Editing Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (section)

== Research Areas and Programs ==
The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities conducts research in several key areas related to economic policy and social justice:
* **Federal and State Budget Policy**: CBPP analyzes the federal budget and provides recommendations for fiscal responsibility that protect essential programs for low- and moderate-income individuals. The organization advocates for budget policies that promote long-term economic stability and address issues such as deficit reduction and government spending.
* **Health Care**: CBPP works on health care policy, particularly in relation to Medicaid, the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and other public health programs. The organization advocates for policies that expand access to affordable health care and ensure the protection of public health programs.
* **Social Safety Net Programs**: CBPP conducts research on social safety net programs, including Social Security, unemployment insurance, food assistance (SNAP), and housing subsidies. The organization advocates for policies that strengthen these programs to reduce poverty and provide economic security for vulnerable populations.
* **Tax Policy**: CBPP examines the impact of federal and state tax policies on low- and moderate-income families. The organization advocates for progressive tax policies that ensure a fairer distribution of resources and reduce inequality.
* **Poverty and Economic Inequality**: CBPP focuses on issues related to poverty and income inequality, providing data and analysis on the root causes of economic disparities and the best policy approaches to address them. The organization advocates for increased economic opportunity for all Americans, particularly those who are disadvantaged.
* **Education and Workforce Development**: CBPP works on policies that improve education and workforce opportunities for low-income individuals, including policies to increase access to affordable education and job training programs that enable upward mobility.
* **Housing and Homelessness**: CBPP conducts research on housing policy, advocating for affordable housing initiatives and programs that support housing stability and prevent homelessness.