Policy Briefs
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How to Reform Illinois’ Nonviolent Class 4 Felony Statutes
Revising Illinois’ draconian sentencing rules for low-level, nonviolent drug possession and theft crimes.
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The Paris Agreement: An Assessment
Examining the Paris climate deal and policy options that would better address the problem of climate change
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Reforming Connecticut’s Pre-Trial System
Replacing monetary bail with a system that uses effective alternatives based upon risk assessment.
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Occupational Licensing Kills Jobs
Unnecessary Licenses Are Killing Jobs in Florida
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Best Practices for Setting Public Sector Pension Fund Discount Rates
The main objective should be for pension plans to shift toward having discount rates reflect the risks of liabilities—not the potential performance of assets.
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Sage Grouse Conservation: The Proven Successful Approach
Keys to protecting and increasing the sage grouse population
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Student-Based Budgeting Helps Principals Be More Effective Educators
Some school districts fear budget autonomy will distract principals but are finding it actually helps principals identify what is working and what is needed at their schools
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Devastating Fires Show Forest Management Reforms Are Badly Needed
How to fix the management of forests in the Northwest to better prevent and fight wildfires