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Big win for families: Montana judge rejects attempt to stop implementation of ESA’s
An attempt by a coalition of teachers unions and public school activists to block implementation of Education Savings Accounts in Montana ha
Chris Cargill
Jul 11, 20242 min read


Surprising population data highlights need for policy trifecta
Policies matter and they have real consequence. Perhaps the starkest example of this is the ability of a citizen to vote with their feet.
Chris Cargill
May 24, 20241 min read


We need a right-to-work constitutional amendment - here's why
Imagine going to work and being forced to pay a fee from every paycheck for a service you don’t want. Frustration would be a mild...
Madilynne Clark
May 16, 20245 min read


Missoula’s proposed plastic bag ban will be incredibly ineffective
A trend. A fad. Feel-good legislation. Call plastic bag bans whatever you want, just don’t call them effective environmental policy.
Chris Cargill
May 15, 20242 min read


Training and inspiring the next generation of free market leaders
At the end of the program, MSPC's Board of Directors will select at least one participant to receive a $5,000 scholarship.
MSPC Newsroom
Dec 26, 20231 min read


The troubling education data - and the overwhelming support for change
It's difficult to find much good news about the direction of K-12 public education.
Chris Cargill
Oct 19, 20232 min read


Here are the states that charge the most gas tax
Americans are feeling a pain at the pump. But who is to blame for the higher prices? Government taxes and fees can make up a significant...
Chris Cargill
Aug 15, 20232 min read


Which state will be the next to axe its income tax?
Take a glance at tax policy across the nation and you'll notice an unmistakable trend - states are lowering or doing away with their...
Chris Cargill
Jul 31, 20231 min read


Montana special needs families now have more choices for education
Governor Greg Gianforte has signed a bill that creates Education Savings Accounts for special needs children in Montana.
Chris Cargill
May 22, 20231 min read


How many introduced bills actually become law?
Lawmakers across the region have introduced more than 4,000 new laws in 2023 legislative sessions.
Chris Cargill
May 3, 20231 min read


Ed choice breakthrough in Montana - ESA's for special needs children
The Montana Senate today signed off on a bill to provide Education Savings Accounts for special needs children. The vote was 26-24.
Chris Cargill
Apr 26, 20231 min read


Education choice opponents use same old arguments to fight Montana special needs bill
The Montana Senate is now considering a bill that would offer special needs children access to ESA worth roughly$6,816.
Chris Cargill
Apr 19, 20231 min read
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