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Social Security Administration releases new poverty measurement formula

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What happened

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The Social Security Administration released a new poverty measurement formula impacting local hardship in Berkshire County. The report notes that the current federal poverty formula, originally developed in 1963, was based on food costs and has not been fundamentally rebuilt around what families spend today, despite inflation adjustments. This disconnect is noted as significant in Berkshire County, where housing costs are high.

From berkshireeagle.com

Why it matters

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The change in the poverty measurement formula affects how financial hardship is defined and assessed. This could alter eligibility criteria for housing subsidies and aid programs, particularly in areas like Berkshire County where housing prices are substantial.

From berkshireeagle.com

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  • FORGESpeculative

    FORGE might see changes in eligibility criteria for housing subsidies and aid funding.

  • Pioneer InstituteSpeculative

    Pioneer Institute might see changes in eligibility criteria for housing subsidies and aid funding.

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