The Maine Center for Economic Policy is a nonpartisan research and policy organization dedicated to improving the economic well-being of Mainers with low and moderate income.
MECEP advances equity and prosperity for all Maine people through issue-based analysis, education, and advocacy.
Legislature shouldn’t give up on fixing highway funding
James Myall AllThe case for corporate transparency
Maura Pillsbury AllProposed changes to Medicare Savings Program would impact 45,000 older Mainers’ eligibility for health care benefits
Arthur Phillips AllHow public policy has and hasn’t increased equity for Black Mainers
James MyallLegislature shouldn’t give up on fixing highway funding
James Myall Taxes and BudgetThe case for corporate transparency
Maura Pillsbury Taxes and BudgetFiscal prudence means addressing Maine’s challenges
Josie Phillips Taxes and BudgetRent relief is needed for Maine to endure its housing crisis
Josie PhillipsHow public policy has and hasn’t increased equity for Black Mainers
James Myall Jobs and IncomeNew approaches needed to protect Maine workers’ rights
Arthur Phillips Jobs and IncomeMaine state employees still face significant pay gap
James Myall Jobs and IncomeFeasibility and Impact of Guaranteed Income in Maine
MECEPProposed changes to Medicare Savings Program would impact 45,000 older Mainers’ eligibility for health care benefits
Arthur Phillips Health CareIn the words of workers: Erin
MECEP Health CareSurvey results show a “broken” health care system in Maine
James Myall Health CareThe High Cost of Undervaluing Direct Care Work
MECEPStudent debt cancellation would help working families, improve equity, and expand access to higher education
Arthur Phillips EducationTo help students finish their degrees and ease workforce challenges, Maine should reform transcript withholding
Arthur Phillips EducationThe Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program is broken — let’s fix it
MECEP EducationProtections for private student loan borrowers protect seniors and people with disabilities
MECEPHow public policy has and hasn’t increased equity for Black Mainers
James Myall Maine's EconomyRent relief is needed for Maine to endure its housing crisis
Josie Phillips Maine's EconomyThe Child Tax Credit — An Explainer
MECEP Maine's EconomyIn the words of workers: Silvio
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