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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.
To Weather COVID-19, Rural Hospitals Might Need More Support Urban hospitals have so far been the hardest hit, but policymakers should consider rural hospitals' needs and target assistance to keep them open and equipped to serve their communities through this crisis.To Support Vulnerable Communities, Foundations and Donors Should Consider Impact Investments Impact investments will increase the amount and diversify the type of private financial capital available to help struggling nonprofits, businesses, and neighbors.Will the Pandemic Encourage Policymakers to Implement Stronger Workplace Protections for Independent Contractors? The crisis has drawn much needed attention to the gaps in workplace protections for millions of Americans in precarious jobs.How Policymakers Can Plan Now for a Jobs Recovery Program Early planning could bring economic security to workers, help businesses, and provide useful services to communities as the nation recovers.The CARES Act Eviction Moratorium Covers All Federally Financed Rentals—That’s One in Four US Rental Units This protection can help stabilize renters during an economically precarious time, but it doesn’t cover everyone.Stabilizing Supports for Children and Families during the Pandemic The pandemic has dealt a major blow to parents’ ability to meet their children’s basic needs.
