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The Unprecedented Federal Fiscal Policy Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic and its Impact on State Budgets

Massive fiscal stimulus supported the economy during the pandemic, but also contributed to goods shortages, inflation, and long-term debt.

2030 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Utah: Estimated Economic and Fiscal Impact

The proposed 2030 Olympic Winter Games in Utah would make a significant economic impact.

Economic Challenges and Opportunities in Utah’s Coal Country

The Gardner Institute’s 40-year population and employment planning projections illustrate how scheduled power plant closures and declining coal production is likely to affect the region.[...]

Utah Economic Impacts from Utah Retirement Systems 2021 Pension Payments

This report examines the economic impacts of Utah Retirement Systems (URS) 2021 defined benefit pension payments made to Utah residents and compares these impacts with[...]

Utah Travel and Tourism County Profiles, 2020

Utah Travel and Tourism County Profiles for 2020 give a detailed breakdown of key economic indicators related to tourism for each of Utah's 29 counties.

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