The state budget is often called a “moral document,” as it identifies the priorities of people through their representative government. There are many ways state government positively affects our lives, such as public health, public safety, good roads, and services for our youngest and oldest community members.
Tax revenue is essential to support governmental services and programs important to Arkansans. Income tax, sales tax, and property tax contribute to help all families in the state thrive. The current Arkansas tax system is regressive, meaning our low-income families pay a greater percentage of their income in taxes than our high-income families.
The majority of Arkansans want investments in public programs over tax cuts. Further, their top four policy issues are health care, K-12 education, reducing childhood hunger, and reducing poverty. It is important that Arkansans advocate for these issues, and others of interest to them, with their elected officials. It is also important for advocates to advocate for a transparent and fair tax system.
Join us in the fight for children’s rights and family support. Your involvement can help shape a better future for our community.
