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Buckeye Institute challenges New York gun law in Supreme Court
The Buckeye Institute has filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court in the case of Antonyuk v. James, representing Project 21, a national network of black political, civic, and business leaders.

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Buckeye Institute challenges Corporate Transparency Act at U.S. Court of Appeals
The Buckeye Institute has filed its fourth amicus brief in the case of Texas Top Cop Shop v. Bondi, urging the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit to uphold a district court's injunction against the Corporate Transparency Act.
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OPINION: Violent destruction is a crime, not a climate protest tactic
Environmentalist groups touting a “climate emergency” are preparing to deploy new tactics in opposing President Trump’s energy policies and, according to a recent article in Grist, aren’t taking any options off the table.
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Ohio taxpayers lose $663 million due to unindexed tax brackets
The Buckeye Institute has released a policy memo highlighting the financial impact on Ohio taxpayers due to the suspension of inflation-indexed tax brackets.
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Buckeye Institute challenges New Jersey's subpoena on First Amendment grounds
On Monday, The Buckeye Institute filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court, urging it to quash a subpoena issued by the New Jersey attorney general against First Choice Women’s Resource Centers.
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Buckeye Institute urges SCOTUS to reconsider Penn Central decision
The Buckeye Institute has submitted an amicus brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn the Penn Central decision, a case that has been in place for nearly 50 years.
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Buckeye Institute urges SCOTUS to reinforce nondelegation doctrine in FCC case
On Tuesday, The Buckeye Institute submitted an amicus brief in the case of Federal Communications Commission (FCC) v. Consumers’ Research.
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Ohio Senate considers bill promoting streamlined energy policies
The Buckeye Institute recently presented its views on Ohio Senate Bill 2 to the Ohio Senate Energy Committee.
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Buckeye Institute challenges proposed donor disclosure rules for amicus briefs
The Buckeye Institute has submitted public comments to the Judicial Conference of the United States, expressing concerns over proposed changes to court rules.
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Buckeye Institute files suit against OAPSE over alleged illegal wage deductions
The Buckeye Institute has initiated another legal action against the Ohio Association of Public School Employees (OAPSE), alleging illegal wage deductions.
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Buckeye Institute backs Ohio House Bill 15's proposed energy reforms
Columbus, OH – The Buckeye Institute has presented testimony to the Ohio House Energy Committee regarding Ohio House Bill 15.
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Buckeye Institute suggests reforms for Ohio Medicaid amid potential federal changes
Columbus, OH – The Buckeye Institute presented testimony to the Ohio House Medicaid Committee on Tuesday, suggesting reforms to improve Medicaid's integrity and protect the program from potential federal rule changes.
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Buckeye Institute supports reforms in Ohio Senate Bill 1 for higher education improvements
The Buckeye Institute recently presented testimony to the Ohio Senate Higher Education Committee regarding policies in Ohio Senate Bill 1.
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Buckeye Institute challenges FTC's noncompete regulation in court
On February 10, 2025, The Buckeye Institute submitted an amicus brief in the case of Ryan LLC v. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.
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Buckeye Institute proposes budget reforms for sustainable growth in Ohio
The Buckeye Institute has released a new policy brief titled "Building a Responsible, Pro-Growth Budget," which proposes policies for Ohio lawmakers to consider in the upcoming budget.
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The Buckeye Institute comments on Governor DeWine's FY 2026-2027 budget proposal
Rea S. Hederman Jr., executive director of the Economic Research Center and vice president of policy at The Buckeye Institute, shared initial thoughts on Governor Mike DeWine's proposed budget for fiscal years 2026-2027.
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Buckeye Institute calls on SCOTUS for fair treatment in business regulation cases
Columbus, OH – The Buckeye Institute has filed an amicus brief in the case of Jake’s Fireworks Inc. v. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), urging the U.S. Supreme Court to consider the case.
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Ohio sees steady job growth with focus on policy improvements
Rea S. Hederman Jr., executive director of the Economic Research Center and vice president of policy at The Buckeye Institute, shared insights on Ohio's job market following the release of a new jobs report by the Ohio Department of Job and Family...
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Report calls for overhaul in Ohio's energy policy
Columbus, OH – A new report titled "Better Energy Policy for Ohio" has been released by The Buckeye Institute in collaboration with Americans for Prosperity-Ohio.
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Buckeye Institute supports Ohio's plan for Medicaid work requirement waiver
The Buckeye Institute has submitted public comments to Ohio's Department of Medicaid, expressing support for the state's waiver application.