In Gov. Kathy Hochul's $252 billion budget plan, she proposes an additional $1,200 bonus for pregnant welfare recipients upon childbirth, along with a $100 monthly increase during pregnancy. This initiative, costing $8.5 million, aims to improve maternal and infant health among vulnerable households. The state Catholic Conference praised these measures as pro-life, stating the financial aid encourages women to keep their babies. Additionally, $25 million is earmarked for a Reproductive Freedom and Equity Grant program, which drew criticism for being labeled an 'abortion slush fund' by proponents of the pregnancy bonuses.
Hochul's plan aims to improve maternal and infant health by providing financial support to pregnant welfare recipients, reflecting a positive step for vulnerable households.
The added support by Gov. Hochul, specifically the $1,200 bonus and increased monthly benefits, is heralded by advocates as a pro-life initiative.
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