Welfare state policies refer to government programs and initiatives aimed at providing social support, such as healthcare, unemployment benefits, and assistance for low-income individuals.
Related terms
Social Security Act: A New Deal program implemented in 1935 that provides financial assistance to retired workers and people with disabilities.
Medicare: A federal health insurance program that provides coverage for Americans aged 65 and older.
Medicaid: A joint federal-state program that provides healthcare coverage for low-income individuals and families.