Economic Opportunity
How the Governor’s Proposed Budget Would Impact Virginia Communities
Whether we have $10 or $10 million in our bank account, we all want to live in a place...
Federal & State Action Can Offer Support to Virginia’s Families
Virginia’s families deserve policy choices that value and recognize the unique challenges they face. Two proposals can help Virginia...
Digging Deeper: How the Governor’s Proposal Increases Taxes for Low-Income Families, Gives Significant Cuts to the Wealthy
When we all pitch in our fair share, we can invest in the programs and services that help everyone...
Virginia Parents, Advocates, Elected Officials Call for Lawmakers to Advance Family-Focused Tax Policy
RICHMOND, Va. — Virginia parents and elected officials joined with advocates to hold a press conference on Thursday morning...
Kenneth: Governor Youngkin’s tax package does little to help Southwest Virginia families most in need
This op-ed originally appeared in Cardinal News When Governor Youngkin unveiled his legacy budget in December —...
$12 is Not Enough – Virginia Policymakers Must Act on the Minimum Wage
Everyone in Virginia working a full-time job should be paid enough to provide for their family. However, for too...
New Community-Driven Policy Agenda a Strong Foundation for Transformative Change in Virginia
Richmond, VA — After several months of working with and listening to community leaders and partners about the needs...
Virginia Families Can Now Claim an Improved EITC, and Policymakers Can Build on its Success
Originally published Feb 3, 2023; Updated Oct 4, 2023 Qualifying families could claim more of the Virginia work...
New Census Data Shows Pandemic Protections Led to Fewer Virginians Without Health Coverage; Continued High Child Poverty Rates and Expiration of Federal Boosts Requires Robust State Policy Response
New data released from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS) offer a picture of how Virginians fared...