We work extensively on both state and national policy, focusing on issues that other groups tend to neglect. Our specialty is in tackling issues that are complex, but don’t necessarily grab major headlines. These are the areas where we think we can have a real impact.
The Issue
Publications
California Makes Housing Scarcer
Media Coverage
From Intellectual Takeout:
Hostility towards landlords results in many dwellings being left vacant rather than housing a needy tenant. Would-be landlords won’t rent out, for fear that they…
The Andy Caldwell Show with Dr. Don Boys, Keisha Russell, Steven Greenhut & Joe Armendariz
Media Coverage
From The Andy Caldwell Show:
Dr. Don Boys, Ph.D., former member of the Indiana House of Representatives, columnist for USA Today and author of 18 books including, “Muslim Invasion: The Fuse is…
For nearly 50 years, FedEx’s local package delivery method has largely gone unchanged, but it may soon evolve. The multinational corporation is currently working with the city of Manchester to…
California Chamber of Commerce Names Sen. Morrell’s Business Fee Relief Bill a Top Priority
Media Coverage
From Yucaipa Daily News:
Sponsorship of SB 601 includes the R Street Institute, a nonpartisan policy research nonprofit that focuses on free market issues. The bill is also supported by…
Dear
Sen. Bates,
My name is Steven Greenhut and I am senior
fellow and Western Region Director at the R Street Institute . R Street is a think
tank devoted to pragmatic free-market solutions to…
Texas Moves Closer to Boosting Private Flood Market
R.J. Lehmann
The nation’s second-largest market for flood insurance may soon join more than a dozen other states in waiving requirements that insureds first search the admitted market before placing a private…
Does the NAACP Care about Black People?
Media Coverage
From National Review’s Radio Free California Podcast:
Guest Steve Greenhut (R Street) talks with Will about the charter-school fight inside the NAACP, the real causes of homelessness, and the…
Plans for free tuition punish hard work, drive up debt
Steven Greenhut
Americans need a car in our road-dependent society, but the cost of the average vehicle has soared into the mid-30s. Payments are pushing $600 a month, leaving many people strapped to afford…
Sacramento’s Biggest Gasbags
Steven Greenhut
Don’t be alarmed by soaring California gasoline prices, which have topped $4 a gallon at most gas stations around the state. Gov. Gavin Newsom and Democratic legislative leaders are on…
Members of the committee,
My name is R.J. Lehmann and I
direct insurance policy for the R Street Institute, a nonprofit, nonpartisan
public policy research organization. Our mission is to engage…