POLICY BRIEF
State Funding to Reduce Air Pollution in Overburdened Communities Prioritized Advocacy, Not Cleaner Air
Key TakeawaysOf nearly $8.5 million spent, the vast majority of projects produced little to no measurable reduction in air pollution.On average, 58% of funds went to staffing and about 10% to overhead, while only 13% went to…
Potential Economic Impact of Washington state’s 2025 tax increases
Key TakeawaysWashington state legislators adopted a range of new taxes in the 2025 legislative session, including an increase in B&O taxes, a B&O tax surcharge, an increase in capital gains taxes, an increase in the…
How Wolf Policies Are Failing Western Ranchers
Key TakeawaysThere are nearly 3,500 gray and Mexican wolves scattered across the western United States. Every time cattle are eaten by wolves, taxpayers reimburse ranchers for their losses. Depending on the state, that…
Strengthening a safety net requires reforms to long-term care through Medicaid
Key TakeawaysWashington state is aging, and an increasing number of people are applying for Medicaid long-term care (LTC) earlier. This will lead to longer durations of use and escalating costs.LTC costs consumed 20% of $29.2…
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