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Scorecard reveals Montana families' financial well-being

Have you ever wondered how you can learn more about how Montana families are faring and what types of solutions are available to support them? Today,...

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Job Announcement: State-Tribal Policy Analyst

MBPC is seeking a State-Tribal Policy Analyst to join our team. This position, established in 2011, will conduct research and analysis on state...

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Thank You for a Great 2015

With only two days left in the year, we decided to take a look back and remember what a great year 2015 was. Together, in 2015, we: Passed Medicaid...

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Helping Montana veterans and military families build a more secure future

Today is Veteran’s Day and our team here at the MBPC wants to thank the men and women who have served or continue to serve our country. One great...

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Property Taxes: Critical Investment in Montana Schools

This week was a big week for ensuring Montana kids and families have access to a quality K-12 education. As many of you know, last week the county...

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Montana families spend more on child care than on housing or college

In a recent study by the Economic Policy Institute, researchers found that child care costs are so high that most moderate-and-low income working...

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Health Care Reform is Working in Montana and Nationwide

Last Wednesday, the Census Bureau released new data on health insurance rates, showing the benefit of health care reform and growing coverage in...

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Wonky Word Wednesdays: The Census Bureau

This week, the U.S. Census Bureau will release statistics highlighting poverty, income, and health insurance coverage from 2014. But before we dive...

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Montana Budget & Policy Center

Shaping policy for a stronger Montana.

MBPC is a nonprofit organization focused on providing credible and timely research and analysis on budget, tax, and economic issues that impact low- and moderate-income Montana families.