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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
U.S. Sen. Mark Warner introduced the Health CARE Act of 2026, legislation aimed at lowering health care costs, expanding coverage and improving access to care for Virginians. Visit the link in our bio to read the full statement! #HealthCare #VirginiaPolicy #AccesToJustice
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
If you're at risk of eviction from your manufactured home lot, you have tenant rights and we have resources available for you to learn about them. Check out fightmyeviction.org/ for more information. #ManufacturedHomes #TenantRights #EvictionDefense
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
A new article from @cardinalnews.org examines how rising food costs and limited access to SNAP benefits are impacting communities across the Commonwealth. Learn more at the link in our bio! Written By Emma Malinak Photo Credit: Anna Rubenstein
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15th-October 15th)🏵️ We are proud to celebrate our vibrant Hispanic and Latino Community here in Virginia and beyond! #HispanicHeritageMonth #CelebrateHispanicHeritage #LatinoCulture #HHM2026
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
The legal aid community grows stronger through learning and connecting in Virginia. Join us this fall in Norfolk for three days of professional growth and networking. Learn more and register at www.vplc.org/conference #LegalAid #AccessToJustice #VirginiaLegalAid
Orange background with text stating "Registration for Our 2026 Statewide Legal Aid Conference is Now Open!" More details available at vplc.org/conference.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Building relationships. Hearing your stories. Acting in faith. Join us for the Farmville Interfaith Justice Meet & Greet! 📅 Aug. 20 ⏰ 5:30-7:30 PM 📍 Farmville Library 🍲 Potluck dinner (bring a dish!) #CommunityConnection #InterfaithJustice #AdvocatesForChange
Flyer for a welcoming “Interfaith Justice Meet & Greet” in Farmville, inviting faith leaders and guests to discuss faith and justice on Aug. 20 at the Farmville Library. Any questions, reach out to sheila@virginiainterfaithcenter.org.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
Kinship Law: Custody, PoAs, and school enrollment. Weds Aug 12 at 6:30! email kknc_team@outlook.com to register and receive Webex link.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
We’re thrilled to be a Virginia Law Foundation Grant Recipient in 2026! 🎉 This grant supports our Annual Statewide Legal Aid Conference, uniting Virginia’s legal aid community for vital training in civil poverty law. Learn more at virginialawfoundation.org/. #LegalAid #VirginiaLaw
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
We're partnering with Virginia Interfaith Center and NAACP Virginia State Conference to bring the Interfaith Justice Revival series to Blacksburg, Tazewell, and Abingdon. No RSVP or ticket required! Learn more: www.vplc.org/news/vplc-jo...
Poster for the Interfaith Justice Revival, July 28-31, 2026, in Virginia, featuring faith leaders discussing the link between faith and justice. Logos for VPLC, Virginia Interfaith Center, and Virginia State Conference of the NAACP are included.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
VPLC wholeheartedly supports this - thank you, Lt. Governor! 👏
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 06/07/2026
The SUN Meals program provides free meals and snacks to kids during the summer. Get more information: www.fna.usda.gov/sfsp/sitefin... --- El programa Comidas SUN ofrece comidas y meriendas gratuitos a los niños durante el verano. Obtenga más información: www.fna.usda.gov/sfsp/sitefin...
Green flyer with white text titled "SUN Meals" offering free meals for children 18 and under. No application or ID needed. Includes a sun icon, apple icons, and a website link to learn more at https://www.dss.virginia.gov/relief/food-assistance/sunbucks/sun-meals/.Fondo verde con texto blanco sobre "Comidas SUN." Comidas gratuitas para niños de 18 años o menos este verano. No se requiere aplicar ni presentar identificación. Aprende más en https://dss.es.virginia.gov/relief/food-assistance/sunbucks/sun-meals/.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 04/07/2026
As we celebrate 250 years since the Declaration of Independence, let’s commit to justice for all. New Virginia laws effective July 1 bring us closer. Read our Executive Director's thoughts: www.vplc.org/news/the-wor... #America250 #Virginia #Justice 🗽
White text on a backdrop that contains a U.S. flag and a gavel that reads: "The Work Continues: New Virginia Laws and the Pursuit of Justice." Promoting reflections by Virginia Poverty Law Center's Executive Director on VPLC's website.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Si necesitas solicitar SUN Bucks, puedes llenar una solicitud antes del 31 de agosto: dss.es.virginia.gov/relief/food-... Obtenga más información aquí sobre el programa SUN Bucks, incluyendo preguntas frecuentes: dss.es.virginia.gov/relief/food-... #SUNBucks 🍽️💰
Gráfico azul con un icono de megáfono y texto: "¡Las aplicaciones para los SUN Bucks están abiertas hasta el 31 de agosto!" Logotipo VPLC en la parte inferior.Gráfico azul con texto. SUN Bucks proporciona a los estudiantes elegibles y sus familias un pago único de $120 por niño durante el verano para ayudar con el costo de la comida. Icono de carrito de compras incluido.Gráfico azul con texto. Algunas familias recibirán SUN Bucks automáticamente, pero otras tendrán que solicitarlo. Las familias que recibieron SNAP TANF, Medicaid o comidas escolares gratuitas o reducidas son elegibles en la mayoría de los casos, pero es buena idea preguntar al Centro de Llamadas para que lo revise. Gráfico azul con texto. Si tienes dudas sobre tu elegibilidad, puedes llamar al Centro de Llamadas SUN Bucks de Virginia al 866-513-1414.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
When school is out, kids eat at home. SUN Bucks gives eligible students a one-time $120 for groceries this summer. Call 866-513-1414 to check eligibility! Apply by Aug 31: www.dss.virginia.gov/relief/food-... FAQs for more info: www.dss.virginia.gov/relief/food-... #SUNBucks #FoodAssistance 🍽️💰
Orange background with white text reads, "SUN Bucks applications are open until August 31!" Includes a megaphone and hand icon. VPLC logo below.Orange background with white text: "Virginia’s SUN Bucks program provides extra food help for families over the summer. Each school-age child that meets the program requirements will get a one-time payment of $120." An icon of a shopping cart is centered between the text.Orange background with white text: "Most eligible families will be automatically enrolled and don't need to do anything to sign up. Children who have applied for and received SNAP, TANF, Medicaid, or free or reduced school meals are automatically eligible." There's a note regarding Medicaid clarifying that this applies to children who have received Medicaid with a reported household income under 185% of the federal poverty line, or FPL. An icon of a document with a checkmark is between the text.Orange background with white text: "Help us spread the word so Virginia families can access the food help they're eligible for this summer! To learn more and apply, visit virginiasunbucks.com or call the SUN Bucks Call Center at 866-513-1414." Includes a sun icon on a calendar in between the text.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
💻 Virtual Tenant Town Hall 🏡 🗓️ June 16, 7-8:30 PM 📌 Register: bit.ly/virtual26ten... Attention Virginia tenants & advocates! Join us to learn your rights & connect with others facing housing challenges. #TenantTownHall #VirginiaRenters #HousingRights
Green flyer for a "Virtual Tenant Town Hall" on June 16, 7-8:30PM. Hosted by Virginia Poverty Law Center. Open to all Virginian tenants, advocates, and community. Register at bit.ly/virtual26tenants.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
VPLC is currently hiring for 2 new full-time roles based in Richmond 💼 Read more about each open position and apply: www.vplc.org/work-at-vplc #VPLC #JobOpportunity #RichmondJobs #JoinOurTeam
Green background recruitment image for Virginia Poverty Law Center. It reads: "Join Our Team: Program Coordinator, Center for Healthy Communities, Digital Communications & Design Specialist."
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
🏠 Northern Virginia residents, we need YOUR voice! Join us to discuss tenant challenges and solutions. 📅 June 18 | 🕖 7-8:30 PM 📍 Arlington Mill Community Center, 909 S. Dinwiddie St, Arlington, VA secure.everyaction.com/DXDz00K2LkGG... #HousingCrisis #TenantRights #Virginia #KnowYourRights
Event flyer with teal accents titled, "How Do We Fix Virginia's Housing Crisis?" Details: June 18, 7:00-8:30 PM, Arlington Mill Community Center. Hosted by Virginia Poverty Law Center, discussing tenant rights. Includes QR code and logos for VPLC,  Allies for Housing Action (AHA) and Virginians Organized for Interfaith Community and Engagement (VOICE).
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
DANVILLE RESIDENTS: 🏡 Your voice matters. Join our Tenant Town Hall this Thursday, June 4th, to learn your rights + share your experience. 🔗 RSVP here: bit.ly/danville26te... #DanvilleVA #RentersRights #TenantVoices #HousingJustice
Yellow flyer for a Danville Tenant Town Hall on June 4, 6-7:30 PM at Southside Community Learning Center. Hosted with The Health Collaborative. Register at https://bit.ly/danville26tenants.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Today, VPLC launched a new website designed to improve access to justice and provide free legal information and self-help resources to Virginians. Read more: www.vplc.org/press-releas...
"VirginiaLawHelp.org
Get free answers about housing, debt, benefits, family, and more."

Blue background image with the VirginiaLawHelp logo and icons depicting housing, scales, health insurance, and groceries.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Richmond tenants! Join us for our 2nd Town Hall of the year on May 27, 6-7:30 PM at the Richmond Public Library. 🏛️ Let's discuss important tenant issues together! 👉 More info: www.vplc.org/news/vplc-an... #RVA #TenantRights #CommunityEngagement #TownHall 🗣️✨
Orange flyer for Richmond Tenant Town Hall on May 27, 6-7:30 PM at Richmond Public Library. Features house icon, RSVP details, and logos for VPLC and League of Women Voters of Virginia. The URL to register for this event is bit.ly/rva26tenants.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Save the date for Summer 2026 Tenant Town Halls! 🏡✨ Join VPLC and community partners to learn about tenant protections, ask questions, and share your story. Find a Town Hall near you, RSVP, and get more info by scanning the QR code! #TenantRights #CommunitySupport
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Calling all Chesapeake residents! 📣 Join us, @homeofva.bsky.social, & ForKids on May 12 at the Landmark Center for our Tenant Town Hall. Share your thoughts on housing fairness in VA. Register here: forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/Respon... #HousingRights #Virginia #TenantTownHall
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
Sentara vice president of government relations Andy Stephenson said the health system is “getting hit on all sides.” “This is a big issue for not just all of us in this room, but for all our friends, families and neighbors,” he added. virginiamercury.com/2026/03/27/v...
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Virginia hospitals amplify risks federal shifts pose to patient care • Virginia Mercury
The comments come as tens of thousands of Virginians have already dropped their health insurance due to spiked premiums, after Congress failed to renew ACA subsidies and as forthcoming changes to Medi...
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
“In some cases, it is indeed cheaper to just reconstruct a pole or put up the pole and send somebody out to do that, then to underground it,” Wiggins added. “It’s a case-by-case basis. Our preference is that the SCC decides.” virginiamercury.com/2026/03/04/b...
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Bills aimed at lowering utility bills also renew pricey power line burial program • Virginia Mercury
Cost shifting capacity auction, distribution costs to data centers saves some money on bills, while extending strategic undergrounding program that adds up.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Virginia lawmakers can take action to protect health coverage for low- and moderate-income families. Use this tool from @tcifiscal.bsky.social to contact key decision-makers: thecommonwealthinstitute.org/take-action-...
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Take Action: Protect Health Care Access - The Commonwealth Institute
Reach out to your lawmakers to support quality representation the first time someone appears in court
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TCI @tcifiscal.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
TCI is proud to play a supporting role to improve unemployment benefits alongside advocates and experts from SALT, @vplc.bsky.social, @legalaidjustice.bsky.social, and @nelp.org!
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Senate panel advances $48 hike in weekly unemployment benefits
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
“Affordability” is the theme of the General Assembly this session. But which legislation is actually moving? Housing reforms. Consumer protections. Foster care changes. See what’s advancing—and what it means—in VPLC’s newsletter: secure.everyaction.com/nR_PmVmmVkaz...
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Pregnant Virginians can now enroll in health coverage on Virginia’s Insurance Marketplace year-round, improving access to vital prenatal care for uninsured individuals when they need it: www.vplc.org/press-releas...
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New Special Enrollment Period Expands Access to Coverage for Pregnant Virginians
Uninsured pregnant Virginians now qualify for a special enrollment period to enroll in Marketplace health coverage.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Join Jay Speer and Virginia Poverty Law Center advocates for an online Crossover Day Coffee Chat about affordability-focused legislation moving through the General Assembly. Thursday, February 19, 9–10 a.m., virtual Register: bit.ly/vplc-crossov...
Coffee chat with VPLC
General Assembly Crossover Day
Thursday, February 19, 2026
9-10 A.M.
Join Jay Speer and Virginia Poverty Law Center's legislative advocates for a Crossover Day update on the affordability-focused legislation moving through the General Assembly.
Register: bit.ly/vplc-crossover26
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Stay up-to-date with VPLC's work at the General Assembly this year: www.vplc.org/2026-virgini...
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2026 Virginia General Assembly’s Legislative Session
Each year, VPLC’s legislative advocates work towards policies that support every family’s ability to live, work, and thrive. VPLC’s 2026 priorities focus on one goal: building an affordable Virginia…
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Community Catalyst @communitycatalyst.org · 12/01/2026
Enhanced Tax Credits expired Dec 31 & many are being priced out of coverage. "What we're seeing here is a policy choice — is, in effect, turning insurance into a luxury item & medical debt into the default," said Michelle Sternthal, our interim Senior Director of Policy & Strategy to @cbsnews.com.
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Some Americans say they'll go without health insurance as ACA rates spike
After the ACA tax credit lapsed in December, enrollees are opting for less robust health plans or dropping coverage altogether.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
VPLC attorney Daniel Rezai explains the harms of "renovictions" and what Virginia can do to help protect tenants: app.publicnewsservice.org/story/renovi...
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‘Renovictions’ displace residents, harm affordability, VA advocates say
Consumer advocates in Virginia said the trend of
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
🧵 Because of changes at USPS, your time-sensitive mail could be considered late if you drop it in a mailbox too close to the deadline. Here's what public benefits recipients should know about the change and how it could affect responding to notices in the mail.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
Register for VPLC's upcoming coffee chat to learn about our 2026 legislative agenda and ways to get involved in the process. bit.ly/2026legislat...
"Coffee chat with VPLC:
Legislative Kickoff
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
9 A.M. - 10 A.M.
Join for an overview of VPLC's legislative agenda for 2026 and ways to support our advocacy for low-income Virginians.
Register: bit.ly/2026legislativekickoff"
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
Plan details and prices change every year, so don't let your plan auto-renew. It's important to review your plan options every year so you can make sure your coverage fits your needs and budget.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
December 31 is the last day Virginians can enroll in Marketplace coverage that starts January 1. Free, unbiased enrollment help is available through VPLC's Enroll Virginia program. Find your local assister and make an appointment: enrollva.org/get-help
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 22/12/2025
Virginia Must Act to Protect Healthcare Access for Children and Families: www.vplc.org/news/virgini...
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Virginia Must Act to Protect Healthcare Access for Children and Families
Virginia must take advantage of the options it has to protect coverage for children and families and protect the stability of the health care system.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
Justice isn’t a once-a-year commitment. Your support fuels VPLC’s long-term reform work for Virginia families. vplc.org/donate
"Justice isn't a once-a-year commitment.
Your gift helps VPLC push for long-term reforms that protect families and ensure systems lift people up--not hold them down."
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
VPLC's Victoria Richardson will present next Monday about how to navigate denials and reductions in care hours for Medicaid Waiver users. Learn more and register: thearcofnova.org/event/naviga...
"Navigating Care Denials and Reductions with the Medicaid Waiver

Presented by Victoria Richardson, Virginia Poverty Law Center

Monday, December 15, 2025"
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
Too many Virginians live with no room to fail. This year, VPLC's advocacy helped remove barriers for 100,000+ Virginians seeking life-sustaining public benefits. Your gift fuels real systemic change: vplc.org/donate
"End the year with purpose. 

Too many Virginians live with no room to fail.

Your support helps VPLC: 
- Protect Virginians today.
- Push for real systemic change.
- Build stability for tomorrow."
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Thank you Senator @aaronrouse.bsky.social for introducing this bill to give tenants more time to pay late rent before being evicted. This will help tenants, landlords, the courts, and Virginia's economy. Win-win! www.wric.com/news/politic...
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
VPLC is so proud of the great work from the attorneys at the Legal Aid Society of Eastern Virginia—who won this battle for tenant rights that shouldn't need to be fought for repeatedly, as LASEV attorney Brandon Ballard notes: www.linkedin.com/posts/legala...
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COURT SIDES WITH LEGALLY BLIND PUBLIC HOUSING TENANT IN HOUSING DISCRIMINATION CASE AGAINST NORFOLK REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING AUTHORITY NORFOLK, VA - A federal judge ruled in favor of a legally… | Le...
COURT SIDES WITH LEGALLY BLIND PUBLIC HOUSING TENANT IN HOUSING DISCRIMINATION CASE AGAINST NORFOLK REDEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING AUTHORITY NORFOLK, VA - A federal judge ruled in favor of a legally blind...
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
Cardinal News interviewed Marketplace shoppers and an Enroll Virginia navigator in this piece about rising health insurance premiums. If Congress doesn't extend enhanced premium tax credits, Virginia families will have to keep making tough decisions about coverage. cardinalnews.org/2025/11/26/v...
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Virginians on health insurance marketplace see monthly premiums rise to ‘astonishing’ levels
Small-business owners, middle-income families and older adults will be the hardest hit by the end of enhanced premium tax credits.
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
"​Down the line, the result of all this change could be that states pare back the food program and that older adults find themselves without needed assistance." www.aarp.org/advocacy/sna...
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SNAP Work Rules Strain Older Adults and State Systems
State agencies are scrambling to avoid costly penalties and track an influx of paperwork
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Take action today to urge your members of Congress to reverse the harmful SNAP cuts passed earlier this year and protect the vital hunger-fighting program: bit.ly/4puqk4G
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URGENT ACTION ALERT: Congress Must Act Quickly to Restore Harmful SNAP Cuts
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
VPLC has long worked to ensure youth in foster care can get the support they need to be successful as they transition to adulthood—so we welcome the President's initiative to improve services and connections to young people aging out of care. But we echo Rev. Starsky Wilson, president of the (1/2)
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No Kid Hungry @nokidhungry.org · 14/11/2025
SNAP participants already have to regularly recertify for benefits it's every year for most, sometimes more often, sometimes a little less (like for elderly and disabled folks)
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
Work at VPLC! Full listing and information about how to apply here: www.vplc.org/jobs/policy-...
"Join our team. 
Policy Specialist or Staff Attorney
VPLC is hiring a Policy Specialist or Staff Attorney to join our team of public benefits advocates and make systemic change improving access to essential programs for low-income Virginians.
Apply at vplc.org/work-at-vplc"
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Virginia Poverty Law Center @vplc.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
Important updates for Virginia SNAP recipients:
Update for SNAP households: November 10, 2025

Starting this week, Virginia will no longer distribute VENA funds to SNAP households.

Partial federal SNAP benefits are expected soon.The Virginia Department of Social Services says benefits will be distributed by Thursday, November 13.

Households are expected to receive 65% of their normal SNAP benefit amount.This situation is changing quickly.

Virginia Poverty Law Center will continue to share updates about Virginians’ SNAP benefits and food resources.

You can find more information on the Virginia Department of Social Services website.
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Katie Bergh @katiebergh.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
We estimate that USDA’s plan will result in a roughly 60% cut in average benefits. Because of how the SNAP benefit calculation works, USDA's plan to cut maximum benefits for each household size by 50% results in a deeper cut to average benefits—and a much deeper cut than needed.
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