Texas Judge Rules in Favor of Uplift Harris Guaranteed Income Program

Texas judge strikes down Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's attempt to block the Uplift Harris guaranteed income program, ruling that it does not violate the constitution. The program provides monthly stipends to low-income residents and is funded through the American Rescue Plan Act.

Texas Attorney General sues Harris County over guaranteed income program

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing Harris County over a guaranteed income program called Uplift Harris, which provides $500 per month for 18 months to selected residents. Paxton claims the program is unconstitutional as it gives public money with no strings attached.

Taxpayer-Funded Guaranteed Income Programs

Taxpayer-funded 'guaranteed income' programs are being rolled out across the country, providing struggling families with up to $36,000 with no strings attached. Critics argue that offering money with no conditions on how it is spent may not be a solution to inequality.