Guaranteed basic income programs have become a trend across the U.S. in recent years with more than 100 GBI pilots launched since 2018. The effort grew due to mayors working together.

New documentary explores impact of universal basic income programs Just a few years ago, the idea of giving people money with no strings attached was seen as ludicrous in mainstream policy circles.

For progressives, a basic universal income is a mechanism for redistributing money. It’s based on the idea that everyone is entitled to an income, whether they’re willing to work for it or not.

Explore the universal income programs and cash transfer programs offered throughout the United States and the arguments for and against such programs.

The programs became even more popular during the pandemic as it became clear how much direct checks help. Insider found 33 active, or recently active, guaranteed income programs in the United States.

Now, pilot programs are popping up across the country. The movement already has 100 mayors on board, and they're getting county leaders to join the movement through Counties for a Guaranteed Income.

Basic Income Basic Income Programs in Marin County and Oakland Exclude White People. Is That Legal? The answer mostly hinges on how much the government is involved.