New Mexico Readies Push For Baby Bonds Proposal

Nichelle Gilbert, executive director of New Mexico’s Partnership for Community Action, spoke with Spotlight about the state’s exploration of a baby bonds proposal to provide newborns with savings accounts for future use, joining a growing national trend.

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Safety Net Recipients Face Marriage, Work Penalties

At a recent conference at the American Enterprise Institute, policy analysts gathered to suggest potential reforms and policy proposals to limit disincentives to work and marriage in programs such as the Earned Income Tax Credit and SNAP.

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Spotlight on the States

State and local governments, community-based organizations and other non-profits play a significant role in implementing policies and programs to reduce poverty and promote opportunity.

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* Hover over a state to get a snapshot of poverty statistics in the state, then click or use the drop-down menu to access information and resources, news articles, and links to learn more about state efforts to reduce poverty.

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