A few days ago, Georgia Budget and Policy Institute Executive Director Taifa Smith Butler stood before a gathering of regional educators, legislators and city and county officials at the Albany Welcome Center and emphasized the importance of the state budget. Read the full story.

Racing to the Bottom: Sweeping Income Tax Proposals Threaten Funding for Schools and Health Care, Alternatives Offer Tax Cuts with Balanced Budget
During the 2026 legislative session, members of the General Assembly have introduced an array of


