To SSA: Report Race and Ethnicity Data So We Can Fight Racial Disparities in The Social Security System
We already know that due to differences in earnings over time and other factors, Social Security benefit amounts are lower…
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Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Social Security Administration Should Halt All Pending Regulations
The COVID-19 pandemic has upended the U.S. workforce, leading to record levels of unemployment. While some people will return to…
Applying for SSI A Short Guide for Case Managers
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provides a modest monthly income to older adults aged 65 and older, and adults and children…
SSI for Children
What is SSI for children? SSI for children is a cash assistance program for low-income families who are caring for…
Getting Help from the Social Security Office When You Don’t Speak or Understand English Well
You have the right to be served in your language when you deal with the Social Security office. They are required…
SSI: How to Appeal and How to Apply (in 11 languages)
Learn how to apply for SSI and appeal if your application is denied. In 11 languages. English Should I Apply…
State Finalizes Regulations to Implement Occupational Licensing Reform
October 18, 2024 – Tomorrow, October 19, 2024, the Pennsylvania Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs (BPOA) will publish the…
Philadelphia Water Department proposing to Raise Rates by $240 Million
Last week, Community Legal Services learned that the Philadelphia Water Department is proposing to increase water rates by $240 million…
Help Pennsylvanians Stay Connected and Resolve Utility Debt
As COVID-19 continues to devastate Pennsylvania, utility terminations remain a threat to public health and safety. Here’s what you can…
Brief: The Treasury Department Must Ensure Fair Access to Stimulus Payments for All
We are so excited that the American Rescue Plan has authorized a third round of stimulus payments–offering an essential lifeline…
No Child Should Live in Deep Poverty: Strengthen TANF for PA Families and for Racial Justice
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) is a federally-funded block grant that provides cash assistance to the poorest Pennsylvania families.…
Striving to Center Dignity Through Language Justice
“Language justice goes beyond simply providing interpretation or translation. Language justice is about centering the dignity of those impacted,” writes…
Summary Offenses in Pennsylvania
Learn more about expungements in general. Learn more about finding work with a criminal record WHAT IS A SUMMARY OFFENSE?…
SUN Bucks – Summer Food Assistance for Kids
SUN Bucks (also called Summer EBT) is a new permanent federal child nutrition program aimed at keeping kids fed during…
SUN Bucks – Verano Comida de Asistencia para niños
El verano está a la vuelta de la esquina y este año hay un nuevo programa federal permanente de nutrición…
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Limits Power of Child Welfare Agencies to Search Family Homes
In a landmark ruling, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court has held that Fourth Amendment protections extend to home inspections conducted by…
