Budget and Taxes Fact Sheets Library Policy Areas Lawmakers Should Examine Tax Breaks When Prioritizing State Spending March 10, 2011 / January 15, 2020 by GBPI Admin As resources remain low and demands brought on by a growing population and a severe recession remain high, spending through the tax code must be evaluated and weighed against direct spending. Download the PDF. Read more ยป Fact Sheet State Taxes tax breaks