Policy
Family
The foundation of a successful society lies within the institution of the family. We have an obligation to protect the integrity and autonomy of the family, with parents being the rightful leaders of the institution. By implementing sound, principled family policy, we protect every facet of our American way of life. With united families, we put our next generation in the best position to succeed by ensuring that they have the support and liberty to achieve the American dream.
A nation cannot stand without a unified people. That is why protecting the institution of the family is of utmost importance. As the individuals who know their children best, parents should know that the law serves to defend and protect their right to lead their family independent of undue government influence.
Family
The foundation of a successful society lies within the institution of the family. We have an obligation to protect the integrity and autonomy of the family, with parents being the rightful leaders of the institution. By implementing sound, principled family policy, we protect every facet of our American way of life. With united families, we put our next generation in the best position to succeed by ensuring that they have the support and liberty to achieve the American dream.
A nation cannot stand without a unified people. That is why protecting the institution of the family is of utmost importance. As the individuals who know their children best, parents should know that the law serves to defend and protect their right to lead their family independent of undue government influence.
Conversations
The single greatest determinant for kids
The (not-so) secret to success
Kids flourish with married parents
The Two-Parent Privilege, with Melissa Kearney
The 'travel team trap' and unhealthy family dynamics
Is America more "Family Unfriendly" today? With Tim Carney
Legislative wins for religious freedom, family policy and more in the 2024 session
Family relationships are an antidote to America's loneliness epidemic
Sutherland Institute on KMTI: Strengthening family relationships and family-friendly policy
The single greatest determinant for kids
The (not-so) secret to success
Kids flourish with married parents
Insights & Takeaways
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act helps support families
We take a deeper look into how the bill came to be, its benefits and possible unintended consequences, and its implications for employers.
The ‘Utah family miracle’ and why it matters
Utah’s economic success cannot be separated from the strength and stability of its families.
Employer FAQ: Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
The new federal law aims to protect pregnant women from workplace discrimination. Here's what employers need to know moving forward.
Utah’s middle class – where it stands and why it matters
Policymakers should pursue principled approaches that help facilitate pathways to – and affordability within – a middle-class life in Utah.
Economics: What have families got to do with it? A lot
If families are the primary driver of Utah’s economy, then economic policy is family policy and vice versa.
3 reasons district public school enrollment is on the decline
As Utah prioritizes education, many families are choosing tailored education for their children rather than the traditional public school setting.
How to strengthen the ‘success sequence’ in Utah
Growing numbers of young adults across America — including here in Utah — are moving into adulthood without a durable connection to two benchmarks strongly connected to human well-being: work and marriage.
Pregnant Workers Fairness Act: What expectant mothers need to know
The new act increases accommodations for pregnant women in the workplace.
How the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act could help this Utah nurse
Shalayna’s story as a working nurse sheds light on a common problem for Utah’s pregnant and postpartum healthcare workers.