Cash & Safety Net
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Georgia Work Credit Grows the Middle Class
Georgia Work Credit Grows the Middle Class by Danny Kanso, Policy Analyst Georgia leaders have the opportunity to take advantage…
Proposed State Restrictions Would Limit Food Assistance
The Food and Nutrition Service of the United States Department of Agriculture is now soliciting public comment on a proposed…
Quick Facts: Low Wages and Steep Cliffs
What is the Cliff Effect? The cliff effect occurs when an individual abruptly loses their assistance as a result of…
Low Wages and Steep Cliffs
Download PDF Recommendations to Eliminate the Cliff Effect in Georgia’s Safety Net Programs The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and…
Overview: 2020 Fiscal Year Budget for Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Download PDF The governor’s budget proposal for the 2020 fiscal year adds $78.7 million more in state general funds for…
Food Stamp Requirements and Time Limits (ABAWDS)
Food Stamp Work Requirements and Time Limits (ABAWDS) Who is subject to requirement? Regular Work Program Requirement Three-Month Time…
EITC helps working families succeed
GBPI Guest Blog A proven policy to help working families succeed in Georgia by Keeva Kase, President & CEO Buckhead…
Overview: 2020 Fiscal Year Budget for Department of Human Services
Download PDF More Investments for Big System Reforms Governor Brian Kemp’s proposed $825 million Department of Human Services budget for…
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