Reinforcing the Bridge Out of Poverty: An Arkansas EITC
Tax day would certainly be a little happier for hundreds of thousands of working Arkansans if we had an Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). President Reagan called EITCs “the best anti-poverty, the […]
A Tax and Budget Blueprint for a Better Arkansas
What if Arkansas were a national leader in children’s education and health? What if we had one of the lowest rates of child poverty in the nation instead of one […]
Arkansas Needs Paid Family Leave: How to create a healthier workforce and economy
A lack of paid family leave programs in Arkansas leaves many families, particularly low-income families, in poor physical and financial health. Achieving statewide paid family leave is a great change, but a significant […]
Infographic: Arkansas Families Need Paid Leave
Paid leave allows employees to take time off to care for a new baby or a relative with a serious illness, without losing all of their income. Paid leave helps […]
What do #ARKidsNeed from birth to age eight?
#ARKidsNeed Download the Print Version Consistent health insurance coverage. Expanded access to health care. Moms who have quality prenatal care. Full immunization screenings. Proper dental care. Regular check-ups to catch […]
The Credit They Deserve: Federal EITC Participation in Arkansas
Working family tax credits pump millions of dollars into the Arkansas economy. But millions more are left on the table every year when eligible Arkansans don’t claim their credits. Arkansas […]
Who’s Getting Credit?
Working family tax credits pump millions of dollars into the Arkansas economy. But millions more are left on the table every year when eligible Arkansans don’t claim their credits. Arkansas […]
The State of Working Arkansas
Arkansas’ economy is gaining speed. However, low-income groups, minorities, and less-educated workers are being left behind. The new jobs and pay raises mostly benefit people who are already well-off. And […]
What would it take to be number one in 2015?
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Missing the Mark: Race equity and missed opportunities in the 2015 session
While there were a few bright spots, it was a tough year for racial equity and opportunity at the legislature. Lawmakers passed policies that will limit opportunities for many Arkansas […]