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The Commonwealth Institute: Advancing racial and economic justice in Virginia through public policy designed in partnership and shaped by research.

Members of the Virginia Legislative Black Caucus stand along the front of a room facing the audience. The VLBC logo appears on the front of a podium
Graphic says a single parent with three children working as a home health aide could save $1,115 from eliminating the grocery tax, a larger standard deduction, a child tax credit, and a stronger Earned Income Tax Credit, helping pay for groceries, utilities, or savings.
Advertisement for a Zoom webinar titled "Holding the Line: Building worker power in the states when federal labor laws are under attack," scheduled for February 19, 2026, at 3 pm. Logos for EPI and EARN are visible, along with icons representing various labor concepts.
TCI promotional graphic titled “Virginia Budget Breakdown.” Lists Wednesday, February 25 at 12:00 PM and a “Register Today” button; advertises analysts discussing differences between proposed budgets in education, health care, and next steps. Money background with “20 TCI & Beyond” logo.
A printed item is held up. Text says "You can't do history and sit on the sidelines. - Bill Martin"
A graphic features a quote: "When the tax code asks less of those at the top, communities have fewer resources, and families end up paying more in other ways." Below, in bold letters, it reads: "A Fair Share Tax is an affordability policy." The TCI 20th anniversary logo appears in the lower right corner.
Graphic titled “The Real Story on Virginia Tax Proposals.” It lists five proposed tax changes: 1. Cut middle-class income taxes by increasing the standard deduction (HB979 & HB1074). 2. Make taxes fairer by creating a new top bracket for income over $1 million so teachers and firefighters don’t pay the same top rate as millionaires (HB188, HB979 & HB1074). 3. End the grocery tax (HB978 & HB979). 4. Reform the sales tax so digital goods and services are treated the same as physical purchases (HB900 & HB978). 5. Limit a special tax break currently going to data centers (HB961).  TCI logo at bottom.
White and gray text on blue background says Nearly 421,000 people in Virginia and their families would benefit from raising the minimum wage to $15 by 2028. Source: Economic Policy Institute modeling. A 20th anniversary logo for The Commonwealth Institute is in the upper right corner
A diverse group of people stand at the fron of the room smiling. A screen behind them displays the Courts of Justice - Criminal subcommittee name
vote board for HB16 (Price). Community service work in lieu of payment of fines and costs; work performed while incarcerated. Yes votes 10. No 0
Vote board for HB660 (Maldonado). court fines and fees; waiver of fees for indigent defendant. Yes votes: 7. Nay votes: 3
Vote board for HB17 (Price). fines, costs, forfeitures, etc; collection fees, assessment against incarcerated defendant. 9 yes votes. 1 no.
Vote board for HB 268 (Hernandez). fines and costs; period of limitations on collection, deferred payment agreement. 8 yes votes. 0 nos
Vote board shown for HB1, increasing incrementally to $15 by Jan 1, 2028. 15 yes votes, 7 no votes
A Black woman speaks into a microphone at a Senate Education & Health Public Education subcommittee hearing, with people seated in rows behind
Graphic promoting “TCI’s Session 2026 Priorities.” The design features teal and blue tones with photos of diverse Virginia families in the background. Text reads: “Join TCI to explore our legislative session priorities and the bold choices needed to invest in Virginia’s communities.” Event details: “Jan. 7, 2026 @ 6 PM” and “Register Now.” TCI logo appears in the top right corner.
Money and the words State Budget appear in the background. Text in the foreground says "Statement: Governor Youngkin's Budget Cuts Health Care, Fails to Provide Needed Resources in K-12 and More"
Graphic showing "77% of Americans want Congress to extend premium tax credit enhancements," illustrated with an image of a pie chart designed as a literal pie. Fall leaves decorate the corners.
A cat sits near a laptop displaying charts on the screen, with textbooks and a coffee cup to the side, set against a patterned wallpaper background.
Volante de la Cumbre de Políticas Anual de TCI. El encabezado dice “Oradora principal de apertura: Sen. Ghazala Hashmi.” Incluye una foto de la senadora Hashmi frente a las banderas de Estados Unidos y Virginia. Detalles del evento: Lunes 10 de noviembre, de 8:30 AM a 4:00 PM, en Richmond, VA. Enlace de registro: bit.ly/tci-summit25. De fondo, personas sentadas en mesas durante una conferencia. Logotipo de The Commonwealth Institute en la parte inferior.
Flyer for TCI’s Annual Policy Summit. The headline reads “Opening Keynote Speaker: Sen. Ghazala Hashmi.” Includes a photo of Sen. Hashmi in front of U.S. and Virginia flags. Event details: Monday, November 10, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Richmond, VA. Registration link: bit.ly/tci-summit25. The background shows people seated at tables during a conference. Logo of The Commonwealth Institute at the bottom.
Flyer titled “How Might Federal Choices Impact You?” from TCI. It announces a virtual discussion about recent changes to Medicaid, SNAP food assistance, and other federal programs, and how they affect communities. Includes photos of a doctor checking a patient’s blood pressure, children doing a classroom activity, and two people grocery shopping. Event date: October 8, 2025, 6:30–7:30 pm. RSVP link: bit.ly/tci-fed-impacts.
Gráfico promocional para La Cumbre de Políticas Anual de TCI. Muestra una sala llena de personas escuchando una presentación. El texto dice: ‘La Cumbre de Políticas Anual de TCI. ¡Regístrate hoy! Lunes 10 de noviembre, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Richmond, VA. Visita el siguiente enlace para registrarte: bit.ly/tci-summit25.’ Logotipo de The Commonwealth Institute
Promotional graphic for TCI’s Annual Policy Summit. Shows a room full of people attending a presentation. Text reads: ‘TCI’s Annual Policy Summit. Register Now! Monday, November 10, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Richmond, VA. Visit the link below to register: bit.ly/tci-summit25.’ Logo of The Commonwealth Institute.
Advertisement for a job opening at TCI for Communications & Engagement Associate. Features a megaphone graphic with 'We're Hiring' text and a background image of a someone speaking to a camera. Visit our website to apply bit.ly/tci-careers
Promotional poster for TCI Collective Power's annual fundraiser, featuring guest speaker Del. Kathy Tran and blues musician Mojo Parker. Event details: September 25, 5:30 PM - 8 PM, at Black Olive, 13 Broad St., Richmond, VA. More information and tickets can be found at bit.ly/tci-resilience
Promotional poster for "Federal Threats and Disruption in the DMV," a virtual conversation hosted by the DC Fiscal Policy Institute. The poster features an image of the U.S. Capitol Building with event details for September 18, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM ET.
Flyer for the Virginia Justice Conference. Header text: “Virginia Justice Conference.” Description reads: “The inaugural conference, resource fair, expungement clinic, and awards & sneaker ball are to bring the Virginia justice community together to learn, teach, and strategize for the upcoming year, and celebrate together.” Event dates: “September 11th, 12th, & 20th.” Day of Learning: September 11, 2025 – Panels, Resource Fair, Learning Sessions, Voices from the Inside Day of Action: September 12, 2025 – Panels, Resource Fair, Strategy Sessions, Free Expungement Clinic Day of Celebration: September 20, 2025 – Justice Conference Awards, Sneaker Ball, Fundraiser, Fellowship Includes QR code and logo for Nolef Turns. Background is teal and blue gradient with black paint accents.
A photo of people at a rally holding up pro-public school funding signs above text that reads "School Funding Town Hall: Join us for a virtual town hall meeting to learn more about the fight for fully and fairly funded public schools in Virginia and how to get engaged. Virtual: Tuesday, 8/12, 7pm. Zoom: RSVP at bit.ly/FOSVirtual"
Promotional poster for the Stop The Billionaire Giveaway Bus Tour. Event details include date: Sunday, August 3rd at 2:00 PM, location: Great Neck Recreation Center, 2521 Shorehaven Dr, Virginia Beach, VA, with an RSVP QR code. Sponsored by Unrig Our Economy and Fair Share America.
Text says We're Taking a Break. TCI is closed for Collective Rest. We return on Monday, July 7. Pictures in the background show images of a dog with sunglasses, a hiker relaxing on a hammock , a cup of coffee, and someone kayaking.
Image featuring the Statue of Liberty. Overlay text says "Forcibly removing community members en masse rips the fabric of our communities, erodes trust in law enforcement, and is costly for all of us." “The Economic and Fiscal Impacts of Mass Deportation: What’s at Risk in Virginia” New report: bit.ly/at-risk-virginia Logos of the Immigration Research Institute and The Commonwealth Institute are in the bottom right corner
A diverse group of seven people appear in a virtual call.
An image of young people sitting in a semi circle is in the background. White text over a red background says Victory! A win for Virginia's students. Lawmakers’ choice to fully lift the arbitrary cap on state funding for support staff in public schools was included in the final budget! The final budget also includes additional, flexible support for students with disabilities thanks to the hard work of many advocates! A logo for The Commonwealth Institute is in the bottom center.
A happy family of four. Text says Victory! A win for working families in Virginia. Lawmakers’ choice to improve the state Earned Income Tax Credit was included in the final budget! Qualifying families can expect a bigger refund when filing taxes next year, helping them put food on the table, keep the lights on, and more!
Advertisement for a paid Summer Research Intern position at TCI, featuring a background image of a crowed holding signs, with text inviting viewers to join Team TCI to shape state policies in Virginia. Visit our website to apply: bit.ly/tci-careers
A pair of dog tags hang down from the top of a pair of boots. Text says Medicaid supports 1 in 13 veterans in Virginia. Source: TCI analysis of 2023 1-year ACS Census data
A group of diverse people stand in the background at the top of the image. A megaphone appears next to text that says We're Hiring. Administrative Assistant. Support the organization and the President & CEO in our fast-paced, value-based, collaborative environment. Join our team. Visit our website to apply bit.ly/tci-careers. A round TCI logo is in the bottom right corner
a view of the U.S. Capitol building's dome. Text says Federal Update. A logo of The Commonwealth Institute is in the upper right corner with text that says Advancing racial and economic justice through public policy
white text on a red background says Gov. Youngkin’s Executive Order 47 will reduce community safety, harm immigrant communities, and could be costly for localities. We stand united with our immigrant neighbors and call on local leaders to reject requests to enter 287g agreements. A logo of The Commonwealth Institute is at the bottom
A collage of diverse families in the background. White and yellow text says: Join Us, Wednesday February 26 at 11am. Session Wrap-up and Next Steps. We’ll share the status of our priorities, including wins and key progress we made together, and look ahead to our engagement over the summer. Register today.
A large group of people stand on the steps of the US Capitol. At front, a Black woman in a coat and gray scarf speaks from behind a podium. A sign that says "Save Medicaid" is attached to the front of the podium.
vote board for HB1928, minimum wage, patroned by Del. Ward. Yeas 21, Nays 19.
A collage of diverse families in the background. White and yellow text says: Join Us, Wednesday February 26 at 11am. Session Wrap-up and Next Steps. We’ll share the status of our priorities, including wins and key progress we made together, and look ahead to our engagement over the summer. Register today.
White and yellow text on blue background says We're civically engaged. Community members, leaders, and other advocates, Save the Date. Wednesday, Feb. 26, 11am. A large group of people is faintly in the background
White text on a red background says Roses are red, Violets are blue, Budgets show priorities, What will Virginia do? Paper hearts are scattered across the image
White text on a blue background says Get all the facts, Don’t be a fool, Undocumented immigrants, Help pay for our schools. Silhouettes of people appear in the background with two red heart icons. #TaxValentines
Dark text on a teal background says Sometimes the best Valentines, Come without the cost and fuss, But are shown through taking action, To protect the health of 630,000 plus. A stethoscope and white hearts are in the bottom right corner.
White text on red background says Roses are red, violets are blue, No one should face a judge without counsel, Change is long overdue! A red rose is in the corner.
Nothing eclipses my heart — we’re talking full totality — Like how lifting the support cap Would impact each locality A portion of a yellow heart on a dark background
Roses are red, Minimum wage is too low, Let’s get back on track to $15, And allow prosperity to grow. A set of roses against a black and gray, chalkboard-like, background. #TciValentines.
White text on a yellow background says Red is a rose, Yellow is a bus, Taxes fund services, For all of us. #TaxValentines
a image of a doctor and patient appear in the background. Yellow and white text on a blue overlay says Protect Access to Health Care. Virginia’s 2018 choice to expand Medicaid has provided a critical safety net for over 630,000 people across the commonwealth. Our victory is in jeopardy due to federal discussions to cut Medicaid funding. Act now.