Albuquerque uses weed tax to fund 'no-strings-attached' guaranteed income, sparking policy debate

Albuquerque uses cannabis tax revenue to fund a no-strings-attached guaranteed basic income (GBI) pilot program, making it one of the few such initiatives in the U.S. funded by municipal tax dollars. City leaders highlight positive outcomes like increased household savings, while emphasizing the program's departure from traditional government subsidies with strict qualifications.