In this episode of Policy for the People, we discuss legislative efforts to better protect Oregonians from unfair debt collection practices and provide needed funding for Employment Related Day Care.
Unfair debt collection practices and child care funding in the legislative spotlight Read More »
Women still make only 84 cents for every dollar men earn.
Equal Pay Day should matter to all Read More »
There are ways to reform the kicker that would produce more equitable results — reforms that would be good for Black, brown, and white Oregonians
The Kicker Deepens Racial Inequality Read More »
When it comes to tax policy, all too often Oregon fails to fly with her own wings. Rather than heed her motto, Oregon hitches a ride on the back of Congress, no matter how awful the destination. Right now, Congress is heading toward handing corporations several tax cuts that would accomplish little other than pad
Oregon should not follow Congress in giving away more corporate tax subsidies Read More »
By the end of this decade, local governments in Oregon could have about $140 million less per year to pay for libraries, fire departments, and other local services if a proposal to freeze property taxes for homeowners who are seniors becomes law.
Property Tax Freeze for Seniors Erodes Funding for Local Services and Worsens Inequities Read More »
Chair Meek, Vice-Chair Boquist, and Members of the Committee, My name is Daniel Hauser, Deputy Director for the Oregon Center for Public Policy, and I respectfully submit this testimony in opposition of SB 1542 on behalf of the Center. The Oregon Center for Public Policy is a nonpartisan think tank dedicated to improving the economic
Oppose cuts to Student Success Act Read More »
Low-income families with young children can now claim the Oregon Kids’ Credit, a great development. Yet Oregon’s tax system continues to weigh more heavily on the poor than on the rich.
Oregon taxes and low-income families: good and bad news Read More »
Chair Meek, Vice-Chair Boquist, and Members of the Committee, My name is Daniel Hauser, Deputy Director for the Oregon Center for Public Policy, and I respectfully submit this testimony in opposition of SB 1549 on behalf of the Center. The Oregon Center for Public Policy is a nonpartisan think tank dedicated to improving the economic
Oppose poorly targeted tax breaks for military pension Read More »
The Oregon Kids’ Credit can be worth up to $1,000 per eligible child.
The Oregon Kids’ Credit helps families in need; claim it if you can Read More »
To get the Oregon Kids’ Credit this tax season, families need to file a tax return.
Tax season launches new tax credit for Oregon children Read More »