From DC is Justice in Aging's weekly roundup of national news and resources about issues impacting older adults. In this week's edition: House plans to markup budget bills with Medicaid and SNAP cuts, and more.
This issue brief explains how federal rental assistance plays a critical role in the safety net for seniors, helping them avoid homelessness and institutionalization. As HUD programs face the risk of future cuts under the current Administration and Congress, policymakers must protect and expand federal rental assistance so that everyone – including older adults – can access housing they can afford.
