Economic Opportunity
The Commonwealth Institute Statement on U.S. House Budget Resolution
Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a budget resolution that would pave the way for massive cuts to critical...
Over 20 Virginia Organizations Demand Congress Reject More Tax Breaks for the Wealthy, Announce Major Tax Advocacy Campaign to Fight for Key Programs Like Medicaid
Today, 21 state-based organizations sent a letter to Virginia’s congressional delegation, calling on them to stand against tax handouts for...
Conference Budget Increases Tax Fairness, Strengthens Public Schools, and Creates Opportunities for Workers
Today, Ashley Kenneth, President and CEO of The Commonwealth Institute for Fiscal Analysis (TCI), released the following statement on the...
Money Committee Budgets Take Critical Steps to Boost Virginia Families
Today, Ashley Kenneth, President and CEO of The Commonwealth Institute for Fiscal Analysis (TCI), released the following statement on the...
Investing in a Commonwealth Kids Credit Means Investing in a Healthier Virginia
We all want to live in a state where each family has the resources needed to give their children a...
Governor’s Budget Amendments Miss Key Opportunities, TCI to Advocate for More Equitable Choices
Today, Ashley Kenneth, President and CEO of The Commonwealth Institute for Fiscal Analysis (TCI), released the following statement on the...
TCI Launches “Jonei,” Digital Ad Calling for a $15 Minimum Wage for Virginia Workers
Gov. Youngkin vetoed legislation that would have given minimum wage workers a raise The Commonwealth Institute for Fiscal Analysis (TCI)...
Session 2024: Key Budget Policy Choices
Comparing the introduced, legislature-passed, and governor’s amendments for the 2024-2026 budget The governor has released his proposed changes to the...
Modern and Fair: Expanding the Sales Tax to Reflect the “New Economy”
In order to have a budget that makes critical investments in community needs, like public education, health care, and housing,...