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"North Carolina is ranked No. 4 in the country in economic outlook in the 19th annual Rich States, Poor States ranking." ~@thecentersquare thecentersquare.com/north_carolina…

"Utah has again been named the No. 1 state in the nation for its economic outlook — making this the 19th year in a row — according to a new report released by the pro “limited government” think tank American Legislative Exchange Council." ~@YahooNews yahoo.com/news/articles/…

This ranking isn’t about one great season. It’s about nearly two decades of consistent excellence. That kind of success doesn’t come from government. It comes from the people of Utah. Utahns who work hard, take risks, build businesses, raise families, and strengthen their communities every single day. That’s how you build success. deseret.com/politics/2026/…

New Economic Outlook rankings from @ALEC_states are out, and Arkansas is #6! When I took office we were ranked 15th - this is the highest Arkansas has ever been ranked since they started this list in 2008. Our state’s low-tax, pro-growth policies are paying off! richstatespoorstates.org/states/AR/

Highlights from Capitol Hill! Yesterday, we celebrated the launch of Rich States, Poor States in the U.S. Capitol alongside Utah's Congressional delegation, 40+ Utah state legislators, and ALEC private sector partners for a press conference and release event. Our event featured Utah Senate President @JStuartAdams, Speaker @mschultz_12, Senate Majority Leader Kirk Cullimore as well as @StephenMoore, ALEC CEO @Lisabnelson, and ALEC President and Chief Economist @Taxeconomist. See where your state ranks at RichStatesPoorStates.org

For nearly two decades, Rich States, Poor States has been the go-to guide for state legislators on how Americans are voting with their feet in favor of economic opportunity. Tomorrow, the latest rankings drop. See where your state stands at RichStatesPoorStates.org!

Utah continues to lead the nation in economic outlook because of the hardworking Utahns who call our state home. I'm excited to be in D.C. to celebrate Utah being named the No. 1 state in the nation for Economic Outlook for the 19th year in a row by @ALEC_states. Behind this ranking are families, small business owners, and workers who show up every day to build stronger communities and a brighter future. Our responsibility is to match that effort with policies that keep opportunity growing, support job creation, and ensure responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars.

Utah’s No. 1 ranking for economic outlook for the 19th straight year is a reflection of real opportunities for Utah families. It means our jobs are growing, wages are improving and communities are staying strong. For many young people entering the workforce today, this level of opportunity is all they’ve ever known. As we look ahead, our focus remains the same: keep Utah a place where opportunity is available for every family and every community.

Today ALEC releases the 19th Rich States, Poor States as Utah ranks #1 again! Join ALEC's @Lisabnelson, @Taxeconomist & @LeeSchalk with Utah Sen. President @JStuartAdams & Sen. Maj. Leader Kirk Cullimore on 19 years at the top and lessons for growth. richstatespoorstates.org

"He is not here: for He is risen, as He said." -Matthew 28:6 From our ALEC family to yours, we wish you a blessed and hopeful Easter.

Check out the all new @ALEC_states Energy Affordability Report released this morning! How does your state rank? Great work by @CurrentLora @TheProdiJake @LeeSchalk and our entire ALEC team alec.org/publication/en…

Tune in Saturday and Sunday at 2 PM! ALEC Senior VP of Policy @LeeSchalk will join @OANN’s Weekly Briefing to discuss the future of Iran, recent Supreme Court decisions, fraud in Minnesota, and the latest primary election results.

"Ohio lawmakers have a responsibility to ensure that energy mandates do not drive-up costs or undermine economic competitiveness." ~ @CurrentLora in @RealClearEnergy realclearenergy.org/2026/03/05/a_s…

Thank you ALEC, @GovBraun and State Representative Tim O’Brien for your partnership in building a movement from the states that puts the high beams on our national debt crisis and our absolute need to restore America’s fiscal solvency.

"This is an issue that has growing momentum behind it." @wvhouse @wvsenate @wvgovernor @ForAcv @ALEC_states @wvlegislature legalnewsline.com/west-virginia-…

Congratulations to our latest policy champions: Indiana Representative Timothy O’Brien, Comptroller @Elise_Nieshalla, and @GovBraun for highlighting our national debt crisis and the threat it poses to national security.

On the road across the states! Last week, ALEC President & Chief Economist @Taxeconomist, Senior VP of Policy @1eescha1k, and @TimParrishVA of @AFPVA talked about their favorite Virginians and the latest policy ideas in the Commonwealth.

Registration for the 53rd ALEC & ACCE Annual Meeting is NOW OPEN! Reserve your spot now at the link below: web.cvent.com/event/d252f1ad…

What makes sound tax policy? ALEC President and Chief Economist @Taxeconomist, Senior Vice President of Policy @1eescha1k, and Tax & Fiscal Policy Director @jmeyer01223 sit down to discuss the general principles states can adopt to ensure principled tax policy.

Great trip to Richmond. Thank you @TimParrishVA and @AFPVA for hosting our policy discussion.