UPLIFTING FAMILIES
In Rochester, far too many families and individuals are still struggling to get ahead. Wages have not kept pace with the rising cost of living, and too many working families are living paycheck to paycheck while large corporations continue to report record profits.
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Joe hears from families across our community every day and understands the challenges standing in their way. He knows we need a comprehensive, community-driven approach to break the cycle of poverty that has impacted too many people for far too long.
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Joe believes we must act now to support low-income families and individuals. That is why he is fighting to expand the Child Tax Credit, increase access to affordable housing and child care, strengthen food assistance programs, and lower everyday costs for working families.
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In Congress, Joe has co-sponsored legislation including:
The Raise the Wage Act
Would gradually raise the federal minimum wage to help millions of Americans earn a living wage and reduce poverty for working families.
The Child Care for Working Families Act
Would make child care more affordable for low and middle-income families by capping child care costs and expanding access to high-quality care.
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The Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act
Would expand the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit to help increase the supply of affordable housing and lower housing costs for families.
The American Family Act
Would expand the Child Tax Credit and provide monthly payments to help families cover the cost of raising children and reduce child poverty.
The Universal School Meals Program Act
Would provide free school meals to all students so no child has to learn on an empty stomach.
The Hunger Clearinghouse Enhancement Act
Would increase funding for hunger prevention programs and better help families connect with food assistance resources and nutrition education.
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The Closing the Meal Gap Act
Would strengthen SNAP benefits and improve access to food assistance for families facing food insecurity.
The Affordable Connectivity Program Extension Act
Would continue funding for the Affordable Connectivity Program, helping families afford reliable internet access for work, school, and everyday life.
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