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fromGothamist
6 days ago

Low-income pregnant women in NJ can get no-strings-attached cash payments for 3 years

The Bridge Project, which already runs similar programs in New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, said the goal is to give children more stability and take some financial pressure off new parents. It comes amid a crushing affordability crisis that's squeezing parents of young children who are struggling with child care and food costs, and as federal cuts threaten to strip benefits from many low-income households.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

L.A. will provide cash assistance to immigrants affected by raids

Mayor Karen Bass announced direct cash assistance for families affected by immigration raids using philanthropic funds.
California
fromKqed
4 months ago

An Aging Homeless Population Amidst A Push by Newsom to Ban Encampments | KQED

California's Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants is under federal investigation.
Governor Newsom has introduced a model ordinance for cities to ban homeless encampments.
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