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Georgia’s Children and Families are Worth Fighting for
This month Congress will address extending the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program through September 30, 2012. …
HB 718: Well-intentioned, well-designed, and must be paid for
Earlier this month, GBPI released a report evaluating a tax credit proposal called CAPCO that nearly passed the …
Guest Blogger: Jared Bernstein
I’m very excited about visiting the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute next week and just wanted to quickly …
Initial Thoughts on Budget and Tax Proposals
For the first time in several years there are no dramatic cuts in the governor’s proposed budget, although …
The Time is Ripe for Criminal Justice Reform
Criminal justice reform is long overdue in Georgia. Last fall the Governor, Lt. Governor, and Speaker of the …
Tax Breaks and Economic Development Programs, Are We Getting Our Money’s Worth
Georgia is investing tens of millions of dollars in business tax incentives and subsidies without any idea as …
November Revenue Report: Even with Revenue Growth, We Can Expect a Shortage
Job one for the governor and legislature is making sure Georgia takes every step possible to help create …
A Ray of “Hope” for Students Pursuing Higher Education
Paying for college has often been a deal-breaker for many individuals desiring to pursue a post-secondary education. Georgia …
Happy New Year? Congress to Decide Fate of Federal Unemployment Benefits
On December 31st, everyone will gather together to welcome in the New Year. Yet thousands of jobless Georgians …
Reality Check: Optimism in the Midst of Stark Realities
As we prepare for the Thanksgiving holiday, some may travel great distances to spend time with family and …
Georgia at a Crossroads: Keep Sliding Backwards with Status Quo or Move Forward with Balanced Approach
GBPI’s new report, State of Working Georgia 2011, paints a troubling picture of how everyday Georgians are faring …
Tough Choices Lay Ahead for General Assembly in 2012 Legislative Session
Vital state services may face further budget cuts. Most state agencies have seen their budgets cut by an …
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