Home Maintenance and Repairs Through Tax Refund Financial Wisdom According to the Ascent, as tax day approaches people are excited about getting their tax refunds. Many see it as a chance to buy something nice for themselves. But experts say it’s smarter to use the tax refund money wisely. One idea is to spend it … Read more
House Bill Aims to Boost Businesses and Support Families Debate Ensues Over Fairness and Priorities According to Market Watch, a new House bill aims to help businesses by cutting their taxes and giving more money to families through a bigger child tax credit. But some people are worried because the House bill also wants to … Read more
Governor Polis Signs Bill to Incentivize Property Improvement in Economically Strained Areas Aim to Address Housing Affordability and Essential Service Accessibility According to the Daily Sentinel, Governor Jared Polis approved a new Colorado law allowing cities and counties to start programs that give rewards to property owners for fixing up land in areas where money … Read more
New Law Proposed to Aid Pennsylvania Families with Childcare Tax Costs Representative Liz Hanbridge Advocates for Crucial Support for Working Families According to the Washington Examiner, Pennsylvania families facing tough times finding affordable childcare might soon get some help from a new law being discussed. The House Finance Committee met to talk about a bill suggesting … Read more
$500M Tax Credit Plan to Aid Struggling New York Families Senator Gounardes Hails $500M Tax Credit as Vital Lifeline for Families According to the Finger Lakes 1, New York lawmakers proposed a $500M tax credit initiative led by Finger Lakes Partners to alleviate high living costs and provide relief for essentials like food and utilities. … Read more
Sacramento County Launches Family First Pilot Program Providing Financial Support to African American and Native-American Families According to Atlanta Black Star, Sacramento County in California has launched the Family First pilot program to help African American and Native American families with young children. Approved by the Board of Supervisors it will start in July and … Read more
San Diego Proposes Local Sales Tax Increase Leaders Seek Funding Solution for City’s Infrastructure and Budget Challenges According to the San Diego Union-Tribune, San Diego leaders want to raise the local sales tax to fix the city’s money problems and make its roads and buildings better. They’re asking voters in November to approve a 1-cent … Read more
Republican-Backed Bills Rejected in Kentucky Legislature Rare Rejection Occurs Despite GOP Majority in Committee According to Herald-Leader, two Republican-backed bills in Kentucky’s legislature faced rejection which is rare because most lawmakers in the committee are from the GOP. One bill House Bill 255, aimed to make it easier for 16- and 17-year-olds to work more … Read more
Proposed Arizona Bills Spark Debate Over Food Assistance Program Eligibility Criteria Republican-sponsored Legislation According to the Independent, Two Republican-sponsored Arizona bills in Arizona’s legislature are causing a lot of talk because they want to change how the state’s food assistance program works. The First Arizona bill, House Bill 2502 by Rep. Leo Biasiucci, says that … Read more
Two Bills Aimed at Aiding Individuals Receiving Food Stamps Senator Peter Welch Emphasizes the Need for the SNAP Program According to WCAX 3, Vermont Senator Peter Welch has made two new bills to help people who get food stamps. Senator Peter Welch talked about them when he visited the South Burlington Senior Center. Senator Peter Welch … Read more