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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
September 9, 2026Health and SafetySNAP, formerly known as food stamps, is a federal nutrition assistance program that helps eligible low-income children, individuals, and families afford food.
Policy SnapshotTestimony of Rachel Metz, Data and Research Manager, before DC Council Committee on Health
January 29, 2026Health and SafetyWe write to urge this Committee to use the oversight hearing with Director Turnage and DHCF to continue elevating the importance of smoothly implementing and widely promoting pre- and postnatal care available to Alliance and former Alliance enrollees through the CHIP...
TestimonyData Trends on the District’s Children, Youth, and Families
January 23, 2026Early Childhood Education Health and Safety Voting and Democracy Youth Economic JusticeDC Action’s DC KIDS COUNT Data Trends Report offers a comprehensive, data-driven look at how children, youth, and families in the District are faring—and where persistent inequities continue to limit opportunity.
Kids Count ReportTestimony of Rachel Metz, Data and Research Manager, before the Council Committee on Health
December 3, 2025Health and SafetyGreetings, DC Council Committee on Health. My name is Rachel Metz, and I am testifying on behalf of DC Action. DC Action uses research, data, coalition building, advocacy, and a racial equity lens ...
TestimonyFY26 Budget Falls Short on Equity and Early Childhood Investments
July 30, 2025Budget and Legislative Advocacy Early Childhood Education Health and Safety Voting and Democracy Youth Economic JusticeThe Fiscal Year 2026 budget and four-year financial plan that was proposed just over a month ago created an avalanche of threats to the physical, emotional, educational, and financial wellbeing of ...
Blog PostWhat’s in the FY26 Budget – so far – for Kids and Families?
July 17, 2025Budget and Legislative Advocacy Early Childhood Education Health and Safety Voting and Democracy Youth Economic JusticeThe Fiscal Year 2026 budget and four-year financial plan that was proposed just over a month ago created an avalanche of threats to the physical, emotional, educational, and financial wellbeing of ...
Blog PostKIDS COUNT DC Data Profile
June 17, 2025Early Childhood Education Health and SafetyInfographicDC Action’s FY26 Budget Requests of Council
June 11, 2025Budget and Legislative Advocacy Early Childhood Education Health and Safety Voting and Democracy Youth Economic JusticeThe Honorable Phil Mendelson, Chairman 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20004Â June 10, 2025 Dear Chairman Mendelson and Members of the DC Council, As the DC Council engaged with the Ma...
Budget PrioritiesMedicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
May 1, 2025Health and SafetyMedicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) Medicaid is a joint health insurance program between federal and state governments for individuals with low incomes who meet certain income...
Policy SnapshotDC Cannot Sacrifice Vital Human Services in the Face of Budget Shortfalls
March 5, 2025Budget and Legislative Advocacy Health and SafetyHello Chairperson Frumin, councilmembers, and staff of the Committee on Facilities. Thank you for the opportunity to address the committee today by providing testimony regarding the performance of ...
TestimonyImmigrant Children’s Program and DC Health Care Alliance
February 6, 2025Health and SafetyWith limited exceptions, undocumented residents and recent green card holders are not eligible for federally funded health insurance programs (e.g., Medicaid and Medicare). However, in order to pro...
Policy SnapshotTestimony of Rachel White: Better Futures are Possible for Youth When We Provide Better Care
February 3, 2025Budget and Legislative Advocacy Health and Safety Youth Economic Justice"Youth experiencing homelessness are at a much higher risk for mental health challenges, with nearly 49% reporting impaired mental health in 2023. We must urgently address these unmet needs to prevent further harm."
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