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Group Aims to Broaden and Sustain Guaranteed Income Programs

Group Aims to Broaden and Sustain Guaranteed Income Programs

A nonprofit focused on guaranteed income programs is hoping to secure a lasting policy backed by taxpayer funds in California, which already has $1.3 trillion in funding. This information comes from a report that suggests all eyes will be on an investigation airing on FOX News soon. The Economic Security Project (ESP), established in 2016, […]

Group advocates for using taxpayer money to support guaranteed income in California

Group advocates for using taxpayer money to support guaranteed income in California

Guaranteed Income Initiative in California A group actively promoting guaranteed income programs nationwide is working toward making this policy permanent in California. Their intention is to fund these efforts through taxpayer dollars. The Economic Security Project (ESP), established in 2016, comprises a diverse group of entrepreneurs, activists, researchers, and philanthropists committed to facilitating direct cash […]

Albuquerque claims that its program providing guaranteed income to taxpayers is effective.

Albuquerque claims that its program providing guaranteed income to taxpayers is effective.

Albuquerque’s Guaranteed Basic Income Program Shows Positive Results City officials in Albuquerque are highlighting the outcomes of their somewhat contentious taxpayer-funded Guaranteed Basic Income (GBI) pilot program, asserting that these direct monthly cash payments have greatly helped stabilize vulnerable households. During a press briefing on Friday, Albuquerque City Councilmember Nicole Rogers pointed out that the […]

6 guaranteed candidates in the 2026 NFL Draft that are unlikely to fail

6 guaranteed candidates in the 2026 NFL Draft that are unlikely to fail

Many experts in the league feel that the 2026 NFL Draft class isn’t particularly impressive. To highlight this point, there’s quite a bit of uncertainty surrounding the players in this group. This year, there aren’t any quarterbacks, wide receivers, or offensive linemen on the list, which raises questions about the presence of standout talent. I […]

Advocacy group supports guaranteed income initiatives for undocumented immigrants

Advocacy group supports guaranteed income initiatives for undocumented immigrants

An organization involved in the Guaranteed Income Program in Illinois’ largest county is advocating for “economic protection” for undocumented immigrants. Their aim is to ensure that individuals, regardless of immigration status, are included in fundamental social and economic safeguards. The group, Community Change Action, believes that “financial freedom” is essential and promotes guaranteed income as […]

Advocates in Illinois push for broader statewide guaranteed income program

Advocates in Illinois push for broader statewide guaranteed income program

Advocates for guaranteed income in Illinois are pushing for a permanent program, inspired by Cook County’s initiative. Byron Hobbs, the organizing director for Community Change’s Economic Freedom Team, emphasized their goal to establish a permanent income program for around 100,000 eligible residents in the state. “The current economic situation hasn’t favored those who are poor […]

Brookline increases guaranteed income payments to $750 a month for its residents

Brookline increases guaranteed income payments to $750 a month for its residents

Payments through Brookline’s guaranteed income program started on Monday, offering residents a significant increase compared to earlier amounts. Previously, the program provided $250 monthly, but now, participants will receive $750 each month. The Brookline Housing Authority (BHA) and Brookline Community Foundation introduced “Up Together Brookline” in October. This initiative follows an earlier program aimed at […]