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Policy Matters Ohio, a non-profit policy research institute, creates a more vibrant, equitable, sustainable and inclusive Ohio through research, strategic communications, coalition building and policy advocacy.
Legislators are in a fortunate position to be able to restore & reinvest in Ohio. Researchers and community-based organizations have identified many high priority areas that need investment. read more
Our analysis is evidence-based. Our research is data-driven. Our values inform policies that work for everyone.
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Good jobs, worker rights, smart training, and opportunity for all.
Adequate and fair taxes to support the schools, neighborhoods, communities, and infrastructure we all need.
Investments in transit, renewable energy, conservation and other smart solutions that create jobs and support communities.
Reasonable regulations to help families earn and save, build assets, and create a better future for themselves and their children.
Since 2000, Policy Matters has helped make Ohio a better place to live, work and raise a family. We’ve accomplished a lot, and we’ve got plenty more to do.
Ohioans with ongoing access to healthcare due to retention of Medicaid expansion.
of Ohio’s lowest-wage workers get a raise each year because the minimum wage increases with inflation.
spending on Ohio public schools.
working families will continue receiving Federal Earned Income Tax Credits.
Ohioans with ongoing access to healthcare due to retention of Medicaid expansion.
spending on Ohio public schools.
working families will continue receiving Federal Earned Income Tax Credits.
of Ohio’s lowest-wage workers get a raise each year because the minimum wage increases with inflation.
We're ready for the fight of our lives, and we couldn't do it without you. Together let's build an Ohio that works for everyone, not just the 1%.
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