Explainers, Maine’s Economy, Taxes and Budget

About that tax ranking…

As lawmakers debate tax credits, cuts, and subsidies, we often hear Maine’s tax policy compared with other states. State-by-state rankings and “listicles” are memorable and get a […]

MECEP

Posted May 30, 2023

Tags Budget, Child Tax Credit, EITC, Explainer, Income Tax, Inequality, Property Tax, Racial Equity, Sales Tax, Tax Breaks, Tax Fairness, Tax Havens, Taxes

Jobs and Income, Maine’s Economy

Brief: Providing workers the support they need to enter and stay in the labor force

At a glance Maine has more jobs now than before the pandemic Labor force participation has mostly rebounded to pre-pandemic levels but is not adequate to keep […]

MECEP

Posted May 26, 2023

Tags Child Care, Child Tax Credit, Direct Care Work, Economic Security, Economy, Employment, Family and Medical Leave, Inclusive Economy, Job Quality, Jobs, Paid Sick Days

Taxes and Budget

Legislators can build on Governor’s change package to boost economic vitality for Maine families

Governor Mills’ budget change package — which amends her prior budget proposal to align with more current revenue projections — lays a solid foundation for Maine. It […]

Josie Phillips

Posted May 18, 2023

Tags Budget, Child Care, Child Tax Credit, Housing, Inequality, Revenue, Tax Fairness, Taxes

Maine’s Economy, Taxes and Budget

The Child Tax Credit — An Explainer

What is the Child Tax Credit? The Child Tax Credit (CTC) is one of the most effective tools for helping families manage the rising cost of raising […]

MECEP

Posted May 2, 2023

Tags Child Tax Credit, Children, Economic Security, Economy, Income Tax, Tax Fairness, Taxes

Taxes and Budget

Stronger Maine child tax credit is key for a more prosperous future

At a time when rising costs for housing and child care are stressing family budgets, many working families are struggling to afford everyday essentials. By helping families […]

Bangor Daily News

Posted April 18, 2023

Tags Child Tax Credit, Children, Economic Security

Taxes and Budget

Advocates in Maine push for child tax credit expansion

Advocates in Maine are calling on state and federal lawmakers to expand child tax credits. In 2021, Congress passed an extension to the child tax credit in […]

WMTW

Posted March 10, 2023

Tags Child Tax Credit, Children, Tax Fairness, Taxes

Taxes and Budget

GRAPHIC SERIES: Yes, a state budget can change lives

Governor Mills’ budget proposal lays the foundation for Maine people and communities. State lawmakers can strengthen Maine’s economy even more — and make sure no one gets […]

MECEP

Posted January 30, 2023

Tags Budget, Caregiving, Child Tax Credit, Children, Education, Explainer, Housing

Taxes and Budget

Gov. Mills' proposed budget protects wellbeing. Lawmakers should choose to do more.

Governor Mills’ proposed budget for the coming biennium makes important investments in the health, education, and financial security of Maine people. In the coming months, lawmakers should […]

Josie Phillips

Posted January 24, 2023

Tags Budget, Child Tax Credit, Children, Economic Security, Economy, Education, Higher Education, Housing

Taxes and Budget

Yes, a budget can change lives

Upcoming budget process gives legislators a choice to make our communities more resilient As Mainers have seen, when legislators resist a scarcity mindset and choose to fund […]

Josie Phillips

Posted January 9, 2023

Tags Budget, Child Tax Credit, Children, Health Care

Taxes and Budget

New year, new budgets, new ways to put working families first

In passing the 2023 budget plan, our representatives in Congress took an important step in providing the kinds of tools Maine working families said they need, including […]

MECEP

Posted January 5, 2023

Tags Budget, Child Tax Credit, Children, Education, Federal, Higher Education, Housing, Medicaid, Wages

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About that tax ranking…

Brief: Providing workers the support they need to enter and stay in the labor force

Legislators can build on Governor’s change package to boost economic vitality for Maine families

The Child Tax Credit — An Explainer

Stronger Maine child tax credit is key for a more prosperous future

Advocates in Maine push for child tax credit expansion

GRAPHIC SERIES: Yes, a state budget can change lives

Gov. Mills' proposed budget protects wellbeing. Lawmakers should choose to do more.

Yes, a budget can change lives

New year, new budgets, new ways to put working families first