Lisa B. Nelson, CEO, American Legislative Exchange Council