Everyone fortunate enough to have a savings account knows it’s a blessing during hard times. Texas is fortunate to have a savings account in its Economic
The Coronavirus pandemic is a game-changer that should end the politics of fear against immigrants. Throughout our nation’s history, some people have often scapegoated immigrants
On April 29, a group of advocates including CPPP wrote to the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) to encourage the agency to fix rules so Texans don’t have
We are deep into the COVID-19 crisis in Texas, and more cases appear every day. Many Texas communities have wisely issued shelter in place orders, and
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Texas has taken important steps that will improve access to Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) for
The COVID-19 outbreak has directed a spotlight on the often-overlooked, essential work of grocery and convenience store employees, postal service and delivery workers, warehouse staff,
As a result of the COVID-19 crisis, Texas college students are facing the perfect storm of health, education, financial, and familial challenges. Many Texas students
Our local, state and Congressional leaders have taken critical steps over the past several weeks to address the public health and economic crisis caused by
Earlier this week, State Comptroller Glenn Hegar discussed COVID-19’s impact on the Texas economy and what that means for the 2020-2021 state budget. Commenting on
Health insurance improves access to health care and financial security. We should all be able to see a doctor for regular checkups or to get
Even before the COVID-19 pandemic closed schools and businesses, federal nutrition programs were key to putting healthy food on the table for millions of Texas households. Before this crisis even
Texans are losing jobs at an historic pace in these early weeks of the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the vital role of unemployment insurance (UI). UI
