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A new report estimates 36% of Virginia's children will lose access to food, healthcare, or both if Congress passes devastating cuts to Medicaid and SNAP. Take action by calling and emailing your Senators and asking them to vote NO: vplc.org/take-action/

Among the rollbacks that DOGE says is putting money back in Americans’ pockets is the repeal of a 2023 rule on energy efficiency standards for microwaves. U.S. Department of Energy estimated the rule would generate $620 million a year in savings to consumers. The New York Times nytimes.com/2025/05/30/us/…

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When you're already paid too little to afford private health insurance, a new co-pay could become a barrier to accessing #HealthCare. More from TCI's Freddy Mejia on one of several U.S. House-passed bill provisions that could keep people from getting the care they need ⤵️

We've summarized key #HealthCare, food assistance (#SNAP), and tax impacts of the bill that House leadership pushed through. But to sum it up even more: It's not good. Take action today: bit.ly/protect-medica… thecommonwealthinstitute.org/tci_research/v…

Richmond renters: we need to hear from you! Join us for a Tenant Town Hall on June 25 to share your experiences and ideas for how we can fight to improve housing laws. Learn more and register: vplc.org/tenant-town-ha…

Cuts to SNAP and Medicaid will have far-reaching effects for low-income families. This article explains why the cuts in front of Congress right now would make it harder for hungry children to access free school meals: k12dive.com/news/cuts-to-m…

"[W]e can make sure that people fleeing persecution and violence and people who have been subjected to horrific treatment in the U.S., like trafficking or domestic violence, have the resources they need to build a new life and contribute to our nation." cbpp.org/blog/turning-a…

Virginia's SUN Bucks program will provide a one-time $120 benefit per eligible child starting in July. Here's what to know. wtvr.com/news/local-new…

“They’re actively harming regular, hard-working Americans so that their billionaire buddies can profit,” said chichiwu.bsky.social of administration officials. “There’s really no other way to look at it." NBC News #ProtectConsumers nbcnews.com/business/perso…

Medical debt harms far too many folks’ financial futures. Check out this new report from Tzedek DC ⤵️

Urgent action is needed to protect SNAP — the nation's most effective anti-hunger program — ahead of an anticipated Senate Floor vote the week of June 23. secure.everyaction.com/lmBv70YdQkCuGF…

While the richest in Virginia would get huge tax handouts, people w/ the lowest incomes would see an average $100. Many may also lose their #HealthCare. “Would you rather have health care or $100?" Freddy 🇸🇻🇺🇸 asked. "The clear answer would be access to health coverage.”

Be part of the fight against hunger today and take action to #ProtectSNAP before the Senate votes on devastating cuts to the vital food assistance program. Here are three advocacy actions you can take today: frac.org/action

Our Richmond Tenant Town Hall is coming up soon! We need to hear from you: what problems are you experiencing as a Richmond renter? Join us on June 25 & help us fight to improve Virginia's housing laws. RSVP here: bit.ly/vplc-tth25

The Parliamentarian ruled 2 of the most harmful #SNAP cuts in the Senate Republican bill violate the Byrd rule, including an unprecedented cost-shift to states that could end SNAP entirely in parts of the U.S. The only “option” Sen Rs shld consider is removing these cuts entirely

First, slashing federal $ for food benefits & imposing those costs as an unfunded mandate on states means some states could cease to have a SNAP program at all, ending a 50-year nationwide commitment to addressing hunger. See how much your state could owe: cbpp.org/research/food-…

If states can't pay, their choices are to drop out of the program or cut SNAP enough that they can afford the cost-share for a much smaller program. Either way, eligible low-income people in the state lose the help they need—it's just a matter of whether it's many or all of them.

Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association president Sean Connaughton in the RTD today: "Virginia hospitals are deeply concerned about the damage the Senate proposal would inflict on public health, the health care safety net, the economy and employment." richmond.com/opinion/column…

Did you know? The SUN Meals program provides free meals & snacks to kids during the summer at schools, parks, & other neighborhood locations—no application needed. More info here: fns.usda.gov/summer/sunmeals Details can change, so we recommend calling first before visiting a site!