BEYOND THE NUMBERS
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This week at CBPP, we focused on the federal budget and taxes, health, state taxes, and the economy.
- On the federal budget and taxes, David Reich emphasized that the debt ceiling deal squeezes non-defense appropriations, even with agreed-upon adjustments.
- On health, Sarah Lueck pointed out that the health bills headed for a vote in the House would undermine consumer protections and market rules.
- On state taxes, Wesley Tharpe highlighted that 1 in 5 states slashed income tax rates in 2023, deepening an already worrisome trend.
- On the economy, we updated our backgrounder on how many weeks of unemployment compensation are available per state.
Chart of the Week — Small Share of Eligible Households Receive Vouchers and Typically After Long Wait
A variety of news outlets featured CBPP’s work and experts this past week. Here are some of the highlights:
Can Digital Credentials Boost Enrollment in Social Welfare Programs?
The American Prospect
June 22, 2023
WIC fruit and vegetable benefits targeted in fiscal debate
Agri-Pulse
June 21, 2023
Booting 18-Year-Olds From Disability Rolls Has Lifelong Consequences
Mother Jones
June 20, 2023
Why the number of kids enrolled in a federal benefit program has dropped dramatically
NPR
June 19, 2023
On the move? Think tanks offer different views on outmigration in Massachusetts
Boston Herald
June 17, 2023
About 4,000 Minnesotans could lose access to food stamps thanks to federal debt ceiling deal, unless they work or meet exemptions
Star Tribune
June 17, 2023
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