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Leveraging Offshore Gas Drilling to Build Offshore Wind

The Trump administration is opening up the East Coast of the United States to oil and gas drilling, but it’s not clear how much enthusiasm there is. A recent sale of drilling rights in the Gulf of Mexico has attracted … Continue reading

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The “Gig Economy” or “Sharing Economy” is Growing Rapidly

The proliferation of smartphones and online platforms have lowered the barrier for suppliers to provide on demand services, making it easier for more individuals to complete some small jobs and participate in the new gig economy. It is also called … Continue reading

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Missouri A.G. defends Virginia’s sovereign, economic interests

In requesting the U.S. Supreme Court to accept its complaint in the California cage size case, Missouri’s Attorney General states, “Unless this Court acts, California will continue to impose new agricultural regulations on other states in violation of federal law … Continue reading

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Breakthrough for Trucks and Tolling

In my discussions with trucking industry officials in recent years, I learned that—despite anti-tolls propaganda from affiliated groups such as ATA’s Alliance for Toll-Free Interstates—most of them appreciate the benefits of today’s all-electronic tolling: no need to stop and wait … Continue reading

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Medicaid Expansion is Riskier Today than a Month Ago

The massive “Omnibus” spending plan passed by Congress last month did not include a bail out for insurance companies. There has been little mention of this dramatic development and the consequences are significant and should impact the current Medicaid expansion … Continue reading

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