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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.
Immediate Federal Action Is Needed to Keep People Housed in the Face of the Pandemic Tools are in place that can work if Congress acts fast and with clarity.Health Philanthropy Will Play a Critical Role in Responding to COVID-19 Philanthropy can help address vulnerabilities and support the health and recovery of communities in the short and long term.COVID-19 Treatment Costs Could Hit Some Medicare Beneficiaries with High Out-of-Pocket Expenses Without action, Medicare beneficiaries who contract COVID-19 would face not only serious health risks but also substantial financial risks, especially those without supplemental coverage.Six Ways to Reduce Risks and Burdens for Accessing Public Assistance during the Coronavirus Outbreak A few common sense and short-term policy and procedure changes would allow people already receiving assistance through SNAP and TANF block grant programs to continue receiving these vital services during the crisis.A Good Start for Scaling American Apprenticeships: Five Potential Improvements How would new legislation make a difference? What elements might strengthen the proposal?The COVID-19 Recession Will Be Different A “service sector recession” could cut much deeper than normal downturns.
