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September 12, 2023 | Press Release | Indivar Dutta-Gupta

Child Poverty More Than Doubled in 2022, Underscoring Need for Better Policy

Today’s U.S. Census Bureau report shows—once again—that poverty in the United States is a policy choice.

September 1, 2023 | News Clip | Indivar Dutta-Gupta

Indivar Dutta-Gupta on Eligibility Requirements for SNAP Benefits

By C-SPAN Washington Journal (EXCERPT) Indivar Dutta-Gupta discusses the eligibility requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) taking effect in September 2023 and the effectiveness of social safety net programs. Watch the episode here:  

August 31, 2023 | Blog Post | Indivar Dutta-Gupta

A Better Poverty Measure Shows the Impact of Public Policies

In advance of Census Bureau’s annual release of poverty data, we explain exactly what the official poverty measure captures and what it misses.

August 24, 2023 | Blog Post | Indivar Dutta-Gupta

How to End Child Poverty for Good

A family’s income during the prenatal and early years of a child’s life plays a significant role in her health, well-being, and cognitive development, all of which shape her future outcomes. Evidence abounds on the positive impact that income support programs—especially cash transfers—have on children.

August 23, 2023 | Blog Post | Elizabeth Lower-Basch

Demystifying the Rulemaking Process to Increase Public Engagement

In July 2023, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) addressed the issue of low community participation in rulemaking with a memorandum encouraging federal agencies to look for “meaningful and equitable” opportunities for public input.

July 31, 2023 | Blog Post | Ashley Burnside

Lawmakers Should Increase SSI Asset Limits to Promote Equity and Economic Opportunity

To celebrate Disability Pride Month, we should uplift the stories and resilience of the disability community, and we also must advocate for policy solutions to promote equity and economic justice for people with disabilities.

July 6, 2023 | Blog Post | Juliana Zhou

Congress Must Simplify Confusing SNAP Rules That Contribute to Food Insecurity among Immigrant Families

By Alice Aluoch and Juliana Zhou   Immigrants are essential members of our communities, yet they are often excluded from social safety net programs that their tax dollars subsidize for U.S. citizens. This exclusion was not always the case, but it changed in 1996 when federal…

June 17, 2023 | News Clip | Elizabeth Lower-Basch

Elizabeth Lower-Basch on Food Insecurity and Assistance Benefit Programs

CLASP Deputy Executive Policy Director Elizabeth Lower-Basch discussed the rise in food insecurity and changes to benefit programs.

June 15, 2023 | Press Release | Indivar Dutta-Gupta

Lifting the Bar on 25+ Years of Excluding Immigrants from Vital Supports

The LIFT the BAR Act would restore access to critical public benefits for immigrants. 

June 7, 2023 | Blog Post | Teon Hayes

To Help Returning Citizens Rebuild Their Lives, Congress Must Lift the SNAP Felony Drug Ban

Congress should prioritize repealing the SNAP felony ban by passing the RESTORE Act and ensuring the repeal is included in the Farm Bill reauthorization.

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