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Oakland, California Introduces ‘Universal Basic Mobility’ Program for Low-Income Residents

FEMA providing toll-free legal assistance hotline to low-income disaster victims

Oakland, California, has launched a groundbreaking initiative to support low-income residents with public transportation costs. Building on a successful 2021 pilot program, the city will distribute prepaid debit cards to a thousand residents of West Oakland. Each card, valued at $320, is designated for use on public transit, according to an official statement released Thursday. … Read more

Harris County, Texas: Eligible Residents Set to Receive $500 Monthly Payments

Harris County, Texas: Eligible Residents Set to Receive $500 Monthly Payments

Residents of Harris County, Texas, are on the brink of receiving monthly payments of $500, thanks to the Uplift Harris County Income Guaranteed Pilot. This initiative, launched by officials in Harris County, aims to support low-income individuals with “no strings attached” financial assistance. The program, funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), targets nearly … Read more