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.

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NJPP’s Ray Castro is Number 26 on ‘Power 50 Health Care’ List

March 21, 2017 • NJPP Staff
"Castro has set himself apart from the crowd with his reports," NJ Biz writes.
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NJPP’s Sheila Reynertson on the 2018 Budget

March 14, 2017 • NJPP Staff
"We've had eight years of trickle-down economic policy that clearly hasn't worked."
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Hundreds Join NJPP for Progress 2017 Conference

March 11, 2017 • Carly Rothman Siditsky
The event marked the kickoff to NJPP's 20th anniversary celebrations.
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Blueprint for Economic Justice & Shared Prosperity

March 10, 2017 • NJPP Staff • Economic Justice, Health, Tax and Budget
The next governor is New Jersey’s last, best chance to slow the state’s collapse, restore its stable financial foundation and rebuild its enterprising, job-creating, wealth-producing economy. Here's how.
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Despite ‘Exodus’ Rhetoric, New Jersey’s Still Adding Millionaires

March 7, 2017 • Jon Whiten • Tax and Budget
The number of New Jersey millionaires has risen by 17 percent over 10 years.
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New Jersey’s Immigrants Pay Taxes, Boost Economy

March 5, 2017 • NJPP Staff • Immigrants' Rights
Undocumented New Jerseyans pay nearly $600 million a year in state and local taxes.
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Four Takeaways from Christie’s Budget Address

March 2, 2017 • NJPP Staff
"This proposal should be explained further. We should look at the implications."
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New Jersey’s Immigrants are a Huge Economic Driver

February 27, 2017 • Erika J Nava • Economic Justice, Immigrants' Rights
New Jersey’s immigrants are starting businesses, creating jobs and paying taxes.
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2018 Budget Preview: The Legacy of the Christie Years

February 24, 2017 • Sheila Reynertson • Tax and Budget
The list of unresolved issues facing New Jersey’s finances is long and daunting.
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Ray Castro Explains Damage of ACA Repeal

February 23, 2017 • NJPP Staff • Health
Over 1 million New Jerseyans would likely lose benefits.
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Repealing the Affordable Care Act Would Devastate New Jersey

February 21, 2017 • Raymond Castro • Health
In county after county, the numbers are clear: repealing the ACA without an adequate replacement is a terrible idea.
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‘Relief’ Uneven for Families as Tax Cuts Start Going Into Effect

February 10, 2017 • Sheila Reynertson • Tax and Budget
Last year's blockbuster tax deal is one that New Jersey simply can't afford.
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Join Us on March 10 for the ‘Progress 2017’ Conference

January 29, 2017 • NJPP Staff
It’s going to be a big year for New Jersey - let's make it count.
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Audit Finds Lax Oversight with Tax Subsidy Program

January 26, 2017 • NJPP Staff • Tax and Budget
NJPP's Gordon MacInnes talks to NJTV News about flaws with the state's tax breaks.
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Tipped Workers Need a Fair Wage, Not Tweaks to OT Rules

January 25, 2017 • Brandon McKoy • Economic Justice
New Jersey should eliminate the tipped minimum wage.
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A 35 Percent EITC is Good News for New Jersey Working Families

January 18, 2017 • Jon Whiten • Economic Justice, Tax and Budget
Nearly 600,000 families will benefit from the EITC increase to 35 percent.
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Increasing the EITC Will Boost New Jersey’s Workers and Their Families

January 18, 2017 • Jon Whiten • Economic Justice, Tax and Budget
A 35 Percent Earned Income Tax Credit Will Also Make Tax System More Equitable and Help State’s Economy
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NJPP Joins Allies to Discuss ‘State of Our State’

January 12, 2017 • NJPP Staff
NJPP president Gordon MacInnes speaks about the state's financial challenges.
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60 Groups to U.S. Senators: EITC Expansion is a Priority

January 6, 2017 • Jon Whiten • Tax and Budget
This expansion would help between 343,000 and 504,000 New Jersey workers.
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NJPP on 2017’s Meager Minimum Wage Hike

December 30, 2016 • NJPP Staff • Economic Justice
"It really is not enough," Brandon McKoy says of the 6-cent increase.
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New Year Brings a Tiny Wage Increase for Low-Paid Workers

December 27, 2016 • Jon Whiten • Economic Justice
Lawmakers must do more to boost workers and the state’s economy.
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2017 Minimum Wage Hike Is a Positive Step, but It’s Not Nearly Enough

December 27, 2016 • Jon Whiten • Economic Justice
Lawmakers must do more to boost low-paid workers and the state’s economy.
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Lawmakers Act to Defend the ACA After NJPP Report

December 21, 2016 • Raymond Castro • Health
We're fighting hard to protect the Affordable Care Act.
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New Jersey’s Tax Revenues Continue to Lag

December 20, 2016 • Sheila Reynertson • Tax and Budget
Tax revenues in most other states have returned to pre-recession levels.
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Making Paid Family Leave Work Better for Working Families

December 15, 2016 • Amy Dunford • Economic Justice
Too many New Jerseyans are missing out on the benefits of paid family leave.

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