New Jersey Policy Perspective produces independent research and analysis on policy solutions to advance social, economic, and racial justice. From data-driven reports to policy briefs and explainers, we work to provide lawmakers, legislative staff, advocates, community leaders, and reporters with the facts and figures behind the most pressing policy issues facing the Garden State.

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Friday Facts and Figures: February 15, 2019

February 15, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
Amazon pulls out of NYC, and they probably pay less in federal taxes than you do.
Report

Targeted Public Investments Can Improve Health Across New Jersey

February 14, 2019 • Brandon McKoy • Health
The conditions and circumstances in which people live, work, learn, and play are very influential in shaping how healthy they feel and how long they live.
Testimony

Exorbitant EDA Subsidies Ignore Fiscal Realities

February 11, 2019 • Sheila Reynertson • Tax and Budget
Testimony by NJPP's Sheila Reynertson on New Jersey's overly generous corporate subsidy programs.
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Friday Facts and Figures: February 8, 2019

February 8, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
New study finds millionaires' taxes spur critical public investments. Two members of New Jersey's congressional delegation co-sponsor Green New Deal.
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Friday Facts and Figures: January 25, 2019

January 25, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
With inequality on the rise, economists look toward wealth taxes to close the gap.
Explainer

New Jersey’s $15 Minimum Wage Proposal

January 24, 2019 • Brandon McKoy • Economic Justice
If the $15 minimum wage proposal seems overly complicated, that's because it is.
Testimony

It’s Time for a $15 Minimum Wage

January 24, 2019 • Brandon McKoy • Economic Justice
Testimony by NJPP's Brandon McKoy in support of a $15 minimum wage.
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Friday Facts and Figures: January 18, 2019

January 18, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
Deal reached on $15 minimum wage. Reforms proposed for state subsidy programs.
Testimony

State of the State 2019: Rapid Reaction

January 15, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
Live from the NJPP conference room, Brandon, Sheila, and Lou react to Governor Murphy's first State of the State address (memes inside).
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Friday Facts and Figures: January 11, 2019

January 11, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
Billions in corporate subsidies with no economic growth to show for it.
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Friday Facts and Figures: January 4, 2019

January 4, 2019 • Louis DiPaolo
New year, same federal shutdown, new state minimum wage.
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Friday Facts and Figures: December 21, 2018

December 21, 2018 • Louis DiPaolo
ACA enrollment down from last year. Struggling families get first boost in cash assistance in 31 years.
Blog

Slow Pace of Progress on Minimum Wage Limits Benefits

December 17, 2018 • Brandon McKoy • Economic Justice
The purchasing power of $15 today is much more than it will be in 2024, let alone 2029.
Blog

Now is the Time for Driver’s License Expansion

December 17, 2018 • Erika J Nava • Economic Justice
All New Jerseyans benefit when drivers are trained, tested, and insured.
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Friday Facts and Figures: December 14, 2018

December 14, 2018 • Louis DiPaolo
Open enrollment deadline is a day away. ICE continues to detain children and separate New Jersey families.
Report

Defending Reproductive Rights in New Jersey by Improving Access to Health Care for All

December 10, 2018 • Jazmyne McNeese • Health
A new, comprehensive reproductive health agenda for New Jersey.
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Friday Facts and Figures: December 7, 2018

December 7, 2018 • Louis DiPaolo
Special Edition: Everything you need to know about the new, exemption-ridden minimum wage proposal
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Friday Facts and Figures: November 30, 2018

November 30, 2018 • Louis DiPaolo
New AG directive limits law enforcement's interactions with ICE. New Jersey one step close to legal marijuana.
Report

New Immigration Rule Will Have Chilling Effect on New Jersey’s Mixed-Status Families

November 27, 2018 • Erika J Nava • Economic Justice
New "Trump Rule" will restrict immigration by making family income and potential use of assistance programs a central consideration.
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Friday Facts and Figures: November 23, 2018

November 23, 2018 • Louis DiPaolo
Tax amnesty in full-swing. Majority of millennials believe tax system is unfair.
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Friday Facts and Figures: November 16, 2018

November 16, 2018 • Louis DiPaolo
Immigration detainers on the rise. Premiums on the decline.
Report

New Jersey’s Individual Market Premiums to be Among the Lowest in the Nation

November 15, 2018 • Raymond Castro • Health
New Jersey's response to the Trump administration's Affordable Care Act sabotage is starting to pay off with lower premiums for middle-class families.
Report

Working with ICE: A Costly Choice for New Jersey

November 13, 2018 • Erika J Nava • Economic Justice
New Jersey's cooperation with ICE comes with real costs to local governments, immigrant communities, and the broader economy.
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Friday Facts and Figures: November 9, 2018

November 9, 2018 • Louis DiPaolo
Progressive policy won at the ballot box nationwide.
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Friday Facts and Figures: November 2, 2018

November 2, 2018 • Louis DiPaolo
Health care on the midterm ballot. Tipped wage may be phased out.

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