The regard for “Hamilton,” the world-famous Broadway play, reveals how big of an impact the United States secretary of the Treasury is capable of. Alexander Hamilton was, of course, the first Treasury secretary and among the best known. The 76 secretaries in our nation’s history have wielded power and influence regarding the direction of the United States economy. This principal economic advisor to the president focuses on how policies enacted by the government could potentially impact overall economic health and financial systems.

The American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) is dedicated to the principles of limited government, free markets and federalism. When government reduces the tax burden, eliminates onerous regulatory policies, balances budgets and allows the free market to determine outcomes, all Americans are better off. The secretary of the Treasury is an influential voice concerning these issues.