2021 Federal Reconciliation Package Priorities
The U.S. Congress is working out the details of a Human and Care Infrastructure package that will make major investments in childcare, health care, paid family and medical leave and more
Funding Public Services
Inclusive Health Access
We Must See the Texas Abortion Ban through an Economic Lens
The ability to access an abortion has long been determined by wealth and income
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Hard-Won Equity Expansions of Washington’s Paid Family and Medical Leave Take Effect
Learn about the improved benefits now available to you and your family
State of Working Washington
New State Programs May Ease a Short-Term Evictions Crisis, but Steep Rent Hikes Spell Trouble
State and local lawmakers must fashion new policies to reshape our housing market
An Inclusive Economy
Washington: From Affluence to Prosperity
A key reason for Washington's failure to achieve economic prosperity is the state's unfair tax system
Funding Public Services
Teacup Poodles and Blue Whales: Why Washington’s Budget is Smaller Than you Think
Context is key when making comparisons—but too often it goes missing
An Inclusive Economy
A Powerful and Historic Legislative Session
Advancing policies to build healthier communities and promote economic security for all
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Progressive Tax Reform
September 28, 2021
A Quick Guide to Washington’s Tax Code
Investments in public services and programs are an investment in all of us
Progressive Tax Reform
September 10, 2021
Federal Reconciliation Plan Promises to make the Wealthy Pay their Fair Share
Inclusive Health Access
September 7, 2021
We Must See the Texas Abortion Ban through an Economic Lens
The ability to access an abortion has long been determined by wealth and income
Latest Research
State of Working Washington
Washington’s Economy is (Slowly) Adding Jobs, but an Equitable Recovery is a Long Way Off
To rebuild, we need to create good jobs, eliminate structural barriers to employment, and value caregiving
Paid Family and Medical Leave
BIPOC Women’s Experiences Using Washington’s Paid Family & Medical Leave Program
EOI collaborated with Families of Color Seattle to conduct two listening sessions in March 2021 on BIPOC women’s experiences with Washington’s Paid Family & Medical Leave program - here's what we learned
