Director of Legislative Strategy and Senior Fiscal Analyst
Danny Kanso
Danny is the Director of Legislative Strategy and Senior Fiscal Analyst at GBPI. Danny leads GBPI’s fiscal policy research and advocates for a state budget and tax system that is equitable, transparent and promotes the well-being of all Georgians. Following his education at the University of Georgia, where he earned both undergraduate and graduate degrees, Danny served as director of communications and policy advisor to the Office of Lt. Governor Casey Cagle. During his time under the Gold Dome, he worked to advance a wide range of legislative issues and initiatives. Danny is a PhD candidate at the University of Georgia and an active member of his community.
Recent Posts by Danny
Georgia Revenue Primer for State Fiscal Year 2025
The 20-Year View Before the Great Recession, adjusting for inflation, Georgia spent about $3,080 per person in FY ...
Georgia Budget Trends Primer for State Fiscal Year 2025
The 20-Year View Inefficient tax breaks cost the state money that should be invested in its people. Georgia ...
Georgia’s net tax collections decreased in February
(The Center Square) — Georgia’s February net tax collections decreased by 4.3% or $92.3 million from a year ...
Georgia sees its tax collections dip again in March
THE CENTER SQUARE — Georgia officials again reported decreased net tax collections, though overall, the state’s finances appear ...
Georgia’s net tax collections decreased in February
(The Center Square) — Georgia’s February net tax collections decreased by 4.3% or $92.3 million from a year ...
New GBPI/UGA Poll Shows Georgians Oppose Private School Vouchers; Support Funding Public Schools
A new poll commissioned by the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute (GBPI) from the University of Georgia (UGA) ...
Georgia Lawmakers Move to Limit Nation’s Largest Film Incentive
After a year of study, Georgia House and Senate leaders announced Wednesday that they’d After studying the issue ...
Georgia House, Senate leaders take aim at data center, film tax breaks
After a year of study, Georgia House and Senate leaders announced Wednesday that they’d back suspending a tax ...
Overview of Georgia’s 2025 Fiscal Year Budget
Introduction Over the last three years, Georgia has generated record budget surpluses. These surpluses have resulted in the ...
Advancing Transparency and Accountability in Georgia’s Tax Code: Key Recommendations for Informed Fiscal Oversight
Transparency in the state tax code impacts Georgians and allows state policymakers to understand where taxpayer ...
Georgia’s $16 Billion Question: Will the State Equitably Invest in Its People?
Executive Summary Georgians deserve a state government that meets its obligations fully. Through a deliberative appropriations ...
Georgia Budget Trends Primer for State Fiscal Year 2024
Budget Trends The $32.4 billion state budget signed into law by Gov. Kemp for fiscal year (FY) 2024, ...
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