The LIBRE Initiative Joins 60 Other Organizations Against the EPA’s Ozone Standard
When we think about future generations we want them to live happy, prosperous lives in a safe atmosphere. In fact, 3 in 4 Hispanics believe we need to do
It’s Not “Complicated”; Job License Requirements Hurt Job Growth
Want to start a new business, or start a new job in North Carolina? Not so fast! – succeeding in a state that claims to provide numerous job opportunities
How Will the Next President’s Tax Plan Affect Hispanic Households?
As tax day approaches (it’s April 18 this year), Hispanics households once again find themselves frustrated by the complexities of the tax code as they finish filing their tax
Tax Breaks for Favored Energy Industries Are Corporate Welfare, Plain and Simple
Congress is considering adding a controversial set of tax breaks for favored energy industries in a reauthorization bill for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), after they were left out
Florida Says No to Corporate Welfare
A controversial measure has failed in the Florida legislature this session, which would have distributed approximately $250 million in corporate welfare paid for by the taxpayer.
Balanced Budget Could Help Towards Fiscally Responsible Path
Around the country, millions of hard working Hispanic families must make difficult decisions on their budgets in order to live within their means. Congress should act no differently. Yet Republicans
U.S. Supreme Court Stay Welcome News to Non-Celebrities
If you tuned into the 88th Academy Awards, you probably noticed a preachy trend that tied together several of the acceptance speeches. Against the backdrop of the glamour and opulence and
After 7 Years of Big-Government Policies, Economic Freedom Suffers
As the Obama administration draws to a close, the economy continues to struggle. A recent ranking by the Heritage Foundation shows that America’s economic freedom has also been in a
New Mexico Legislature Approves Ridesharing Operations, Awaits Governor
Lately, ridesharing has become a focus for many state legislatures across the country. As new and innovative technologies develop at a rapid pace, lawmakers are trying to figure out how
Business-as-Usual in Washington Enables Federal Deficit and National Debt to Soar
Last week, the U.S. national debt reached a new record high of $19 trillion. Put in perspective, this number represents $59,000 dollars per person living in the U.S. These numbers
Incomes Falling Across U.S. Counties, Hispanics Affected
According to new research published by Pew Charitable Trusts last Friday, incomes have fallen across most U.S.
Victory against Cronyism in San Antonio – An Update
Following a lawsuit filed by the Institute for Justice (IJ) on behalf of four Hispanic food truck owners against the city of San Antonio, the city council voted at the
Texas Voters Approve Tax Relief
Earlier this month in Texas, a little over 11 percent of registered voters cast their ballots in local elections in favor of seven propositions that amended the Texas Constitution.
Another Broken Promise to Hispanics and All Americans
The budget agreement, which has been approved by Congress and signed into law by the president, breaks the promise of fiscal responsibility that was made by both parties to the
House Votes to Reauthorize Crony Export-Import Bank
Last week the House of Representatives voted by a nearly three-to-one margin to reauthorize the Export-Import Bank, after authorization for the New Deal institution had expired this summer. While the
To Raise the Minimum Wage or Not to Raise the Minimum Wage — That is a False Choice
The public debate on how to best help the working poor has recently been polarized by pushing the idea that raising the minimum wage is the only solution to fight
Nevada Legislature Shouldn’t Be Stubborn on Surge Pricing
Drivers, start your engines: ridesharing has finally arrived in Nevada. However, despite its immense popularity, the battle between the ridesharing companies and the government regulators is just getting started.
The American Dream That Almost Wasn’t
This Hispanic Heritage Month, we have celebrated the rich heritage of the Hispanic community and the American Dream, and how Hispanics are claiming that dream today. We have commemorated the
Some Nevadans Must Seek Health Coverage — Yet Again
The Obama administration has always been quick to claim that "Obamacare is working." But for many the rosy picture painted by supporters actually looks different, largely due to
Proposed Overtime Regulation Will Put Hispanic Wages at Risk
A new proposed rule change to federal overtime regulations will raise the salary threshold for overtime exemption nearly two-fold, which advocates claim will give ordinary workers a raise. In fact,
Threading Decision in Texas: A Win for Workers
Earlier this month, the Texas Supreme Court struck down licensing requirements that were burdensome and oppressive to the workers in the threading industry. This constitutes a victory not only
California Unions Demand Exemption from Minimum Wage Increase They Fought For
In Los Angeles, a labor union has stirred up quite a bit of controversy this summer by demanding an exemption from the city's new $15 minimum wage;
Senate Initially Caves over Ex-Im, But Crony Bank Remains Closed
While the Senate voted earlier this week to move forward with legislation to re-authorize the Export Import Bank as part of the highway reauthorization bill, it ultimately approved a