Many lawmakers are calling on the Biden administration to support increasing Supplemental Security Income benefits and making other changes to the program, which supports 8 million people. more
Over 50 national nonprofits have signed a letter to President Biden and Congress recommending concrete policies that will help the sector contribute to the nation’s relief, recovery and rebuilding. more
The Pennsylvania Youth Action Network (PAYAN) is a youth-led leadership group made up of a collection of the top youth leaders throughout Pennsylvania. more
Three members of Congress have unveiled legislation to empower HUD tenants to protect their housing rights and address unsafe and unhealthy living conditions. more
New Jersey could become the first state in the country to appoint an official anti-hunger advocate if a bill that was approved by the Legislature last Thursday is signed by Gov. Phil Murphy. more
A federal judge has ordered Los Angeles to shelter or house all homeless people living on skid row by October. Mayor Darrell Steinberg wants to impose a similar order on the city of Sacramento. more