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Texas is taking the lead in advancing the latest medical innovations, particularly for veterans of the armed forces. At the ALEC States and Nation Policy Summit in Fort Worth, TX, Americans for Ibogaine CEO W. Bryan Hubbard outlined his vision for more states becoming innovators in developing these medical treatments. Hubbard also sat down with ALEC TV to detail the results from Ibogaine, a plant-derived molecule, used to treat traumatic brain injury, mental health issues, and medication dependence. Special Guest: W. Bryan Hubbard.

Texas State Representative Caroline Harris Davila discussed her experiences and initiatives in healthcare transparency in the Texas legislature while being interviewed at the ALEC 2025 States & Nation Policy Summit in Fort Worth. Special Guest: Caroline Harris Davila.

Illinois State Representative John Cabello joins ALEC CEO Lisa B. Nelson to discuss taxes, regulation, and the uphill fight to restore fiscal sanity in the Land of Lincoln. Special Guest: John Cabello.

Kansas State Senator Stephen Owens spoke on ALEC TV about championing entrepreneurship, regulatory reform, and aviation initiatives to boost Kansas’ economic growth. Special Guest: Stephen Owens.

For New Jersey Assemblyman Paul Kanitra, the past year has been nothing short of “crazy.” At ALEC’s 52nd Annual Meeting in Indianapolis, he described a state budget that has expanded considerably since Governor Christie left office in 2018. Now, with a spending spree aimed at ideological projects rather than practical needs, the people of the Garden State are paying more for less. Special Guest: Paul Kanitra.

For Iowa State Senator Kara Warme, public service began with a belief that families deserve a voice in shaping the future of their state. A mom of two teenage daughters, with a background in engineering, business, and behavioral health, Warme came to the legislature determined to bring that blend of personal and professional experience to Des Moines. Special Guest: Kara Warme.

At ALEC’s 52nd Annual Meeting in Indianapolis, Kentucky Sen. Steve Rawlings didn’t just arrive as a first-time Policy Champion, he arrived as a fighter. An attorney by training and a lawmaker by conviction, Rawlings has been pushing back against unchecked bureaucratic power and laying the groundwork for reforms that protect liberty and strengthen state sovereignty. Special Guest: Steve Rawlings.

Illinois Rep. John Cabello explains how Republicans in a super minority can still fight back, rally citizens & hold the majority accountable. Special Guest: John Cabello.

As debates over worker rights ripple across the country, one message continues to echo from state to state: workers deserve the freedom to choose the work arrangements that fit their lives best. But how should lawmakers turn that principle into policy? To help answer that, ALEC Commerce, Insurance, and Economic Development Task Force Manager Alan Jernigan and Institute for the American Worker President Vincent Vernuccio sat down on a recent ALEC TV Breakdown to spotlight the third edition of States That Work: A Labor Policy Roadmap Across America. The publication, they explained, is more than a report—it’s a call to action. Special Guest: F. Vincent Vernuccio.

One of North Carolina’s newest legislators tackles property tax reform with confidence and conviction. North Carolina Representative Brian Echevarria spoke with ALEC Director of Policy Advancement and Media Relations Lars Dalseide on ALEC TV about turning a family challenge into a political calling by championing property tax reform. Special Guest: Brian Echevarria.

ALEC Board Member Jim Dotson shares how Arkansas climbed into the top 10 in economic competitiveness and why it won't stop there. Special Guest: Jim Dotson.

At the 52nd ALEC Annual Meeting, Michigan Speaker Matt Hall described his priorities as rooted in the belief that economic growth and public safety go hand in hand. By focusing on a business climate that rewards investment, infrastructure spending that delivers results, and policies that respect the rule of law, he believes Michigan can compete with the strongest states in the nation while protecting the communities that call it home. Special Guest: Matt Hall.

Montana State Representative Kerri Seekins-Crowe may represent just over 10,000 constituents in Yellowstone County, but she carries the concerns of Montana’s working families with her wherever she goes. At ALEC’s 52nd Annual Meeting in Indianapolis, the ALEC State Chair reflected on her path into public service, her recent legislative priorities, and what she hopes to take home from the conference. Special Guest: Kerri Seekins-Crowe.

Speaker Daniel Hawkins talks budget discipline, building camaraderie, and leadership at the ALEC Annual Meeting in Indianapolis. Special Guest: Daniel Hawkins.

On a special edition of the Across the States podcast, ALEC Executive Vice President Lee Schalk and ALEC President and Chief Economist Jonathan Williams sat down to discuss the newest edition of Rich States, Poor States: The ALEC-Laffer State Economic Competitiveness Index. Now in its 18th year, the report has become one of the most anticipated annual releases for state lawmakers and policy watchers alike — and this year’s rankings didn’t disappoint. Special Guest: Jonathan Williams.