The article discusses anticipated changes in Trump's 2026 budget proposal, which could lead to reductions in federal funding for rental assistance programs. This reduction would notably affect the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), where approximately 2.3 million low-income households currently depend on federal vouchers for rent. Experts warn that any cuts would exacerbate existing demand versus availability issues, potentially leading to many families losing assistance as the program faces increasing budget constraints. While no final decisions have been disclosed, significant implications are predicted for vulnerable populations.
If there were a cut to the voucher program, essentially, you would see a decrease to the number of families that are served by the program, Eric Oberdorfer, policy director at the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials, told the Times.
Currently, about 2.3 million low-income households rely on federal vouchers, administered through local housing authorities, to help pay rent.
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