Benefits in the News

How Public Benefits May Be Shaping Puerto Rico’s Job Market

IRS Raises Earned Income Tax Credit to $8,231 for 2026: Who Can Qualify

Report: Trump Admin Drafts Plan to Pay Some Stay-at-Home Parents

New Bipartisan Bill Could Expand the Child Tax Credit for 3.5 Million Working Families

New SSI Bill Could Raise Benefits by Hundreds a Month

Why Medicaid and ACA Enrollment Is Falling — And What Changes Are Still Ahead

Some Public Service Loan Forgiveness Counts Are Being Reduced

Some Immigrants Could Lose Part of Their Tax Refund Under New Proposal

21st Century ROAD to Housing Act Could Expand Housing Assistance Nationwide

Medicare Open Enrollment Is Coming: 5 Rules That Could Save You Money

Medicaid Cuts Could Affect Your Health Care — Even If You Have Private Insurance

Hawaii SNAP Recipients Can Get Benefits Replaced After Hurricane Lala

Social Security COLA 2027 Is Now Projected at 3.6%

Many people count on Social Security. See what the 2027 COLA may be and what that means for your income.

VA Is Using More Automation for Disability Claims — Which is Raising Concerns

Is Medicare Being Privatized? What A Proposed Enrollment Change Could Mean For You

Learn how a proposed Medicare enrollment change could affect you. We explain the shift toward private Medicare Advantage plans and what it means for your healthcare choices.

Is a Medicare Enrollment Freeze Coming for Hospice Providers?

A Medicare enrollment freeze for hospice care providers could be coming in late March 2026. Learn what this means for you and what steps to take.

LIHEAP on the Chopping Block in Proposed 2027 Budget

A proposed budget could cut funding for LIHEAP, a vital program helping low-income families pay energy bills. Learn what this means for your household and how to prepare for potential changes.

Is Section 8 Mandatory? New Court Ruling Explained

A NY appellate court ruled on March 5, 2026 that forcing landlords to participate in Section 8 violates the Fourth Amendment.

Tax Refund Season 2026 Looks to Be a Big One: Here's Why

Get ready for a bigger tax refund this year! Learn why changes to tax laws mean more money back in your pocket. Find out how to file with confidence.

Parent PLUS Borrowers Face Higher Loan Payments

Parent PLUS borrowers may soon face higher loan payments. Learn what changes are coming and how to protect your budget.