"We would've lost our childcare benefits," he said, glancing at Ryan Jr. Peering over the edge of what's known as the 'benefits cliff,' Ryan, like many Florida parents, could not financially justify jumping."
"A benefits cliff occurs when an income bump disqualifies someone from receiving state assistance but doesn't offset the cost of losing those benefits. In other words: By making more, you end up with less."
"Our suite of benefits is designed for a single person but not for families with children," said Michele Watson, CEO of the Florida Alliance of Children's Councils and Trusts. This highlights a systemic issue in policy that fails to support families effectively.
"Without his $80,000 annual income, his family's finances evaporated. The Hiotts now live almost entirely off of government benefits, supplemented by whatever help they can get from friends and family."
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