NEW FROM PBPC

Panelists at Community Forum Agree: Health Reform Is Needed

November 19, 2009

A diverse group of health care experts agreed on a key point during a community forum this week: reforms are needed to improve the health care system and lower costs.

New Report Puts Pa. Among 'Terrible 10' Most Regressive Tax States

November 18, 2009

Working families in Pennsylvania pay a far higher share of their income in state and local taxes than their wealthiest counterparts, according to a new study.

Tea Party Protesters Have Their History Wrong

November 13, 2009

All Pennsylvanians should support efficient government but Tea Party protesters descending on Harrisburg want to dismantle public structures that provide education and human services. Read PBPC's statement on Saturday's Tea Party protest.

How Did Pa. Congressmembers Vote on Health Care Reform?

November 9, 2009

The U.S. House made history over the weekend by approving comprehensive health care reform. See how Pennsylvania's U.S. House members voted on the landmark legislation.

A Roadmap to State & Local Tax Policies

Check out PBPC's easy-to-read handbook explaining state and local tax structures and how Pennsylvania's budget is put together. The Common Good: What Pennsylvania's Budget and Tax Policies Mean to You challenges myths about the state's tax burden and spending levels by comparing state spending and taxes to those in other states and examining how Pennsylvania spending and tax levels have changed over time.

Just the Facts, Please

Pennsylvania’s budget funds critical public services that keep our communities safe, educate our children, help our economy to grow, and provide health care for the poor and disabled. Learn more with PBPC's Just the Facts on Pennsylvania Spending, Pennsylvania Taxes, Tax Fairness and Pennsylvania Debt.