Announcing the Budget and Policy Center’s new executive director!
Eli Taylor Goss will be our organization’s next leader
November 14, 2024
Direct cash can be the foundation for a brighter future
New report lays out principles for designing and improving direct cash programs
By Tracy Yeung & Leila Reynolds | November 13, 2024
State election results reflect Washington’s progressive values
People-powered movements to support a brighter future were resoundingly successful
By Melinda Young-Flynn & Emily Vyhnanek | November 07, 2024
Why these ballot initiatives are bad for Washington
We must reject efforts to undo progress advocates have made to build a better state
By Iana Mae Abinales & Melinda Young-Flynn | October 23, 2024
Healthy home repairs are a comprehensive solution for housing, health, and the environment in Washington
Lawmakers must provide consistent funding for healthy home repairs
By Kaitie Dong & Lindsey Schromen-Wawrin - | July 30, 2024
An announcement from our executive director
July 23, 2024
Fines and fees are a harmful and ineffective source of revenue for Washington courts
A recent report highlights the need for a new funding mechanism
By Molly Webster | June 18, 2024
The IRS Direct File program presents an opportunity to make sure fewer people miss out on their Working Families Tax Credit
A small investment in this federal tax filing program would make claiming the Working Families Tax Credit virtually automatic
By Leila Reynolds | June 12, 2024