Federal Medicaid changes will make it harder for people to keep health coverage. TCI brings a policy & research perspective to the new Virginia United Coalition, where we'll work with others to keep people connected to care & identify barriers to access. virginiamercury.com/2026/10/…

Virginia has choices. Our updated revenue menu outlines options to make the tax code more fair and raise revenue for schools, health care, and more. Updated estimates and more options ahead of Monday's tax policy meeting. ⤵️ #VaBudget #TaxFairness4Va thecommonwealthinstitute.org…

Missed our first #VaBudget webinar? It's okay! You have a second chance to join us on Wednesday, 10/21, at 6 pm: bit.ly/va-budget-advocacyx

In part one of our two part webinar series, learn how Virginia’s budget shapes the issues you care about, when key decisions are made, and practical ways to make your voice heard. No budget experience needed. Register today: bit.ly/TCI-budget-webinar

For 20 years, TCI has worked alongside partners and communities to turn strong research into real change across Virginia. Join us for 20 & Beyond, our 20th anniversary reception, Nov 9 at the Virginia Museum of History & Culture. Register: bit.ly/TCI-is-20 #Tci20andBeyond #TciFiscal

Health care, food access, schools, workers' rights, immigrant protections — policy shapes it all. Save your spot at TCI's Policy Summit before early bird pricing ends October 8 Register: bit.ly/TCI-Policy-Summit-202… La atención médica, el acceso a alimentos, las escuelas, los derechos de los trabajadores, la protección de los inmigrantes — las políticas lo definen todo. Asegura tu lugar en la Cumbre de Políticas de TCI antes de que termine el plazo de inscripción temprana 8 de octubre.

Did you know Virginia bills people for the court-appointed lawyer they qualified for because they couldn't afford one? Or for choosing a jury trial? Most people don't bit.ly/va-counsel-jury-fees

#VaLeg leaders, #HealthCare providers, patient advocates, TCI, @ProtectCareVA, and other orgs warned that these cuts would push people off coverage, strain rural providers & increase state costs. We remain united in calling on Congress to reverse course. virginiamercury.com/2026/09/…

This year, WA, ME, HI, and RI approved new or higher tax rates on million-dollar incomes — raising revenue for schools, health care, affordability, and other priorities. TCI's updated Fair Share report looks at the growing momentum in other states and the choices Virginia could still make. As the state's long-term revenue outlooks grows less certain due to federal policy choices, a Fair Share tax could provide an ongoing source of revenue while making our tax code more fair. bit.ly/fair-share-tax-virgin…

What would a new school funding formula mean for communities across Virginia? TCI’s illustrative model lets you test different options such as base funding and add-ons for students who need more support and see the impact by school division. Try it out here: bit.ly/K-12-Funding-Model

Gov. Spanberger said Virginia has more work to do on data centers. We agree. That means protecting our health, water & electricity AND making sure the industry pays its fair share to #FundOurSchools, #HealthCare, transportation, and more #VaLeg thecommonwealthinstitute.org…

Save the Date! Join us at TCI's Annual Policy Summit on Monday, November 9 at Virginia Museum of History and Culture for a day of conversation, connection, and ideas that can shape our future. #TCISummit2026

In June 2024, Virginia closed four correctional facilities as reforms reduced the prison population. That decision is projected to save $118.6 million over two years. Reforms helped reduce the prison population, generating documented savings. More fully accounting for the savings created by reforms could help lawmakers invest more in what creates safer communities and helps people thrive. bit.ly/criminal-legal-reform…

Tax-free weekends are popular, but they aren't the most effective way to help families. Virginia can do better with policies like a #CommonwealthKidsCredit that could provide more meaningful support to families who need it most. pilotonline.com/2026/08/05/e…

Health care should be accessible for everyone in VA no matter your income or immigration status. Federal cuts threaten coverage for 260K+ Virginians. This year's budget fights back: $150M in ACA relief, funding for free clinics, and more. The work continues. bit.ly/virginia-budget-medic…

Everyone deserves the chance to thrive. Virginia's new budget makes real investments in racial equity — school funding, home care worker wages, Medicaid protections, and more. There's still work ahead, but this is what progress looks like. Read our full analysis > bit.ly/2026-budget-racial-eq…

VA's budget had to cover for Congress: $134M just to administer H.R.1's new Medicaid paperwork rules. Meanwhile 260K Virginians risk losing coverage and 13 rural hospitals are at risk of closing. Ashley Kenneth's new op-ed breaks down the real cost of federal cost-shifting. ➡️ bit.ly/4fF1vQ6

Fewer than 100 companies benefit from Virginia's data center tax exemption. Its cost has grown 900x since it started. Although temporary, lawmakers just took a first step toward asking data centers to pay their fair share — here's what it could mean for communities across Virginia bit.ly/2026-tax-debate