How Housing Cuts Create New Pathways to Poverty for Foster Kids

Chris Engel 7/9/136:35 PM

"In March 2013, the Budget Control Act — the sequester — triggered a 5.1% cut to the federal budget. While that may sound like a small percentage in the grand scheme of things, domestic social support programs suffer disproportionately as cities and states make heartbreaking choices, slashing local services and programs to implement Congress’s cuts of $26.1 billion.

"These cuts are a slippery slope toward homelessness for many....

"Among the thousands who may lose their housing are vulnerable youth who have aged out of foster care...."

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