COVID-19 and the Economy: Resources from BPC

BPC knows that many folks are at home trying to get through one day at a time while also worrying about the long-term impacts of COVID-19 on the U.S. economy. We wanted to take the time to share with you some of our recent work on the coronavirus’ impact and assure our subscribers that BPC is pushing for pragmatic, yet aggressive, solutions to this national crisis. If you have any questions or want more info about BPC’s economic policy work, email [email protected].

Blog Posts:

OPINION: It’s Policy—Not Personal: Why We Need to Rethink Personal Finances

Kara Watkins, campaign manager for Funding Our Future, explains how the coronavirus has only exacerbated financial challenges for millions of Americans who have been failed by policy for decades.

Principles for Direct Payments to American Families

Senior Vice President G. William Hoagland breaks down BPC’s recommendations to Congress on how to quickly put cash in the hands of American households to meet their financial needs.

How Lawmakers Should Approach Federal Assistance to Major Companies in Response to COVID-19

When considering the standards for corporate taxpayer assistance, there are a number of important factors to keep in mind. Senior Policy Analyst Ben Gitis lays them out in a recent blog post.

A Simple Way to Cover Paid Sick Leave in Response to COVID-19: Modify Unemployment Insurance

Our low-wage, hourly-wage, and gig workers are some of the most vulnerable to the accelerating economic downturn. One idea gaining traction to support these workers is a federal modification of unemployment insurance.

Press Highlights:

Director of Economic Policy Shai Akabas in Barron’s: The Coronavirus Relief Bills Would Allow Investors to Tap 401(k)s Penalty-Free and Waive RMDs. Experts Have Concerns.

Shai Akabas in The Hill: Washington scrambles to prevent massive unemployment spike

G. William Hoagland in MarketWatch: Republicans hold procedural high ground in debate over coronavirus stimulus bill

Press Release:  BPC's Akabas: Jobless Claims "Sharp Tip" of the Iceberg

Events:

Digital Summit: Economic Policy Responses to COVID-19

BPC was joined last week by economic policy experts from a diverse range of organizations to present “one big idea” for policy responses to the coronavirus. Check out the transcript and recording on our website.

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