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States Sue Over Housing First Cuts | Spokane News
Washington state is suing the federal government to stop new rules that threaten to cut off housing for thousands of homeless people, including nearly 3,000 in King County — risking over $37 million in funding. The lawsuit challenges a federal shift away from proven “Housing First” programs, which prioritize stable, long-term housing without strict sobriety or income requirements — programs that have historically received 90% of federal homelessness dollars. While the federal agency argues for more diverse approaches and competition, states say the rules are unlawful and will worsen the…
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