Governor Proposes State Eitc In May Revise, But Stands Pat On Early Ed And Health For Kids - United Ways of California

Governor Proposes State Eitc In May Revise, But Stands Pat On Early Ed And Health For Kids

Thursday, May 14, 2015

We’re delighted to see Governor Brown’s proposal to create a refundable state Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), a momentous first step to fight poverty, but we’re disappointed he did not go further to invest in early education and health coverage for low-income children. Read our statement on the Governor’s May Revision here.

Peter Manzo

Pete Manzo is President & CEO of United Ways of California, which improves health, education and financial results for low-income children and families by enchancing and coordinating impact and advocacy work of California’s United Ways.

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