This month we reflect on the contributions that the Hispanic community have on the economy while also recognizing economic disparities and a path forward.
Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA), Chairman of the U.S. Congress Joint Economic Committee (JEC), released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the August Consumer Price Index release showed inflation was up 0.1% over the last month on a seasonally adjusted basis, after being unchanged in July. Annual inflation slowed to 8.3% from 8.5% in July.
As part of the American Rescue Plan, President Biden and Democrats in Congress significantly increased the value of the Child and Dependent Care Tax Credit (CDCTC) to help lower- and middle-income families cover child care expenses in the 2021 tax year.
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is an independent federal agency tasked with safeguarding employees’ right to organize and remedying unfair labor practices in the private sector.