Tennessee Tax Revenue Tracker for FY 2021
Through August 2020, Tennessee collected about $115 million (11%) more tax revenue than state lawmakers originally budgeted for this point in the fiscal year.
Public Policy Research and Analysis
Below you’ll find The Sycamore Institute’s research, analysis, issue briefs, legislative summaries, commentary, news, and other resources to help you navigate the complex public policy issues that affect and connect Tennesseans’ health and well-being, prosperity, and the state budget.
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Tennessee’s Public Health Infrastructure
Why It Matters, What It Does, and How It’s Funded
From the flu to salmonella to COVID-19, major disease outbreaks often focus the public eye on public health. But what does that phrase mean, exactly?
Covid-19 and Medical Debt in Tennessee
Before COVID-19, one in five Tennesseans already had medical debt on a credit report. This pandemic and recession could make it an even bigger problem.
5 Simple But Important Things to Know About Statistics
Statistics and data points can provide valuable information about the world around us, but they’re also easily misunderstood and misused.
Coronavirus Recession: Tennessee’s Most Vulnerable People, Places, and Employers
The most at-risk businesses employ 1 in 4 private sector workers, who earn 40% less than average and are more likely to be minority, young, and have less education.
Tennessee Tax Revenue Tracker for FY 2020
Despite the onset of a recession, Tennessee collected about $396 million (or 2%) more tax revenue in FY 2020 than originally budgeted for the fiscal year
Federal Coronavirus Funding for Tennessee
Who, Why, and How Much?
Tennessee will get over $25 billion in federal aid, including $8 billion to state government. Much of the relief has already occurred or will soon expire.
Meet Our Summer 2020 Interns: Morgan and Lauren
Get to know Morgan and Lauren, Sycamore's new summer 2020 interns.
Sycamore Adds Hafner to Board of Directors, Tuggle to Staff
Leslie and Bryce make Sycamore even stronger at this crucial time of unprecedented challenge and opportunity.
Summary of the Final FY 2021 Budget
Facing an expected $1.5 billion revenue shortfall over two years, Gov. Lee and state lawmakers turned to nearly every available tool to balance the budget.
