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How Republican Tax Reform Could Cause You to Sit in More Traffic
The House bill makes the mistake of killing tax-exempt private activity bonds for transportation projects. Killing these bonds will destabilize bond markets and derail infrastructure projects across the country.
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Michigan Municipalities Face a Retirement Benefit Crisis
There is a serious need for Michigan to address its local OPEB and pension debt
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State Funded Ratios Over Time
The evolution in funded ratios for state pension plans from 2001-16
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Public-Private Partnerships and the Forthcoming Trump Infrastructure Plan
Although the specifics of the White House infrastructure plan are still murky
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There Isn’t a Teen E-Cigarette Epidemic
E-cigarettes are a safer alternative to smoking and any federal e-cigarette policies should focus on how to save lives and improve public health.
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How Transportation Can Be Improved in Sarasota
It might make sense to offer transit vouchers for ride-sharing and paratransit services.
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House Republicans’ Tax Bill Threatens Private Infrastructure Investment
One of the provisions in the emerging House tax reform bill could devastate private investment in transportation infrastructure.
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The Legalities of Pension Reform: How Do You Get There From Here?
Different legal regimes in different states impose different constraints on the pension reform process
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Pension Reform Should Consider Employee Needs, Workforce Objectives
Retirement plan designs need to evolve with employee preferences, workplace trends
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Which States Are Hiding the Most Pension Debt
How Much Do Reported Pension Obligations Increase When Using a Market Valuation of the Promised Benefits
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Congress Has Opportunity to Reform our Low-Tech Air Traffic Control System
Every time you fly, your flight is guided by air traffic controllers. Although our air traffic control (ATC) system is the world’s busiest, it is no longer the world’s most-advanced nor the most efficient.
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A Vote to Modernize the Air Traffic Control System
America’s efforts to modernize its air traffic control system are over budget, behind schedule and far less advanced than in other countries.