Category: Economic Security

House Bill 521 Further Cuts the Income Tax, Disproportionately Benefiting Wealthy Idahoans

February 19, 2024
Economic Security, Reports, Tax & Revenue

Every year, Idaho spends millions of tax dollars to make sure families receive a good education, live in safe homes and communities, and enjoy

Immigrants Strengthen Idaho’s Economy

August 29, 2023
Blog Post, Economic Security, Reports

The Immigration Research Initiative (IRI), a nonpartisan think tank that focuses on immigration integration, recently published a report finding that immigrants continue to struggle

Idaho Tax Breaks: A Process for Review is Needed

August 3, 2023
Blog Post, Economic Security, Featured, Reports, Tax & Revenue

Every year, Idaho spends millions of tax dollars to make sure families receive a good education, live in safe homes and communities, and enjoy

Understanding 2023 Property Tax Relief

May 5, 2023
Blog Post, Economic Security, Featured, Reports, Tax & Revenue

A main focus of the 2023 legislative session was property tax relief. While there were several proposals introduced, only one made it past the

Emergency Federal Rental Assistance is Critical for Continued Eviction Prevention in Idaho

January 27, 2023
Blog Post, Economic Security, Featured, Housing, Reports, Uncategorized

Individuals and families thrive when they have access to stable and affordable homes, and communities are stronger overall when its residents can avoid the

2022 Special Legislative Session: Understanding Impacts of the Tax and Education Bill

August 30, 2022
Economic Security, Education, Featured, Reports, Tax & Revenue, Uncategorized

To download a PDF version, click here. State surpluses and strong revenue growth are leaving many states with a big opportunity this year. Idaho

Idaho’s Lowest Income Renters Received Less Rental Assistance than Those in Other States

July 28, 2022
Economic Security, Featured, Housing, Reports

New data on Idaho’s unmet housing needs show Idaho’s lowest income households face barriers to obtaining assistance Idaho families, workers, and businesses need affordable

Need for Long-Term Housing Solutions Reflected in Assistance Programs

June 21, 2022
Economic Security, Featured, Housing, Reports

Every Idahoan deserves a safe, affordable home. Research shows children who grow up in reliable housing situations are often healthier and perform better academically

Facing More Unanticipated Dollars, Policymakers Must Invest in Idahoans

June 1, 2022
Economic Security, Featured, Reports, Tax & Revenue

Since tax revenues continue to dramatically exceed official projections, Idaho’s revenue and budget picture looks even more robust than it did just a few

A Snapshot of Idaho’s Rapidly Growing Cost of Living

April 20, 2022
Economic Security, Featured, Housing, Reports

Six months ago, the Center published a look at Idaho’s rising cost of living and what it means for families of modest incomes. In

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