Tag
budget cuts
The Latest
What’s Going On With the HUD Budget?
As the federal government teeters on the edge of a shutdown, housing advocates warn of cuts to affordable housing programs in the remaining months of FY 2025—and say to brace for even deeper threats in FY 2026. From the loss of rental vouchers to slashed homeless assistance grants, what’s at risk now and what should advocates prepare for in the coming budget battles?
Search & Filter Within this Topic
filter by Content Type
filter by Date Range
search by Keyword
You Might Have to Accept Cuts—But Don’t Accept Devaluing of Your Work
As municipalities face post-pandemic fiscal shortages, there’s a longer-term danger lurking behind budget fights.
Putting a Face on the Budget Cuts
“When you have a key that you can put in the door, it gives you the chance to control your destiny” says Almon Hubbard, a formerly homeless veteran in Buffalo, […]
Unpopular Budget Cuts Could Create an Opening for Advocates
As the recession continues and new members of Congress take their seats following the midterm election, it is clear our new lawmakers are taking the nation in the wrong direction. […]
The Governor’s Budget Non-strategy
It wouldn’t be surprising to see non-Californians still do a double-take when the title “Governor” is applied to former on-screen cyborg Arnold Schwarzenegger. It was admittedly a lot weirder at the […]
Following the Money Trail
Chicago’s community organizations are learning to actively engage in the local budgeting process to fund neighborhood improvements.
Fighting the End of the Year Budget Blues
Thankfully, the legislative year is finally winding down, although much business remains. As of this writing, we still do not have a budget bill, a HUD appropriations bill, or a […]