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fromBusiness Insider
6 days ago

Nearly 30,000 Americans have received about $335 million in basic income. Here are 5 takeaways.

Basic income pilots have distributed over $335 million in economic relief to Americans. A coalition supported by 250 US lawmakers gathered preliminary reports for 27 pilot programs. Of that collection, none of the pilot programs resulted in employment or workforce decline. As Americans navigated economic uncertainty in recent years, including inflation and increased consumer prices, dozens of lawmakers threw their support behind guaranteed income programs.
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fromYahoo News
1 week ago

Guaranteed Income Is Coming to NYC in 2026 - Here's What It Means

What Happened: The New York City Council has set aside $1.5 million in its 2026 budget for a new initiative titled "Cash with Care." The program is aimed at assisting residents grappling with housing insecurity. As per the council report, the main goal of this guaranteed income program is to support young individuals transitioning from homelessness by offering a consistent, flexible income and comprehensive services.
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fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago

Brookline mother in guaranteed income pilot says it's been 'a life-changing experience'

Fifty-three Brookline Housing Authority residents receive $750 per month for one year through a guaranteed income pilot to support financial stability.
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fromThe Atlantic
4 months ago

Yes, Cash Transfers Work

Cash transfers like Social Security and tax credits lift millions out of poverty, while recent guaranteed-income trials show limited sustained benefits for health, child outcomes, or employment.
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fromFast Company
7 months ago

How 2 guaranteed income programs have taken hold in Minnesota

Artists need better economic support systems as they face increasing challenges due to the cost of living and cuts in grant funding.
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fromLos Angeles Times
8 months ago

Can $1,000 a month help more students land nursing careers? An L.A. pilot effort says yes

Community colleges in California are addressing healthcare worker shortages with pilot programs like BOOST that provide guaranteed income to students.
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fromThe Oaklandside
8 months ago

Oakland gave cash to low-income residents. A new study says it helped, but what's next?

Guaranteed income experiments, like Oakland’s, show potential benefits in poverty reduction and overall family stability.
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