Margaret Babayan

Infrequent twitter user. Opinions are my own.

[Margaret Babayan @MargaretBabayan]

I am so lucky to have gotten to work with such a brilliant, fierce, and caring team full of #HeartsAndSmarts at @budget_policy.

[WA Budget and Policy @budget_policy]

Today we wish a fond farewell to the inimitable Margaret Babayan, who has a great opportunity to work in program evaluation. Among her many B&PC accomplishments, she was crucial to passing the #WAWorkingFamiliesTaxCredit (as noted in this pic by @EMVyhnanek)! We'll miss you, MB!

[WA Budget and Policy @budget_policy]

Check out our #WaLeg Session XXMMII Halftime Report! Our highlights so far: #WAWorkingFamiliesTaxCredit implementation, LFO reforms, and Baby Bond bills are all still in play. Watch to the end to find a Ted Lasso easter egg. Details on our leg agenda here https://t.co/IVduVTic8u

[Margaret Babayan @MargaretBabayan]

Powerful testimony from @waisn_org on why the legislature needs to pass SB 5438 to create an unemployment insurance program for undocumented workers. Communities can't wait any longer!

[Misha Werschkul @mishaanne]

I'm glad bills to remove racist TANF restrictions and improve access to DSHS had hearings & that the committee passed a bill protecting tenants.

AND giving community members just 1min to speak and running out of time to hear from others ➡️distrust of the policymaking process.

[WA Budget and Policy @budget_policy]

This morning, a #waleg committee was scheduled to hear from the public on one of the most important policy areas – access to unrestricted cash through a statewide guaranteed basic income program. #HB2009 @BalanceTaxCode

[WA Budget and Policy @budget_policy]

Here are #FiveFastFacts about what #WaLeg can do to promote justice and equity in the legal system. For more detail, check out Policy Analyst Evan Walker @esidewalkitout's brief "It's time to reform Washington's harmful system of fines and fees." https://t.co/lkqldkLGpr

[WA Budget and Policy @budget_policy]

📢 We're hiring! 📢 Do you want to be part of a collaborative and passionate team of people who dream big about the future of WA? We are looking for a new Operations Manager to support this lovable crew! Learn more on our website and apply by Feb 14 💙 https://t.co/uXz8Hn1Kuv

[WA Budget and Policy @budget_policy]

Are you signed up for our e-mails? Now's the time! Everyone who subscribes by 12/31 will be entered to win one of five $20 gift cards to a BIPOC-owned biz in their area. PLUS you'll be informed about the state budget and other important #WaLeg updates. https://t.co/yL4cbLx60L

[Misha Werschkul @mishaanne]

Top 3⃣ things to😍about this job:
🌟Working w/ the vibrant & dedicated coalition of advocates who won the #WAWorkingFamiliesTaxCredit
🌟Having an impact by making sure people get cash they deserve
🌟 Being part of the caring, learning, fun @budget_policy team

Apply by 12/13!

[WA Budget and Policy @budget_policy]

Have you seen the powerhouse line-up of speakers at #BudgetMatters21? We're so excited for the conversation with April Sims @aprilr_sims of @WAAFLCIO and Monserrat Padilla of @SomosSeattle, moderated by B&PC board member Ankita Patel. Get tickets today at https://t.co/Mou3ySSNPt.

[WA Budget and Policy @budget_policy]

We're so excited to announce that our board member Ankita Patel will moderate the main panel at #BudgetMatters21! She'll be joined by local leaders to talk about what communities need right now to move from surviving to thriving. Get tickets ($10-100) at https://t.co/Mou3ySSNPt!

[Margaret Babayan @MargaretBabayan]

Policymakers like to talk the talk about equity. This is not equity. This is a slap in the face.

[Margaret Babayan @MargaretBabayan]

I never tweet, but I'm angry: Why don't public officials give a damn about people with disabilities (especially folks with immune issues)? Keeping the mask mandate in place will save lives. Masks are cheap, effective, and easy to use. Why stop?

[WA Budget and Policy @budget_policy]

As part of our 15 year celebration, we are so grateful to announce our $70k matching campaign! Every dollar donated to the Budget & Policy Center will be matched with a dollar put into our Sustainability Fund.

Make a gift today to double your impact! https://t.co/1ospNVyqNQ

[Margaret Babayan @MargaretBabayan]

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[All In For WA @AllInForWA]

What if we did it today?

All eyes are on #waleg - will we prioritize our children who need education, our parents who need childcare to provide for their families? Or will we continue to prioritize a wealthy few who put profit over people?

#PassCapitalGainsTax #RevenueCantWait

[Balance Our Tax Code (now on Bluesky) @BalanceTaxCode]

Less than 24 hours to a House floor vote on a capital gains tax on the ultra-rich, we were at the Capitol yesterday to put together a little pop-up art installation. From Vashon to Spokane, artists from across the state made the case for why #waleg should #InvestInUs. A tour 👇

[Fines and Fees Justice Center @FinesandFeesJC]

We’re in the unexpected position of fighting to defeat a bill moving through the Washington legislature that supporters claim will end debt-based driver's license suspensions.

It will not. 🧵
https://t.co/o7GnL1fCtI

[WA Budget and Policy @budget_policy]

"Addressing structural racism is a necessary component in achieving optimal health for all." #WaLeg #NPHW