Bernie Gallagher

Proud former @CO_JBC , @PA_HouseApprops , and @CenterOnBudget staffer. Got a penchant for pensions. When I Tweet, it’s just me.

[Joanna LeFebvre @JoannaMLeFebvre]

Did you know? Direct File is a cost-effective way for state governments to streamline the tax filing process and improve access to state tax benefits. 24 states will partner with the IRS to expand free tax filing to millions next tax season. https://t.co/bWypNXIkAR

[National Institute on Retirement Security @NIRSonline]

We've posted a replay of the webinar featuring Dr. Christian Weller reviewing an important new research, "Retirement Wealth by Race and Ethnicity: Differences, Trends and Contributing Factors."

We invite you to watch and share: https://t.co/T7AgVx5geG

#retirement @Prof_CEW

[National Institute on Retirement Security @NIRSonline]

Don't miss the webinar featuring Dr. Christian Weller's review of important new research, "Retirement Wealth by Race and Ethnicity: Differences, Trends and Contributing Factors". Register: https://t.co/4O65QbLox3 #retirement @Prof_CEW

[Senator Hughes @SenatorHughes]

The goal: create a state wide plan so we can Build More affordable housing, Preserve More affordable housing, and Own More affordable housing. Thank you @GovernorShapiro for having a bias for action to #GSD! Thanks @PHFAtweets @AHCOPA1 @hope_phl

[ITEP @iteptweets]

The House Ways & Means Committee has advanced a bill to create an unprecedented school voucher tax credit designed to funnel more public resources into private K-12 schools.

Our analysis shows this tax shelter would overwhelmingly benefit rich people. https://t.co/Tse8VsMieA

[Joanna LeFebvre @JoannaMLeFebvre]

As pandemic-related federal education relief (#ESSER) expires, states facing big losses are also cutting revenue sources for public schools from state & local sources. Instead, they should raise revenue for education, bolstering gains made w/ ESSER funds. https://t.co/CVRMc4hgDF

[CRR Boston College @RetirementRsrch]

Laura Quinby (@RetirementRsrch) notes the pressing need to close the coverage gap by providing more people with access to employer-based retirement savings plans.
#2024RDRC

[WITF News @witfnews]

Bike-based nonprofit The Common Wheel set to open location in Columbia https://t.co/jOpxchDGLn

[Aoife T. #BodilyAutonomy @at_dc]

Who wants to make things better for GA school kids?

[Bernie Gallagher @berngall]

This must-read brief from @WhitTucks powerfully describes how a policy framework that prioritizes Black women in U.S. politics and policymaking, given their historical economic exploitation, can build equitable institutions and boost collective prosperity for everyone.

[Whitney Jemison @WhitneyJemison]

It’s time states build an economy that works for *everyone* by applying a #BlackWomenBest framework to center Black women in tax policy: https://t.co/vhpMYxUjyi

[Wesley Tharpe @WCTharpe]

With #TaxDay2024 coming up, debates over the role of tax policy in people's lives are playing out in statehouses nationwide, w/ big implications for education, the economy, our democracy, & more. Here are the 5 state trends we’re watching most closely: https://t.co/YxNVqjPu2w

[fuse @fuse_strategy]

Thinking about embarking on a pension modernization program? Here are some things to consider as you build the case for change: https://t.co/ST0vT5TMLn

#pensions #pensionplanning #modernization

[Bernie Gallagher @berngall]

@Brandon_McKoy

[Bernie Gallagher @berngall]

@StephenJOwens_ Thank you so much for your amazing work helping to improve the lives of families and communities. You will be sorely missed, however I'm sure wherever you are going next you'll continue making the world a better place. Wishing you continued success in the next chapter!

[Erika Roberson @educationerika]

More on ESSER's expiration and how it will impact our schools: https://t.co/FIabWpJIEs

[Bernie Gallagher @berngall]

Dr. Owens fierce advocacy for education always has the "whole schoolhouse" in view, including bus drivers, food & custodial workers - everyone who contributes to the educational ecosystem. SB 105 is an important first step to recognizing their impact on children's learning.

[Wesley Tharpe @WCTharpe]

“An unrigged tax system is an essential element of a democratic society. But the world’s largest tax avoiders have been dodging federal and state income taxes for decades." Fortunately, we can help with that. https://t.co/hFoxfZiEnd

[Jon Whiten @WhitenJon]

Come work with our awesome team! https://t.co/nRdusVpiMY

[Kerry Hannon @KerryHannon]

Most Americans flunk when it comes to retirement literacy, study finds @EBRI @RJRetirePolicy @WISERwomen #retirement https://t.co/O4B769cOex via @YahooFinance

[National Institute on Retirement Security @NIRSonline]

Our recent research found that Alaska's move away from pensions resulted in more public educators leaving their positions. https://t.co/ylIwvnxRNE

#AKLeg #Pensions #Alaska #stateandlocal @pensionsnews @Kozlowski_PI