Current and Upcoming Legislative Issues
Alabama Policy Institute
Constituitonal Reform
Pre-K & Early Learning Centers
Glorified Daycare at Added Expense to Taxpayers
A Better Use for the Governor's Contingency Fund
Video Gambling
* Developed to provide guidance to the Alabama State Legislators and as a candidates' guide in this electoral year, this synthesis of sound legislative reform proposals is one of the most comprehensive ever issued in a single document.
This year's proposal features many surprises and pertinent history on public policy positions. For example, did you know from 1943 until 1989 the Legislature, acting with the best of intentions, passed 15 resolutions requesting that a constitutional convention be called to address proposed amendments to the U.S. Constitution. Though never acted on by Congress, these measures are still active and pending. The amendments were ostensibly noteworthy checks on government power--limited federal taxation; federal statues not conflicting with state law; requiring a federal balanced budget; and even a right to life amendment.
Legislative Agenda 2003 is coming in March and is a must have for serious public policy watchers.
(if you would like a copy of any of the publications listed below, send us an email to Publications Manager)
Guide to the Issues
(A topical summary of issue briefs in a short easy to read format)
Legislative Agenda
(API recommendations for Alabama's Legislature)
Cultural Indicators
(A report on the societal well-being of Alabama)
An Alabama Lottery: Theft by Consent
(Facts about the societal costs of gambling)
Early Learning Process
(Our findings about pre-K programs)