5 Priorities for the 50th G7 Summit ArticleJune 10, 2024 5 Priorities for the 50th G7 Summit The G7 summit in Apulia, Italy presents a chance for the world's major democracies to collectively tackle immediate challenges, while forging a path toward a more resilient and inclusive future. Jun 10, 2024 Allison McManus, Robert Benson, Courtney Federico, 1 More Laura Kilbury
2023 CAP IDEAS Conference Past EventOctober 25, 2023 2023 CAP IDEAS Conference Join the Center for American Progress as we celebrate 20 years of innovative policy solutions and look boldly forward to a progressive future. Oct 25, 2023
Challenges and Opportunities of Providing Free School Meals for All ReportSeptember 26, 2023 Challenges and Opportunities of Providing Free School Meals for All The Center for American Progress’ community conversations with a Colorado school district illustrate how offering no-cost school meals is critical for students’ success and opportunities. Sep 26, 2023 Allie Pearce, Anona Neal
To Support Food Security, the Thrifty Food Plan Increase Should Be Protected in the 2023 Farm Bill ArticleAugust 23, 2023 To Support Food Security, the Thrifty Food Plan Increase Should Be Protected in the 2023 Farm Bill The 2021 increase in the Thrifty Food Plan was a much-needed and long-overdue reform that better reflects families’ nutritional needs and modern grocery store costs. Aug 23, 2023 Anona Neal, Kyle Ross
Congress Must Include SNAP Employment and Training Improvements in the 2023 Farm Bill ArticleJuly 17, 2023 Congress Must Include SNAP Employment and Training Improvements in the 2023 Farm Bill The E&T program currently disincentivizes the participation of SNAP recipients by cutting their benefits if they find well-paying work. Jul 17, 2023 Kyle Ross
McGovern-Dole Program Alleviates Hunger, Protects Democracy, and Bolsters U.S. Trade ArticleJuly 11, 2023 McGovern-Dole Program Alleviates Hunger, Protects Democracy, and Bolsters U.S. Trade Every McGovern-Dole dollar spent on food is a down payment on thriving democracies and trade. Jul 11, 2023 Sarnata Reynolds
5 States Addressing Child Hunger and Food Insecurity With Free School Meals for All ReportMay 4, 2023 5 States Addressing Child Hunger and Food Insecurity With Free School Meals for All State governments are taking the lead in implementing no-cost school meal programs to eliminate administrative and financial burdens for students, families, and school staff. May 4, 2023 Allie Pearce, Akilah Alleyne, Anona Neal
Work Requirements Are Expensive for the Government To Administer and Don’t Lead To More Employment ArticleApril 25, 2023 Work Requirements Are Expensive for the Government To Administer and Don’t Lead To More Employment The creation of additional bureaucracy to take basic supports away from Americans would be costly to the federal government and ineffective in promoting employment. Apr 25, 2023 Lily Roberts
5 Actions the FDA Can Take To Reduce Heavy Metal Toxins in Baby Food ReportApril 4, 2023 5 Actions the FDA Can Take To Reduce Heavy Metal Toxins in Baby Food As the U.S. Food and Drug Administration revises guidance for allowable levels of lead in baby food, further federal action is needed to protect all young children from environmental toxins in food products. Apr 4, 2023 Jill Rosenthal, Hailey Gibbs, Allie Schneider
CAP’s Comments on FDA Draft Guidance for Lead Levels in Foods Marketed to Babies and Young Children ArticleMarch 31, 2023 CAP’s Comments on FDA Draft Guidance for Lead Levels in Foods Marketed to Babies and Young Children The Center for American Progress submitted a comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in response to the agency’s proposed draft guidance intended to reduce lead in foods marketed for infants and young children. Mar 31, 2023 Jill Rosenthal, Hailey Gibbs, Allie Schneider
The Latest Poverty, Income, and Food Insecurity Data Reveal Continuing Racial Disparities ArticleDecember 21, 2022 The Latest Poverty, Income, and Food Insecurity Data Reveal Continuing Racial Disparities Federal policies implemented in 2021 led to notable progress in the fight against poverty, but data show that persistent economic disparities, by both gender and race and ethnicity, will only be closed through continued attention and investments. Dec 21, 2022 Kyle Ross, Justin Dorazio
Congress should prioritize families over corporate tax breaks In the NewsNovember 3, 2022 Congress should prioritize families over corporate tax breaks Jean Ross urges lawmakers to prioritize the child tax credit over corporate tax breaks. Nov 3, 2022 The Hill Jean Ross
Recover, Rebuild, Reform: Stories of Americans Affected by the American Rescue Plan, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act ArticleSeptember 20, 2022 Recover, Rebuild, Reform: Stories of Americans Affected by the American Rescue Plan, the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act This CAP Action collection features stories from people in Arizona, Georgia, Nevada, and New Hampshire whose lives have been improved by the legislation passed during the Biden administration’s first two years. Sep 20, 2022 the Center for American Progress Action Fund
Data on Poverty in the United States DashboardSeptember 19, 2022 Data on Poverty in the United States The Center for American Progress’ new poverty data project contains U.S. Census Bureau data on the national, state, and congressional district levels, all in one place. Below, users can explore data on poverty and more than a dozen other topics that measure the health of the economy, as well as identify potential solutions to the problems these data reveal. Sep 19, 2022
Expanding the Safety Net During a Recession Prevents Worsening Economic Pain ReportSeptember 19, 2022 Expanding the Safety Net During a Recession Prevents Worsening Economic Pain New U.S. Census Bureau data show how more accessible and larger boosts to safety net programs kept poverty low during the COVID-19 recession, preventing a deeper economic crisis and spurring a faster economy recovery. Sep 19, 2022 Rose Khattar, Justin Schweitzer, Kyle Ross
In the wealthiest country in the world, no one should be hungry In the NewsSeptember 13, 2022 In the wealthiest country in the world, no one should be hungry Ahead of the upcoming White House Conference on Hunger, Health, and Nutrition, Arohi Pathak urges lawmakers to take meaningful action to address food insecurity in the United States. Sep 13, 2022 The Hill Arohi Pathak
The United States Can End Hunger and Food Insecurity for Millions of People ReportAugust 11, 2022 The United States Can End Hunger and Food Insecurity for Millions of People Policymakers must reimagine the United States’ long-term approach to food production and distribution to build an equitable and sustainable system that works for all. Aug 11, 2022 Arohi Pathak, Ryan Richards, Marc Jarsulic
Women’s Stories on Economic Justice and Health Care ArticleJuly 27, 2022 Women’s Stories on Economic Justice and Health Care This CAP Action storybook features women in Arizona, Georgia, Nevada, and New Hampshire whose stories center on issues from prescription drug pricing and health insurance, to child care and paid leave. Jul 27, 2022 the Center for American Progress Action Fund
The National Baby Formula Shortage and the Inequitable U.S. Food System ReportJune 17, 2022 The National Baby Formula Shortage and the Inequitable U.S. Food System It is past time for policymakers to develop a long-term vision that addresses the infant formula crisis and focuses on building a more responsive, resilient food system and safety net for all. Jun 17, 2022 Arohi Pathak, Marc Jarsulic, Osub Ahmed, 3 More Jill Rosenthal, Caroline Medina, Emily DiMatteo
Urgent Congressional Action Is Needed To Stave Off Hunger for Millions of Students ArticleJune 6, 2022 Urgent Congressional Action Is Needed To Stave Off Hunger for Millions of Students Congress must pass the Support Kids Not Red Tape Act to support continued access to school meals. Jun 6, 2022 Anona Neal
Fighting Hunger: How Congress Should Combat Food Insecurity Among Low-Income Americans ReportApril 7, 2022 Fighting Hunger: How Congress Should Combat Food Insecurity Among Low-Income Americans With food insecurity worsening due to the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting economic recession, and, more recently, supply chain issues and inflation, congressional action is necessary to ease hardship for millions. Apr 7, 2022 Arohi Pathak, Rose Khattar
Alleviating Food Insecurity in the Disabled Community ReportDecember 21, 2021 Alleviating Food Insecurity in the Disabled Community As food insecurity worsened for the disability community during the pandemic, several disability organizations developed innovative solutions that could provide a road map toward better equity around food access. Dec 21, 2021 Mia Ives-Rublee, Christine Sloane
The American Rescue Plan Can Help States and Localities Meet Employment Goals and Invest in Workers ReportNovember 22, 2021 The American Rescue Plan Can Help States and Localities Meet Employment Goals and Invest in Workers American Rescue Plan funding allows state and local governments to invest in employment solutions for their residents, including skills training, career pathways in educational settings, child care, and other basic needs. Nov 22, 2021 Marina Zhavoronkova, Arohi Pathak
Massive Safety Net Loopholes Hurt Poor Puerto Rican Residents ArticleNovember 12, 2021 Massive Safety Net Loopholes Hurt Poor Puerto Rican Residents The federal safety net excludes Puerto Rican residents from normal benefits. The Build Back Better Act would change that in a major way Nov 12, 2021 Nick Buffie
Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice IssueNovember 1, 2021 Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice We pursue climate action that meets the crisis’s urgency, creates good-quality jobs, benefits disadvantaged communities, and restores U.S. credibility on the global stage.
Restoring Social Trust in Democracy IssueNovember 1, 2021 Restoring Social Trust in Democracy Democracy is under attack at home and abroad. We must act to ensure it is accessible to all, accountable, and can serve as a force of good.
Building an Economy for All IssueNovember 1, 2021 Building an Economy for All Economic growth must be built on the foundation of a strong and secure middle class so that all Americans benefit from growth.