Estimation of Common Space State Legislator Ideology Scores Using Model Legislation

• In Event: Advances in Measurement of Ideology and Party Loyalty

Brief Overview

Estimating state legislator ideal points is challenging as each state has unique members and agendas. We use legislation introduced in nearly-identical form across multiple states as bridges to create a common space for estimates across all states.

Authors

• Alexander Furnas, Northwestern University

• Charles R. Shipan, University of Michigan

• Alton Boyd Hale Worthington, University of Michigan