2008-09 State Budget and Tax Policy Archives

State Must Look at Revenue Options in New Budget
January 23, 2009

Pennsylvania's projected budget shortfall has jumped to $2.3 billion. State budget and staff cuts will only exacerbate the recession by taking money out of the state economy and sending more people to the unemployment line.

Gov. Rendell Outlines Plan to Close Budget Deficit
December 9, 2008

Gov. Ed Rendell says $500 million in state budget cuts, an expected federal fiscal stimulus package, and half of the state's Rainy Day Fund will close most of a projected $1.6 billion deficit in the 2008-09 budget.

PBPC Hosts Forum on State Budget Deficit
December 2, 2008

PBPC hosted a forum in Harrisburg to discuss the impact of the national recession on Pennsylvania's budget and policy options for balancing the budget.

PBPC Releases New Roadmap to State and Local Tax Policy
November 16, 2008

PBPC has produced an easy-to-read handbook explaining Pennsylvania's state and local tax structures and how Pennsylvania's budget is put together. Download a copy today.

OTHER BUDGET NEWS & RESEARCH

Wrong Time for Special Interest Tax Breaks: SB 1231 Would Subsidize Private Jets and Boutique Beer Despite Sinking Economy

State of the Budget July 2, 2008

Historic Education and Health Care Reforms Remain Bargaining Chips in Budget Negotiations

Senate Economic Stimulus Package: The Wrong Solution for Pennsylvania's Economy

House Tax Cut Plan Leaves Families Behind

House Earned Income Tax Credit Bill Turns into Tax Cut Frenzy

PBPC Details Cost Estimates of Amendments to House Bill 377

Earned Income Credit Again Advances in PA Legislature

How Would a 30% PA Earned Income Credit Help Low-Income Families By PA House District?