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Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
2 days ago

First New Yorker To Get A Subsidized E-Bike: 'It's Perfect' - Streetsblog New York City

A rebate program in New York supports low-income residents in acquiring electric bikes, enhancing mobility and reducing reliance on cars.
#legal-aid
fromThe American Conservative
3 weeks ago
Right-wing politics

The Legal Services Corporation: Principled and Conservative or Liberal Running Dog?

The defunding of the Legal Services Corporation would severely restrict access to justice for low-income individuals, ultimately increasing taxpayer burdens.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago
Law

Ontario lawyers applaud plan to boost legal aid eligibility, but say more help needed | CBC News

Legal Aid Ontario plans to expand eligibility thresholds, aiming to assist more low-income individuals in accessing legal aid services.
fromThe American Conservative
3 weeks ago
Right-wing politics

The Legal Services Corporation: Principled and Conservative or Liberal Running Dog?

The defunding of the Legal Services Corporation would severely restrict access to justice for low-income individuals, ultimately increasing taxpayer burdens.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago
Law

Ontario lawyers applaud plan to boost legal aid eligibility, but say more help needed | CBC News

Legal Aid Ontario plans to expand eligibility thresholds, aiming to assist more low-income individuals in accessing legal aid services.
more#legal-aid
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Backlash after 250k Bromley welfare fund for vulnerable residents axed

Bromley Council withdrew crucial financial support for a fund aiding low-income households, risking worsening living conditions and increased strain on local services.
#snap
fromBKReader
3 months ago
Brooklyn

NYC Recovers $48 Million in Stolen SNAP, Cash Assistance Benefits

New York City recovered $47.7 million in stolen benefits for 95,000 low-income families impacted by EBT card skimming.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Business

Opinion: Republicans want the poor to pay for Trump's tax cuts

Republicans' proposed cuts threaten essential support for low-income families, particularly through significant reductions to Medicaid and SNAP.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 months ago

NYC Recovers $48 Million in Stolen SNAP, Cash Assistance Benefits

New York City recovered $47.7 million in stolen benefits for 95,000 low-income families impacted by EBT card skimming.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Business

Opinion: Republicans want the poor to pay for Trump's tax cuts

Republicans' proposed cuts threaten essential support for low-income families, particularly through significant reductions to Medicaid and SNAP.
more#snap
#internet-access
fromTelecompetitor
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

New York $15 Internet Mandate Challenge Won't Be Heard By Supreme Court

New York's $15 internet plan for low-income residents will remain in effect after the Supreme Court's refusal to hear challenges against it.
fromTelecompetitor
4 months ago
Digital life

Lumen, Quantum Fiber Join Forces on Low-Cost Internet Plan

Lumen Technologies offers a low-cost 200 Mbps internet plan at $30/month for eligible households, aiding those in financial need.
fromTelecompetitor
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

New York $15 Internet Mandate Challenge Won't Be Heard By Supreme Court

New York's $15 internet plan for low-income residents will remain in effect after the Supreme Court's refusal to hear challenges against it.
fromTelecompetitor
4 months ago
Digital life

Lumen, Quantum Fiber Join Forces on Low-Cost Internet Plan

Lumen Technologies offers a low-cost 200 Mbps internet plan at $30/month for eligible households, aiding those in financial need.
more#internet-access
#broadband-access
fromBrooklyn Eagle
8 months ago
Tech industry

Spectrum made to restore $15/month low-income internet: Hochul

State reaches a settlement mandating Charter to offer $15 broadband internet for low-income residents receiving certain benefits.
The initiative aims to bridge the digital divide and support low-income families with reliable internet access.
fromTelecompetitor
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Vermont Establishes Long Drop Program to Reach More Remote Residences

Vermont is creating a Long Drop Program to connect low-income residents living far from fiber lines to affordable broadband.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
8 months ago
Tech industry

Spectrum made to restore $15/month low-income internet: Hochul

State reaches a settlement mandating Charter to offer $15 broadband internet for low-income residents receiving certain benefits.
The initiative aims to bridge the digital divide and support low-income families with reliable internet access.
fromTelecompetitor
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Vermont Establishes Long Drop Program to Reach More Remote Residences

Vermont is creating a Long Drop Program to connect low-income residents living far from fiber lines to affordable broadband.
more#broadband-access
fromwww.mercurynews.com
9 months ago
East Bay (California)

Oakland distributing free debit cards to low-income residents in need of public transportation

Oakland provides pre-loaded debit cards to low-income residents for public transportation, with $160 per card, aiming to reduce auto dependence and help cover transit costs.
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