A few months ago, SNAP was dominating headlines as shutdown-related disruptions left families at risk of losing access to food assistance. While attention has shifted, the federal policy changes, state legislative actions,…
Arizona lawmakers are considering various ways to conform the state’s tax code to federal H.R. 1, the Trump administration’s tax law. The most recent iteration of that effort includes two identical bills,...
EPI analysis sounds the alarm on looming caregiver shortage An analysis released by the Economic Policy Institute (EPI) highlights a critical and often overlooked consequence of the Trump administration’s…
On November 20, 2025, Gov. Katie Hobbs issued an executive order that directs the Arizona Department of Revenue to prepare tax forms early so Arizona can act quickly if lawmakers approve several proposed deductions next legislative…
Last summer, despite a strong state economy, state policymakers had to resolve a nearly $1.6 billion deficit for fiscal years 2024 and 2025. Driven by the flat individual income tax hollowing state revenues, as well as the…
Congress just passed what Trump called his “Big Beautiful Bill,” a sweeping piece of legislation that’s anything but. While it’s framed as pro-growth tax and economic policy, the truth is far more dangerous. This…
In the recent election, Arizonan voters emphasized the economy as their primary concern, with many not feeling the benefits of current economic growth. Despite improvements in poverty and income, rising costs for basic needs…
In choosing among five issues, the economy was a top concern for 1 in 3 Arizonan voters this election, with a larger 2 in 3 voters feeling the economy is not so good or poor. While both the U.S. and Arizona are experiencing…
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