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.

Friday Facts and Figures

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.
Explainer

Impact of Threats to Health Care by Congressional District

October 30, 2018 • Raymond Castro • Health
Impact of threats to health programs, by congressional district.
Report

Congressional Threats to Health Programs Could Harm Millions of New Jerseyans

October 30, 2018 • Raymond Castro • Health
The number one issue for voters, both Democrats and Republicans, is health care. Here's what's at stake in the midterms.
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Friday Facts and Figures: October 26, 2018

October 26, 2018 • Louis DiPaolo
Many New Jerseyans considered working poor. Cash assistance gets a much needed bump.
Report

Opportunity Lost: Consequences and Shortcomings of the Fiscal Year 2019 Budget

October 22, 2018 • Sheila Reynertson • Tax and Budget
This year’s budget falls short in one key area: there are simply not enough stable sources of new revenue to sustain increased investments.
Blog

New Jersey’s Minimum Wage Set to Increase by 25 Cents

October 19, 2018 • Brandon McKoy • Economic Justice
The new minimum wage of $8.85 remains insufficient for workers, businesses, and the economy.
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Friday Facts and Figures: October 19, 2018

October 19, 2018 • Louis DiPaolo
Earned sick days are on the way. Most state tax codes exacerbate income inequality.
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Friday Facts and Figures: October 12, 2018

October 12, 2018 • Louis DiPaolo
Small bump to minimum wage. NJ Transit audit tells a tale of neglect.
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Friday Facts and Figures: October 5, 2018

October 5, 2018 • Louis DiPaolo
Amazon raises its minimum wage. State funding for higher education lags.
Blog

Higher Ed: A Decade of Cuts and Tuition Hikes

October 4, 2018 • Brandon McKoy • Economic Justice
A decade of cuts to higher education threaten access and equity for New Jersey families.
Report

Raising the Minimum Wage to $15 is Critical to Growing New Jersey’s Economy

October 2, 2018 • Brandon McKoy • Economic Justice
Increasing the minimum wage to $15 an hour will boost the pay of 1 million workers – but not if the Legislature stalls
Report

Raising the Minimum Wage to $15 is Critical to Growing New Jersey's Economy

October 2, 2018 • Brandon McKoy • Economic Justice
Increasing the minimum wage to $15 an hour will boost the pay of 1 million workers – but not if the Legislature stalls

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