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The Center for State Policy Analysis (cSPA) provides rigorous, timely, non-partisan research on live policy issues in Massachusetts. It is housed within the Jonathan M. Tisch College of Civic Life.

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Reports

2022 Massachusetts Ballot Questions

Summarizing our findings on all four ballot questions:

  1. A Millionaires Tax
  2. New Rules for Dental Insurance
  3. Alcohol Sales at Chain Stores
  4. Driver's Licenses for Unauthorized Immigrants

cSPA in the News

Boston tax bill may open up election year debate

A report illustrating a downward trend in Boston commercial property values that could mean a city revenue shortfall of $1.2 billion to $1.5 billion over the next five years is referenced in this article.