Budget & Revenue
State Can Build on Recent Improvements and Provide Greater Local Revenue Authority
Nationally, state and local governments are on the front lines of addressing the current health and economic crises. In...
Video: It’s Time to Dismantle Virginia’s “40-Quarter Rule”
The U.S. government requires that lawful permanent residents–immigrants with legal status–reside in the country for five years in order...
State Lawmakers Have Tax Policy Options to Meet the Moment and Lay Groundwork for Stronger Recovery
Virginia has pressing budget challenges, even as the state is providing additional public services necessary to respond to the...
HEALS Act Doesn’t Meet Needs of Virginia Families
The U.S. Senate Republican COVID-19 relief plan unveiled Monday (July 27, 2020) doesn’t meet the needs of Virginia families...
Budget Matters: A Brief Look at Spending Choices by Virginia on Policing
The struggles for racial justice and economic justice are deeply intertwined. For too many residents of Virginia, particularly Black...
Virginia Could Gain Budget Resources by Eliminating Antiquated Sales Tax Exemptions
The latest monthly revenue report from Secretary of Finance Aubrey Layne shows that state revenues are coming in more...
State Reserves Are Crucial for Dealing with COVID-19 Budget Impacts
As state policymakers continue to address the wider health and economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, including the pressures...
Crises Demand Counselors
Many students and families are experiencing extremely trying times right now: school buildings closing abruptly, financial struggles, parents losing...
Understanding Federal Action, State Choices on School Funding Amid Health Pandemic
Now more than ever, parents, families, and communities are reminded of the critical role educators and schools play in...