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CommentaryAnother unanimous win for religious freedom at the Supreme Court
The Court’s support for religious freedom is a bright spot in our current political climate.
InsightsCongratulations to the High School Class of 2025
Graduates should make this summer one filled with moments of freedom and experiences that may help them find moments of awe.
InsightsWe reviewed all Utah school districts’ curriculum transparency efforts. Here’s what we found
Publishing curriculum information is not simply another checklist item or burden on administrators; it is a significant force multiplier that can improve parent-teacher relations and foster trust.
InsightsRuling against school choice: A legal misread in Utah
A Utah court recently blocked school choice aid by ignoring clear legal text in favor of vague intent claims.
InsightsWhat’s happening with education choice policy?
There’s movement on a federal scholarship tax credit while more states adopt private school choice policies.
CommentaryCongress should follow Utah’s lead on protecting kids online with app store law
A new bill to regulate app stores has been introduced in Congress.
InsightsHow faith bolsters mental health
Religion is not only valuable for protecting believers but has significant benefits for all members of the community.
InsightsUtah Fits All Scholarship lawsuit and the use of public funds
As the legal battle for the Utah Fits All Scholarship program continues, it’s worth considering where our policy choices about public funding for education have led us and why our state chose them.
InsightsForced to facilitate abortion? A church challenges Washington’s health coverage law
A church in Washington is challenging a state law that requires it to provide abortion coverage in employee health care plans.
Another unanimous win for religious freedom at the Supreme Court
The Court’s support for religious freedom is a bright spot in our current political climate.
Congratulations to the High School Class of 2025
Graduates should make this summer one filled with moments of freedom and experiences that may help them find moments of awe.
We reviewed all Utah school districts’ curriculum transparency efforts. Here’s what we found
Publishing curriculum information is not simply another checklist item or burden on administrators; it is a significant force multiplier that can improve parent-teacher relations and foster trust.
Ruling against school choice: A legal misread in Utah
A Utah court recently blocked school choice aid by ignoring clear legal text in favor of vague intent claims.
What’s happening with education choice policy?
There’s movement on a federal scholarship tax credit while more states adopt private school choice policies.
Congress should follow Utah’s lead on protecting kids online with app store law
A new bill to regulate app stores has been introduced in Congress.
How faith bolsters mental health
Religion is not only valuable for protecting believers but has significant benefits for all members of the community.
Utah Fits All Scholarship lawsuit and the use of public funds
As the legal battle for the Utah Fits All Scholarship program continues, it’s worth considering where our policy choices about public funding for education have led us and why our state chose them.
Forced to facilitate abortion? A church challenges Washington’s health coverage law
A church in Washington is challenging a state law that requires it to provide abortion coverage in employee health care plans.