Incarceration in Tennessee: Who, Where, Why, and How Long?
Current and historical incarceration trends for Tennessee's state prisoner population provide context for discussions about criminal justice reform.
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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Budgeting 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.
The Economic Cost of ACEs in Tennessee
Medical Costs and Worker Absenteeism from Health Issues Attributed to Adverse Childhood Experiences
The economic cost of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) among Tennessee adults was $5.2 billion in direct medical costs and lost productivity in 2017.
Tennessee’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.
Income, Poverty, Education & Insurance Coverage in Tennessee
95 Counties Show Large Rural-Urban Differences
Census data show large differences in household income, poverty, education, and health insurance status between Tennessee’s rural and urban counties.
Where You Live Affects How Long You Live
Our neighborhoods can affect our access to factors that influence health. Use the map to explore how life expectancy varies across Tennessee communities.
5 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.
Tennessee’s Uninsured in 2017
Our 3 takeaways from 2017 data on the uninsured in Tennessee and for the Chattanooga, Memphis, Knoxville, Kingsport-Bristol, and Nashville-Murfreesboro metro areas.
FY 2018-2019 Tennessee Tax Revenue Tracker
As of January 31, 2019, Tennessee had collected about 49% of its total budgeted revenue for the fiscal year. Actual collections through January were about 3% higher than budgeted.
Video: Tennessee’s Poor Health Hurts Our Economy
Tennessee is a great place to live. But we’re less healthy than the rest of the country, and that hurts our economy. Watch to learn how.
