Ideas

Janet Cowell
Former State Treasurer | North Carolina

The Education and Economic Engine Endowment

Idea Category: Education

Problem

Because many states continue to face budget challenges, many states have scaled back critical funding for education and entrepreneurship.

Solution

State Treasurer Cowell proposes the creation of a multi-billion dollar state-funded endowment using escheat money that pays for community college and university scholarships and invests in high-growth funds and companies. The endowment is literally an investment in the twin goals of educating our future workforce and creating new jobs.

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Financial Literacy For All

Idea Category: Safety Net | Funding Source: ARP

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A Better Way for Teachers: The 403(b) Option

Idea Category: Education | Funding Source: ARP

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Global Benefits Management Program

Idea Category: Smart Government | Funding Source: ARP

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County and Municipal Fiscal Analysis Dashboard

Idea Category: Smart Government | Funding Source: ARP

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Public Venture Capital

Idea Category: Jobs and Entrepreneurship | Funding Source: ARP

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