Trend

Universal basic income pilots

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About This Trend

There is a growing interest in universal basic income across the U.S. Many cities — fromBirmingham, Alabama, to Phoenix— are alreadypiloting guaranteed income programsfor targeted groups, including single mothers, women of color, and low-income residents. Planners need to consider the impact universal basic income programs may have on economic development, which may lead to changes in commercial investment and the socioeconomic status of disinvested neighborhoods.

Trend Updates

Feb. 26, 2024 — Seismic shift in everyday usage

  • More people than ever are using this technology and it is now more evident that it will be part of the ongoing landscape...

Feb. 26, 2023 — Federal Regulations spike Demand

  • Because of continued interest in this technology and a favorable environment for growth...

Feb. 26, 2021 — Pandemic recalibrates supply

  • People are unable to create and devote time to innovating this critical technology now

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