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Federal cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program could cause some DC-area families to lose an average of $187 in monthly benefits.
What to expect during tonight’s State of the Union address We can’t say for sure what President Obama will discuss in his final State of the Union address tonight, but a few issues are likely to make the cut.Three bipartisan ideas for gun violence prevention Tonight’s State of the Union is a perfect opportunity to lay out a fresh vision for reducing gun violence while respecting the rights of responsible owners.Selling distressed loans to private investors helps borrowers and government HUD has come under fire for its pilot program, but selling underwater mortgages to investors minimizes FHA losses and helps borrowers avoid foreclosure.Defining pay for success Our researchers laid out how to understand evidence, funding, philanthropy, service provision, and governance within pay for success projects.Making sure the FHFA’s duty to serve regulations help underserved housing markets The GSEs have a duty to serve lower-income households in underserved markets. The FHFA in December released their long-awaited proposal to implement this directive.2015: The year in research Urban Institute center directors share their picks for the best research products of 2015.
