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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Raising the Minimum Wage to $15 by 2024 Would Boost the Pay of 1.2 Million New Jerseyans

May 1, 2017 • Brandon McKoy • Economic Justice
The wage increase would help a diverse group of workers who aren’t paid enough to make ends meet, improving their chances of getting by – and, often, providing for their families – in high-cost New Jersey.
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MacArthur Amendment to American Health Care Act Would Cause Even More Harm to New Jersey

April 26, 2017 • Raymond Castro • Health
It retains all the worst elements of the original plan and sharply reduces protections for pre-existing conditions and other health benefits.
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It’s Time for Some Context on ‘Camden’ Job Growth

April 26, 2017 • Jon Whiten • Economic Justice, Tax and Budget
Jobs and economic opportunities are still too scarce for Camden city residents.
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DACA-Eligible New Jerseyans Pay $66 Million a Year in Taxes

April 25, 2017 • Erika J Nava • Economic Justice
Their tax contributions would drop by 40 percent if DACA protections were rescinded.
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Medicaid Cuts Would Jeopardize Health Services for Students

April 20, 2017 • Raymond Castro • Health
New Jersey’s schools receive $143 million in federal Medicaid funds each year.
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Nearly 4 Million New Jerseyans Have Pre-Existing Conditions

April 6, 2017 • Jon Whiten • Health
The number includes about half a million children.
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What ITIN Filers Should Know Before Filing Their Taxes

March 28, 2017 • Erika J Nava • Tax and Budget
About half of undocumented immigrants use ITIN numbers to file taxes.
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‘ALICE’ Confirms: Many Workers Aren’t Paid Enough to Get By

March 27, 2017 • Brandon McKoy • Economic Justice
More than 1 in 3 New Jersey households are unable to afford basic necessities.
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NJPP’s Ray Castro on Protecting Medicaid

March 25, 2017 • NJPP Staff • Health
Half a million New Jerseyans are covered under the Medicaid expansion.
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Health Care Victory! NJPP Celebrates Trumpcare Defeat

March 24, 2017 • Jon Whiten
American Health Care Act's failure is a victory for New Jersey, and proves facts matter.
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The ‘American Health Care Act’ Would Cause Nearly Half a Million New Jerseyans to Lose Health Coverage

March 21, 2017 • Raymond Castro • Health
As House Republicans rush to “repeal and replace” the Affordable Care Act, it has become clearer how much their proposal would harm New Jersey.
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NJPP’s Ray Castro is Number 26 on ‘Power 50 Health Care’ List

March 21, 2017 • NJPP Staff
"Castro has set himself apart from the crowd with his reports," NJ Biz writes.
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NJPP’s Sheila Reynertson on the 2018 Budget

March 14, 2017 • NJPP Staff
"We've had eight years of trickle-down economic policy that clearly hasn't worked."
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Hundreds Join NJPP for Progress 2017 Conference

March 11, 2017 • Carly Rothman Siditsky
The event marked the kickoff to NJPP's 20th anniversary celebrations.
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Blueprint for Economic Justice & Shared Prosperity

March 10, 2017 • NJPP Staff • Economic Justice, Health, Tax and Budget
The next governor is New Jersey’s last, best chance to slow the state’s collapse, restore its stable financial foundation and rebuild its enterprising, job-creating, wealth-producing economy. Here's how.
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Despite ‘Exodus’ Rhetoric, New Jersey’s Still Adding Millionaires

March 7, 2017 • Jon Whiten • Tax and Budget
The number of New Jersey millionaires has risen by 17 percent over 10 years.
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New Jersey’s Immigrants Pay Taxes, Boost Economy

March 5, 2017 • NJPP Staff • Immigrants' Rights
Undocumented New Jerseyans pay nearly $600 million a year in state and local taxes.
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Four Takeaways from Christie’s Budget Address

March 2, 2017 • NJPP Staff
"This proposal should be explained further. We should look at the implications."
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New Jersey’s Immigrants are a Huge Economic Driver

February 27, 2017 • Erika J Nava • Economic Justice, Immigrants' Rights
New Jersey’s immigrants are starting businesses, creating jobs and paying taxes.
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2018 Budget Preview: The Legacy of the Christie Years

February 24, 2017 • Sheila Reynertson • Tax and Budget
The list of unresolved issues facing New Jersey’s finances is long and daunting.
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Ray Castro Explains Damage of ACA Repeal

February 23, 2017 • NJPP Staff • Health
Over 1 million New Jerseyans would likely lose benefits.
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Repealing the Affordable Care Act Would Devastate New Jersey

February 21, 2017 • Raymond Castro • Health
In county after county, the numbers are clear: repealing the ACA without an adequate replacement is a terrible idea.
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‘Relief’ Uneven for Families as Tax Cuts Start Going Into Effect

February 10, 2017 • Sheila Reynertson • Tax and Budget
Last year's blockbuster tax deal is one that New Jersey simply can't afford.
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Join Us on March 10 for the ‘Progress 2017’ Conference

January 29, 2017 • NJPP Staff
It’s going to be a big year for New Jersey - let's make it count.
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Audit Finds Lax Oversight with Tax Subsidy Program

January 26, 2017 • NJPP Staff • Tax and Budget
NJPP's Gordon MacInnes talks to NJTV News about flaws with the state's tax breaks.

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