Between high wage earners who have comprehensive employer-based health benefits, and the low-income people who are covered through public health programs, lies a rapidly growing population with no coverage or inadequate coverage. These people are in the health gap. Download the report.
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Searching For Work That Pays: 2004 Northwest Job Gap Study
Northwest Job Gap Study Idaho Job Gap Study Montana Job Gap Study Oregon Job Gap Study Washington Job Gap Study The Northwest Job Gap Study calculates a basic family budget for different family structures. Based on this “living wage,” the study then estimates the number and proportion of job openings that provide a sufficient wageContinue reading “Searching For Work That Pays: 2004 Northwest Job Gap Study”
Washington Lags Behind Other States in Corporate Disclosure and Accountability
States spend billions of dollars every year on tax breaks for businesses. A growing number of states require companies to disclose certain information on the tax breaks they have received. Disclosure allows states to evaluate the costs and benefits of tax breaks. States can monitor tax breaks by looking at job creation levels, job retention,Continue reading “Washington Lags Behind Other States in Corporate Disclosure and Accountability”
End the Costly R&D Tax Breaks: Invest in Washington’s Families
In 1994, Washington State enacted the Business and Occupation (B&O) tax credit for Research and Development (R&D) and the sales tax deferral for R&D to, among other reasons, stimulate the economy and increase competitiveness in high technology. After nine years and extensive review by the Department of Revenue, it is clear that these tax incentivesContinue reading “End the Costly R&D Tax Breaks: Invest in Washington’s Families”
Passenger Safety at Risk? Sea-Tac Air Travelers Voice Concerns About the Working Conditions of Airport Security Personnel
Low wages and insufficient training for airport security workers put travelers at Seattle’s Sea-Tac airport at risk, but better working conditions and benefits will ensure airport workers can do their jobs effectively. Download the report.
Searching For Work That Pays: 2001 Job Gap Study
Idaho Job Gap Study Montana Job Gap Study Oregon Job Gap Study Washington Job Gap Study The 2001 Job Gap Study calculates a basic family budget for different family structures. Based on this “living wage,” the study then estimates the number and proportion of job openings that provide a sufficient wage to support and individualContinue reading “Searching For Work That Pays: 2001 Job Gap Study”
Uncovering the Facts: The Case for Demonstrating Accountability in Washington Corporate Subsidy Programs
Businesses in Washington State receive public money in the form of corporate subsidy programs, but their practices are often ignored. This report makes the case for demonstrating accountability in Washington’s corporate subsidy programs. Download the report.
Bitter Harvest: Foul Play and Poverty Wages for Idaho’s Farm Workers
Idaho discriminates against agricultural workers from being eligible for the state’s minimum wage, resulting in poverty wages. This report calls on state legislature to ensure farmworkers get paid. Download the report.
Empty Promises: Farm Workers Face Poverty Wages and Fraud in Idaho while Legislative Committee Offers False Hope
Idaho farmworkers have no protection under the minimum wage law and are being cheated out of wages by farm labor contractors. This report explains the need for equal protection under the state’s minimum wage law and how to ensure farmworkers receive their earned wages. Download the report.
The Washington Economy: Working, But Not Making a Living
Many working families in Washington live below the poverty level. This report discusses why Washington should seek living wages. Download the report.