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WA State Budget & Policy Center

WHO WE ARE
To create a just and prosperous Washington, the Washington State Budget and Policy Center develops progressive solutions based on sound research and work with community partners to shape the debate on budget and tax reform.

We provide credible, independent and accessible information and analyses of state fiscal issues including both revenue and spending policies, with particular attention to the impacts on low and moderate-income persons. Our products inform state fiscal and budget policy debates and contribute to sound decisions that improve the well-being of individuals, communities and the state as a whole.

WHAT WE DO
We engage and collaborate with a broad base of constituents every step of the way. With advocacy groups, policymakers, coalitions and local communities, the Washington State Budget and Policy Center works to achieve its goals through:

COMPREHENSIVE BUDGET & POLICY ANALYSIS
We identify and analyze current fiscal issues and priorities; track budgeting trends over time; and analyze the impact of both revenue and spending policies on Washingtonians – especially low and moderate-income residents.

ALTERNATIVE PROPOSALS & EFFECTIVE SOLUTIONS
We provide analyses and evidence-based alternatives in all areas of budget and fiscal policy. We develop budget solutions, long-term fiscal strategies, and identify best practices from other states as alternatives to existing programs and policies.

PUBLIC AWARENESS & CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
We use our research and analysis to educate the public about the facts, enabling greater civic understanding and participation in state budgeting matters. We use many methods of communication to ensure that our findings have the greatest impact on public policy debates.

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