Senate budget proposal makes key necessary investments, but paying for tax cuts with rainy day funds would undercut state’s long-term fiscal health
By Misha Werschkul - February 19, 2018
Budget & Tax Analysis, Property Tax, State Budget & Revenue
Our testimony on House Bill 2967 and the need to close the capital gains tax break
February 16, 2018
Budget & Tax Analysis, Capital Gains Tax, Education, State Budget & Revenue
State’s strong bump in projected revenue will allow lawmakers to devote more funding to schools
By Kelli Smith - February 15, 2018
Budget & Tax Analysis, State Budget & Revenue
President Trump’s budget won’t strengthen the economy. It will harm Washington state
By Misha Werschkul - February 12, 2018
Economic Well-Being, Federal Policy, Healthy People & Communities
Lawmakers must reinvest in WorkFirst to restore the promise of basic support to families facing poverty
By Julie Watts - January 30, 2018
Economic Well-Being, Healthy People & Communities, Poverty & Basic Needs
State legislators should focus on advancing shared prosperity during 2018 legislative session
By Misha Werschkul - January 05, 2018
Economic Well-Being, Equity, Legislative Agenda, State Budget & Revenue
Governor’s proposal to salvage community investments shows need for systemic tax reform
By Kelli Smith and Andy Nicholas - December 15, 2017
An inclusive economy is essential for all Washingtonians, our economy, and the future progress of our state
By Jennifer Tran, Kelli Smith, Julie Watts, Melinda Young-Flynn - December 13, 2017
Economic Well-Being, Education, Equity, Good Jobs, Healthy People & Communities, Poverty & Basic Needs, Progress in Washington