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18 Dec 2025

St. Louis basic income pilot improved family finances

An evaluation found that regular $500 monthly payments to low-income St. Louis families improved economic security, credit health and quality of life. The pilot began in late 2023 and has now ended.

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10 Dec 2025

Flexible SNAP interview scheduling helped families in California

A study found that making SNAP interview scheduling more flexible in two California cities reduced denials and improved people’s financial health. The changes led to higher credit scores, fewer delinquent accounts and lower credit card debt.

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28 Nov 2025

Karnataka's 2025 Devadasi Bill

The Karnataka Devadasi Bill, 2025, moves from prohibition to a rights-based approach. It aims to give legal identity, compensation, housing, land support and public awareness after wide consultations with Devadasi women and activists.

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