federalism
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Context for Congress’s failed moratorium on state Artificial Intelligence regulations
As states race to regulate artificial intelligence, a proposed federal moratorium raised deep questions about federalism, interstate commerce, and who should set the rules for AI.
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Legislative wrap-up: Five key victories for Utahns
Sutherland worked closely with Utah policymakers to protect and strengthen the important pillars of faith, family and freedom.
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Utah considers a modest step in restoring federalism – and more can be done
Utah has an opportunity to strengthen the framers’ vision with a bill aimed at restoring some of the much-needed balance between the states and Washington.
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More state control will mean less catastrophic wildfire
Congress should amend the law to encourage public land agencies to gradually transfer land that is not dedicated as a national park or a similar federal purpose to the states.
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The State of Federalism in Utah: Progress and Potential
Utah ranks first in the 2023 Federalism Scorecard, which identifies 20 indicators of the balance of power, but falls far short of perfect. This report – an audit of how well Utah measures up on each of those indicators –…
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Sutherland releases new research audit on Utah’s federalism rating
Sutherland Institute released a new research publication evaluating how well Utah’s governance lives up to the principle of federalism and shows ways the state could improve.
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Obscured guidance from federal agencies creates an accountability gap. What can the state do?
Sutherland recently testified to legislative panel about the need for transparency in guidance provided by federal agencies to state and local governments in Utah.
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Impacts as far as the eye can see: Utah’s public lands lawsuit
A new dawn of federalism may be coming to our states, particularly as it pertains to federal lands. The potential impacts are quite literally vast.
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The Supreme Court Shouldn’t Let The Federal Government Control 70 Percent Of A State’s Land
The court should accept Utah’s case and give the state a chance to make its argument against this federal overreach.
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How to stop worrying about presidential elections and learn to love federalism
Voters, pundits, and elected officials themselves should embrace a healthier and more constitutionally grounded alternative to the current rhetoric.