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Data Labs
June 4, 2026

The Rise of Internet Crimes in America and the States Most Vulnerable

As invisible as it is devastating, internet crime cost Americans almost $21 billion last year. Massachusetts, once a moderately targeted state, is now among the six most targeted in the country. Phishing and spoofing work to trick people through fake media—from texts to emails—to get sensitive information, gain access to a user’s device, or install harmful software. This is one of the most prevalent cybercrimes, especially because it requires no technical breach, only deception.
Education
June 3, 2026

Pioneer Institute Urges Governor Healey to Bring Federal Scholarship Dollars to Massachusetts Families

As states decide whether to participate in the new federal scholarship tax credit program, Pioneer Institute is urging Governor Healey to ensure Massachusetts families are not left behind. In a letter to the governor, Executive Director Jim Stergios notes that governors from blue states, including most recently New York Governor Kathy Hochul, have already moved to participate in the program. Massachusetts students and families should not be denied the same opportunity.
Opportunity
May 27, 2026

Pioneer Institute Applauds Healey Administration’s Proposal to Reduce LLC Filing Fees; More Reforms Needed to Address Economic Malaise

Pioneer Institute applauds the Healey Administration’s proposal to reduce the LLC filing fee from $500 to $100 and discount annual LLC fees during the early years of a new business. These changes remove two unnecessary barriers facing entrepreneurs and small business owners looking to launch and grow in Massachusetts. We believe that it is crucial that state leaders build on these proposals to address the Commonwealth’s economic malaise, which started with the pandemic.
Opportunity
May 20, 2026

Pioneer Institute Study Calls for Attrition Strategy to Rein in Record-High Massachusetts State Workforce

BOSTON – The size of the state workforce reached an all-time high in 2025, and a new Pioneer Institute study recommends implementing an attrition program that would reduce the number of positions under the governor’s authority by 5,000 and save taxpayers $1.5 billion over five years by backfilling three of every four positions that are vacated.
Opportunity
May 14, 2026

Blog: Massachusetts Needs Growth—Not More of the Same

Last week, the Massachusetts Taxpayers Foundation (MTF) released a “Bulletin” announcing its opposition to the tax cut ballot initiative. Odd for a taxpayers foundation to oppose a reduction in taxes. Even odder, however, was the Bulletin’s lack of concern about the Commonwealth’s current economic climate: dismal business formation, job losses, and weakening economic growth across the state. 

Latest Podcasts

EdChoice’s Leslie Hiner on School Choice Litigation

June 3, 2026

UK U-Sussex’s Andrew Hadfield on Edmund Spenser, The Faerie Queene, & Epic Poetry

May 27, 2026

Progressive Policy Institute’s Rachel Canter on Mississippi’s Academic Gains

May 20, 2026
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Opportunity
May 14, 2026

As Thousands of College Students Graduate Across Massachusetts, New Report Warns Many Will Leave

Pioneer Legal
May 13, 2026

Court Allows Boston Commercial Taxpayer Lawsuit to Move Forward

Opportunity
May 11, 2026

Greater Boston Chamber Survey: Youth Outmigration Risks Remain Amidst High Housing Costs, Stagnant Job Market

Healthcare
May 7, 2026

Pioneer Study: Seniors Paid More for Key Drugs Despite Federal Price Controls 

Opportunity
May 5, 2026

Boston is 48th out of 55 Metro Areas in the Competition for Young Workers

Opportunity
April 29, 2026

New Study Finds Massachusetts Business Formation Has Plummeted Despite National Surge

Data Labs
April 28, 2026

Inaugural US DataLabs Ranking Finds Alaska the State Most Dependent on Federal Funds, Idaho the Least

Opportunity
April 23, 2026

Massachusetts Economic Development Bill Includes a Key Provision for Streamlining the Review of Housing Development Applications

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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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Education Healthcare Opportunity American Citizenship

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.