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Statement of Jim Stergios, Executive Director of Pioneer Institute on Governor Healey’s Opposition to Lowering State Income Tax
Domestic Outmigration is Hollowing Out Massachusetts’ Workforce and Economy
Nine More Massachusetts Towns Subject of State Litigation over MBTA Communities Act Noncompliance
Study Urges New K–12 Accountability Framework Following End of MCAS Graduation Requirement
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Fact of the day
State Medicaid Expenses: 2024
Medicaid now commands a major share of state budgets nationwide. In 2024, the program accounted for 30% of all state government spending (excluding capital costs). Ohio and Louisiana devoted the largest shares, with Medicaid consuming 39% of total state spending, while Utah (13.4%) and Wyoming (13.7%) spent the least.
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PioneerEducation supports excellent school options for all children, world-class liberal arts-based academic standards, and accountability for results in public education.
PioneerHealthcare champions market-based reforms to rein in the cost and improve the quality of care for patients.
PioneerOpportunity seeks a business climate in which entrepreneurs and employees benefit from a thriving economy.
American Citizenship: To increase public engagement in the nation’s civic life, Pioneer champions K-12 history and civics education, and provides transparent government data for citizens to hold their state governments accountable.