State and local SNAP agencies can play a vital role in informing program participants of the availability of the cash payment and connecting them to resources to secure these payments. Read more
We at the Center stand with the countless organizations, activists, community groups, religious and civic leaders, and others in calling for justice for George Floyd — and for fundamental, systemic reforms to foster racial equity and end racial injustice. Read more
*/ In response to the COVID-19 public health and economic crises, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act included three expansions of unemployment ... Read more
The health and economic burdens of COVID-19 are falling disproportionately on people of color and people with very low incomes — who faced significant economic ... Read more
As states’ revenues plummet and they shift resources to fight the public health crisis, state officials will be looking for ways to fill their budget ... Read more
Amid COVID-19 and the resulting economic fallout, states will need additional resources to provide basic income assistance and emergency aid to families and individuals facing ... Read more
There is an urgent need to increase funds for housing, food, health, and income assistance to individuals and families that tend to experience the worst health, housing, and employment outcomes. Read more
The number of people in need who are applying for help under the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program is on track to grow ... Read more
