News — Economic Mobility & Security
Managing Student Loans Amid the Coronavirus
Get updates from the federal and NY State level for student loan borrowers.
Understanding Public Charge Rule Changes
Race and the Economic Fallout from COVID-19 in New York City
Months after the start of the pandemic, New York City is faring much worse economically than the rest of the country. Black and brown communities have disproportionately shouldered the burden of the economic and public health fallout from COVID-19. We explore the data, and recommend urgent state and federal action.
Washington to Bronx: Drop Dead?
Press Release: Transit Advocates Criticize Cuts to Fair Fares in FY21 Budget Agreement
Testimony: NY City Council Hearing on COVID-19 Relief Package
Testimony: COVID-19 Impact on Communities of Color
Answers for NYC Residents: COVID-19 Resources from the Benefits Plus Learning Center
The experts at BPLC have published comprehensive guides on how the COVID-19 crisis is impacting government resources and services.