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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.
What does it mean for SNAP to remove people from poverty? A recent Urban Institute analysis found that SNAP removed 8.4 million people from poverty in 2015.Homeownership is still financially better than renting Housing finance debates have lacked detailed evidence on the costs of homeownership versus renting.Administration’s budget proposal could be a double-edged sword for child support Some proposed policies could improve low-income fathers’ ability to pay child support, while others would likely make it worse.Who uses income-driven student loan repayment? Enrollment in income-driven repayment plans has increased substantially over the past five years.Automation’s effects on jobs are more complicated than you might think If robots can do the same jobs as humans without a paycheck or a lunch break, will workers be displaced?Immigrant parents shouldn’t have to choose between their dream of permanent residency and meeting their children’s basic needs Draft regulations would penalize immigrant parents who enroll children in social programs.
