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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 HUD’s Proposed Rule Gets Wrong about Fair Housing It negates the considerable federal investments made to roll out the 2015 rule and ignores evidence of ongoing racial discrimination, residential segregation, and barriers to opportunity in the US.Feeding the Country during a Pandemic: Seven Ways Forward A top priority for our nation’s emergency response should be figuring out how to feed those who already struggle with food insecurity and those who may be newly in need.Is It Time to Postpone the 2020 Census? The timing of the COVID-19 pandemic could not be worse for the once-in-a-decade census.How Programs Addressing Homelessness Can Prepare for the Coronavirus People experiencing homelessness may be particularly vulnerable to COVID-19.Policies, Practices, and Resources for Child Care and Early Education Providers Amid the Coronavirus Crisis Child care providers are seeking evidence about best practices to inform their plans.How Can We Uphold Human Rights and Dignity in Prison? There are no quick fixes, but research and data can support accountability and chart a path forward.