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USDA proposes narrowing a route to SNAP eligibility

The U.S. Department of Agriculture proposed Tuesday to narrow a route that states use to qualify households for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. The...

Federal immigration officers draw protest outside Boyle Heights hospital

Federal immigration officers gathered outside Adventist Health White Memorial in Los Angeles early Saturday after bringing a detainee to the emergency department for treatment,...

California restricts sales of weight-loss and muscle-building supplements to minors

California has enacted a law restricting sales of certain diet pills and supplements to customers under 18. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 2030...

CMS awards states $10 billion in second round of rural health funding

All 50 states will receive a share of $10 billion in fiscal 2027 under the second round of the Rural Health Transformation Program, the...

Texas Medicaid expansion proposal returns as lawmakers file bills for 2027

Texas lawmakers began filing bills Monday for the 2027 legislative session, and Sen. Judith Zaffirini again proposed expanding Medicaid eligibility under the Affordable Care...

Democrats weigh funding restrictions on Education Department changes

Congressional Democrats are considering using spending legislation to challenge the Trump administration’s reassignment of some Education Department functions after winning control of both chambers...

How to apply for home weatherization assistance before winter

Households looking to reduce heating costs can apply for the U.S. Department of Energy’s Weatherization Assistance Program through state, tribal or local providers. The...

What to check before applying for VA’s Native American Direct Loan

The Department of Veterans Affairs lists a starting rate of 2.47% for its Native American Direct Loan program, which helps qualifying veterans buy, build...

How VA’s housing grants aim to keep veterans off the street

As Veterans Day approaches, two Department of Veterans Affairs grant programs are in a new funding cycle aimed at keeping veterans housed and helping...

LSU endowment will fund scholarships for students who experienced foster care

Louisiana State University will use a new $7.2 million endowment to fund scholarships for students who have experienced foster care. First Lady Melania Trump...

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