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As data centers see a surge in demand because of generative AI, Henrico County, Virginia, shows how local governments can turn the economic gains of this new industry into sustainable funding for affordable housing.
Why a Universal Asset Limit for Public Assistance Programs Would Benefit Both Participants and the Government Restrictive asset limits and complex program rules make it difficult for families to navigate public benefits programs. Raising the Supplemental Security Income program’s asset limit and adopting a universal asset limit would simplify the process and reduce administrative costs.Overcoming Obstacles to the Veterans Administration's Loss Mitigation Options Pandemic-era funding allowed the Veterans Administration more latitude to assist veterans and active-duty service members facing financial difficulties, but those funds are expiring, and borrowers need a new loss mitigation alternative.Under Proposed Cuts to SNAP Funding, Families Would Have to Stretch Their Benefits Even Further In most US counties, SNAP benefits do not fully cover the cost of a meal. Recently proposed cuts to SNAP would make it even more difficult for families to afford food.The Evidence Behind President Biden’s State of the Union Policy Proposals Urban evidence on housing affordability, child poverty, and wage stagnation can inform policymakers as they consider President Biden’s proposals from the State of the Union.Creating a National Housing Strategy to Increase Affordability for Renters, Buyers, and Sellers White House National Economic Council Director Lael Brainard detailed a new plan for unlocking housing affordability at a time when homelessness has hit record highs, rental costs are eating a disproportionate share of people’s incomes, and homeownership becomes increasingly unattainable.Generating a More Accurate, Inclusive Estimate of Disabled People in the US To advance equity and fully capture the lived experiences of disabled people in the US, the Census Bureau should proactively engage a diverse group of disabled people in decisions on how to count the disabled population.
