For the first half of class today, we'll finish up Welfare Reform. Then, for the second half, we'll cover the Family and Medical Leave Act, a federal law enacted in 1993.
In the Bogenschneider book, she discusses Welfare Reform within the broader context of family poverty. Specifically, on pp. 103-104, she talks about the role of economic mobility. If a family is poor, what are the prospects of the children, through education, hard work, and creativity, moving up the economic ladder? This document (particularly Figure 4) provides some useful information.
Regarding the Family and Medical Leave Act, states are permitted to enact more generous leave policies than available in the FMLA, but not ones that are less generous. Here are a couple of web links for further information:
List of states with FMLA provisions more generous than federal version (this list pre-dates the passage of paid leave by a few states)
Wisconsin version of FMLA
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2 comments:
I find that the EITC is a very practical way to relive people from poverty, as it requires a participant who has earnings, thus providing an incentive to work. this avoids the problem of people taking advantage of the system. I also agree with the importance of focusing on early childhood. There is obvious research that proves the importance of the early years and it is important to be sure children our developing properly and taken care of if we expect to see any economic mobility. A childs bring-up is the most important aspect of putting them in a position to "climb the economic ladder," so I think parenting classes should be encouraged.
Going along with what Leah has said again, I think there is very strong evidence supporting early childhood intervention. It is important to help children who are vulnerable and at risk for poor development. Whether it is parenting classes, better preschool experiences,pre-preschool experiences, or prenatal care, these interventions will better prepare children for school and lead to better mental health.
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