ALEC
Organizations & Companies abbreviation · Nonprofit
| Stands for | American Legislative Exchange Council |
|---|---|
| Categories | Organizations & Companies |
ALEC stands for American Legislative Exchange Council, a nonprofit abbreviation.
Membership organization of state legislators and private-sector members that develops and shares model legislation, generally favoring free markets and limited government.
Example: Critics noted the state bill closely tracked ALEC model legislation.
Usage notes
Founded in 1973, it brings legislators and corporate members together at conferences to discuss policy. It has drawn criticism from progressive groups, especially over model bills on voter ID and self-defense laws, which led some companies to leave around 2012. Supporters see it as a forum for state-level policy innovation.
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