New Jersey Policy Perspective produces independent research and analysis on policy solutions to advance social, economic, and racial justice. From data-driven reports to policy briefs and explainers, we work to provide lawmakers, legislative staff, advocates, community leaders, and reporters with the facts and figures behind the most pressing policy issues facing the Garden State.

Friday Facts and Figures

Friday Facts and Figures: November 22, 2019

November 22, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
Legalization up in smoke. Lawmakers seek to protect workers in the gig economy.
Friday Facts and Figures

Friday Facts and Figures: November 15, 2019

November 15, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
The minimum wage will continue to rise. New bills would expand and strengthen the EITC.
Report

Prosperity for All: Expanding the Earned Income Tax Credit for Childless Workers

November 14, 2019 • Vineeta Kapahi • Economic Justice
Three ways to expand and strengthen New Jersey's Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).
Report

In Brief: Preparing New Jersey for the Next Economic Downturn

November 12, 2019 • Vineeta Kapahi • Tax and Budget
Comparing New Jersey's preparation for and response to the Great Recession to that of five comparable states.
Blog

Standing With Dreamers: DACA Goes to the Supreme Court

November 12, 2019 • Erika J Nava • Economic Justice
DACA arguments open at the Supreme Court. Here's what it means for New Jersey.
Friday Facts and Figures

Friday Facts and Figures: November 8, 2019

November 8, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
New proposal would roll back $15 minimum wage.
Friday Facts and Figures

Friday Facts and Figures: November 1, 2019

November 1, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
Open enrollment starts today. More outreach needed to reach uninsured kids.
Blog

Cuts to Higher Education Harm Students Who Already Face the Greatest Barriers

October 30, 2019 • Brandon McKoy • Tax and Budget
New Jersey slashed funding for higher education by more than 20 percent per student between 2008 and 2018.
Report

More Hispanic and Asian Children Uninsured Likely Due to Chilling Effect

October 28, 2019 • Raymond Castro • Health
New census data demonstrates the enormous harm of federal anti-immigrant policies here in the Garden State.
Friday Facts and Figures

Friday Facts and Figures: October 25, 2019

October 25, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
American Dream Mall finally opens—with the help of more than $1 billion in taxpayer funds.
Report

Valuing Our Time: Strengthening New Jersey’s Overtime Law

October 24, 2019 • Nicole Rodriguez • Economic Justice
Too many New Jerseyans are working overtime and not getting paid for it. It's time to fix that.
Friday Facts and Figures

Friday Facts and Figures: October 18, 2019

October 18, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
Track Changes uncover more fraud in the state's corporate subsidy programs.
Blog

Tax Cuts For The Rich Are Worse Than You Think

October 16, 2019 • Brandon McKoy • Tax and Budget
Yes, the richest households pay a lower total tax rate than you do.
Friday Facts and Figures

Friday Facts and Figures: October 11, 2019

October 11, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
Fake wrestling comes at a real cost. The 400 wealthiest families pay a lower tax rate than you do.
Friday Facts and Figures

Friday Facts and Figures: October 4, 2019

October 4, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
Phantom property taxes used to boost corporate subsidies. Many workers left behind by Trump administration's OT rule.
Friday Facts and Figures

Friday Facts and Figures: September 27, 2019

September 27, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
FBI investigates New Jersey's corporate tax breaks. Inequality continues to rise.
Friday Facts and Figures

Friday Facts and Figures: September 20, 2019

September 20, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
New Jersey's corporate subsidies are a national outlier. Some high profile tax breaks still on hold.
Report

Reining in Corporate Tax Subsidies: A Better Economic Development Playbook for New Jersey

September 18, 2019 • Sheila Reynertson • Tax and Budget
New Jersey's corporate subsidies are a national outlier. Reform is necessary to rein them in and promote widespread prosperity.
Friday Facts and Figures

Friday Facts and Figures: September 13, 2019

September 13, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
EDA-subsidized jobs not going to Camden residents. Number of uninsured Americans climbs.
Blog

Last Week to Apply for Tuition-Free Community College

September 11, 2019 • Erika J Nava • Economic Justice
Deadline to apply for the Community College Opportunity Grant is September 15.
Report
Featured

In Brief: New Jersey’s Teacher Workforce, 2019

September 9, 2019 • Mark Weber • Economic Justice
An in-depth look at New Jersey's teachers: who they are, how they are paid, and how they vary across districts.
Friday Facts and Figures

Friday Facts and Figures: September 6, 2019

September 6, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
Experts pan corporate subsidies. More must be done to combat poverty and child hunger.
Press Release•Testimony

Experts Agree Corporate Subsidies Are Ineffective, Costly, and Unsustainable

September 5, 2019 • Brandon McKoy • Tax and Budget
Experts call on New Jersey to rein in and reform its tax credit programs.
Friday Facts and Figures

Friday Facts and Figures: August 30, 2019

August 30, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
Gov. Murphy vetoes corporate subsidy extension. Newark to replace lead pipes.
Friday Facts and Figures

Friday Facts and Figures: August 23, 2019

August 23, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
Immigrants contribute billions to state and local taxes. Student debt is on the rise.

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