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politics7 months ago•5 min saved

Study Finds Trump’s Housing Limit Could Impact Working Families and Children

A study from NYU warns that the Trump administration's proposal to impose a two-year time limit on rental assistance could displace over 1 million low-income families, including many working families and children, potentially causing significant disruption and administrative challenges, with little evidence of successful implementation from pilot programs.

via PBS|

#housing-policy #low-income-housing #politics

new-york1 year ago•2 min saved

NYC Reopens Section 8 Housing Applications After 15-Year Hiatus

After being closed for nearly 15 years, New York City's waiting list for Section 8 housing vouchers has reopened, offering a crucial opportunity for families struggling with high rent. The list, which had over 128,000 families in 2009, now has 3,700 households. Despite the reopening, finding apartments that accept vouchers remains challenging due to a severe housing shortage and landlord reluctance.

via The New York Times|

#affordable-housing #housing-vouchers #new-york