The Center on Budget and Policy PrioritiesÌ¢‰â‰㢠(CBPP) 20th annual State Fiscal Policy Conference is a national gathering that focuses on state fiscal policies that can improve the lives of families and communities and build a stronger economy. This yearÌ¢‰â‰ã¢s conference included plenary sessions describing the national economic outlook and the federal budget debate and its implications for states. John Arensmeyer spoke at this event.