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Expanded earned income tax credit improved housing security for childless young adults
A temporary expansion to the earned income tax credit improved housing security for young workers who don't have children, a new study shows.
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A temporary expansion of the earned income tax credit boosted housing security for childless young workers. Researchers at the University of Michigan and Columbia University found the credit’s increase helped workers ages 19 to 24 secure stable housing. The study highlights potential policy actions for federal and state officials aiming to lessen hardship among childless workers.
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