Brakeyshia Samms is a senior analyst at the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy. This week, she discusses why Black women often don’t see the benefits gained from tax cuts put in place by political leaders.
Tag: American Rescue Plan Act
Posted inCivil Rights
Historic victory for Black farmers: $2 billion in relief payments announced
After decades of advocacy, Black farmers are now receiving payments from the $2.2 billion Discrimination Financial Assistance Program, a victory that marks a significant step towards addressing racial discrimination in USDA farm lending practices.
Posted inBaltimore News
Baltimore City officials seek applicants to take over newly acquired hotels
Baltimore City officials are seeking applicants to oversee the transformation of two Downtown Baltimore hotels into permanent supportive housing for those experiencing homelessness, using federal funds through the American Rescue Plan Act.
Posted inTechnology
Bridging the gap: How Byte Back brings free digital literacy training to Baltimore’s underserved communities
Byte Back, a nonprofit organization, is working to close the digital divide in Washington D.C. and Baltimore by providing free digital literacy and tech certification training to residents from underserved communities, with a focus on making classes more accessible and engaging.
Posted inBaltimore News
Upcoming meetings and events in the Baltimore area
Baltimore City Council is holding a Budget Briefing, Quarterly Oversight Hearing on American Rescue Plan Funds, Sketching Sessions at the Walters Art Museum, and a virtual master class on Blueprint for Successful Coaching Programs on April 25-25.
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Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott unveils preliminary fiscal year 2025 budget
Baltimore Mayor Brandon M. Scott released his preliminary fiscal year 2025 budget, which covers the gap between the operating and capital plans while also funding school construction, building upgrades, and ADA enhancements.
Posted in#Education, D.C. Community, Washington D.C. News
Experts say solutions needed for D.C.’s child care crisis
A recent report by Under 3 DC found that there is an estimated gap of 8,385 child care spaces in the District, costing parents $252 million per year due to the damaging impacts on productivity, negative actions by employers, and an inability to advance in careers when adequate child care cannot be secured.
Posted inD.C. Community, Living, Money, Washington D.C. News
 Experts say solutions needed for D.C.’s child care crisis
A recent report by Under 3 DC warns of the lack of affordable child care in D.C., which is costing parents $250 million per year due to damaging impacts on productivity, negative actions by employers, and an inability to advance in careers.