The Great Recession has dramatically changed the face of poverty in Georgia. More middle class families are falling into poverty, while the working poor don’t have a pathway to the middle class. Both lack economic security. Following the lead of its Southern neighbors and local Georgia efforts, the state of Georgia can establish a task force that seeks to increase economic security and reduce poverty. Download the PDF.
GBPI Statement on the Comprehensive Health Coverage Commission’s December Report
Georgia Budget & Policy Institute (GBPI) applauds the Comprehensive Health Coverage Commission for including an