In fact, Idaho was ranked second in the nation for economic freedom in a study by the Pacific Research Institute in Association with Forbes Magazine.

The study looks at a state based on how friendly state government policies are towards free enterprise or consumer choice.

According to the study, states that cut their marginal tax rates and enact right to work legislation see the arrival of more people and businesses.

Jan Rogers with the Southern Idaho Economic Development Organization says Idaho has ranked in the top five for the Economic Freedom Index since 1999.