economic stimulus

The Mississippi Program That’s Showing How Effective Direct Cash Transfers Can Be

Researchers say that programs like the Magnolia Mother’s Trust, which gives Black women $1,000 a month, could be crucial in reducing the racial wealth gap.

Lauren Gill Sep 14, 2020

Prisoners Face ‘Undue Punishment’ As The IRS Claws Back Their Stimulus Checks

Legal experts say the IRS is illegally denying CARES Act payments to incarcerated people.

Jordan Michael Smith Jul 08, 2020

A New Federal Reserve Initiative Could Keep State And Local Governments Funded Through The Pandemic

The Fed’s new Municipal Liquidity Facility can be a necessary financial lifeline to states facing a cash crunch -- but only if they use it properly and completely.

Robert Hockett May 13, 2020

Voters Want Guaranteed Paychecks Through The Pandemic

Voters want the government to take common sense measures that meet the scale of the crisis and preserve the economy so that when the coronavirus is contained, economic life can resume as rapidly as possible. It's time for lawmakers in Washington, D.C. to listen.

Lindsay Owens, Ethan Winter Apr 14, 2020

Congress Failed to Make Cash Assistance Universal. Now Local Governments Must Step Up

There’s still a chance to make sure some of the most vulnerable people can benefit from the federal stimulus bill.

Yonah Freemark Mar 31, 2020

The Coronavirus Crisis Means We Need Cash Assistance for All

But the proposals on the table are leaving our most vulnerable neighbors behind.

Yonah Freemark Mar 19, 2020