Agenda for Leadership 2026 is available!
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Inaugural US DataLabs Ranking Finds Alaska the State Most Dependent on Federal Funds, Idaho the Least
Massachusetts Economic Development Bill Includes a Key Provision for Streamlining the Review of Housing Development Applications
New Toolkit Calls for Charter Schools to Renew Commitment to Academic Excellence
Tax Day: A Reflection on State Income Taxes and Competitiveness
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Dependency Index – Federal Money to the States
Think you know which states depend most on Washington? Pioneer’s new Dependency Index may change your mind. Alaska ranks most dependent on federal funds, and Idaho ranks least. Check out where your state ranks here! https://loom.ly/6LMwO0c
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PioneerEducation supports excellent school options for all children, world-class liberal arts-based academic standards, and accountability for results in public education.
PioneerHealthcare champions market-based reforms to rein in the cost and improve the quality of care for patients.
PioneerOpportunity seeks a business climate in which entrepreneurs and employees benefit from a thriving economy.
American Citizenship: To increase public engagement in the nation’s civic life, Pioneer champions K-12 history and civics education, and provides transparent government data for citizens to hold their state governments accountable.