Brandon McKoy

Brandon McKoy, former President, was the chief executive of NJPP and lead the organization's efforts in shaping policy debates to advance economic justice for the many, not a chosen few. Prior to being named President of NJPP in February 2019, Brandon served as NJPP's Director of Government and Public Affairs, where he designed and implemented the organization's outreach, advocacy, and government relations activities. He also produces timely, credible and accessible research and analysis on issues including, but not limited to, economic security, the social safety net and economic opportunity.

Mapping Who Would Pay a "Millionaires Tax"

June 15, 2018 • Tax and Budget
Use our interactive map to see where New Jersey's $1 million+ tax filers live.

Legislature Passes Bill To Extend Earned Sick Leave to Over 1 Million New Jerseyans

April 12, 2018 • Economic Justice
Legislation will help workers, families and businesses across the state.

A $15 Minimum Wage Would Help Over 1 Million Workers and Boost New Jersey’s Economy

February 22, 2018 • Economic Justice
Raising wages would help fight poverty and improve the well-being of workers and their families.

New Jersey Workers Could Lose $120M a Year in Tips Under Trump Proposal

January 19, 2018 • Economic Justice
This proposed rule opens the door to further exploitation of tipped workers.

New Jersey’s Minimum Wage To Rise by 16 Cents on Monday

December 27, 2017 • Economic Justice
Many workers will benefit from the modest bump in wages, but many more would be helped by a $15 minimum wage.

2018 Minimum Wage Hike Will Boost 300,000 Low-Paid New Jersey Workers

December 27, 2017 • Economic Justice
16-cent inflation adjustment is good news but lawmakers must do more to boost workers and the state’s economy.

A $15 Minimum Wage is an Economic Necessity

December 9, 2017 • Economic Justice, Tax and Budget
New Jersey’s working families have fallen far behind thanks to decades of stagnant wages.

Expanding EITC Could Help Over 1 Million New Jersey Families

November 19, 2017 • Tax and Budget
Federal proposal would deliver real tax reform to 47 million working Americans.

Tax Credit Delays Continue to Hurt New Jersey Families

October 11, 2017 • Economic Justice, Tax and Budget
State’s EITC ‘fraud screening’ process targets the most vulnerable taxpayers.

16-Cent Wage Hike is Not Enough for New Jersey’s Low-Paid Workers

September 29, 2017 • Economic Justice
Gradually increasing the minimum wage to $15 an hour is urgently needed.