Galen Hendricks joined ITEP in 2021. As a Senior Data Analyst, he supports ITEP’s microsimulation model and analyzes the impacts of tax policy changes. Prior to joining ITEP, Galen worked at the Center for American Progress, where he conducted research on federal fiscal policy and labor market trends
Recent Publications
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How the 50 Largest American Cities Raise Revenue and What That Means for Tax Equity
September 9, 2026 • By Galen Hendricks, Nick Johnson, Rita Jefferson
Large cities have the technical capacity, the economic base, and often more political might than smaller localities and governments that local officials should utilize to design fairer tax systems.
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Linking to Tipped and Overtime Income Deductions Would Worsen State Shortfalls, Do Little to Help Workers
December 8, 2025 • By Galen Hendricks, Neva Butkus
State deductions for tips and overtime are not only ineffective at supporting working-class people, it will come at a substantial cost to state budgets.
