The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) just released their report ranking all 50 states on their adoption of pro-worker, pro-growth labor reforms.
The report highlights where workers enjoy the most economic freedom—and where outdated mandates still hold them back.
From Right to Work protections and occupational licensing reforms to laws that defend Janus rights and promote transparency in public sector bargaining, the report identifies where lawmakers are clearing the path for upward mobility and where states continue to rely on coercive, bureaucratic systems that stifle opportunity.
Top Five States.
At number 1 was Arizona, then Utah, followed by Georgia at number 3, Arkansas came in fourth and Florida was ranked number 5.
The Bottom Five States.
46 was Connecticut. 47 was New York then at 48 was Oregon, 49 was Massachusetts and at 50 was Alaska.
ALEC said states like Florida received high praise for passing Universal Recognition laws that ensure licensed workers can continue their professions without red tape after relocating.
The group said more states are embracing reforms that empower workers and attract businesses, but those like New York and Massachusetts are doubling down on outdated mandates that drive prosperity away. laws that ensure licensed workers can continue their professions without red tape after relocating.
“Labor policies shape a state’s abilities to draw businesses and create economic opportunity,” said ALEC Board Member Chris Croft.
ALEC says Florida champions free market-friendly labor policies but union activism and regulatory overreach are still strong in other states.
“Winning states put their trust in workers instead of bureaucrats,” said Alan Jernigan, Manager of the ALEC Commerce, Insurance and Economic Development Task Force. “Whether it’s expanding job opportunities or letting workers keep more of what they earn, these states are proving that liberty is the best workforce development strategy.”
The American Legislative Exchange Council is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization and is the largest nonpartisan, voluntary membership organization of state legislators in the United States.
