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At first glance the differences in regulatory approaches between the two governors appear to be more continuity than change; however, the changes that do exist reveal an important shift in governing philosophy.
Following the Chatrie decision, a Mississippi judge found warrant requests for cell tower dumps do not establish probable cause or particularity requirements, making them unconstitutional general warrants.
These reforms will go a long way towards restoring affordability and opportunity to North Carolinians.
Despite past success in passing sunset laws—16 states currently have a limited regulatory sunset requirement and six states have a comprehensive regulatory sunset requirement—the most recent sunset law was passed a decade ago when West Virginia passed a law in 2016. Last year three states made strong efforts to pass such laws, but all fell short.
The full report provides model legislation, success stories, and additional resources to equip reform-minded policymakers.
States can pursue various options to reduce regulatory burdens and provide much-needed accountability and transparency to the regulatory process.
In 2025, Americans for Prosperity helped four state legislatures pass bills ending judicial deference: Missouri, Oklahoma, Kentucky, and Texas. This year, AFP continued building on this successful effort, with four more states ending judicial deference and a two other states coming oh-so close.
2026 saw several states act to protect their citizens and businesses from overregulation and return power to their legislative branches.
The takeaway from 2026 is clear: the push for guidance transparency is no longer limited to executive orders, it has entered the legislative mainstream.
