State Economy

Worker (gif)Washington State, like the rest of the nation, is struggling from the effects of the recent economic recession. This downturn has been especially hard-hitting: unemployment has risen to record levels, increasingly people are living without health insurance, and more and more Washingtonians are receiving food stamps. In order to set the stage for economic recovery, lawmakers must take a balanced approach that includes careful spending cuts and revenue increases so that vital services are not eliminated at a time when people need them most.


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Increasing Access to Healthy Food

June 29, 2009 - A recent report issued by the Washington State Budget & Policy Center finds that for those living in poverty and struggling to keep food on the table, financial and geographic barriers make it harder to shop at grocery stores.
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The Betty Jane Narver Policy Fellowship

A unique opportunity for future policy leaders

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The Washington State Budget & Policy Center is proud to announce the inaugural Betty Jane Narver Policy Fellowship, in honor of one of the most admired and productive figures in recent civic life.

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Executive Director Remy Trupin Discusses the 2010 Legislative Session on PubliCola

 

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How Much Would You Get? A Working Families Tax Rebate Calculator

 

WFTR Calculator

Fully funding the Working Families Tax Rebate should be part of any balanced approach to the state budget.  This online tool allows you to calculate how much the credit would be worth based on filing status, number of children, and the amount of earned income.

 

Executive Director Remy Trupin Discusses BPC and Think Tanks on TVW:

 

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