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NYC council overrides Adams' housing voucher veto
The City Council blocked a rent share increase for over 60,000 low-income families, opposing a rise from 30% to 40% to prevent higher rent burdens, citing $1.25 billion program costs.
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NYC Council Blocks Mayor’s Plan to Hike Rent
The New York City Council rejected Mayor Eric Adams’ plan to raise housing costs for thousands of low‑income families relying on the CityFHEPS voucher program. The proposal would have required these families to pay 40% of their income toward rent, up from the current 30%. Over 60,000 families depend on CityFHEPS for rental assistance. Council members argued that raising the payment share would force many into financial distress and possibly trig…
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