The COVID-19 pandemic spurred temporary expansions to existing anti-poverty programs, which had a profound impact on poverty rates…Key programs during this period included SNAP, the refundable Child Tax Credit, and increased funding for TANF. As federal pandemic relief has expired, several states have enacted state-level replacements.
June 25, 2025
Nebraska Legislature: Poverty Elimination Action Plan
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