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CSI’s mission is to examine the fiscal impacts of policies, initiatives, and proposed laws so that citizens are educated and informed on issues impacting their lives. CSI employs rigorous research techniques and dynamic modeling to evaluate the potential impact of these measures on the economy and individual opportunity.
 

 

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Housing & Our Community
Trends in Child Welfare The state of Arizona’s child welfare services child welfare needs

Decades of research support the conclusion that children perform best when placed with their families or close relatives.

January 28, 2026
Jobs & Our Economy
Arizona Jobs and Labor Force Update- December 2025

Arizona gained 6,400 non-farm jobs on a seasonally adjusted basis in December (+0.20%), the 6th highest monthly gain among all states and D.C.

January 27, 2026 Zachary Milne
Jobs & Our Economy
Colorado Jobs and Labor Force Update – December 2025

In December, Colorado added 1,200 total nonfarm jobs. The state’s private sector gained 300 jobs, while government employment grew by 900 jobs.

January 27, 2026 Jimena SanchezCole Anderson
Jobs & Our Economy
Iowa Jobs and Labor Force Update - December 2025

In December, Iowa lost 3,300 jobs.

January 27, 2026 Andrzej Wieciorkowski