Economic Impacts of OBBBA SALT Changes using REMI-AI

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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) significantly increased the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction cap from $10,000 to $40,000. This revision is expected to have a major effect on federal taxable income, particularly for taxpayers in states with higher tax burdens, by reducing their federal tax liability. Because state tax structures vary widely, the impact of this change will differ substantially across the nation.

Using REMI’s Tax-PI and REMI AI, this session will examine two states with sharply contrasting tax systems: California, which has some of the highest state income taxes, and Texas, which imposes none. The analysis will demonstrate how California may experience increased investment, housing activity and consumer spending in response to the enhanced deductions. Texas, on the other hand, could see little direct benefit and may instead rely on alternate revenue mechanisms such as property taxes or adjustments to standard deductions.

The session will also explore how states may respond to these changes in the short and long term, how taxpayer behavior might shift, and how REMI’s tools can help decision-makers assess these evolving dynamics. Comparing these two case studies highlights why it’s essential to view federal tax policy through a state-specific lens to fully understand its impact.

IRA Tax Credit Reductions: Economic and Environmental Impacts using REMI-AI

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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) cuts energy-related tax credits from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The IRA introduced many financial incentives like the Production Tax Credit (45Y) and the Investment Tax Credit (48E). These credits were designed to support clean energy development through at least 2032, drive more than $400 billion in investments, and create hundreds of thousands of future jobs nationwide.

The OBBBA will curtail these tax credits by cutting eligibility windows and limiting project support. The OBBBA has a 60-day construction start requirement and will end support for projects not in service after the end of 2027. These requirements jeopardize many projects currently in planning or early development stages.

Using REMI E3+ and REMI-AI, we will compare the projected environmental and economic impacts of these changes across the country. By comparing states, this analysis will provide insight into how OBBBA-driven tax credit rollbacks may affect economic growth, energy affordability, emissions reductions, and regional competitiveness differently across diverse energy markets.

OBBBA Impacting Transportation Funds: Economic Analysis using REMI-AI

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Federal transportation policy is undergoing changes that will impact the allocation of Department of Transportation (DOT) funding. The One Big Beautiful Bill Act includes a shift in budget priorities that may reduce funding for certain infrastructure initiatives, particularly in large metropolitan areas. This webinar presents an economic impact analysis of not proceeding with “first-mile” transit access projects in New York City, Chicago, and Los Angeles under the proposed funding framework. 

In this webinar, we will examine three sample major transit infrastructure projects modeled after projects that are currently in the planning phase: New York’s Interborough Express, Chicago’s Red Line Extension, and Los Angeles’ East San Fernando Valley Light Rail. This analysis will leverage REMI TranSight, REMI SEI, and REMI-AI to assess the potential economic effects of project delays or cancellations, including changes in job creation, GDP growth, personal income, and transit access in select communities. 

By comparing cities with mature transit systems (New York and Chicago) to a city with a more developing system (Los Angeles), we explore how differences in regional economic structures, labor markets, and transportation networks may lead to varied outcomes across regions. 

The Housing Crisis: Modeling Solutions with REMI-AI

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Join us for an insightful webinar on the economic impacts of housing investment in Connecticut, where we will explore how addressing the critical housing shortage will lead to economic competitiveness, workforce retention, and regional revitalization. The state currently faces an estimated housing deficit of 100,000–150,000 units, with especially limited availability of affordable one- to two-bedroom homes suited for young adults and middle-income residents. In this webinar, we will use the REMI PI+ model to evaluate the economic, social, and fiscal impact of adding 10,000 new affordable housing units across Connecticut, highlighting potential consequences on employment, labor force participation, tax revenues and housing affordability for the younger population.

Our analysis will evaluate the potential benefits of new housing construction, including job creation, increased tax revenues, improved affordability, and stronger consumer spending. We’ll also examine how targeted development can better serve Connecticut’s emerging workforce and stabilize regional economies. Whether you are a policymaker, developer, or community advocate, this session will offer insights into how housing investment may influence economic growth, affordability, and access for residents of different age and income groups.

Economic Impact of Texas’ Military Installations

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Texas is the home of some of the oldest and most active military bases in the United States, and these bases have significant economic impacts on Texas and regions within Texas. Using REMI PI+, The Texas Military Preparedness Commission and Texas Comptroller conducted an economic impact analysis of all the military installations in Texas to help quantify these impacts. 

In this webinar, Trinity Elkins and David Green will give an overview of the military installations in Texas. They will then present the findings of their military base economic impact analysis. Specifically, they will discuss their findings on total employment, including both direct and indirect output, disposable personal income, and more.