A dozen Senate Democrats are urging the Biden administration to take steps to help people facing food insecurity. Senate Democrats Sent a Letter to Address Food Insecurity Sen. Ed Markey (Mass.) and 11 other Senate Democrats sent a letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and acting Social Security Administration Commissioner Kilolo Kijakazi on Tuesday, according … Read more
Some Californians who receive food stamps or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits may have noticed an extra $20.01 in their recent payments. Additional Money in SNAP Benefits The money is part of the State Utility Assistance Subsidy (SUAS) benefits that the California Department of Social Services issues to certain SNAP-eligible households that also qualify … Read more
Low-income Americans in California have only a few days left to apply for two guaranteed income programs that offer monthly payments of $500 each. The programs aim to help residents with basic needs such as food and energy costs. First Guaranteed Income Program in California The first program, run in the city of El Monte, … Read more
Minnesota Congresswoman, Ilhan Omar, has called for the implementation of two proposals that could greatly benefit American families. Proposed Bills that Will Benefit Americans The first is a proposed bill, the SUPPORT Act, which would give $1,200 a month to every adult and $600 to every child through local governments, for a five-year period. This … Read more
The Biden administration is facing a difficult decision on whether to resume student loan payments, which have been paused since March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. What Will Happen After the Supreme Court’s Decision on Student Loans? The payments are scheduled to restart either 60 days after the Supreme Court ruling on Biden’s student … Read more
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has signed a bill that prohibits water utility providers that have not signed up to participate in the state’s Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) from taking certain collection actions against customers with arrearages. New Legislation for Water Utility Providers The legislation prohibits water utilities from assessing interest on … Read more
The Department of Homeland Security has announced a limited experiment that will provide legal counsel to migrants who enter the United States illegally and will be screened by asylum officers while in custody. Legal Representation of Migrants The trial run, which is set to begin next week, will allow a tiny number of migrants access … Read more
Metro Council in Nashville plans to reappoint Democrat Justin Jones to the state House, a move that would challenge Republican leaders who expelled him following a racially charged debate. Reappointment of Justin Jones At least 29 of the 40 council members have said they will reappoint Jones, giving him more than the simple majority he … Read more
Pennsylvania Democratic Senator Bob Casey announced his plans to run for reelection in 2024, providing a glimmer of hope for Democrats in the key swing state. Sen. Bob Casey is Seeking His 4th Term The veteran Senator, who is seeking his fourth term, had previously been non-committal about his plans, but now claims he’s “not … Read more
Former Tennessee state representative Justin Pearson is expecting to be quickly reappointed to the Legislature after his “unprecedented” expulsion for participating in a gun violence protest. Pearson, a Memphis Democrat, said on Sunday that he hopes to continue serving District 86 in the reappointment. He also expressed his willingness to run in a special election … Read more