Federal assistance programs are more than government policies as they can be lifelines during difficult seasons. What role does federal aid play in shaping the everyday lives of Americans, and how far does its reach truly extend?
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VA Moves to Extend Caregiver Program for Veterans and Families
The proposed rule would maintain benefits for legacy participants while program updates are finalized. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced plans to propose a rule extending eligibility…
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HHS Launches Initiative to Reform Organ Transplant System
The HRSA investigation showed “disturbing“ practices by a major organ procurement organization. The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) issued a report on the investigation into the organ…
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HHS Bans Illegal Immigrants from Public Health Benefits
Health secretary advocates for updated interpretation of policies implemented by PRWORA. The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced that the interpretation of the 1998 Personal Responsibility…
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VA Temporarily Expands Veterans Burial Benefits After At-Home Hospice Care
The Dole Act provides for families of eligible veterans who die at home after VA discharge. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a temporary expansion of…
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President Diagnosed with Chronic Venous Insufficiency
President Trump was examined after experiencing swelling in his legs. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt reported on Thursday that President Donald Trump was diagnosed with chronic venous…
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DOJ Charges Over 300 for Participation in Healthcare Fraud
HHS secretary says that eliminating health care fraud facilitates making care “accessible and affordable to all Americans.” The Justice Department announced that the 2025 National Health Care Fraud…
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SCOTUS Rules Planned Parenthood Cannot Sue Over SC Medicaid Exclusion
The state is allowed to block Medicaid coverage for nonabortion procedures by Planned Parenthood’s nonprofit. The justices of the Supreme Court determined that Planned Parenthood cannot sue the…
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HHS Secretary Removes All Members of Vaccine Advisory Committee
He points to conflicts of interest in retiring the group members. This week, Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. announced that he is “retiring”…
Read MoreHHS Partners with Argentina to Launch Alternative to WHO
The international health system will offer an alternative for pandemic preparedness. The Department of Health and Human Services announced that an “alternative international health system,” separate from the…
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