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Mission Local
4 weeks ago
Mission District

Market Match program, which doubles CalFresh dollars at farmer's market, may be slashed

The proposed state budget cuts may eliminate funding for the Market Match program, affecting low-income individuals' access to affordable produce. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Digital life

Millions of Low-Income Families Set to Lose Internet Subsidies

Low-income households rely on Affordable Connectivity Program for internet access
Program funding set to run out this spring, impacting millions of households [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
California

To lower energy costs, California wants to tie bills to income. That plan is making enemies

California's plan to lower electricity rates and relieve the burden on low-income households is sparking conflict among lawmakers, utilities, and clean energy advocates.
Supporters argue that a fixed charge based on household income would shift costs to higher-income households and encourage the adoption of electric vehicles and home appliances.
Opponents say the charge would punish those who have invested in making their homes more energy efficient and have privacy concerns about providing income data to utilities. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 months ago
Parenting

A new expanded child tax credit would include families who need it most

The new tax bill expands the Child Tax Credit but does not include monthly payments.
The proposed child tax credit would benefit 16 million children, with more than 80% of children currently left out of the full credit receiving an increase. [ more ]
US News & World Report
3 months ago
NYC politics

New York City Plans to Wipe Out $2 Billion in Medical Debt for 500,000 Residents

New York City plans to eliminate over $2 billion of medical debt for up to 500,000 residents in partnership with RIP Medical Debt.
The program aims to address the financial burden of medical debt on low-income households and individuals with inadequate insurance. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
New York City

$30,000 a Year for Housing? That's Average in New York.

Housing costs in New York City have increased significantly, with the average household spending about $30,000 per year on housing expenses.
Low-income households have been the most affected by the rising housing costs, but moderate- and middle-income households have also felt the pressure. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

February 2024 dates for benefits, pensions and cost of living payments

Inflation rates rose to 4.0 per cent last month, surpassing expectations and remaining above the Bank of England's target.
Low-income households have been struggling to afford basic necessities like food and heating, with over 56% reporting not having enough money for these expenses last year. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
US politics

As Utility Bills Rise, Low-Income Americans Struggle for Access to Clean Energy

Rising utility costs are impacting low-income households in the US
Low-income households face barriers to accessing clean energy and energy-efficient appliances [ more ]
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