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Description Universal basic income (UBI) is a social welfare proposal in which all citizens of a given population regularly receive a minimum income in the form of an unconditional transfer payment, i.e., without a means test or need to work. In contrast a guaranteed minimum income is paid only to those who do not already receive an income that is enough to live on. A UBI would be received independently of any other income. If the level is sufficient to meet a person’s basic needs (i.e., at or above the poverty line), it is sometimes called a full basic […]

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3 years ago Free money? Growing number of mayors ponder permanent guaranteed income for poor (AP) — By triggering $1,400 stimulus checks for millions of people and expanding the child tax credit for many families, the pandemic offered a […]

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Anti-UBI r/BasicIncome – Right-Wing Think Tank Pushes States to Ban Guaranteed Income Programs The sad part is that a lot of the “work” being done in the US these days (and especially high-paying jobs) is really just helping to funnel more wealth to the already wealthy at the expense of others, as opposed to creating value for everyone.

Maybe we should ban that sort of valueless work.

JonWood007 • 4h ago I’d be fine with simply making work voluntary. Although if certain work is actively harmful to society I aint opposed to banning it as well. Idle_Redditing • 1h ago […]

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How to Claim Your $500 State Stimulus Heat wave in Southern California set to push temperatures up to 119 degrees

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Monthly economic stimulus check payments of $500 are now a reality in certain U.S. states . If you reside in California, New York, Michigan, Washington, or New Mexico, you might be among the fortunate individuals receiving this financial aid. Below, we provide a breakdown of these programs and how they might benefit you.In a challenging economic environment where the cost of basic goods […]

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2 years ago LA County launching ‘guaranteed income’ program, joining national trend Los Angeles County is piloting a program that gives 1,000 randomly selected people a “guaranteed income” of $1,000 a month for three years. Individuals hoping to participate in the new program, titled “Breathe,” have to apply by April 13. Eligibility…

3 years ago California approves 1st state-funded guaranteed income plan SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California lawmakers on Thursday approved the first state-funded guaranteed income plan in the U. S. , $35 million for monthly cash payments to qualifying pregnant people and young adults who recently left […]

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In a groundbreaking move, South Africa is set to replace its Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant with a Universal Basic Income (UBI) grant. This shift, driven by the African National Congress (ANC), marks a significant change in the nation’s social welfare policy, aiming to provide a stable and unconditional financial support system to all adults aged 18 to 59.

As the country embarks on this ambitious journey, here’s a closer look at what the transition entails, who will be eligible, and the potential benefits and challenges. Transition from SRD to UBI

The SRD grant was initially introduced as a […]

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Participants in the unique program said the financial support helped, but symbolism of program was just as important, writes Josh Marcus

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For some young New Orleans residents, guaranteed basic income helped them afford a ride to work. For others, the money helped cover school supplies and uniforms.

Between April 2022 and January 2023, the city gave 125 young people $350 a month, no strings attached . The program intended to fill gaps in the social safety net (which includes programs like SNAP, Medicaid, and rental vouchers) and alleviate financial stress for people between the ages of 16 and 24.

All participants were considered “ opportunity youth ” — not enrolled in work or school — at the start of the pilot. They […]

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