Welcome to the CMAP Policy Updates blog, a new forum for staff to share research and analysis of data and federal, state, and local policy issues of the day. Policy Updates entries will largely reflect ongoing CMAP work, and topics will include the regional economy, transportation, and environmental and local planning issues. Check back soon for a mix of data analysis and commentary on socioeconomic and other trends facing northeastern Illinois, as well as updates on major federal, state, and local legislative issues, new reports, and other policy statements from both governmental and non-governmental institutions.
 

Read our first Policy Update on the income/property tax swap debate here.