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WASHINGTON (November 22, 2021)—In discussions of patent policy, the International Trade Commission (ITC) has often flown under the radar. Despite this, it wields significant authority over patent…
WASHINGTON (November 17, 2021)—States and the federal government are continually finding ways to reduce health care costs and improve health outcomes. Contraceptive access is one primary component…
WASHINGTON (Nov. 15, 2021)—The R Street Institute applauds Congresswoman Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) for her introduction of the States Reform Act. Cosponsored by Reps. Brian Mast (R-Fla.), Don Young…
WASHINGTON (November 15, 2021)—Elections have been a hot-button topic in 2021, with state legislatures at the epicenter. This paper provides a high-level summary of election legislation that made…
WASHINGTON (November 10, 2021)—Voting rights legislation is a key priority for Democrats in the 117th Congress. Among various proposals, many include amending the Voting Rights Act. Specifically,…
WASHINGTON (November 8, 2021) –– In March of 2020, when the United States started to shut down in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, most in-person visits for health services and/or preventative…
WASHINGTON (Nov. 3, 2021)—Following the vote to uphold the existence of the police department in Minneapolis, R Street’s Criminal Justice and Civil Liberties Director Jillian Snider released the…
WASHINGTON (Nov. 1, 2021)—Over the past several years, persistent and troubling problems with many of the internet’s online platforms and public spaces have come to light. In particular, the…
Washington, DC – Advocacy groups and Members of Congress, including Representatives Tony Cárdenas (D- CA), Karen Bass (D- CA), and Bruce Westerman (R-AR) are urging the passage of…
WASHINGTON (October 20, 2021)—With the UN Climate Change Conference coming up at the end of the month, the global community will once again tackle questions regarding how international climate…