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EOI
July 14, 2022
2022 Changemakers – Remixed!
We're switching things up! Join EOI for a unique evening of learning, collaboration, and fun!
From @PNS_News: "It's really disheartening that once again we have to beg for some attention to these really important issues that are so closely correlated to our economy and our recovery from COVID and other things going on," -EOI Staff Gabriela Quintana https://t.co/aZTnAHdRJf
The Inflation Reduction Act incl. $$ to fight climate change & increase healthcare access. While hopeful it passes, we’re concerned child care was dropped. We call on elected officials to address care economy needs for workers – esp. women & women of color https://t.co/4q54rPWb1u
Paid Family and Medical Leave
April 1, 2022
Washington’s Paid Family & Medical Leave Program After Two Years of Operation
Key lessons for other state and federal Paid Family and Medical Leave programs
Blog Feed
Events
April 14, 2022
Register Now for EOI’s 2022 Legislative Wrap Up Event!
Join us as we recap the wins and challenges from the 2022 legislative session!
An Inclusive Economy
March 11, 2022
2022 Legislative Session Review
Washington legislators made good decisions but the measures passed will not reverse the 40-year trend of growing income inequality.
Equal Pay
March 10, 2022
Equal Pay Day 2022: Work Still Remains to Advance Gender Equity
Women’s history month and Equal Pay Day give us the opportunity to celebrate progress, and acknowledge the collective work we have ahead.
Progressive Tax Reform
March 7, 2022
More than Meets the Eye: A Closer Look at Washington’s Economic Forecast and Budget
The way we talk about and report on the economy and the state budget often masks underlying problems
Progressive Tax Reform
March 3, 2022
We Must Defend Capital Gains and Invest in Washington’s Kids and Future
It's time to rethink how we invest in communities and our collective future
Funding Public Services
February 25, 2022
We Need an Ambitious Budget to Help our All People and Communities Thrive
If ever there was a time to invest deeply in our people and basic services, it’s now.
Research Feed
State of Working Washington
Economic Update: Workers’ Wages and Corporate Profits
Part 3/5: Recent wage gains for workers are dwarfed by growth in corporate profits
State of Working Washington
Economic Update: Business and Jobs
Part 2/5: While high-wage sectors have grown, low- and moderate-wage jobs are still making up pandemic losses
State of Working Washington
Economic Update: Employment and the Labor Force
Part 1/5: Unemployment continues to decline -- but there's substantial room for improvement.
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Improving Access to Washington’s Paid Family & Medical Leave Program
SB 5649 factsheet