A bill from Congressman Dennis Ross would allow large rent increases for low-income people assisted through the Housing Choice Voucher and Public Housing programs and properties converted by public housing agencies to Project-Based Rental Assistance, including working families, the elderly, and people with disabilities.
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Author: Mass Union
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How Congressman Dennis Ross plans to raise rent on HUD assisted homes
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The Massachusetts Union of Public Housing Tenants (MUPHT) Chairman laid to rest
“It is with great sorrow that we mourn the loss of a true hero for all of Public Housing, and a great friend of all who knew him”, said Jack Cooper, executive director of The Massachusetts Union of Public Housing Tenants (MUPHT).
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Secretary Ben Carson proposes far-reaching changes to federal housing subsidies
Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson proposed far-reaching changes to federal housing subsidies Wednesday, tripling rent for the poorest households and making it easier for housing authorities to impose work requirements.
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