Policy Basics: Where Do Our Federal Tax Dollars Go?
Jul 18, 2024 · Federal Budget, Federal Tax. The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities is a nonprofit, nonpartisan research organization and policy institute that conducts research and …
A Quick Guide to SNAP Eligibility and Benefits
Sep 30, 2024 · Determining Eligibility. Under federal rules, to be eligible for benefits a household’s [1] income and resources must meet three tests: [2]. Gross monthly income — that is, …
Policy Basics: The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program …
Jun 9, 2022 · An additional $3.6 billion in 2021 went to other food assistance programs under the SNAP law, including block grants for food assistance in Puerto Rico, American Samoa, and …
State Budgets Basics | Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
May 24, 2022 · State Budget and Tax. The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities is a nonprofit, nonpartisan research organization and policy institute that conducts research and analysis on …
Policy Basics: The Housing Choice Voucher Program
Sep 30, 2024 · A family with a voucher generally must contribute the higher of 30 percent of its income or a “minimum rent” of up to $50 for rent and utilities. The voucher covers the rest of …
Policy Basics: Deficits, Debt, and Interest
Jul 29, 2022 · The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities is a nonprofit, nonpartisan research organization and policy institute that conducts research and analysis on a range of …
The 2017 Trump Tax Law Was Skewed to the Rich, Expensive, and …
Jun 13, 2024 · Policymakers and the public should understand that the 2017 Trump tax law was skewed to the rich, was expensive and eroded the U.S. revenue base, and failed to deliver …
Chart Book: Tracking the Recovery From the Pandemic Recession
Apr 3, 2024 · Relief Legislation, Better Virus Control Key to Solid Jobs Recovery. Total nonfarm employment fell by 1.4 million jobs in March 2020 and a staggering 20.5 million jobs in April, …
Policy Basics: Introduction to Medicaid | Center on Budget and …
Apr 14, 2020 · The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities is a nonprofit, nonpartisan research organization and policy institute that conducts research and analysis on a range of …
Addressing the Affordable Housing Crisis Requires Expanding …
Oct 27, 2022 · Closing the housing affordability gap will require a comprehensive housing strategy, including developing new units, preserving existing affordable housing, and …