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Ken Paxton sues again to block Harris County’s latest guaranteed income program

Ken Paxton sues again to block Harris County's latest guaranteed income program

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton was seen giving remarks to republican delegates from Texas on the first day of the Texas GOP Convention on May 23, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is again suing Harris County over its guaranteed income initiative , alleging that the latest version of the program still violates the Texas Constitution despite modifications officials made to pass muster.

“The Texas Constitution expressly prohibits giving away public funds to benefit individuals — a common sense protection to prevent cronyism and ensure that public funds benefit all citizens,” Paxton, a third-term Republican, wrote […]

Texas Attorney General’s office sues Harris County over revised basic income program

Texas Attorney General’s office sues Harris County over revised basic income program

Yfat Yossifor | KERA Harris County is again at the center of a legal challenge filed by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who Thursday deemed a revised guaranteed income program unconstitutional.

“What we are looking at now is just ensuring those dollars go towards adjusting poverty in Harris County,” County Judge Lina Hidalgo said during a Thursday press conference.

“There are always other strategies and we are just going to keep the commitment,” Hidalgo said.Paxton earlier this year struck down the county’s efforts to provide monthly stipends to lower-income families. He requested the state prohibit payments under the county’s pilot guaranteed […]

Willie ‘Prophet’ Stiggers Discusses Guaranteed Income Program With Gunna And Honoring Usher, LL Cool J At 2024 BMAC Gala

Willie ‘Prophet’ Stiggers Discusses Guaranteed Income Program With Gunna And Honoring Usher, LL Cool J At 2024 BMAC Gala

Willie “Prophet” Stiggers realized that the music industry is fueled by Black talent, but lacked an organization that provided overall guidance and support for artists and creatives. A life-long advocate for justice, Stiggers founded the Black Music Action Coalition in 2020 following the killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery.

The Black Music Action Coalition has since provided resources for artists and creatives, while also giving back to the community. BMAC recently teamed up with Atlanta rapper Gunna for the Guaranteed Basic Income Program where 30 families will receive $1,000 per month.

“The Guaranteed Basic Income Program was inspired […]

Loudoun County guaranteed income pilot program voted down

(The Center Square) — After months of discussion and the adoption of similar programs by some of its neighbors, Loudoun County leadership voted down a guaranteed income pilot program.

In a surprising turn of events, Loudoun County’s Board of Supervisors abandoned the pursuit of a new economic mobility pilot in a 3-5-1 vote. Months earlier, in May, the board had voted 6-2-1 in favor of appropriating $2 million of county fund balance dollars to the program’s development.

Supervisors Michael Turner, D-Ashburn, Kristen Umstattd, D-Leesburg, and Caleb Kershner, R-Catoctin, joined those opposing (Kershner was absent for the May vote) and Laura TeKrony, […]

Pension payment hits N1.1tn in Q2 2024

Pension payment hits N1.1tn in Q2 2024

File photo: Pension A total of 129,435 pensioners received N1.1tn in lump-sum payments under life annuity in the second quarter of 2024, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s pension industry.

This was disclosed by the Chief Executive Officer of the Pension Fund Operators Association of Nigeria, Oguche Agudah, in a presentation during the annual conference of the Pension Correspondents Association of Nigeria held in Abuja on Thursday.

A life annuity is a financial product that provides a guaranteed income stream for life in exchange for a lump sum payment or series of payments, offering predictable income, reduced risk of outliving assets, […]

Setting National Model for Guaranteed Income, Springboard for the Arts Doubles Participation for Rural Artists and Adds Wrap-Around Support Services

Media Contact: Destiny Davison Springboard for the Arts 651-789-2098 destiny@springboardforthearts.org

In Minnesota, The Nation’s Longest Guaranteed Income Pilot for Artists Expands to 5 Years

ST. PAUL, MN — Minnesota’s Guaranteed Income for Artists pilot, operated by Springboard for the Arts, announced plans today for a major expansion that will extend support to five years, add 25 rural artists, and offer "wrap-around" support services such as personal finance and housing counseling.This enhancement, making it one of the longest guaranteed income trials in the U.S., aims to produce robust research demonstrating impact and potentially driving policy changes that could lead […]

Next City on Instagram: “In celebration of International Basic Income Week, we’re highlighting the transformative impact of Creatives Rebuild New York’s guaranteed income program. This initiative provided 2,400 artists across New York state with $1,000 monthly for 18 months, offering financial relief amid the pandemic. Preliminary findings show that participants experienced improved mental health and greater financial stability, allowing them to focus on their art and caregiving roles. Hear personal stories from artists like Kiera, Claudia, and Marlon, and others who shared how this support changed their lives and enhanced their creative practices.”

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Photo by Next City on September 18, 2024. May be a graphic of 6 people, people standing, poster, magazine and text. Photo shared by Next City on September 18, 2024 tagging @creativesrebuildny. May be an image of money, card, poster, magazine and text that says ‘FOR INTERNATIONAL BASIC INCOME WEEK OF ACTION, WE’RE SPOTLIGHTING THE RESULTS FROM CREATIVES REBUILD NEW YORK’S GUARANTEED INCOME PROGRAM AND THE VOICES OF NINE RECIPIENTS. AS PART OF A THREE-YEAR, $125-MILLION INITIATIVE AIMING TO PROVIDE RELIEF FOR ARTISTS FROM THE DEVASTATING FINANCIAL IMPACTS OF HE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, CRNY’S GUARANTEED INCOME PROGRAM PROVIDED 2,400 NEW […]

Loudoun County guaranteed income pilot program voted down

Loudoun County guaranteed income pilot program voted down

TCS – Counting cash 16×9 (The Center Square) — After months of discussion and the adoption of similar programs by some of its neighbors, Loudoun County leadership voted down a guaranteed income pilot program.

In a surprising turn of events, Loudoun County’s Board of Supervisors abandoned the pursuit of a new economic mobility pilot in a 3-5-1 vote. Months earlier, in May, the board had voted 6-2-1 in favor of appropriating $2 million of county fund balance dollars to the program’s development.

Supervisors Michael Turner, D-Ashburn, Kristen Umstattd, D-Leesburg, and Caleb Kershner, R-Catoctin, joined those opposing (Kershner was absent for the […]

Guaranteed income advocates rally in Denver for additional city funding

Advocates in favor of guaranteed income march from the Colorado Capitol to the Denver City and County Building Sept. 18, 2024. (Lindsey Toomer/Colorado Newsline) A coalition of organizations supporting guaranteed income gathered for a rally Wednesday to urge Denver officials to extend funding for the Denver Basic Income Project, which provides no-strings-attached cash assistance to people experiencing homelessness.

The Denver Guaranteed Income Now! Coalition formed in 2023 and includes over 30 organizations that support making guaranteed income a permanent strategy for addressing homelessness in Denver. Advocates for guaranteed income say it is an effective tool that has an immediate impact […]

Supporters of Denver Basic Income Project call for more funding

Supporters of Denver Basic Income Project call for more funding

Supporters and participants of the Denver Basic Income Project rally at the state capitol. KMGH-TV

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and last updated DENVER — Supporters and participants of the Denver Basic Income Project rallied at the state capitol and outside Denver’s City and County Building on Wednesday, calling for more funding to continue and expand the program.As Denver city leaders comb through Mayor Mike Johnston’s 2025 budget proposal, supporters of the project are asking city leaders for more support.“We’re asking for $1.7 million to complete the second year,” said Maria Sierra, a community engagement manager with the Denver Basic Income Project. “And we’re […]