gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 21/09/2026Join us in welcoming our new Director of Economic Security, Dr. Sonia Tetlow, to the team! She has spent 10 years at the CDC and has been published in leading peer-reviewed journals such as 'JAMA Network Open' gbpi.org/sonia-tetlow/ 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 15/09/2026Who wins when state and federal officials refuse to maintain school buildings? Wall Street. To learn more, check out Peer Equity's new report: Learning Among the Elements. peerforeducation.org 000
Reposted by @gabudget.bsky.socialCenter on Budget and Policy Priorities @centeronbudget.bsky.social · 14/09/2026A proposed Trump Administration rule would take refundable tax credits away from roughly 1 million people, including hundreds of thousands of U.S. citizen children in families that include immigrants with lawful status. www.cbpp.org/research/fed...cbpp.orgIn Radical Departure From Long-Standing Policy and Federal Law, Trump Administration Proposes New Regulation to Take Tax Credits Away From Many Families That Include Immigrants With Lawful StatusOnly individuals who have one of a narrow list of immigration statuses defined as “qualified” will remain eligible. 043
Reposted by @gabudget.bsky.socialFeeding America @feedingamerica.org · 13/09/2026Grit, guts and hustle. That's what Pastor Thomas sees in the Detroit neighbors who use SNAP to help feed their families. SNAP is a foundation, not a handout. Learn more: FeedingAmerica.org/SnapFacts #SNAPSupports 121
Reposted by @gabudget.bsky.socialITEP @itep.org · 11/09/2026More state lawmakers are losing their appetite for data center tax breaks as revenue losses balloon out of control. It's clear that these enormous tax breaks were a race to the bottom without a full understanding of the costs. www.wsj.com/politics/pol...wsj.comStates That Gave Data Centers Billions in Tax Breaks Are Now Ripping Up the DealsAmazon, Meta and Google risk losing decadeslong exemptions due to a backlash against their facilities 166
Reposted by @gabudget.bsky.socialCenter on Budget and Policy Priorities @centeronbudget.bsky.social · 02/09/2026More than 19M children receive less than the full Child Tax Credit because their families' incomes are too low, even though the vast majority have parents or caregivers who work. Policymakers should make the full credit available to these families. www.cbpp.org/blog/most-of...cbpp.orgMost of the 19 Million Children Left Out of the Full Child Tax Credit Have Parents in Low-Paying Jobs; Policymakers Should Expand ItMore than 19 million children under age 17 receive less than the full $2,200 Child Tax Credit because their families’ incomes are too low — and the vast majority of these children have parents who wor... 111
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 02/09/2026ICYMI: Our annual budget primer outlining the state's budget is here, investigating how our legislature's decisions surrounding money impacts the lives of everyday Georgians. gbpi.org/georgiabudge...gbpi.orgGeorgia Budget PrimerThe Georgia Budget Primer examines state spending related to health, education, human services and criminal legal systems in the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 10/08/2026This year we stood with partners and advocates in the wake of Trump's HR1 to help Georgia's SNAP program remain whole: bit.ly/3U4tWzFbit.lyHow Georgia and California are Fighting to Protect Access to Healthcare and Food Assistance - National Skills CoalitionHow Georgia and California are Fighting to Protect Access to Healthcare and Food Assistance: Inside State Advocates’ Fight to Protect Basic Needs Entering the 2026 legislative session, state workfor... 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 04/08/2026After Trump signed HR1 into law, now many Georgia children may lose access to school lunch: www.ajc.com/education/20...ajc.comGeorgia school lunch crunch: Law could reduce access to free, low-cost mealsA report released a state-by-state analysis of the impact of cuts that were part of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” including to the school lunch program. 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 30/07/2026Gov. Kemp directed state agencies to freeze spending next year. This comes after Kemp signed an income tax cut that primarily benefits the wealthy and takes away a third of income tax revenues that would help balance GA's budget. Read our full statement: gbpi.org/0730response 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 29/07/2026If you missed our town hall on the Georgia state budget earlier this month, you can catch it here: youtu.be/U_hhXgJmocIyoutu.be2027 Georgia Budget Primer Town HallYouTube video by Georgia Budget & Policy Institute 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 22/07/2026Read all about Georgia's budget for health care in our budget primer, here: gbpi.org/georgia-heal... 010
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 21/07/2026You can read the education section of our Georgia budget primer here: gbpi.org/georgia-educ... 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 20/07/2026You can read our Georgia Budget primer here: gbpi.org/georgiabudge... 000
Reposted by @gabudget.bsky.socialBrendan Duke @brendanvduke.bsky.social · 15/07/2026Lots of rumors swirling on a Reconciliation 3.0, but it appears House Republicans are once again considering fast-track legislation that could take away health care, nutrition assistance, or other help from low-income people. 🧵 12014
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 01/07/2026You can count on GBPI to dissect Georgia's state budget. Today is the first day of the state's 2027 budget, and you can read our full primer on this budget here: gbpi.org/georgiabudge...gbpi.orgGeorgia Budget PrimerThe Georgia Budget Primer examines state spending related to health, education, human services and criminal legal systems in the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 29/06/2026Do you know what Georgia lawmakers prioritized when they set this year's budget? The fiscal year starts this Wednesday - join us then for a virtual town hall to learn what our lawmakers chose to focus on, and what they chose to sacrifice. Bit.ly/primertownhall 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 15/06/2026The start of Georgia's fiscal year is July 1. Make sure you're prepared by registering for our town hall here: bit.ly/primertownhall and signing up for a mailed version of the primer here: fivzyxlo.paperform.cobit.lyWelcome! You are invited to join a webinar: FY 2027 Georgia Budget Primer Town Hall. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.Join GBPI for a virtual town hall discussing our state budget primer. The budget primer is GBPI’s annual publication that outlines the state budget for the year, recognizes substantial changes from th... 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 11/06/2026Between '22 and '24, the share of young children under 6 who were uninsured reached the highest uninsured rate for young children in nearly a decade. GBPI, along with GEEARS, Voices for Georgia's Children and GHI have several recommendations: bit.ly/4eiRvLFbit.lyGeorgia Child and Health Advocacy Organizations Call for Action to Reduce Coverage Losses Among Young Children - GEEARSFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 11, 2026 Georgia Child and Health Advocacy Organizations Call for Action to Reduce Coverage Losses Among Young Children A new report from Georgetown University’s Center . ... 033
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 04/06/2026Joint us on July 1 at 3.30 pm for our Budget Primer Town Hall. Register at bit.ly/primertownhall 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 02/06/2026This year, our budget primer will have a focus on budget trends over the full eight years of Gov. Kemp’s tenure as we prepare for Georgia’s next leaders to take office. Register today at bit.ly/primertownhall 010
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 01/06/2026Kemp cut $344 million through budget disregards. The reason is not an economic downturn or dip in state funding, but tax cuts approved by the General Assembly. www.thecentersquare.com/georgia/arti...thecentersquare.comStudy shows tax cuts leave big hole in Georgia's budget(The Center Square) – A study confirms what outgoing Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp warned state lawmakers about when he signed the fiscal year 2027 budget – lawmakers may have to 020
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 28/05/2026Mayor Dickens's administration is moving to extend six of Atlanta's Tax Allocation Districts (TADs), and the Atlanta Board of Education will likely be asked to vote on it. The outcome will shape APS funding for decades to come. 020
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 26/05/2026The future of Georgia's agriculture industry relies on a state and local public health system that can track outbreaks and keep communities healthy. georgiarecorder.com/2026/05/18/g...georgiarecorder.comGeorgia’s agribusiness industry depends on a thriving, fully funded public health system • Georgia RecorderIn the new budget that Gov. Brian Kemp signed last week, less than one in every 10 state dollars spent on Georgia’s three primary health agencies is allocated to the Department of Public Health. The f... 010
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 21/05/2026Property taxes are critical for schools and local government. Our resident expert Daniel Kanso, PhD joined Georgia leaders today during BEST: A Conversation on Faith and Building a Shared Economy to discuss how critical these funds are for Georgia's children. 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 19/05/2026Last week, Gov. Kemp issued $344 million in budget disregards to offset tax cuts that primarily benefit those who already have the most: gbpi.org/governor-kem...bit.lyGovernor Kemp Unilaterally Issues $344 Million in Spending Cuts to Fund Tax Cuts for Corporations, High Income Earners - Georgia Budget and Policy InstituteTable of Contents show FY 2027 Budget Disregards and Line-Item Vetoes by Category: Health: Education: Human Services and Supports for Georgians: Income Tax Cuts from HB 463 Lead to Budget Cuts Conclus... 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 13/05/2026This week Gov. Kemp signed the state budget and issued 157 vetoes and disregards. This cuts $344 million from the budget. It has been made clear that this is to offset the revenue loss lawmakers have chosen through income tax cuts that primarily benefit the wealthy. 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 20/04/2026One of the biggest policy issues we discussed this past legislative session was the income tax, and how cutting it would be regressive. We are very proud to be featured in this news article from Midtown High School's own "The Southerner" thesoutherneronline.com/103608/front...thesoutherneronline.comGeorgia state income tax reduction proposal unprecedented, ill-conceivedIn early February this year, Georgia Republican lawmakers in the Senate passed two new bills: SB 476 and SB 477. These laws, now awaiting passage by the Georgia House of Representatives, are part of a... 031
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 03/04/2026Georgia's 2026 legislative session has concluded! You can read our full recap at bit.ly/sinedie26 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 02/04/2026The Georgia need-based DREAMS scholarship is still on its way to being enacted. Happy Sine Die! 010
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 30/03/2026Georgia needs more caseworkers - this would employ more people, make DFCS more efficient and help reduce our error rate - which will reduce how much Georgia will pay in admin fees under HR1. We are asking our lawmakers to restore funding for more caseworkers! 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 27/03/2026Yesterday was equal pay day, and women have lost ground for the second year in a row: www.npr.org/2026/03/26/n...npr.orgIt's Equal Pay Day. Women have lost ground for the second year in a rowThe annual observance marks how far into the new year women must work to make what men earned in the previous year. This year, it's March 26, a day later than it was in 2025. 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 25/03/2026FGF is offering grants of up to $10,000 to advance its goal of securing sustainable, equitable, and student-centered funding for Georgia public schools. To apply, fill out the online application by COB Friday, April 10th. tinyurl.com/FGFgrant 001
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 24/03/2026State gas tax holidays will help corporations and visitors far more than those having a hard time paying for gas. Read more in ITEP's recent report: bit.ly/4uNqcABbit.lyThese States Are Most Impacted by the Spike in Gas PricesThe recent spike in gasoline prices is on pace to cost American drivers an extra $9.4 billion per month. Gas prices are up dramatically across the country, but the South has been hit hardest and is on... 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 16/03/2026GBPI, and our Senior Education Analyst Ashley Young, have advocated for a need-based aid program in Georgia. It's exciting to see those DREAMS come true. bit.ly/4rDMCS6bit.lyGeorgia to Introduce Need-Based Financial AidFor years, the state’s main source of funds for college students was its merit-based HOPE Scholarship. Now, lawmakers are allocating $325 million to a need-based program in hopes it will encourage stu... 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 13/03/2026Georgia's Legislative Session has passed Crossover Day, the day bills must be passed from one chamber to the other to be considered this year. Read our crossover day update: gbpi.org/crossover-da... 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 10/03/2026There are several bills active this legislative session that significantly reduce funding to the state of Georgia through inequitable income tax cuts. You can compare them in our newest fact sheet: gbpi.org/racing-to-th... 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 06/03/2026Read our in-depth analysis on Georgia property tax here: gbpi.org/passing-the-... 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 05/03/2026HB 947 makes it harder for families to keep food on the table. If passed, this bill would cut food assistance for children, seniors and people with disabilities simply because their families could not get through the maze of excessive verification. Call your Ga House Rep to help: bit.ly/stop947 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 04/03/2026There are several income tax bills in play this Legislative Session. Our bill analysis compares them all: bit.ly/40IWy1u. HB 1001, HB 880 and SB 477 mostly benefit the wealthy while Senate Bill 520 would benefit working and middle-class Georgians.bit.lyRacing to the Bottom: Sweeping Income Tax Proposals Threaten Funding for Schools and Health Care, Alternatives Offer Tax Cuts with Balanced Budget - Georgia Budget and Policy InstituteTable of Contents show Comparing Income Tax Bills Introduced During 2026 Session House Bill 1001 House Bill 880 Senate Bill 476 and Senate Bill 477 Senate Bill 520 Endnotes During the 2026 legislative... 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 03/03/2026Property Taxes are critical for school funding, as 66% of local funding comes from them. 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 02/03/2026House Bill 1413 was heard in the Higher Ed Committee today - it creates a need-based aid program for Georgia Scholarships with the DREAMS program. Follow us for more updates! 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 02/03/2026House Bill 1413 was heard in the Higher Ed Committee today - it creates a need-based aid program for Georgia Scholarships with the DREAMS program. Follow us for more updates! 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 25/02/2026Let's fully fund the Georgia DREAMS Scholarship, y'all 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 24/02/2026Fully Fund Ga DREAMS! Join us on the Georgia Capitol South Steps at 9am tomorrow, Feb. 25 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 23/02/2026The DREAMS Scholarship would be a long-awaited victory for all Georgians, let's make sure we fully fund it to really bring the dream alive. 000
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 20/02/2026Today Georgia's Senate passed its version of the AFY 2026 budget, and unfortunately some changes were made that don't reflect the needs of all Georgians. 000
Reposted by @gabudget.bsky.socialHealthbeat @healthbeat.org · 12/02/2026A legislative committee has 5 proposals aimed at reconfiguring the state's public health structure. Increasing state funding isn't one of them.bit.lyGeorgia lawmakers consider first steps to streamline public health systemA legislative committee has 5 proposals aimed at reconfiguring the state's public health structure. Increasing state funding isn't one of them. 011
gabudget.bsky.social @gabudget.bsky.social · 12/02/2026GBPI is hiring a Senior Analyst or Director to work in our Economic Security Portfolio. Find out more: gbpi.org/senior-analy...gbpi.orgSenior Analyst of Economic Security or Director of Economic Security - Georgia Budget and Policy InstituteTable of Contents show About GBPI Position Overview Scope of work Must Have Qualifications: Nice to Have Qualifications: Details: About GBPI The Georgia Budget and Policy Institute (GBPI) strives to c... 001
