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Which states are poised for economic growth? New report explores

Texas remains the leader among the 50 states in terms of economic vitality — for the moment. But a heavy debt load and high property and sales taxes imperil its future growth, according a new survey by the American Legislative Exchange Council. And the state with the best overall economic outlook?

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States see value in cutting taxes

A new report by the Center for State Fiscal Reform at the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) highlights states that are spurring economic growth by cutting taxes. The report highlights a number of states that have qualified for all three editions of ALEC's "State Tax Cut Roundup.