More than 100 million Americans—roughly one in every three—are economically insecure. These are individuals for whom one expensive car repair, one health crisis or one missed paycheck could lead to a spiral of unpaid bills, predatory loans, eviction and even homelessness. Municipalities across the country have moved to address their residents' financial challenges by supporting financial empowerment initiatives.

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