"The next time a UT basketball fan complains about our lack of income tax, just remind them that without Tennessee’s forward-thinking tax policies, we would be stuck with the basketball equivalent of Butch Jones." READ MORE
Justin Owen addresses the facts about education savings accounts. READ MORE
What is needed is clear and concise language that encourages officers to issue a citation in lieu of arrest for low-level nonviolent offences unless there is a clear reason to arrest known to the officer at the time. READ MORE
In March, the Beacon Center of Tennessee was named one of Nashville’s Best Places to Work by the Nashville Business Journal (NBJ). READ MORE
As one of many changes to try to pay down Nashville's crippling debt, Mayor David Briley has decided to change the name of Nashville to Pizza Hut P'Zoneville. . . . Happy April Fool's Day from the Beacon Center! READ MORE
The government shouldn’t have the power to require you to pay to do something on your own property that doesn’t hurt anybody, especially when it’s a kid trying to make a couple of bucks on a hot Saturday afternoon. READ MORE
He has a clear vision for our state, and we look forward to helping pursue meaningful policy reforms that will make Tennessee a freer, more prosperous place to live, work, and raise a family. READ MORE
If approved, Tennessee would become the first state to receive a block grant enabling the state to design a Medicaid program that truly meets the needs of Tennesseans with innovative solutions. READ MORE
Over 21% of Tennessee workers currently need a license to work. That’s the 12th highest percentage in the land. READ MORE
Regulatory red tape strangles our entrepreneurs and often exists merely to shield industry insiders from competition rather than truly protect the public. READ MORE
This National School Choice Week, let’s focus on spreading real education opportunity to all Tennesseans. READ MORE
The city isn’t lacking for revenue. Its officials have a spending addiction. READ MORE
Beacon Releases New Study Showing Lack of Transparency & Accountability in State Incentive Programs
BY RON SHULTIS
The Beacon Center of Tennessee released a new report on the state of Tennessee's economic incentive programs and exposed major issues with many of the subsidies. READ MORE
Today the Beacon Center of Tennessee announced a new Vice President of Development and two new board members. READ MORE
A recent study by our friends at the Institute for Justice found that unnecessary licensing red tape keeps 46,068 Tennesseans out of work. READ MORE
Families like the Lopez family—who want and need choices for their children’s education—exist all over Tennessee. By implementing statewide ESAs, Tennessee parents will be able to decide the best course for their child’s education and dedicate the dollars that are already going toward education to their child’s specific needs. READ MORE
In the 13th annual Tennessee Pork Report, the Beacon Center once again revealed millions of dollars in government waste, fraud, and abuse ranging from a new taxpayer-funded MLS soccer stadium in Nashville to a Memphis company that was given $5 million just to move across town. READ MORE
‘Twas the night before Christmas, and as is tradition,We would like to say thank you for supporting our mission.This year was successful, and we hope you’ll agree,That our policy victories have made us more free. It’s the time of the year for you to uncork,Our report that is filled with overspending and porkOur Pork Report will... READ MORE