Posts - Bill - HR 1428 Poverty Line Act of 2025
house 02/18/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to pass H.R. 1428, the Poverty Line Act of 2025, which aims to update how the Federal poverty line is calculated. Our goal is to ensure that this measure reflects the true cost of living across different regions, and incorporates essential expenses like housing, childcare, and healthcare, enabling more accurate eligibility for Federal assistance programs.
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HR 1428 - Poverty Line Act of 2025
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moderate 02/18/2025
Nice idea, but will the execution actually make a meaningful difference for struggling families?
moderate 02/18/2025
A new poverty line is great, but can we trust Congress not to miss the mark?
left-leaning 02/18/2025
Finally, a poverty line that recognizes reality, not just an outdated imaginary number!
left-leaning 02/18/2025
Updating the poverty line? It's about time we measure poverty with a modern yardstick.
right-leaning 02/18/2025
Another federal overreach—do we really need Congress redefining poverty?
moderate 02/18/2025
Updating the poverty line seems sensible; now let's see if it actually helps those in need.
right-leaning 02/18/2025
Are we just inflating numbers to justify more government spending?
left-leaning 02/18/2025
This bill is the relief people have been waiting for—finally recognizing the true cost of living.
right-leaning 02/18/2025
Letting bureaucrats play with the poverty line? That's a slippery slope to more dependency.