Texas Attorney General sues Harris County over guaranteed income program

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
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.

Key Points

  • Texas AG Ken Paxton is suing Harris County over the Uplift Harris program
  • Selected residents receive $500 per month for 18 months with no strings attached
  • Program funded by $20.5 million from the American Rescue Plan Act
  • Harris County officials defend the program as a way to address poverty and economic mobility

Pros

  • Providing financial assistance to selected residents in need
  • Addressing housing insecurity and poverty

Cons

  • Program may be unconstitutional according to Texas Attorney General
  • Concerns about misuse of public funds and lack of accountability