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The Massachusetts Budget and Policy Center advances equitable policy solutions that create an inclusive, thriving Commonwealth. https://linktr.ee/MassBudget

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MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · Mar 13

Hello Bluesky! We're MassBudget, a public policy research and advocacy organization working towards racial and economic justice in Massachusetts. Excited to connect on a new platform. 🦋

Learn more and connect with us! linktr.ee/MassBudget

MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 5d

"MassBudget estimates that adopting a robust and well-enforced provision requiring multinational corporations to include 50 percent of GILTI profits in their state tax calculations would generate over $400 million a year for the Commonwealth." -Kurt Wise testifies buff.ly/EtXrVDk

MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 5d

"It's a no- brainer": self-proclaimed 'Former Corporate Tax Avoidance Enabler' Don Griswold testifies in support of An Act combatting offshore tax avoidance (H.3110/S.2330).

MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 5d

By passing An Act combatting offshore tax avoidance (H.3110/S.2033), MA will be joining our neighbors - not becoming an outlier - when we adopt GILTI at 50%.

MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 5d

How bad is the problem of multinational corporations hiding profits in offshore tax havens? This graphic says it all. An Act combatting offshore tax avoidance (H.3110/S.2033) will bring the Commonwealth millions in much-needed tax revenue every year.

MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 5d

The hearing is underway for An Act combatting offshore tax avoidance (H.3110/S.2033). MassBudget's Senior Policy Analyst & Tax Policy Expert Kurt Wise will testify soon. Sneak peak of his testimony: buff.ly/EtXrVDk

MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 7d

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MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 7d

HAPPENING NOW: Plenary Session, "Responding to the Housing Crisis in Massachusetts," Danielle Sommer Kieta (Policy Director, Homes for All Massachusetts) explains how Homes for All is working to advance a vision for housing that is very different from housing in the U.S. today.

MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 7d

Congressman McGovern zoomed in from D.C. to update and inspire #MassBudgetFOCUS2025 attendees

MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 7d

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MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 7d

HAPPENING NOW: Concurrent Session, "Protecting Won Territory: Holding the Line for School Funding Equity in Massachusetts," Senator Jacob Oliveira overviews the status of public education finance and offers insights into the possible elimination of the U.S. Department of Education.

MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 7d

HAPPENING NOW: Concurrent Session, "Have a Good Ride: Investing in Affordable, Reliable, and Safe Transportation in Massachusetts," @Lizzi Weyant explains how we should set a path toward game-changing infrastructure improvements in Massachusetts.

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MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 7d

Senator @Jason Lewis addresses concerns raised about wealthy residents leaving Massachusetts because of the Fair Share Amendment, while many working-class families are struggling to stay.

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MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 7d

HAPPENING NOW: Concurrent Session, "Brought to You by Fair Share: How the Surtax Fuels Investments in Education and Transportation"

MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 7d

HAPPENING NOW: Concurrent Session, "From Feeding the Poor to Asking Why the Poor Have No Food: Tackling Systemic Poverty in Massachusetts," Representative @Marjorie Decker presents both short-term and long-term policy solutions to alleviate poverty in Massachusetts.

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MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 7d

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MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 7d

HAPPENING NOW: Concurrent Session, "Corporate Tax Havens, Loopholes, and Avoidance: Expanding Corporate Fair Share in Massachusetts," Senator @Liz Miranda discusses the proposal to move from including 5% of Global Intangible Low Tax Income (GILTI) in MA corporate tax calculations to including 50%.

MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 7d

HAPPENING NOW: Plenary Session, "Massachusetts Reacts to Federal Government Funding Cuts," Senator @jocomerford.bsky.social discusses the stability of the country and the Commonwealth in the face of unprecedented federal budget cuts targeting the most vulnerable populations.

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MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 8d

HAPPENING NOW: Keynote Speaker, @Dr. Miguel A. Cardona, served as the 12th U.S. Secretary of Education under Joe Biden. He advocates for academic recovery post-pandemic, mental health support, global competitiveness, and making college more affordable.

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MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 8d

HAPPENING NOW: Conference Opening with Dr. @Viviana Abreu-Hernandez

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MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 8d

HAPPENING NOW: Conference Opening with Dr. @Alexandra Piñeros Shields.

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MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 8d

Happening Tomorrow: FOCUS2025 - MassBudget's inaugural policy conference!

See you on Wednesday, October 1st - You won't want to miss it.

Register now at buff.ly/IWNPECB

Thank you so much to our Lunch Sponsor: @Eastern Bank

MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 8d

TOMORROW! See you at FOCUS2025 - MassBudget's inaugural policy conference!

Wednesday, October 1st - Register now before tickets run out: buff.ly/dsB51Jv

Thank you to @Annie E. Casey Foundation, our Networking Session Sponsor!

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Nicole Rapfogel @nicolerapfogel.bsky.social · 15d

NEW from @jenniferlsullivan.bsky.social and me for @centeronbudget.bsky.social: With Congress poised to take away premium tax credit enhancements soon, ~4M people will lose coverage and costs will rise for nearly all ACA marketplace enrollees unless Congress acts.🧵

Five Key Changes to ACA Marketplaces Amid Uncertainty Over Premium Tax Credit Enhancements | Center on Budget and Policy Priorities

Recent policy changes, most notably enhancements to premium tax credits to reduce enrollees’ health insurance premiums, have driven record-breaking enrollment gains and delivered reduced costs, simpli...

MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 9d

We can't wait to see you at FOCUS2025 - MassBudget's inaugural policy conference!

It's coming up quick! Wednesday, October 1st - don't miss it!

Register today: buff.ly/IWNPECB

Thank you so much to @Nellie Mae Education Foundation, our Presenting Sponsor!

MassBudget @massbudget.bsky.social · 9d

We are incredibly grateful to our supporting sponsors: @ACLU Massachusetts, @Coalition for a Healthy Greater Worcester, @Paycom, @Senior Connection, @Isaacson Miller, @Massachusetts Women of Color Coalition, @Coghlin Electrical Contractors