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New Poverty Line Calculation: Increased Federal Aid Eligibility

This act updates how the federal poverty line is calculated to better reflect actual living costs, including food, housing, childcare, and healthcare. This change aims to expand eligibility for federal assistance and benefits, potentially improving financial and social mobility for more individuals. The new calculation will also account for regional variations in the cost of living.
Key points
The poverty line will be calculated based on current household expenditures for essential needs like food, clothing, phone, internet, housing, childcare, and healthcare costs.
New calculations will consider regional differences in living costs, tailoring the poverty line to specific geographic areas.
The act aims to increase the number of people eligible for federal assistance programs, potentially providing financial benefits and access to services for more families.
Safeguards are included to prevent the poverty line from being reduced for individuals moving locations for two years, or below the pre-enactment level adjusted for inflation.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1428
Sponsor: Rep. Mullin, Kevin [D-CA-15]
Process start date: 2025-02-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Poverty Line Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1428.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-02-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The poverty line will be calculated based on current household expenditures for essential needs like food, clothing, phone, internet, housing, childcare, and healthcare costs.
  • New calculations will consider regional differences in living costs, tailoring the poverty line to specific geographic areas.
  • The act aims to increase the number of people eligible for federal assistance programs, potentially providing financial benefits and access to services for more families.
  • Safeguards are included to prevent the poverty line from being reduced for individuals moving locations for two years, or below the pre-enactment level adjusted for inflation.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Mullin, Kevin [D-CA-15].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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