The US social safety net consists of multiple means-tested programs, serving nearly one in five Americans each month.
It covers almost one-third of all children and three-quarters of people living in poverty, with participation rates varying by race and state, and some people in poverty still not receiving support.
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This report details the use of the historic investment of $1 billion in funding from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to the Department of Labor and state unemployment (UI) agencies to modernize state UI programs.
This policy brief outlines how extending postpartum Medicaid and CHIP coverage can improve maternal health outcomes, reduce disparities, and strengthen continuity of care during the critical first year after childbirth.
A policy directive that establishes standards and guidance for federal executive agencies to manage, secure, and deliver public websites and digital services that are user-centered, accessible, and data-driven.
