We explain why surpluses and deficits occur, the role of revenue projections and rainy day funds, and the trade-offs Tennessee policymakers must weigh when crafting the budget.
Continue readingWhat You Might Have Missed in the 2019 Legislative Session
Changes to TennCare, education, criminal justice, online sales tax, sports betting, and fiscal notes had significant budget implications.
Continue readingSummary of Gov. Lee’s FY 2020 Amended Budget
Governor Lee’s FY 2020 budget amendment increases state expenditures by $208.7 million relative to the recommendation submitted in March.
Continue readingThe Budget in Brief: Summary of Gov. Lee’s FY 2020 Recommended Budget
The governor’s recommended Budget for FY 2020 totals $38.6 billion, an increase of 1.1% over estimates for the current fiscal year.
Continue readingBudgeting for Incarceration in Tennessee
Facts and trends on how Tennessee budgets for incarceration of state prisoners, which is consistently among the largest state revenue expenses.
Continue readingTennessee’s Budget May Not Be Ready for the Next Recession
Tennessee’s budget may not have enough rainy day reserves to withstand the next recession without tax hikes or spending cuts.
Continue reading5 Issues for Tennessee’s Next Governor and General Assembly
No matter who wins the election, these 5 challenges could keep Tennessee’s next governor and General Assembly busy throughout 2019 and beyond.
Continue readingTN’s Next Governor Will Probably Face a Recession
When that recession comes, the governor’s options could prove more limited than in years past. Tough decisions lie ahead.
Continue readingWhat Is Tennessee’s State-Funded Primary Care Safety Net?
It includes 4 types of health care providers focused on services that help uninsured adults avoid more costly hospitalizations.
Continue readingSummary of Gov. Haslam’s FY 2018-2019 Amended Budget
The governor’s amendment makes relatively modest changes, including $30.2M for school safety and another $3.7M for the opioid epidemic.
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