California’s low-wage workers were hit hard by the COVID-19 shutdown and may need the social safety net for a longer period than they did after past downturns. What can state policymakers learn from recent experience that can help them leverage safety net resources to promote an equitable recovery, now and in the future? PPIC researcher Caroline Danielson will outline key findings from a new report and moderate a discussion with state and local experts.

This report and event are supported with funding from the California Endowment and Sunlight Giving.

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