Transfer Income Model (TRIM3)

Background

The Transfer Income Model, version 3 (TRIM3) is a microsimulation model developed and maintained by the Urban Institute and is funded primarily through the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). TRIM3 simulates the effect of major governmental tax, transfer and health programs on the U.S. population at the individual, family, state, and national level. This simulation includes governmental programs such as: Supplemental Security Income (SSI), child care, Tempo rary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), public and subsidized housing, food stamp program, child support, Medicare, Medicaid and SCHIP, employer-sponsored health insurance, and taxes.