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73: Universal Recognition in Mississippi w/ State Legislator of the Month Rep. Becky Currie Mar 16, 2021

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Over 40 million Americans are employed with occupational licenses, yet the majority lose their licenses once they cross state lines. But in Mississippi, that is beginning to change with universal recognition, which helps ease the overly burdensome and duplicative licensing process that prevents workers from out of state gaining employment in their chosen profession. Since this recording, the Mississippi legislation has made its way to Governor Reeves' desk. Join host Hunter Hamberlin as he sits down with ALEC director of the Commerce, Insurance and Economic Development task force Michael Slabinski and ALEC State Legislator of the Month Representative Becky Currie to discuss how she took the lead on making universal recognition a reality.

To learn more about occupational licensing reform, contact MSlabinski@alec.org
ALEC Blog Post on Universal Recognition: https://www.alec.org/article/universal-recognition-a-win-for-american-workers-consumers-and-the-economy/
Mississippi Center for Public Policy article: https://mspolicy.org/hb-261-universal-recognition-for-occupational-licenses/

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72: The Collins Vision for Contactless Travel w/ LeAnn Ridgeway Mar 09, 2021

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It has been a difficult year for airlines as domestic and international travel is down due to the pandemic. But as we begin to leave the pandemic and lockdowns behind, Collins Aerospace is ready to help Americans take flight again with their innovation in contactless travel. Join your host Bill Meierling as he sits down with Collins Aerospace Vice President and General Manager of Information Management Solutions LeAnn Ridgeway, who charts the course to how states can build consumer confidence and return to flight.

Contactless Travel: collinsaerospace.com/what-we-do/Airports/Contactless-Passenger-Journey
Collins Aerospace Website: https://www.collinsaerospace.com/
LeAnn Ridgeway in Simple Flying: https://simpleflying.com/collins-aerospace-covid-technology/
ALEC Panel on Return to Flight: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksiKx-cpyN4
Collins Aerospace biometrics solutions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wc2TZqmFRUU

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71: Smart Cities II w/ Jonathon Hauenschild Feb 25, 2021

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Join us this week as we continue our discussion with Jonathon Hauenschild on an increasingly relevant issue facing our nation’s rural and urban centers: reliable, quality, cost-effective internet access. Smart Cities have existed in foreign countries for decades. Learn how barriers like government over-regulation and free-market throttling contribute to the U.S. falling behind in connecting its citizens to the web – and the solutions we can act on now.

Smart Cities on the ALEC Blog: https://www.alec.org/article/is-it-time-to-end-smart-cities/

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70: Good States, Bad Cities w/ Skip Estes Feb 12, 2021

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Despite the financial consequences from an economic shutdown, several states are posting impressive growth numbers. Host Hunter Hamberlin is joined by ALEC Associate Director of the Tax and Fiscal Policy task force to explore how the growing cities in these states are getting good results by exploring indicators such as job growth, wage growth and new residents. Listen to learn how these cities implement sound fiscal policies – like no state income tax – to realize the benefits of growth and prosperity.

Skip Estes: Bernie Sanders’ Mittens are the Newest Victim of Anti-Growth Policies: https://www.alec.org/article/bernie-sanders-mittens-are-the-newest-victim-of-anti-growth-policies/
Skip Estes in Real Clear Politics: https://www.realclearpolicy.com/articles/2020/12/29/new_treasury_rule_subsidizes_high-tax_states_654677.html?fbclid=IwAR1yQVEA8Du6DKWR4EVUYAH3S_Ixv7jEwn155XIqBPbnbEvxks8BQ704AUQ
Skip Estes in Issues & Insights: https://issuesinsights.com/2020/11/12/state-voters-weigh-in-on-taxes-with-some-surprising-results/

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69: “Smart” Cities w/ Jonathon Hauenschild Feb 04, 2021

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Do you know how smart your city is? On today’s episode, host Hunter Hamberlin sits down with ALEC Communication and Technology Task Force Director Jonathon Hauneschild to discuss what makes a city “smart,” how it can improve communities and the risks that may come with “smart” city data.

Smart Cities on the ALEC Blog: https://www.alec.org/article/is-it-time-to-end-smart-cities/

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68: Keeping Utah Resilient During COVID-19 w/ State Legislator of the Month Pres. Stuart Adams Jan 28, 2021

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Join ALEC CEO Lisa Nelson as she discusses the success Utah demonstrates during the trials and tribulations of COVID-19 with the ALEC 2021 Chairman and January State Legislator of the Month, Utah Senate President Stuart Adams. President Adams offers insight into the policies and practices that have saved lives – and livelihoods – in the Beehive State. From remaining open for business since May 2020 to giving teachers raises, Utah has demonstrated that local legislative approaches couched in sound economic policies are more than capable of keeping things running smoothly.

1 Ranked Utah in Rich States, Poor States: https://www.richstatespoorstates.org/states/UT/

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67: Counterfeit Drugs in the States w/ Pfizer Dec 17, 2020

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Counterfeit drugs have been found in all 50 states and threaten the safety and health of Americans. Industry leaders have stepped up to do their part in keeping them out of the hands of unknowing Americans. Since 2004, Pfizer has stopped over 260 million doses of counterfeit drugs in the states. On the podcast to discuss this and the state policy that plays a role are Pfizer Vice President and Chief Security Officer Lev Kubiak and ALEC Director of the Health and Human Services Task Force Brooklyn Roberts.

Learn More about Pfizer’s Campaign: https://www.pfizer.com/counterfeiting/counterfeitawarenesscampaign
Find an accredited pharmacy: https://nabp.pharmacy/programs/accreditations-inspections/digital-pharmacy/accredited-digital-pharmacies/
Partnership for Safe Medicines Link - https://www.safemedicines.org/
The Uphill Fight Against Fake Prescription Drugs (Behind a Paywall but discusses social media role in counterfeit drug distribution): https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-uphill-fight-against-fake-prescription-drugs-1539009351
Internet Ordered Viagra is Rarely Genuine Illustrates counterfeit drug sales on internet platforms: https://www.jsm.jsexmed.org/article/S1743-6095(15)33810-8/abstract
Measuring Impact of Counterfeits Gives a better understanding of the costs associated in addition to the patient health and safety risks: https://www.uschamber.com/report/measuring-the-magnitude-global-counterfeiting-creation-contemporary-global-measure-physical
Pharmaceutical Security Institute: https://www.psi-inc.org/pharma-crime

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66: Investing in Mississippi’s Future During COVID-19 w/ State Legislator of the Month Sen. Joel Carter Nov 18, 2020

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When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, state legislatures across the country were faced with declining revenue and increased costs attributable to the virus, and the federal government quickly responded with the first installment of CARES Act funding. In Mississippi, because of prior fiscal restraint and a respect for taxpayer money, the legislature was able to employ these funds to not only respond to the current COVID crisis, but to invest in the state’s future. Join host Dan Reynolds and October State Legislator of the Month Mississippi Senator Joel Carter as they discuss how.

Mississippi to receive $16M to expand broadband access in the Clarion Ledger: https://www.clarionledger.com/story/news/2020/07/15/rural-broadband-mississippi-receive-federal-aid-expand-coverage/5440141002/

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65: COVID-19: A Crisis for the Hotel Industry w/ AAHOA Nov 14, 2020

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On the podcast we often discuss the impact COVID-19 had on various industries across the states. With business closures and no travel orders, the pandemic has been the worst crisis for our country’s hotel industry. Today we are joined by the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA), the nation’s largest hotel owners association, to discuss how the hotel industry is filled with small businesses across the country, and how this pandemic has impacted these businesses. AAHOA CEO Dr. Cecil P. Staton, AAHOA Vice President for Government Affairs at AAHOA Chirag Shah and Maine County Commissioner Andre Cushing join host Dan Reynolds to weigh in.

AAHOA Website: https://www.aahoa.com/

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64: 1776 Unites w/ Bob Woodson and Ian Rowe Nov 11, 2020

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Imagine a nonpartisan and intellectually diverse alliance of writers, thinkers and activists, all working to find solutions to our country’s greatest challenges in education, culture and upward mobility. 1776 Unites does just that, by maintaining a special focus on voices in the black community and starting a movement to shape the American future by drawing on the best of its past. Joining the podcast today to tell us more about 1776 Unites and how its mission will play out in the states is Bob Woodson, Founder and President the Woodson Center and the Founder of 1776 Unites, Ian Rowe, Resident Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute and Senior Visiting Fellow at the Woodson Center and Sherry Street, ALEC Vice President of Policy Advancement.

1776 Unites Website: https://1776unites.com/
1776 Unites Curriculum Page: https://1776unites.com/our-work/curriculum/

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