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Austin’s Basic-Income Experiment Improved Housing Security for Participants

Recipients largely spent the monthly $1,000 on basic necessities like housing and food, which mirrors results of similar programs in other U.S. cities.

February 8, 2024 - Business Insider

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Easing the Burden of High Gas and Housing Costs for Low-Income Households

Low-income families suffer most from dramatic spikes in housing and transportation costs, but governments can soften the impact through a series of actions.

March 22, 2022 - Urban Institute

Report: New Market-Rate Housing Affects Low-Income Housing Supply

A new report from California's nonpartisan Legislative Analyst's Office may dispel assumptions that construction of market-rate housing displaces low-income Californians.

February 11, 2016 - California Legislative Analyst's Office

Why New Transfer Rules Would Benefit Toronto’s Most Marginalized

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is considering switching its single-trip transfer system to a more flexible time-based system allowing short return trips to be made without paying twice. Low-income and marginalized riders stand to benefit most.

January 31, 2014 - Now Magazine

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