A sociological investigation has estimated the effects of Alaska’s universal cash transfer program on newborn health outcomes using data spanning 28 years. The study revealed that while a cash payment during pregnancy had minimal impact on birthweight, it may provide other significant benefits for birthing people and families, such as reducing financial strain or supporting reproductive autonomy. The study, “Estimating the Effect of a Universal Cash Transfer on Birth Outcomes,” is published in the American Sociological Review.
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