We must dismantle structural inequities that perpetuate racial and economic disparities. Dive deeper in this new blog.

Today’s release of the U.S. Census Bureau’s report on poverty and income shows that a strong economy matters for workers and families – yet far more is needed to reduce poverty.

While we don't expect major changes in child poverty when the 2023 data are released, a potential 2025 tax package provides an opportunity for improvement.

The Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP) is disappointed by the failure of today’s vote in the U.S. Senate to advance the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024.

When enacted in 2021, the expanded Child Tax Credit (CTC) significantly reduced child poverty to historic lows and helped close the racial wealth gap. However, with its expiration, millions of children have fallen back into poverty. Learn how we can restore and expand this critical…

On March 7th, President Biden addressed a joint session of Congress to discuss the administration’s priorities over the next year.

This week: Proposal to dismantle asylum would harm children, families RECENTLY FROM CLASP February 8, 2024 Short-sighted, Punitive Proposal to Dismantle Asylum Would Harm Children, Families Earlier this week, CLASP issued a statement urging Congress to reject harmful legislation that would gut the U.S. asylum system and…

This bipartisan tax proposal makes a meaningful step toward a fully refundable and inclusive Child Tax Credit.

CLASP supports a bipartisan tax proposal to address child poverty and racial inequality.