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January 26, 2022 | The Commonwealth Institute

Gov. Youngkin Budget Proposals Ignore Families with Greatest Needs, Create Retroactive Tax Giveaways for Businesses

TCI analysis shows new governor’s budget proposals would do little to help struggling families and instead reduce the ability of...
January 21, 2022 | Chris Wodicka

Youngkin Administration’s Proposals Would Sharply Reduce State Resources, Largely Exclude Working Families with the Lowest Incomes

We all want a prosperous state with thriving communities. And our tax code can be a tool to advance racial...
January 14, 2022 | The Commonwealth Institute

Important Steps Forward in Virginia’s Budget

State budget proposals offer a significant opportunity to make important investments in our communities and to make sure that everyone...
December 14, 2021 | The Commonwealth Institute

Refundable Earned Income Tax Credit Proposal Would Provide Direct Support to Virginia Families Who Need it Most

Lawmakers should consider additional tax policies that strengthen Virginia’s budget and communities Earlier today, Gov. Ralph Northam proposed several tax...
December 8, 2021 | Chris Wodicka

Tax Proposals Would Reduce Resources for Education, Transportation, and Other Priorities

When the state invests in social goods that benefit all of us like schools, health care, and the environment, our...
November 19, 2021 | The Commonwealth Institute

Kenneth: House Passage of Build Back Better Legislation Takes Transformational Investments One Step Closer to the Finish Line

TCI applauds critical vote to rebuild our economy and address today’s challenges head-on Today, Ashley C. Kenneth, President and CEO...
November 4, 2021 | The Commonwealth Institute

Statement: Passing Build Back Better Legislation Will Improve the Lives of People Across Virginia

The state’s congressional delegation must pass the Build Back Better bill Today, Ashley C. Kenneth, President and CEO of The...
October 29, 2021 | The Commonwealth Institute

Statement: Build Back Better Framework Represents Historic Opportunity to Improve the Lives of People Across Virginia

The state’s congressional delegation must enact the Build Back Better framework to deliver for Virginia The Commonwealth Institute for Fiscal...
October 27, 2021 | Phil Hernandez

Opinion: Biden plan essential to helping Virginia families

This is a joint op-ed authored by Phil Hernandez, Senior Vice President for Policy and Advocacy for The...
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