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Trump administration freezes $10 billion in social program funds: Implications for low-income families

In early 2026, the Trump administration halted over $10 billion in federal funds for social programs in five Democrat-led ...
WSAZ

Government shutdown threatens to delay home heating aid for millions of low-income families

HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Jacqueline Chapman is a retired school aide who relies on a $630 monthly Social Security check to get by. She was navigating the loss of her federal food aid benefits when she ...
Los Angeles Times

Gov. Newsom proposes ‘asset test’ for low-income and disabled Medi-Cal applicants. What does that mean?

Facing higher healthcare costs, Gov. Gavin Newsom is proposing adding an “asset test” for applicants for Medi-Cal and In-Home Supportive Services. The test would mean Californians would not be ...

HHS demands Delaware pay back nearly $3.7M in funding for low-income families

WASHINGTON — The Department of Health and Human Services wants Delaware to repay $3.7 million after state officials wrongly ...
KCCI Des Moines

Government shutdown expected to delay energy assistance for low-income households

Energy assistance directors are urging utilities to suspend service shut-offs as low-income families brace for higher bills and delayed aid. Energy assistance directors are urging utilities to suspend ...
VTDigger

Gov. Phil Scott signs $13.5 million tax credit package benefiting low-income workers, families, retirees and veterans

Give today and help heat a home for a day through the Warmth Support Program. Vermont Gov. Phil Scott does the honors during a ceremonial bill signing. The new law creates tax exemptions and tax ...