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New York State Introduces $1,800 ’BABY Benefit’ for Low-Income Parents
New York State Introduces $1,800 ’BABY Benefit’ for Low-Income Parents
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New York State is set to provide a one-time $1,800 payment to low-income parents on public assistance through its newly announced 'BABY Benefit' program. Funded by the fiscal year 2026 budget, the initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden of newborn care, though specific eligibility details remain undisclosed.
The program, backed by $8.5 million in state funding, reflects growing interest in cash-transfer policies to support early childhood development. While the National Bureau of Economic Research has questioned the long-term developmental impact of such payments, the immediate relief for families facing steep childcare costs could prove significant.
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