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HUD Proposes Work Rules for Housing Vouchers | Jersey News
HUD is rolling out a new rule that lets public housing providers require recipients to work or meet time limits to stay on federal housing vouchers, aiming to boost self-sufficiency and cut long-term dependency. Backed by a coalition of over 100 housing authorities, tribes, and property owners, the plan includes job training and support, with work requirements capped at 40 hours weekly for able-bodied adults. HUD argues current policies discourage work and could generate over $500 million in new income for residents — nearly a third of whom in 2023 were working adults without disabilities…
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