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We have the tools to help Californians. Why are policymakers ignoring them?

To have the greatest impact, state relief should focus on helping Californians with low incomes

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Poverty & Inequality

Lowest-Income Californians Lose as Federal Child Tax Credit Expansion Ends

Nearly 1.7 million California children are at risk of falling back into poverty or deeper intopoverty this year because federal policymakers failed to extend the expanded federal Child TaxCredit (CTC). Researchers already estimate that 3.7 million children nationwide fell into povertyin January 2022. Families with children will lose thousands of dollars they need for food, …

Poverty & Inequality

Implementing Guaranteed Income Through Cash and a Strong Safety Net

A California where all individuals – regardless of zip code, race, gender, immigration status, or education status – have the resources to provide for their needs through unrestricted cash payments as well as unconditional, easily accessible support through the safety net. That is the vision of Guaranteed Income, also sometimes called basic income or guaranteed …

Poverty & Inequality

California’s Tax & Revenue System Isn’t Fair for All

Introduction Californians need quality public health and schools, access to affordable housing and clean water, and safe roads and neighborhoods along with many more services to live and thrive – no matter one’s zip code. Accordingly, the state’s tax and revenue system must raise adequate revenue to cover the services provided by state and local …

Taxes & Revenue

First Look: Understanding the Governor’s Proposed 2022-23 State Budget

Governor’s proposals respond to one-time and some ongoing needs, open door to additional urgent and ongoing investments.

California Budget

Taxes & Revenue

State taxes represent our collective investment in the services and supports Californians rely on. Yet, while many families struggle, corporations and the wealthy often use legal loopholes to avoid paying their fair share, leaving communities without the resources they need to thrive.

Poverty & Inequality

Economic security starts with every Californian having the cash and resources they need to put food on the table, a roof over their head, and save for the future. Yet, exclusionary policies and practices deny people stable jobs, paid sick leave, and basic income, and allow children to grow up in poverty.

Alissa Anderson

Alissa Anderson, Policy Director, conducts research to support policies that will create a more equitable economy where all Californians share in the state’s prosperity. Much of her work focuses on refundable income tax credits as tools for boosting economic security. She has provided policy recommendations and analytical support to a coalition of advocates working to …