Budget Policy & Priorities
Thursday, April 18, 2024
New study shows health disparities cost TX billions of dollars
Health disparities in Texas are not only making some people sick, but affecting the state's economy. A new study shows Texas is losing $7 billion a …
Thursday, April 18, 2024
Next steps after OR legislators make 'groundbreaking' housing investments
Oregon lawmakers passed a major housing package in this year's session, but said easing the state's housing crisis will take more work. Bills passed …
Thursday, April 18, 2024
Climate groups seek to remove tax breaks for oil and gas companies
As state budget negotiations continue, groups fighting climate change are asking California lawmakers to cut subsidies for oil and gas companies …
Thursday, April 18, 2024
CT lawmakers consider bills to boost public transit
Two pieces of legislation in Connecticut could bolster public transportation if they make it through the General Assembly. Senate Bill 277 would …
Thursday, April 18, 2024
IA cuts historical rural school groups
Educators and public school advocates are pushing back on a measure which would consolidate state-funded services that have been an important part of …
Thursday, April 18, 2024
Advocates want NY HEAT Act in the final budget
The New York HEAT Act might not make the final budget. The bill reduces the state's reliance on natural gas and cuts ratepayer costs by eliminating …
Thursday, April 18, 2024
TN poised to expand access to opioid treatment at Community Health Centers
There is light at the end of the tunnel for Tennesseans struggling with opioid addiction, as a bill has been passed to increase access to treatment …
Thursday, April 18, 2024
NE group predicts support for changes to gun dealer rules, background checks
Well over three-fourths of Americans support universal background checks for gun purchases, but federal law allows unlicensed people to sell guns at …
Thursday, April 18, 2024
A snapshot of federal investments being put to use in WI
City and county governments are feeling the pinch of rising operating costs but in Wisconsin, federal incentives are driving a range of local …
Thursday, April 18, 2024
Turnover in MA election officials as presidential election nears
Heightened scrutiny and harassment are helping fuel an increasing turnover rate of election officials in Massachusetts and beyond, according to a new …
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
STEM model may offer hope for PA child welfare workforce crisis
The child welfare system in Pennsylvania faces a staffing crisis affecting children and families throughout the system. The Child Welfare Resource …
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Burnout, low wages leave NH child care centers short staffed
A persistent child care worker shortage across New Hampshire is leaving families with few options. The state is currently short more than 7,000 …