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Increased Funding for High-Poverty Areas

This act aims to direct more federal money to communities struggling with long-term poverty. This means government programs will need to allocate more resources to areas where at least 20% of residents live in poverty, potentially improving local services and opportunities for residents.
Key points
Increased financial support for areas with high and persistent poverty.
The government will publish and annually update a list of these areas.
Federal agencies must report on funds directed to these areas and their economic impact.
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Print number: 117_S_3552
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2022-02-01