Tax reform
Beyond the Yard Signs: Looking for Principled Policy in Louisiana Candidates
Numerous political races are currently underway in Louisiana, which can be both exciting and overwhelming [...]
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On Lincoln’s Birthday, Remember the Right to Rise
As Americans, we remember the great leaders of our country and reflect on their contributions to our [...]
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Fiscal Discipline: The Key to Lasting Tax Relief in Louisiana
The Pelican Institute has been vocal in its support of the historic tax reform enacted in late 2024, made [...]
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Louisiana’s 2025 Comeback Agenda: A Year in Review
As 2025 ends, the Pelican Institute assesses Louisiana’s progress on its Comeback Agenda, a blueprint for [...]
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Debt Is the Fire—And Louisiana Is in the Path
Federal spending is out of control. Washington is racking up debt faster than at any time outside a world [...]
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Op-Ed: When Government Taxes Generosity, Everyone Loses
Louisiana families have always stepped up when neighbors need help. Whether it’s pulling together [...]
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Liberty vs. the Leviathan: With Tax Complexity Like “Double Drawback,” Everyone Pays the Price
You and I know all too well that American families are paying more for just about everything these days. [...]
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What Louisianans Should Know About the “One Big Beautiful Bill”
Congress is moving fast on a sweeping package known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB)—and it could [...]
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New Research: Louisiana Ranks 50th Nationwide in Social Mobility, Numerous Reform Opportunities Exist
Authored by Louisiana resident and chief economist at the Archbridge Institute, new report identifies [...]
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