How Washington’s tax code can help advance racial justice
Reforming our inequitable tax code would help undo the damage of generations of racist policies, new brief shows
By Andy Nicholas - October 03, 2019
Economic security programs help everyone thrive
New Census data underscore need for investment in programs like WorkFirst and tax credits
By Liz Olson - September 26, 2019
The Budget & Policy Center is growing!
Exciting organizational changes are aimed at advancing economic well-being and racial equity
September 25, 2019
Protect SNAP to combat food insecurity
Too many Washingtonians still struggle to put food on the table
By Margaret Babayan and Jennifer Tran - September 20, 2019
Working Families Tax Relief Act is good for people who teach our kids and care for our loved ones
Millions of Washington workers would benefit from the federal proposal
By Margaret Babayan - August 30, 2019
“Public charge” rule threatens health of Washingtonians
The rule has widespread negative impacts
Washingtonians should oppose Trump proposal to take food away from families struggling to make ends meet
New rule would harm more than 175,000 people in our state
By Liz Olson - August 23, 2019
Tax credits for working families gaining steam in Washington and U.S.
Many proposals to provide income boosts to low-wage workers are moving forward
By Melinda Young-Flynn - August 16, 2019