Tax & Budget
How government raises and spends money—and why it matters to you.
Advocate for Budget Transparency
Support clear, accessible information about government finances
Advocate for Tax Fairness
Support tax policies that distribute burdens and benefits equitably
Analyze Budget Proposals
Evaluate government budget proposals and their impact on communities
Monitor Government Spending Budget
Track how public money is spent and whether programs are effective
Participate in Budget Hearings Local
Provide input on government spending priorities at all levels
Understand Government Debt Budget
Know how borrowing affects government finances and services
Understand How Taxes Fund Services
Know how tax dollars pay for schools, roads, and other public services
Understand Personal Tax Obligations
Navigate federal, state, and local tax requirements
Understand Progressive vs Regressive Taxation
Know how different taxes affect people differently
Understand Property Tax Assessment Budget
Know how property values affect local government revenue
Understand Sales Tax Impact
Know how different types of taxes affect household budgets
Understand Special District Financing
Know how water districts, school districts, and other special governments are funded
Understand Tax Expenditures
Know how tax breaks and credits function as government spending
Understand Tax Policy Tradeoffs
Evaluate proposals to change taxes and their impact on services