National True Cost of Living Coalition

@GovKathyHochul and @NYCMayor have committed to universal child care, and we're excited to be a part of delivering that to NY! @EmpireStateCCC is in Albany today to advocate for a well paid workforce in this year's budget to achieve that goal.

ICYMI: The @NationalTCL returned to Washington, D.C. for @RepGwenMoore's signature panel, "Not for Sistah’s Only: THE BIG 3M…Money, Mental Health & Moore" at the 54th annual Congressional Black Caucus legislative conference. Our esteemed panel explored how economic security, mental, and social wellbeing are intrinsically connected and how they shape the lives of Black women, families, and communities nationwide. It’s time that we advance policies and programming at all levels of government that reflect the lived experience of all Americans. You can watch the full event at: bit.ly/43dMM9d Learn more about the National True Cost of Living Coalition and how establishing a national economic security measure can help us truly understand what 21st-century Americans need not just to get by, but to get ahead — and stay ahead — at nationaltruecostofliving.org. #ALC54 #NationalTrueCostofLivingCoalition #TrueCostofLiving #EconomicSecurity #TCES #Economicpolicy @alexismcgill @ChildDefender @aarpillinois @JJAatFPWA

This Friday: @JJAatFPWA and the @NationalTCL will join @RepGwenMoore's signature event at @cbcfinc’s Annual Legislative Conference! “Not for Sistah’s Only: THE BIG 3M…Money, Mental Health & Moore” will spotlight how economic security and mental health shape the lives of Black women, families and communities nationwide. If you’re attending #ALC54, join us! 📅 Sept. 26 ⏱️ 11am ET 📍 Washington, D.C.

That gap makes it harder to cover everyday essentials — from rent and child care to groceries and health care — let alone save for the future. Every family deserves the chance not just to survive, but to thrive. Read the blog from @urbaninstitute here: bit.ly/3JUFb8W

Did you know families are falling behind by more than $13,000 a year? ➡️The median family has $121K in income and resources, but the True Cost of Economic Security is $134.8K.

In Ohio, it takes $100K+ a year for a family to thrive, yet 45% of families don’t have enough. The True Cost of Economic Security (TCES) offers a clearer picture than outdated poverty measures and a roadmap for county leaders to act. Read full op-ed at bit.ly/46qybJv

What does it truly cost for children to thrive, not just survive, in today's economy? Our webinar tackles this crucial question. Join us Tuesday, September 16 as we bring together experts to discuss how the True Cost of Economic Security (TCES) measure can be utilized to improve their wellbeing. 🗓️ Tuesday, September 16, 2025 ⏰ pm - pm ET 📍 Zoom Featured Speakers Include: ➡️ @JJAatFPWA, CEO and Executive Director of FPWA and co-chair of the @NationalTCL ➡️ Gregory Acs, Vice President of Income and Benefits Policy, @UrbanInstitute ➡️ Lauren King, Program Officer, @WK_Kellogg_Fdn 🔗 Register today and secure your spot bit.ly/3Hcmexw

Read the full op-ed to learn more, and you can explore the True Cost of Economic Security measure that lays this bare at nationaltruecostofliving.org

3⃣ SNAP cuts will increase the average economically insecure household with children’s resource gap — the amount short of economic security — from more than $50,000 to an astounding $95,000.

This @NYDailyNews op-ed from our co-chair, @JJAatFPWA, uses our True Cost of Economic Security (TCES) measure to sound the alarm on how the federal cuts to SNAP and health insurance will deepen economic insecurity for New York families.

Our True Cost of Economic Security measure tells us that 52% of Americans are economically insecure, and for families with kids, that number rises to 58%. For these Americans, economic security is unattainable. Learn more at bit.ly/45ZTnXg

For too long, outdated poverty measures have masked the real costs families face. Our True Cost of Economic Security (TCES) measure redefines how we think about economic need and security, placing a renewed emphasis on the real-life experiences of U.S. families today.

You can learn more about the TCES measure nationaltruecostofliving.org. #TrueCostofLiving #EconomicPolicy #TCES #EconomicSecurity #Medicaid #SNAP #AffordableCareAct #ACA @cssnyorg @FPWA

With this info, policymakers and government leaders can create meaningful economic policy to support individuals & families and help them thrive.

We commend the Congresswoman for using the TCES to demand smarter, more equitable policymaking that reflects the real economic conditions Americans face today.

On June 11, 2025, @repgwenmoore pressed Trump Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on how proposed cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and ACA will worsen conditions for the more than 50% of Americans already facing economic insecurity.

➡️ Cost differences on a county-by-county basis. ➡️ Full costs of modern essentials like housing, childcare, transportation, prescriptions, and school supplies. ➡️ Savings for emergencies, future goals, and more.

Traditional poverty measures like the Federal Poverty Level often underestimate the real cost of living. The True Cost of Economic Security (TCES) measure takes a more holistic approach, considering:

In her line of questioning, @repgwenmoore uses the True Cost of Economic Security (TCES), a new and more accurate measure of economic need, to showcase how families are struggling in today's economy & the real economic impact of the policies proposed by the current federal admin.