The budget and tax debate is slowly beginning in the General Assembly, with lawmakers this week hearing presentations about the revenue outlook and the forecast for Medicaid trends. Governor Mike Easley is expected to present his budget to lawmakers in the next few weeks, prompting more focused discussion on state spending priorities and tax [Continue Reading...]
A new report released by the NC Justice Center explains that for many North Carolinians working hard is not always enough to make ends meet. The report explains how Earned Income Tax Credits at both the federal and state levels can help many working families. Click here to read Making Work Pay [Continue Reading...]
Advocates Encourage Passage of State EITC, Encourage North Carolinians to Apply for Federal EITC Federal Earned Income Tax Credit Lifts Millions Out of Poverty; A State EITC Would Help Working Families Build Wealth and Gain Economic Security Contacts: Sorien Schmidt, NC Justice Center Legislative Director, (919) 856-2151, sorien@ncjustice.org Peter Skillern, Community [Continue Reading...]
