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Beer tax leaves bitter aftertaste

Ben Cunningham and Justin Owen pen a Tennessean article in favor of reforming Tennessee’s beer tax, which is the highest in the nation.

February 26th, 2013 | Commentary | Read More

Restrictions on EBT cards clears Senate

TN Report analyzes Beacon’s role in the move to curb EBT card abuse under welfare.

February 26th, 2013 | Recent News | Read More

Beacon applauds welfare reform

Lawmakers enact tough penalties for welfare abuse on the heels of a Beacon Center investigation that found purchases at liquor stores and strip clubs.

February 25th, 2013 | Recent News | Read More

The Choice is Ours: Empowering Families through Opportunity Scholarships

A new report examines how school choice has changed lives, while other families struggle to find educational options for their children.

February 25th, 2013 | Feature, Policy | Read More

Growing debate over school choice

Knoxville’s alternative newspaper looks at the discussion heating up over opportunity scholarships.

February 20th, 2013 | Recent News | Read More

Welfare abuse bill passes Senate panel

Proposal receives widespread support following Beacon’s investigation

February 20th, 2013 | Recent News | Read More

WBIR gets Beacon’s take on legislative session

The Knoxville TV station interviews Justin Owen on a range of upcoming policy issues.

February 19th, 2013 | Recent News | Read More

Mayor of Memphis takes taxpayers for a ride

Beacon Director of Policy Trey Moore comments on the mayor’s expensive SUV Cadillac, funded by taxpayers.

February 7th, 2013 | Recent News | Read More

Beacon investigation prompts welfare reform bill

Legislation is filed to protect taxpayers from abusive use of EBT cards

January 30th, 2013 | Recent News | Read More

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