Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy (ITEP)

Local Policy

Rita Jefferson

June 25, 2024 • By ITEP Staff

Rita Jefferson

Rita is a Local Analyst who focuses on equity and fairness. Prior to joining ITEP, Rita worked for the Cook County Treasurer’s Office on research related to property taxation, tax collection, and municipal debt. She has also worked on issues including fines and fees, state block grants, and homelessness prevention. She has a Master of […]

Kamolika Das

February 10, 2020 • By ITEP Staff

Kamolika Das

Kamolika monitors trends in state tax policy and supports state researchers and advocates. She primarily focuses on the South and mid-Atlantic regions. Before joining the team in 2020, Kamolika promoted progressive affordable housing and workforce development policies at the local level in the District of Columbia.