The Edelman Perspective - Ontario Budget 2018Edelman
The document summarizes reactions to the 2018 Ontario provincial budget released by Premier Kathleen Wynne. It outlines some of the key investments and tax changes in the budget, including increased funding for healthcare, infrastructure, and childcare. The budget also proposes personal income tax increases for those earning over $92,000 annually. Reactions were mixed, with opposition parties and business groups criticizing the tax hikes and ever-rising costs, while unions and environmental groups praised investments in public services and climate initiatives.
David Olander, Chief Tax Counsel for the Ways and Means Committee, gave a presentation covering tax policy, financial policy, and the 2014/2015 budget process. On tax policy, he discussed recent tax reform proposals from the House and Senate as well as the Obama Administration's upcoming budget. He noted that comprehensive tax reform is unlikely to pass in 2014. On financial policy, he covered recent and upcoming legislative and regulatory issues. Finally, he provided an overview of the budget agreement for 2014/2015 and the outlook for the 2015 appropriations process and the 2014 elections.
Edelman Public Affairs - BC NDP's First BudgetEdelman
Earlier this week, the BC NDP tabled its first full budget. How do the new government’s budgetary commitments compare to its campaign trail promises? Edelman Vancouver’s Public Affairs team weighs in. To learn more about Edelman, please visit www.edelman.ca.
The budget document discusses Finance Minister Bill Morneau's third budget, which continued the Liberal goals of social inclusion and supporting innovation. However, announcements were modest, with most investments directed at the public sector, likely due to uncertainties around NAFTA and US tax cuts. The budget projects a $18.1 billion deficit for 2018-19, down slightly from the previous year, and stresses Canada's strong economic fundamentals despite not balancing the budget by 2019 as promised.
Mandatory spending in the US federal budget in 2013 totaled $2.0 trillion, or 12.2% of GDP. The largest portions were $861 billion on major health care programs like Medicare and Medicaid, $808 billion on Social Security, and $340 billion on income security programs. Mandatory spending has increased as a percentage of GDP from 10.6% in 1993 due to growth in major health care programs and income security programs.
T3S briefing about New Government Policytonyosailing
The document summarizes the key announcements from the UK government's budget, including plans to reduce the deficit primarily through public spending cuts. It outlines reductions to local government grants, benefits, and public sector pay. It also describes initiatives to increase voluntary and community participation through programs like National Citizen Service and Local Enterprise Partnerships. Finally, it notes many programs and organizations are under review and further spending cuts are expected with the upcoming Comprehensive Spending Review.
The federal budget in 2013 collected $2.8 trillion in revenues. Individual income taxes were the largest source at $1.3 trillion. Social insurance (payroll) taxes were the second highest at $948 billion. Mandatory spending, such as Social Security and Medicare, accounted for $2 trillion of the $3.5 trillion in total spending. Revenues as a percentage of GDP were 16.7% in 2013, below the average of 17.2% between 1993 and 2012.
CRFB - Build Back Better for Less - Oct. 15 2021CRFBGraphics
This document summarizes proposals for President Biden's economic recovery package, known as "Build Back Better". It compares the cost and policies of proposals ranging from $1.5 trillion to $4.6 trillion. The House-passed bill is estimated to cost $4.6 trillion but is underfunded. Alternative proposals that cost $1.5 trillion or $2.3 trillion are outlined, focusing spending on families, health care, education, climate and paid leave, and offsetting costs through tax increases. The $2.3 trillion option is described in more detail, expanding programs like the child tax credit while means-testing benefits and implementing reforms to reduce costs.
The Edelman Perspective - Ontario Budget 2018Edelman
The document summarizes reactions to the 2018 Ontario provincial budget released by Premier Kathleen Wynne. It outlines some of the key investments and tax changes in the budget, including increased funding for healthcare, infrastructure, and childcare. The budget also proposes personal income tax increases for those earning over $92,000 annually. Reactions were mixed, with opposition parties and business groups criticizing the tax hikes and ever-rising costs, while unions and environmental groups praised investments in public services and climate initiatives.
David Olander, Chief Tax Counsel for the Ways and Means Committee, gave a presentation covering tax policy, financial policy, and the 2014/2015 budget process. On tax policy, he discussed recent tax reform proposals from the House and Senate as well as the Obama Administration's upcoming budget. He noted that comprehensive tax reform is unlikely to pass in 2014. On financial policy, he covered recent and upcoming legislative and regulatory issues. Finally, he provided an overview of the budget agreement for 2014/2015 and the outlook for the 2015 appropriations process and the 2014 elections.
Edelman Public Affairs - BC NDP's First BudgetEdelman
Earlier this week, the BC NDP tabled its first full budget. How do the new government’s budgetary commitments compare to its campaign trail promises? Edelman Vancouver’s Public Affairs team weighs in. To learn more about Edelman, please visit www.edelman.ca.
The budget document discusses Finance Minister Bill Morneau's third budget, which continued the Liberal goals of social inclusion and supporting innovation. However, announcements were modest, with most investments directed at the public sector, likely due to uncertainties around NAFTA and US tax cuts. The budget projects a $18.1 billion deficit for 2018-19, down slightly from the previous year, and stresses Canada's strong economic fundamentals despite not balancing the budget by 2019 as promised.
Mandatory spending in the US federal budget in 2013 totaled $2.0 trillion, or 12.2% of GDP. The largest portions were $861 billion on major health care programs like Medicare and Medicaid, $808 billion on Social Security, and $340 billion on income security programs. Mandatory spending has increased as a percentage of GDP from 10.6% in 1993 due to growth in major health care programs and income security programs.
T3S briefing about New Government Policytonyosailing
The document summarizes the key announcements from the UK government's budget, including plans to reduce the deficit primarily through public spending cuts. It outlines reductions to local government grants, benefits, and public sector pay. It also describes initiatives to increase voluntary and community participation through programs like National Citizen Service and Local Enterprise Partnerships. Finally, it notes many programs and organizations are under review and further spending cuts are expected with the upcoming Comprehensive Spending Review.
The federal budget in 2013 collected $2.8 trillion in revenues. Individual income taxes were the largest source at $1.3 trillion. Social insurance (payroll) taxes were the second highest at $948 billion. Mandatory spending, such as Social Security and Medicare, accounted for $2 trillion of the $3.5 trillion in total spending. Revenues as a percentage of GDP were 16.7% in 2013, below the average of 17.2% between 1993 and 2012.
CRFB - Build Back Better for Less - Oct. 15 2021CRFBGraphics
This document summarizes proposals for President Biden's economic recovery package, known as "Build Back Better". It compares the cost and policies of proposals ranging from $1.5 trillion to $4.6 trillion. The House-passed bill is estimated to cost $4.6 trillion but is underfunded. Alternative proposals that cost $1.5 trillion or $2.3 trillion are outlined, focusing spending on families, health care, education, climate and paid leave, and offsetting costs through tax increases. The $2.3 trillion option is described in more detail, expanding programs like the child tax credit while means-testing benefits and implementing reforms to reduce costs.
The federal budget deficit grew during the 2008-2009 recession and remained larger in 2013 than in 2008, amounting to $680 billion or 4.1% of GDP. Federal spending was 20.8% of GDP in 2013, slightly above the 40-year average, while revenues were 16.7% of GDP. Large budget deficits in recent years substantially increased federal debt held by the public to 72% of GDP in 2013, the highest level in over 60 years, which could negatively impact long-term economic growth.
This infographic provides an overview of CBO's report, The 2016 Long-Term Budget Outlook. Gain quick insight into why CBO projects a substantial imbalance in the federal budget beyond the next 10 years.
This document analyzes President Obama's FY2014 budget proposal, focusing on funding and policy priorities. It provides a high-level summary of the budget's proposals in various areas including agriculture, nutrition programs, food safety, cybersecurity, defense, education, employment, energy, financial services, health, homeland security, housing, international programs, law enforcement, manufacturing, telecommunications, transportation, and taxes. The analysis highlights relevant funding levels, impacts, and prospects for congressional action. Specific funding amounts and policy priorities are outlined for the Department of Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, and other agencies.
Edelman Canada shares highlights from Alberta Finance Minister Joe Ceci’s 2017 Budget. To learn more about Edelman Canada, please visit www.edelman.ca.
Edelman Canada shares highlights from British Columbia Finance Minister Mike de Jong’s 2017 Budget. To learn more about Edelman Canada, please visit www.edelman.ca.
This presentation discusses how homeowners, businesses, and municipalities would benefit from a repeal of Indiana's proprty tax and presents a plan for accomplishing repeal.
CRFB Chartbook - Reducing the Tax Gap - 07/14/2021CRFBGraphics
The document discusses estimates of the US tax gap, which is the difference between taxes owed and taxes paid. Some key points:
- The annual tax gap is estimated at around $550 billion for tax year 2019, or about 2.6% of GDP.
- Most of the tax gap comes from underreporting of income, particularly from business income which has little mandatory information reporting.
- Increasing IRS funding for enforcement and expanding information reporting could significantly reduce the tax gap. The Biden plan is estimated to generate over $700 billion in reduced tax gap over 10 years.
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 allocates nearly $500 billion to stimulate the US economy through direct spending, tax cuts, and assistance for unemployed workers and their families. It aims to create 1.2 to 3.6 million new jobs by 2010. While boosting the economy in the short-term, it is estimated to increase the federal deficit by $787 billion from 2009 to 2019. The funds are distributed across various federal agencies and programs focused on infrastructure, education, tax relief, health care, and energy.
201504 BN74 PPI 2015 Election Briefing - PensionsSarah Luheshi
This document summarizes the positions of various UK political parties on pensions policy issues in advance of the 2015 general election. It discusses 11 topics related to pensions, including state pension age rises, additional pensioner benefits, pensions tax relief, and scheme governance. For each topic, the brief outlines the key policies or pledges of parties like the Conservatives, Labour, Liberal Democrats, Greens, and SNP. The document is intended to be a reference for understanding how different parties may affect future pensions policy.
This document discusses federal budget priorities and spending on children. It finds that while children represent the future and economic growth, they receive a relatively small portion of federal spending. Spending on children has declined as a share of the budget since 2010 and is projected to continue declining. It is more temporary, discretionary and lacks built-in growth compared to spending on older populations. The long-term outlook for children is especially troubling as interest on the debt is projected to surpass spending on children. Some potential solutions proposed include accounting for children more in budget projections, prioritizing children through new committees or positions, and improving policies around children's health care and dedicated revenue sources.
- Municipalities will see substantially lower revenues from various sources such as local service taxes, liquid fuels funds, and realty transfer taxes due to economic downturn and high gas prices in 2008. Earned income tax, business taxes, and interest earnings will also be lower.
- Unemployment rates have risen significantly while payrolls have declined sharply resulting in lower personal income tax revenues and increased costs to unemployment funds.
- Revenues are expected to remain flat or decline further while costs such as insurance, materials, and wages increase, resulting in budget deficits, staff cuts, borrowing, and reduced services for many municipalities.
CRFB Webinar - Who is Buying Our New COVID-19 Debt - May 11, 2020CRFBGraphics
The document summarizes the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the government response. It notes that initial unemployment claims have skyrocketed while the government has spent trillions to stabilize the economy. This massive spending has caused federal debt and deficits to reach unprecedented levels. The Federal Reserve has absorbed almost all new debt issuance through bond purchases, maintaining low interest rates. However, the size and duration of Fed support is uncertain as debt levels rise sharply.
An introduction to Unshackle Upstate, a strong and growing coalition dedicated to making changes in New York State government that will enhance the Upstate New York economy and create jobs.
We are facing some very difficult budget choices and challenges for Massachusetts for Fiscal Year 2011 (July 2010 - July 2011). Governor Patrick and his administration are holding a series of hearings and forums around the state to get input and ideas from citizens where this presentation is included. To learn more about the hearings and forums, visit www.mass.gov/governor/forums
If you weren't able to make a hearing or forum or want to be prepared before you attend one, this presentation is about 9 minutes long and will give you a basic overview of the budget situation. Please review it, then visit our blog at www.mass.gov/blog/engage to comment and share your ideas.
This document is a collection of birthday wishes and messages for Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty from her fans on social media. It discusses her successful acting career spanning several movies from Baazigar to Dhadkan and Big Brother. It highlights her talent, smile, dance skills and winning personality. The fans praise her performances and judge role on Zara Nach Ke Dikha. They wish her a very happy birthday and continued success, health and happiness.
The federal budget deficit grew during the 2008-2009 recession and remained larger in 2013 than in 2008, amounting to $680 billion or 4.1% of GDP. Federal spending was 20.8% of GDP in 2013, slightly above the 40-year average, while revenues were 16.7% of GDP. Large budget deficits in recent years substantially increased federal debt held by the public to 72% of GDP in 2013, the highest level in over 60 years, which could negatively impact long-term economic growth.
This infographic provides an overview of CBO's report, The 2016 Long-Term Budget Outlook. Gain quick insight into why CBO projects a substantial imbalance in the federal budget beyond the next 10 years.
This document analyzes President Obama's FY2014 budget proposal, focusing on funding and policy priorities. It provides a high-level summary of the budget's proposals in various areas including agriculture, nutrition programs, food safety, cybersecurity, defense, education, employment, energy, financial services, health, homeland security, housing, international programs, law enforcement, manufacturing, telecommunications, transportation, and taxes. The analysis highlights relevant funding levels, impacts, and prospects for congressional action. Specific funding amounts and policy priorities are outlined for the Department of Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, and other agencies.
Edelman Canada shares highlights from Alberta Finance Minister Joe Ceci’s 2017 Budget. To learn more about Edelman Canada, please visit www.edelman.ca.
Edelman Canada shares highlights from British Columbia Finance Minister Mike de Jong’s 2017 Budget. To learn more about Edelman Canada, please visit www.edelman.ca.
This presentation discusses how homeowners, businesses, and municipalities would benefit from a repeal of Indiana's proprty tax and presents a plan for accomplishing repeal.
CRFB Chartbook - Reducing the Tax Gap - 07/14/2021CRFBGraphics
The document discusses estimates of the US tax gap, which is the difference between taxes owed and taxes paid. Some key points:
- The annual tax gap is estimated at around $550 billion for tax year 2019, or about 2.6% of GDP.
- Most of the tax gap comes from underreporting of income, particularly from business income which has little mandatory information reporting.
- Increasing IRS funding for enforcement and expanding information reporting could significantly reduce the tax gap. The Biden plan is estimated to generate over $700 billion in reduced tax gap over 10 years.
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 allocates nearly $500 billion to stimulate the US economy through direct spending, tax cuts, and assistance for unemployed workers and their families. It aims to create 1.2 to 3.6 million new jobs by 2010. While boosting the economy in the short-term, it is estimated to increase the federal deficit by $787 billion from 2009 to 2019. The funds are distributed across various federal agencies and programs focused on infrastructure, education, tax relief, health care, and energy.
201504 BN74 PPI 2015 Election Briefing - PensionsSarah Luheshi
This document summarizes the positions of various UK political parties on pensions policy issues in advance of the 2015 general election. It discusses 11 topics related to pensions, including state pension age rises, additional pensioner benefits, pensions tax relief, and scheme governance. For each topic, the brief outlines the key policies or pledges of parties like the Conservatives, Labour, Liberal Democrats, Greens, and SNP. The document is intended to be a reference for understanding how different parties may affect future pensions policy.
This document discusses federal budget priorities and spending on children. It finds that while children represent the future and economic growth, they receive a relatively small portion of federal spending. Spending on children has declined as a share of the budget since 2010 and is projected to continue declining. It is more temporary, discretionary and lacks built-in growth compared to spending on older populations. The long-term outlook for children is especially troubling as interest on the debt is projected to surpass spending on children. Some potential solutions proposed include accounting for children more in budget projections, prioritizing children through new committees or positions, and improving policies around children's health care and dedicated revenue sources.
- Municipalities will see substantially lower revenues from various sources such as local service taxes, liquid fuels funds, and realty transfer taxes due to economic downturn and high gas prices in 2008. Earned income tax, business taxes, and interest earnings will also be lower.
- Unemployment rates have risen significantly while payrolls have declined sharply resulting in lower personal income tax revenues and increased costs to unemployment funds.
- Revenues are expected to remain flat or decline further while costs such as insurance, materials, and wages increase, resulting in budget deficits, staff cuts, borrowing, and reduced services for many municipalities.
CRFB Webinar - Who is Buying Our New COVID-19 Debt - May 11, 2020CRFBGraphics
The document summarizes the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the government response. It notes that initial unemployment claims have skyrocketed while the government has spent trillions to stabilize the economy. This massive spending has caused federal debt and deficits to reach unprecedented levels. The Federal Reserve has absorbed almost all new debt issuance through bond purchases, maintaining low interest rates. However, the size and duration of Fed support is uncertain as debt levels rise sharply.
An introduction to Unshackle Upstate, a strong and growing coalition dedicated to making changes in New York State government that will enhance the Upstate New York economy and create jobs.
We are facing some very difficult budget choices and challenges for Massachusetts for Fiscal Year 2011 (July 2010 - July 2011). Governor Patrick and his administration are holding a series of hearings and forums around the state to get input and ideas from citizens where this presentation is included. To learn more about the hearings and forums, visit www.mass.gov/governor/forums
If you weren't able to make a hearing or forum or want to be prepared before you attend one, this presentation is about 9 minutes long and will give you a basic overview of the budget situation. Please review it, then visit our blog at www.mass.gov/blog/engage to comment and share your ideas.
This document is a collection of birthday wishes and messages for Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty from her fans on social media. It discusses her successful acting career spanning several movies from Baazigar to Dhadkan and Big Brother. It highlights her talent, smile, dance skills and winning personality. The fans praise her performances and judge role on Zara Nach Ke Dikha. They wish her a very happy birthday and continued success, health and happiness.
The 2010 Commonwealth Games were held in New Delhi, India from October 3-14. 71 Commonwealth nations participated in the Games, involving thousands of athletes across 17 sporting disciplines. Events were held at various venues throughout Delhi, including the main stadium at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. The motto of the Games was "Come Out and Play", inviting participants to compete in the spirit of sportsmanship.
How to Write Email Content That Resonates and Generates ResultsMarketingProfs
The document discusses the results of a study on the effects of exercise on memory and thinking abilities in older adults. The study found that regular exercise can help reduce the decline in thinking abilities that often occurs with age. Specifically, aerobic exercise was shown to improve executive function and memory in the study participants between the ages of 60-75 who exercised at least 30 minutes per day for 6 months.
The document discusses different types of curricula in formal education. It defines curriculum as the set of courses and content offered at a school. It then discusses core curricula, which mandate certain common courses deemed central for all students. The document also covers distribution requirements, which require students to take courses across categories but allow choice within those categories. Some schools have moved to open curricula with few or no requirements.
This document provides instructions for designing websites locally using MAMP/WAMP on Mac/Windows systems. It discusses installing Apache, MySQL, PHP and WordPress locally, downloading themes and plugins, and using Dreamweaver CS5 to edit files and view live changes in the browser without an internet connection. Specific steps covered include creating databases, installing WordPress, editing themes and files in Dreamweaver, and customizing footers. Screenshots demonstrate properties, filters and discovering related files.
The document discusses stylistic interpretation but provides no additional context or details in the two sentences. It is unclear what stylistic interpretation refers to or what point the document aims to convey given the limited information provided.
The document provides an overview of India, including its geography, climate, government, economy, culture, and people. It notes that India's capital is New Delhi, its official language is Hindi, and its currency is the rupee. It describes India's diverse landscape, from the Himalayan mountains to the Thar Desert. The document also briefly outlines India's government as a democratic republic, key industries and exports, majority religions, notable architecture and monuments, works of literature, leaders, music and dance traditions, film industry, education system, customs, sports, and cuisine.
1. Rubberwood is an important non-timber forest product in southern Thailand. The annual production of rubberwood increased from 47,393 cubic meters in 2002 to 16,778 cubic meters in 2008.
2. Many wood-boring insects infest rubberwood, causing economic losses. A survey from 2002-2005 found 22 species of wood-boring beetles in rubberwood, including the key pest Sinoxylon anale.
3. The effects of rubberwood clones on the growth and reproduction of S. anale were studied to understand host plant preferences.
Addressing the mobility by tapping into human experienceMarta Klepka
Loads was said about mobile. It is the future, it is now, it is irrelevant, it is .... Exactly what it is?
I think mobile is how people live their lives in a busy, hectic, always-on-the-go world. Yesterday's consumers are today's Participants. We do not have the mission of informing uninformed anymore. Participants expect seamless experience across all channels, it requires integrated planning and management.
How to do that? By tapping into human experience...
Overview of Governor Paterson’s 2010-11 Executive Budget Proposal.
New York Governor David Paterson unveiled his 2010-2011 Executive Budget on yesterday. Totaling $134 billion , his proposal is aimed at closing a projected $7.4 billion deficit in the current budget year, as well as setting the stage for reducing future-year deficits of $14.3 billion in 2011-12, $18.3 billion in 2012-13, and $20.7 billion in 2013-14.
The document summarizes the key aspects of the 2016 Canadian federal budget. It proposes several tax initiatives and investments in infrastructure, clean technology, and social services. While running a deficit of $29.4 billion for 2016-2017, the budget is expected to reduce poverty, lower unemployment, and strongly expand GDP through fiscal stimulus. Modeling using the FOCUS macroeconomic model predicts higher government spending, consumption, taxes, and GDP growth in response to the budget measures under a neutral monetary policy.
US Budget Watch 2024: Fiscal Challenges Facing the Next AdministratinCRFBGraphics
This slide deck accompanied a presentation given by Marc Goldwein, senior vice president and senior policy director of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, regarding the fiscal challenges that the winner of the 2024 presidential election will have to face, the principles that make for a fiscally responsible campaign, and the kinds of fiscal policies candidates are talking about on the campaign trail.
The President's plan aims to boost economic growth and job creation through short-term investments while reducing the deficit over 10 years. It includes $4.4 trillion in deficit reduction through spending cuts, health care savings, and tax reforms. The plan cuts the payroll tax for workers and businesses, extends unemployment benefits, and invests in infrastructure to create jobs now while reducing tax breaks for the wealthy to cut the long-term deficit. If enacted, the national debt would fall to 73% of GDP by 2021 compared to 90.7% if no action is taken.
Jamaica budget review by uhy dawgen march 15Dawgen Global
Minister of Finance and Planning, Peter Phillips outlined the fiscal programme for 2015/2016 which he stated is consistent with the two overarching objectives of the Economic Reform Programme efforts to achieve debt reduction and structural reforms for sustained economic growth.
According to the minister, the maintenance of the primary surplus of 7.5 per cent of GDP remains the key operational instrument for achieving these objectives.
Jamaica budget review by UHY Dawgen March 15Dawgen Global
This document provides a summary of key expenditure and revenue measures from the Jamaica Budget Review for 2015/2016. On the expenditure side, it outlines budget allocations for wages and salaries, recurrent programs, capital expenditure, public bodies investment, and debt servicing. The revenue measures section announces amendments to taxation of life insurance companies, an increase in the special consumption tax on cigarettes, and an increase in fuel taxes. The overall aim is to continue fiscal reforms while supporting economic growth through strategic public investments.
Federal Government Transfers to Provinces for Healthcare Education Childcarepaul young cpa, cga
This presentation discuss the transfers for money from the have provinces to have not provinces.
There are following funds: 1. CST 2. HST 3. Equalization 4 TFF
The presentation will talk about the funding and include comments from the provinces.
The document summarizes the fiscal year 2010 budget proposal presented in House 1. It faces a projected $3.5 billion shortfall for FY2010. The budget proposes $27.973 billion in spending, a 0.7% decrease from FY2009 levels but a 0.5% increase after adjustments. It relies on $2.2 billion in cuts, $289 million in increased departmental revenues, $150 million from tax revenue increases, and $1.7 billion in federal stimulus funds to close the gap. It also utilizes a statewide 1% increase in meals and hotel taxes generating $149 million for municipalities to mitigate local aid cuts.
EY 2020 Budget Review for Guyana South AmericaSteven Jasmin
The document summarizes key aspects of the Guyana Budget 2020, including:
1) Total government revenue and expenditure projections of $226.5 billion and $329.5 billion respectively. Major areas of spending include education, health, security and infrastructure.
2) Macroeconomic indicators such as GDP growth projections, inflation rates, and increase in foreign direct investment.
3) Fiscal measures proposed in the budget such as tax exemptions for private education and healthcare, cash grants for households and pensioners, and VAT removals.
4) Investment promotion initiatives focusing on manufacturing, agro-processing, agriculture, hotels and housing.
5) Additional recommendations to address issues like VAT refund delays and the minimum tax
The document summarizes provisions of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and its impact on New York State. It allocates billions of dollars to New York for education, healthcare, unemployment benefits, infrastructure projects, and tax cuts for individuals and families. The funding will help address budget shortfalls and stimulate the economy through job creation.
Growing Healthcare Costsandthe Federal DebtHealthwork
The document discusses growing healthcare costs and the federal debt. It notes that social security, Medicare and Medicaid currently make up 42% of the federal budget and are projected to continue increasing significantly. If current policies continue, large sustained deficits of over $14 trillion are projected by 2019. Rising healthcare costs that outpace economic growth are a major driver of these deficits and threaten long-term economic stability and growth. Healthcare reform is needed to control costs and improve the sustainability of federal spending.
The document discusses key aspects of Bangladesh's proposed national budget for 2020-2021. It provides details on:
1) The total proposed budget size of over Tk 568,000 crore, which is a 13.24% increase from the previous year.
2) Planned expenditures including operating costs, capital expenditures, development expenditures, and allocations for food and loans.
3) Expected sources of income including revenue collection targets, foreign grants, and plans to cover the budget deficit through domestic and foreign borrowing.
4) Various tax rebates and incentives proposed to increase investment, including reductions in corporate tax rates and turnover taxes as well as increases in tax-free income limits.
Pace University Public Policy Project description:
What will it take to improve the life chances of most citizens through the national economy? Your team is part of a Congressional initiative to soliciting recommendations for public policies that address major challenges faced by the U.S. today. We have prepared a “White Paper for the White House,” suggesting policies that will increase U.S. competitiveness and innovation while taking debt, pension and unemployment pressures into account.
Reducing debt and borrowing is essential to controlling inflation, keeping mortgage rates affordable and funding public services sustainably. After accounting for decisions at the Autumn Statement, borrowing is forecast to be lower this year, next year and on average over the forecast period compared to the OBR’s March forecast. Underlying debt is also lower as a percentage of GDP, by an average of 2.1 percentage points across the forecast.
Use of analytics is accelerating, and that means more data-driven decision making and fewer hunches. Evidence-based management complements analytics by adding validated cause-and-effect relationships between policies and effects.
- Paul Gibbons
To sum up: it is wrong always, everywhere, and for anyone, to believe anything upon insufficient evidence.
- William Kingdon Clifford
The document discusses the federal budget deficit and its drivers. It notes that the deficit grew significantly from large surpluses in the early 2000s due to tax cuts, defense spending increases, and rising healthcare costs. Making the tax cuts permanent would cost trillions over time. The president's proposed budget would cut domestic programs and Medicaid while extending the tax cuts, worsening deficits. A balanced approach of spending cuts and revenue increases is recommended to reduce deficits in a responsible way.
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Pema Khandu, born on August 21, 1979, is an Indian politician and the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh. He is the son of former Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Dorjee Khandu. Pema Khandu assumed office as the Chief Minister in July 2016, making him one of the youngest Chief Ministers in India at that time.
Acolyte Episodes review (TV series) The Acolyte. Learn about the influence of the program on the Star Wars world, as well as new characters and story twists.
El Puerto de Algeciras continúa un año más como el más eficiente del continente europeo y vuelve a situarse en el “top ten” mundial, según el informe The Container Port Performance Index 2023 (CPPI), elaborado por el Banco Mundial y la consultora S&P Global.
El informe CPPI utiliza dos enfoques metodológicos diferentes para calcular la clasificación del índice: uno administrativo o técnico y otro estadístico, basado en análisis factorial (FA). Según los autores, esta dualidad pretende asegurar una clasificación que refleje con precisión el rendimiento real del puerto, a la vez que sea estadísticamente sólida. En esta edición del informe CPPI 2023, se han empleado los mismos enfoques metodológicos y se ha aplicado un método de agregación de clasificaciones para combinar los resultados de ambos enfoques y obtener una clasificación agregada.
Your Go-To Press Release Newswire for Maximum Visibility and Impact.pdfPressReleasePower4
This downloadable guide explains why press releases are still important for businesses today and the challenges you might face with traditional distribution methods. Learn how [Your Website Name] offers a comprehensive solution for crafting compelling press releases, targeting the right media outlets, and maximizing visibility.
The Biggest Threat to Western Civilization _ Andy Blumenthal _ The Blogs.pdfAndy (Avraham) Blumenthal
Article in The Times of Israel by Andy Blumenthal: China and Russia are commonly considered the biggest military threats to Western civilization, but I believe that is incorrect. The biggest strategic threat is a terrorist Jihadi Caliphate.
Here is Gabe Whitley's response to my defamation lawsuit for him calling me a rapist and perjurer in court documents.
You have to read it to believe it, but after you read it, you won't believe it. And I included eight examples of defamatory statements/
Essential Tools for Modern PR Business .pptxPragencyuk
Discover the essential tools and strategies for modern PR business success. Learn how to craft compelling news releases, leverage press release sites and news wires, stay updated with PR news, and integrate effective PR practices to enhance your brand's visibility and credibility. Elevate your PR efforts with our comprehensive guide.
22. The Money Bills Balancing the Budget 2010 HB1985: Cigarette Tax Increases the cigarette tax by 1 cent per cigarette, raising about $10.8million per year in revenue.
23. The Money Bills Balancing the Budget 2010 Adds $1 to the tax on a barrel of imported oil to fund energy and food security programs, renewable energy tax credits and agricultural inspectors. HB2421: Barrel Tax
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25. $9.2 to the Department of Agriculture for programs and inspector positions
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27. Barrel Tax Balancing the Budget 2010 And this: Rising energy cost is the major factor that increases the cost of living. For example, here are the 12 month changes from the March 2010 DBEDT Energy Report: Crude oil: $48.10to $81.29 -- 69% price increase Average Gasoline prices: $2.43 to $3.46 per gallon -- 42% price increase Forecast: Crude oil $100.00 per barrel by year end --- 22% price increase
29. Barrel Tax Balancing the Budget 2010 Remember… “The cost of doing nothing will have a far greater impact and leave Hawaii vulnerable to energy pricing volatility and supply disruptions beyond our control. The barrel tax should be regarded as an investment for the future economic vitality and sustainability of Hawaii.” Efficiency and Conservation Tips Websites HECO Energy Saving Tool Kit Fuel Efficiency Consumer Energy Tips
30. The Money Bills Balancing the Budget 2010 HB2452: Transfer of excess balances from special funds Collects $46 million from various special funds and transfers excess to general fund (HB2452)
31. The Money Bills Balancing the Budget 2010 HB2866: Estate Tax Allows decedent an exemption of up to $3.5 million before being subject to any taxes
32. The Money Bills Balancing the Budget 2010 Deferring high tech investment credits SB2401: Temporarily suspends the claiming of credits, for three years, to 2013 SB2001: Provides for early repeal of the state high tech credits but extends the tax credit for research activities by one year, saving the state $13 million
At the start of the 2010 legislative session, the state faced a $1.2 billion shortfall. It was evident that the primary focus of the legislature would be to balance the budget which would require significant cuts to programs and increasing taxes and fees.We were successful in not raising the General Excise Tax which would have affected every person and business in the state. The legislature did not increase income taxes on low and moderate-income families. In addition, we did not take away the Transient Accommodations Tax from the Counties, which would have only resulted in increased property taxes for Hawaii’s homeowners.In summary, the actions we took were responsible. They demonstrate where our priorities lie: to preserve the safety net for the poor, the disadvantaged and the elderly; to support education; to protect the health and welfare of our citizens. Here are some highlights:
HB2200 State Budget. Included $4.9 billion in General Funds and $10.2 billion in all Methods of Financing. Highlights: Added $22 million to the Department of Education, added over $1 million to restore 25 plant quarantine inspectors at the Department of Agriculture, restored $3 million for state libraries, added $4.3 million to restore state and federal funding for 112 Child Welfare Services and Child Support Enforcement positions, added $3 million for Charter Schools, added $64 million for payments owed to Medicaid providers, added $1.3 million for Specialty Courts, added approximately $2 million for community health centers statewide.
In order to close the $1.2 billion shortfall, the legislature made about $794 million in General Fund budget cuts and lapses, accounted for the Governor’s tax refund delay of $275 million, passed about $68 million in new tax or fee increases, took about $78 million from special funds and $185 million in credit adjustments. Below is a pie chart showing the percentages of these actions. Some of the major budget and tax revenue bills passed this session include:
HB1907 Cap on itemized deductions: Temporarily places a cap on itemized deductions, $50K for joint filers with $300K and over in adjusted gross income, and $25K for single filers with $150K in adjusted gross income
Landmark legislation that sets the stage for Hawaii’s future energy and food securityWill help decrease the state’s near total dependence of imported fossil fuel and food supplyHawaii already spends $8.6 billion out of state for imported fuel and foodWill help keep more dollars in the state and strengthen the local economy
Many have criticized the law because 60% (6o cents of $1.05)of tax collected will be directed to the general fund. But, what they do not tell you is that the amount spent from the general fund on agriculture and renewable energy is much larger than what will be directed to the general fund. The bill was initially drafted to supplement and accelerate a renewable energy and food security strategy, but because of the current economic situation, part of the tax collected (60 cents out of $1.05) will be directed to the general fund to help close the state’s $1.2 billion budget gap. However, the general fund has in the past fiscal years and will continue to pay for core energy, agriculture and environmental initiatives.For example the following programs are supported by the general fund:$18 million projected cost to State for the 2009 renewable energy system income tax credit $9.2 to the Department of Agriculture programs and inspector positions $21 to the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human ResourcesThe past five years over $18.5 million of general funds were used to payout the renewable energy technology income tax.
HB1907 Cap on itemized deductions. Temporarily places a cap on itemized deductions, $50K for joint filers with $300K and over in adjusted gross income, and $25K for single filers with $150K in adjusted gross income.
HB1907 Cap on itemized deductions. Temporarily places a cap on itemized deductions, $50K for joint filers with $300K and over in adjusted gross income, and $25K for single filers with $150K in adjusted gross income.
HB2452 Transfer of excess balances from special funds. Collects $46 million from various special funds and transfers excess to general fund.
HB2866 Estate Tax. Allows decedent an exemption of up to $3.5 million before being subject to any taxes.
SB2401 Defer high tech investment credits. Temporarily suspends the claiming of credits, for three years, to 2013. Raises about $93 million for general fund. SB2001 provides for early repeal of the state high tech credits but extends the tax credit for research activities by one year, saving the state $13 million.
EducationSB2124 Restore School Furlough Days. Appropriates $67 million from the Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund for the purpose of funding teacher furlough days at the Department of Education for the fiscal year 2011.HB2376 Constitutional Amendment. Proposes amending the Hawaii State Constitution to change the Board of Education from an elected board to a board appointed by the Governor. HB2377 Appointed Board of Education. Establishes a process by which the Governor appoints the Board of Education. New board will consist of nine voting members, one member respectively from Hawaii, Kauai, and Maui Counties, six from the City & County of Honolulu, and one non-voting public school student.HB2486 Minimum Instructional Hours. For the 2011-2013 school years, public schools will be required to implement a school year of 185 days, including instructional, professional development and other non-instructional days. This will include 1915 student instructional hours for elementary grades, and 1990 student instructional hours for secondary school grades. Phases in greater instructional hours for future years. EducationSB2124 Restore School Furlough Days. Appropriates $67 million from the Hawaii Hurricane Relief Fund for the purpose of funding teacher furlough days at the Department of Education for the fiscal year 2011.HB2376 Constitutional Amendment. Proposes amending the Hawaii State Constitution to change the Board of Education from an elected board to a board appointed by the Governor. HB2377 Appointed Board of Education. Establishes a process by which the Governor appoints the Board of Education. New board will consist of nine voting members, one member respectively from Hawaii, Kauai, and Maui Counties, six from the City & County of Honolulu, and one non-voting public school student.HB2486 Minimum Instructional Hours. For the 2011-2013 school years, public schools will be required to implement a school year of 185 days, including instructional, professional development and other non-instructional days. This will include 1915 student instructional hours for elementary grades, and 1990 student instructional hours for secondary school grades. Phases in greater instructional hours for future years.
Human ServicesSB2469 Social Services Funding through Rainy Day Fund. Appropriates $23 million from the Emergency and Budget Reserve Fund, known as the Rainy Day Fund, to maintain critical programs in education, human services and health.SB2650 DHS EPOD System. Authorizes the state to develop the “eligibility processing operations division” or EPOD system for public assistance and welfare services as a pilot project for Oahu only. Prohibits the Department of Human Services from implementing a reorganization plan which would have closed assistance offices statewide.
HealthHB2084 Disproportionate Share Hospital Funding. Extends to June 30, 2011, the state’s matching funds to receive federal Medicaid funding for hospitals, known as the disproportionate share hospital funds. Appropriates $12.3 million in state funds in order to receive $15 million in federal funds.SB2599 Colorectal Cancer Screening. Mandates health insurance coverage for colorectal cancer screening based on the recommendations of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. Requires health insurance providers in Hawaii to provide information about the risks of undiagnosed colorectal cancer and to encourage consultation with their physician about screening options.HB2688 Sanitation Inspectors. Inadequate monitoring of health and sanitation conditions in Hawaii food establishments has led to recent reports of vector control problems and salmonella outbreaks. Changes the name of the Environmental Health Education Fund to the Sanitation and Environmental Health Special Fund and allows the funds to be used for sanitation program activities and functions, including hiring of inspectors.
Public SafetyHB1987 Fireworks Nuisance Abatement. Addresses the illegal importation, sale, and transfer of fireworks through the state’s nuisance abatement laws, establishing nuisance abatement and forfeiture actions to discourage those illegal activities.SB1059 Fireworks Task Force, County Authority. Establishes an illegal fireworks task force to stop the importation of illegal fireworks and explosives. Allows counties to enact ordinances regulating fireworks that are more stringent than state law regulating fireworks.
Judiciary/CrimeHB2003 Campaign Financing. Updates and organizes the state’s campaign financing law, including clarification on the reporting requirements for corporations.HB2129 Graffiti. Requires a person convicted of criminal property damage involving graffiti to remove the graffiti within 30 days of sentencing. In addition, the person must perform community service removing graffiti from within 100 yards of the site of the offense.SB2045 Human Trafficking. Establishes Class A and Class B felony offenses for sexual human trafficking and includes these types of cases in the investigations that are given greatest priority for witness protection programs.
EmploymentHB2169 Unemployment insurance. Significantly lowers the cost of unemployment insurance for businesses. Sets new employer contribution rates while maintaining maximum unemployment benefits. SB2840 Local Jobs for Construction Procurement. Requires at least 80% of workers on state and county construction procurement projects to be Hawaii residents.
HousingHB2318 Housing First. Establishes the Housing First Special Fund to assist the homeless. Housing First aims to get the chronically homeless off the street and into stable housing, where they can better address related issues such as job training, employment, and healthcare.
EnvironmentHB1808 Beach Access. Preserves public access to Hawaii’s beaches by requiring Department of Land and Natural Resources to maintain beach transit corridors and prohibiting any obstruction of the corridors by vegetation induced by adjacent property owners.SB466 Leaf Blower Restrictions. Prohibits leaf blowers in residential zones except within the following allowed time periods: Between 8 am and 6 pm on Mondays – Saturdays, and between 9 am and 6 pm on Sundays and any state or federal holiday. Fines for violators.
AgricultureHB1684 Invasive Species. Establishes or refines various fines and penalties for the intentional spreading or introducing of invasive species, causing harm to Hawaii’s natural environment, economy, and quality of life. SB2523 Agriculture Inspection and Biosecurity. Strengthens and clarifies the state’s law regarding pest inspection, plant quarantine, eradication of invasive species, and biosecurity. Includes requirements for various fees and charges, certifications, and exemptions.
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