Child Poverty in America 2018 State Fact Sheet
State data released by the U.S. Census Bureau on September 26, 2019 reveal that child poverty remains a crisis across our nation despite progress in some states.
Child Poverty in America 2018 National Fact Sheet
National data released by the U.S. Census Bureau on September 10, 2019 reveal that children remain the poorest age group in the nation and children of color are at greatest risk.
Amicus Brief Regarding the Impact of Employment Discrimination on Children
The Children’s Defense Fund is proud to be among the advocacy organizations who included our voice in a friend-of-the-court brief to the U.S. Supreme Court that uplifts this powerful message: Employment discrimination against LGBTQ people harms children. The brief, submitted by pro bono counsel at Latham & Watkins LLP and the Southern Poverty Law Center, urges the Court to rule in favor of LGBTQ employees who have confronted workplace discrimination.
Comments on Consumer Inflation Measures Produced by Federal Statistical Agencies
CDF submitted comments to voice our recommendation that, consistent with longstanding law and practice and Congressional intent, the OPM should continue to be annually adjusted by CPI-U in order to protect critical programs for children and families from future cuts.
Ending Child Poverty Now Report
Millions of America’s children today suffer from hunger, homelessness and hopelessness. Together, The State of America’s Children® 2017 and corresponding state factsheets provide a comprehensive overview of how America’s children are doing nationally and inform conversations about how we can do better. Read More...
Comments on USDA’s Proposed Time Limits for SNAP
CDF submitted commented on the USDA's proposed rule on requirements for able-bodied adults without dependents (ABAWDs) in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in order to express our serious concerns about any policies that would restrict access to SNAP for those who are hungry, given the critical role SNAP plays for children and families in communities across the country.
Child Poverty in America 2017 State Fact Sheet
State data released by the U.S. Census Bureau on September 13, 2018 reveal that child poverty remains a crisis across our nation despite progress in some states.
Child Poverty in America 2017 National Fact Sheet
Poverty data released by the U.S. Census Bureau on September 12, 2018 show roughly 12.8 million America children lived in poverty in 2017, about 450,000 fewer than in 2016.