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Publications Never lose a debate with a global warming alarmist!   February 19, 2021 In this Research & Commentary, Christina Herrin evaluates a bill moving through the West Virginia Legislature that may repeal West Virginia's certificate of need laws. West Virginia is one of 35 states that enforces outdated certificate of need (CON) laws. In simple terms, CON laws require government approval before health care facilities can expand existing operations, such as adding new beds, or open new health care facilities. The intent of CON laws is to control costs by reducing duplication of services,...

Publications Never lose a debate with a global warming alarmist!   February 10, 2021 In this Research & Commentary, Christina Herrin evaluates Mississippi's primary care shortage and offers a solution in nurse practitioners. Like many states, Mississippi faces a growing shortage of doctors, leaving patients unable to access primary care services in a timely and affordable manner. According to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), more than 84 million Americans, or one-quarter of the entire U.S. population, live in counties designated as “Primary Care Health Professional Sho...

Publications Never lose a debate with a global warming alarmist!   Research & Commentary: Bills Expanding Eligibility to ESA Program and Lexie’s Law All Help Provide Great Education Options for Arizona Children February 5, 2021 Bills Would Expand ESA to Low-Income, Bullied, and Military Children; Expand Budget For Lexie's Law The Arizona Legislature has seen a flurry of school choice legislation introduced this session that could provide tremendous help to families looking for better educational options for their children. Three bills involve expanding the scope of the state’s Empowermen...

Publications Never lose a debate with a global warming alarmist!   February 4, 2021 Residential Consumers Saved $4.6 Billion, Commercial And industrial Consumers Saved $8.1 Billion The massive increase in domestic shale development, led by hydraulic fracturing (“fracking”), has caused natural gas prices to plummet in Indiana, according to a report from the Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA). Consequently, residents and businesses in the Hoosier State saved more than $12.7 billion from 2009 to 2019. “Expanded and modernized natural gas infrastructure” over the past decade saved reside...

Publications Never lose a debate with a global warming alarmist!   February 1, 2021 In this Research & Commentary, Christina Herrin evaluates a bill moving through the Montana Legislature that may remove nicotine-product and indoor vaping regulations. For years, The Heartland Institute has supported the use of electronic cigarettes and vaping devices as alternatives for tobacco users. Despite fearmongering, the use of vapor products is significantly safer than traditional cigarettes, as noted by numerous public health groups including the American Cancer Society. The Montana Legislature will...