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Robust funding in FY25 for the Runaway and Homeless Youth Program, HUD's Youth Housing Demonstration Program, USDA's SNAP Employment and Training program, and other supportive services for youth at risk or experiencing homelessness and Community Development projects.

Support S. 566/H.R. 3435, the Charitable Act to restore and extend the non-itemizer charitable deduction.

Support improvements to the Farm bill reauthorization to help children and youth experiencing homelessness access SNAP benefits and the SNAP Employment and Training program.

Support improvements to the Trafficking Victims Prevention Reauthorization Act such as housing supports for survivors, education, employment and other wrap around services. .

Support reauthorization of the Runaway and Homeless Youth and Trafficking Prevention program, including modification of the 20-bed rule;