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The Human Needs Report is the Coalition on Human Needs'
newsletter on national policy issues affecting low-income and vulnerable
populations. It is published every other week while Congress is
in session.
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The Need Grows for More Federal Help to Curb the Recession
The President’s opposition complicates Congressional plans to increase aid.
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Mortgage Bill Passed by Senate Contains Little for Borrowers
On April 10, the Senate passed The Foreclosure Prevention Act of 2008, H.R. 3221, a bill that favors lenders and builders and does precious little to address the plight of struggling borrowers in danger of foreclosure.
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Employment Verification System Dangerous for U.S. Workers and Vulnerable Populations
Attempts are being made to implement a national employment eligibility verification system.
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Bill to Extend Moratoria on Medicaid Regulations Moves to Full Committee
The bill would delay the imposition of seven new Medicaid regulations proposed by the Bush Administration until April 1, 2008.
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