E for Effort?
Despite recent reforms, schools still ignore teacher effectiveness when setting pay. … more
State Supreme Court Fails to Fix Disastrous FOIA Ruling
The Legislature should act swiftly to restore the intent behind Michigan’s public disclosure law, Center attorney says. … more
Taxpayers No Longer Prevailed Upon
Repeal of prevailing wage law will save money on state construction projects. … more
New Online Database of High School ‘Context and Performance’
Data for 678 schools range from ACT and MME scores to percentage of students qualifying for school lunch subsidies. … more
Are Unions an End in Themselves?
New rules make it harder for businesses to respond to both employee concerns and unionization efforts. … more
300 Sheets to the Wind
Archaic and convoluted distribution laws hurt local craft brewers. … more
Gaming the System
Federal subsidies for video games? … more
Veteran Lansing Reporter Joins Capitol Confidential
"Highly regarded" MIRS reporter and analyst, Jack Spencer, will cover Capitol beat. … more
Center Study Compares School District Finances by Locale
New report breaks down revenues and operational spending for Michigan's urban, suburban, town and rural districts. … more


