Institute for Policy Studies
Coverage of Institute for Policy Studies in the Nexus archive.
- At Massport’s urging, Healey signs tax break for sustainable aviation fuel
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey signed a $10 million annual tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) over three years, driven by Massachusetts Port Authority CEO Rich Davey. The initiative aims to reduce aviation emissions by incentivizing SAF adoption, though environmental groups and critics question its cost-effectiveness and long-term impact.
- Median pay for CEOs rose nearly 6% in 2025, but some compensation packages were eye-popping
The median CEO compensation in 2025 increased by nearly 6% to $17.7 million, while the median S&P 500 employee earned $89,744. The pay gap between CEOs and workers widened, with some CEOs earning over 1,700 times the median employee salary. Companies like Coca-Cola and TJX Cos. highlighted extreme disparities, and advocacy groups criticized the trend as unjust.