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A mother stocks up on essential long term food supplies
Eliminating the 2021 Thrifty Food Plan would mean the maximum SNAP benefit would not cover the cost of a modestly priced meal in any state or county nationwide. 

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DC’s incoming leaders can increase affordability by targeting assistance to the communities most burdened by high electricity costs, strengthening oversight of rate setting plans, and increasing enrollment in existing electricity affordability programs.
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Hear from four leaders of Boone County’s Upward Mobility initiative about how they collaborate with partners across the community, help residents feel dignity and belonging, and use their deep understanding of local needs and strengths to ensure everyone in the county has opportunities to improve
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Explore national and state-level data on the latest trends in Medicaid-covered prescriptions for cessation medications.
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As currently drafted, BUILD America 250 would likely reinforce the United States’ car dependence, depriving Americans of affordable travel options and degrading the environment.
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Many small business owners need to borrow capital to operate, but how an entrepreneur manages debt can lead to significant differences in business outcomes and trajectory.
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Explore transit-accessible housing by state and urban area, compare available transit options, and view transit-oriented development trends over time.
People collect food items at a community distribution table, with volunteers placing packaged items into a green bag; boxes and loaves of bread are visible nearby.
As DC prepares to elect a new mayor and council, it is crucial for candidates to understand that a vibrant nonprofit sector is increasingly important to the overall vitality of the DC region.
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We map the current area each SSA office covers to understand people’s access to SSA offices and how long people would have to drive if their nearest office were to close.