🟧Tax Reform & Public Investment
A ranked guide to advocacy groups working for a fairer tax system and economic opportunity for all.
These advocacy organizations focus on transforming federal tax and spending policies to promote equity, accountability, and broad-based prosperity. They champion closing loopholes, taxing wealth fairly, and directing public funds toward programs that serve people and communities.
Their websites may provide action alerts, how-to guides, news reports, position papers, event announcements, videos, newsletters, and more to help you get informed and take action.
Center for Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP)
CBPP is a non-profit organization that conducts research and advocates for policies that improve the lives of low- and moderate-income individuals and families. They focus on tax policy, budget priorities, and social safety net programs.
Economic Policy Institute (EPI)
EPI is dedicated to including the needs of low- and middle-income workers in economic policy discussions. They analyze tax reform and its implications on economic equity and government services.
Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy (ITEP)
ITEP is a non-profit research organization that provides analysis on federal, state, and local tax policies, advocating for equitable tax systems and responsible government spending.
This coalition advocates for a fair tax system that generates adequate revenue for essential services and reduces income inequality. They promote policies like closing corporate loopholes and raising taxes on the wealthy.
National Priorities Project (NPP)
NPP focuses on making the federal budget and tax system more transparent and equitable. They analyze government spending and advocate for budget policies that prioritize social equity.
Citizens for Tax Justice (CTJ)
CTJ advocates for tax policies that promote equity and fairness. They provide research and analysis on tax issues, focusing on how tax systems affect different income groups.
Demos is a think tank that focuses on issues of democracy and economic justice. They advocate for tax reform that reduces inequality and promotes fair government spending.
Public Citizen is a non-profit organization that champions consumer rights and advocates for government reform, including tax fairness and transparency in spending.
The Center for American Progress (CAP)
CAP is a progressive public policy research and advocacy organization that addresses economic issues, including tax reform and government spending priorities to promote equity and social justice.
This international organization advocates for tax policies that promote equity and justice. They focus on reducing tax avoidance and evasion and ensuring that tax systems are fair and transparent.
Top Issues for Tax Reform & Public Investment
Wealth Taxation & Millionaire Surtaxes: Advocating for taxes on extreme wealth and high incomes to reduce inequality and generate revenue for essential services.
Corporate Tax Avoidance & Offshore Loopholes: Challenging multinational corporations that exploit loopholes and hide profits in tax havens to avoid paying their fair share.
Progressive Tax Structures: Promoting graduated income tax systems that place a greater burden on those who can afford to pay more while reducing taxes on working families.
Closing Tax Loopholes & Shelters: Eliminating special interest deductions and complex tax shelters that benefit the wealthy and undermine public trust.
Tax Transparency & Public Accountability: Demanding public disclosure of corporate taxes, government expenditures, and who benefits most from the current tax code.
Budget Priorities & Social Investment: Advocating for tax-funded programs that prioritize housing, health care, education, child care, infrastructure, and community development.
Public Revenue for Climate Solutions: Supporting tax policies that fund green infrastructure, environmental justice, and clean energy transitions.
State and Local Tax Equity: Promoting reforms that address regressive sales and property taxes and expand support for low-income communities at the state and local level.
Tax Enforcement & IRS Modernization: Backing efforts to fully fund the IRS, enforce existing laws, and pursue high-income and corporate tax evasion.
Anti-Austerity & Public Spending Protections: Resisting calls to cut social spending in the name of “fiscal responsibility” and defending investments that improve people’s lives.