by Rusty Cannon | Jan 5, 2023 | Newsletters, The Utah Taxpayer
One of the more hotly debated issues this year is the increased pressure around the globe regarding ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance). As the discussion continues on its effects and consequences, the Utah Taxpayers Association has formalized the following:...
by Tax Watchdog | Dec 19, 2022 | Publications, Newsletters, The Utah Taxpayer
The Utah Taxpayers Association is pleased to announce the 1st edition of a new annual report, titled “The Pork Barrel”. The report is an annual analysis of the Utah State Budget to provide transparency and accountability. For the first edition of the report, the...
by Malah Armstrong | Dec 16, 2022 | Newsletters, The Utah Taxpayer
On Tuesday, December 13th, 2022, the Legislative Auditor General presented to the Legislative Audit Committee An In-Depth Budget Review of the Salt Lake City School District. The comprehensive report outlined a number of issues with the economy and efficiency of the...
by Malah Armstrong | Dec 2, 2022 | Newsletters, The Utah Taxpayer
Recent headlines have spread concern that Social Security is going bankrupt. While this is a bit of an exaggeration, it is true that Social Security trust funds are projected to be exhausted by 2037. Continuing taxes would only be able to pay for around 76% of...
by Malah Armstrong | Dec 2, 2022 | Newsletters, The Utah Taxpayer
The proposed gondola at Little Cottonwood Canyon has been the topic of heated discussion over the last several months. The intention behind the gondola is to reduce traffic in the canyon in an environmentally friendly way while maintaining its aesthetic. Many are...
by Rusty Cannon | Dec 2, 2022 | Newsletters, The Utah Taxpayer
After several Utah cities wisely decided to exit the UAMPS Small Modular Nuclear Reactor (SMR) Program two years ago, the remaining cities continued to put their ratepayers and taxpayers at risk while waiting for the next round of updates on the project. The Utah...
